Acid
Acid

Acid

2023Movie100 minFrench

During a heat wave, strange clouds start pouring down acid rain, wreaking devastation and panic throughout France. In a world teetering on the edge, a girl and her divorced parents must join forces to confront and try to escape this climate catastrophe.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Bastien DarenneGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip find themselves in a nightmare when they discover a mysterious, discolored lake. Their curiosity turns to terror as they realize the lake possesses a deadly, hallucinogenic quality, turning their idyllic getaway into a fight for survival against their own distorted perceptions and an unseen, malevolent force.

Critical Reception

Acid received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and visual style, while some noted a lack of narrative clarity and character development. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its unique horror elements and others finding it slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and disturbing imagery.
  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.
  • The film's unique concept and visual execution were often highlighted.

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Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual aesthetic, particularly the discolored lake, was achieved through a combination of practical effects and digital manipulation to create a sense of unease and unnaturalness.

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Acid is, it would seem, another overlooked gem. There's a ruthless honesty inherent in this film. Its an apocalyptic survivalist tale that pulls no punches. Its harsh in its treatment of the main and peripheral characters. Horrible thin...