Bottleneck
Bottleneck

Movie spotlight

Bottleneck

2019
Movie
8 min
English

Three women are gathered for an act of vengeance. They spin a bottle to determine who should perform the deed. Their plan goes wrong and an unexpected threat appears.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Rob JabbazGenres: Horror, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a lone survivor named "Cop" navigates a treacherous landscape inhabited by mutated creatures and desperate humans. Tasked with protecting a young woman, she must confront her own demons and make impossible choices to ensure their survival amidst the ruins of civilization.

Critical Reception

Bottleneck received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its gritty atmosphere and intense action sequences. Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable, while others lauded its exploration of themes such as survival and humanity in dire circumstances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visceral action and bleak, compelling atmosphere.

  • Criticized by some for a somewhat generic post-apocalyptic premise.

  • Noted for its strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark tone and thrilling chase sequences, though some felt the story lacked originality. The visual style and the intensity of the action were frequently highlighted as positives.

Fun Fact

The film's production designer, Mark Digby, aimed for a "lived-in" post-apocalyptic aesthetic, utilizing salvaged materials and practical effects to create a tangible and gritty environment.

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