Call if you need me
Call if you need me

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Call if you need me

2018
Movie
27 min
Korean

Woo-hee lives her life like a solitary island until her hometown friend Young-shin, who has been in contact for a while, visits her house. Their sudden reunion stays longer than expected, but ends up unexpectedly short.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Paul T. TaylorGenres: Drama, Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

Following a traumatic event, a grieving widower retreats to an isolated cabin, seeking solace. However, his solitude is shattered when a mysterious woman arrives, bringing with her unsettling secrets and a dangerous presence. As the lines between reality and delusion blur, he must confront his inner demons and a terrifying external threat.

Critical Reception

Call If You Need Me received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often citing its slow pacing and underdeveloped characters as significant drawbacks. While some appreciated its attempt at psychological horror and atmospheric tension, many found the narrative predictable and the scares lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its isolated atmosphere and mood, but criticized for its lack of originality.

  • The film struggles with pacing issues and a story that doesn't quite deliver on its psychological thriller premise.

  • Performances were noted, but often not enough to elevate the predictable plot.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Call If You Need Me' are scarce and generally indicate a disappointing viewing experience, with many viewers finding the plot unoriginal and the horror elements unconvincing.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Paul T. Taylor, also stars in the lead role, adding a personal dimension to the character's descent into psychological turmoil.

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