The Cracks
The Cracks

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The Cracks

2021
Movie
30 min
Polish

Teresa is suffering from postnatal depression after the birth of her son. In an effort to find comfort elsewhere she temporarily moves back with her husband to her parents’ house. However, the young woman’s family home conjures up memories of a previous relationship and a past love that perhaps has yet to be extinguished.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Director: Jordan RossGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends embarks on a weekend camping trip to celebrate graduation, only to find their bonds tested when a series of disturbing events begins to unfold. As they venture deeper into the woods, they uncover a dark secret about the location, forcing them to confront their deepest fears and fight for survival against an unseen threat.

Critical Reception

The Cracks received a largely negative reception from critics, who cited predictable plot points and underdeveloped characters. Audience scores were similarly lukewarm, with some viewers appreciating the suspenseful atmosphere but many finding the film to be derivative of other horror tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Despite a promising premise, the film falters due to a generic script and uninspired performances.

  • The horror elements are largely unoriginal, relying on jump scares and familiar clichés.

  • While some viewers may find the isolated setting conducive to suspense, the overall execution is disappointing.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google platforms is limited, but general sentiments suggest a mixed to negative reaction, with many viewers finding the film unmemorable and lacking in genuine scares.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a remote forest area, with the filmmakers aiming to create a sense of isolation and claustrophobia for the characters.

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