Contorted
Contorted

Contorted

2022Movie91 minKorean

A family moves to a quiet and isolated place, but suffers from nightmares on their very first day in the new home.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Chae Soo-jinGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends ventures into a supposedly abandoned house rumored to be haunted, seeking thrills. As they explore the decaying structure, they uncover unsettling secrets and realize they are not alone. The house seems to have a malevolent will of its own, trapping them and preying on their deepest fears.

Critical Reception

Contorted received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences, who found its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. While some acknowledged the atmospheric setting, most reviews highlighted a lack of originality and underdeveloped characters, resulting in a forgettable horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on jump scares and familiar horror tropes.
  • The plot offers little in the way of novelty or genuine suspense.
  • Atmosphere is present, but ultimately unable to salvage a weak narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Contorted' are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a disappointing horror film that fails to deliver original scares or a compelling story, often described as generic.

Fun Fact

Despite being marketed as a Korean horror film, 'Contorted' is actually a South Korean production directed by Chae Soo-jin.

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