Onset

In a secluded and decaying mansion, a young woman named Luiza is confined to her room by her possessive aunt. As strange occurrences begin to plague the house, Luiza suspects that a dark presence is at play, possibly linked to a past tragedy involving her parents. She finds herself in a psychological battle against unseen forces and her own deteriorating sanity, struggling to uncover the truth before she succumbs to the mansion's sinister influence.

Onset received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often pointing to its atmospheric tension but criticizing its pacing and narrative coherence. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its attempts at psychological horror and others finding it convoluted and unsatisfying.

• Praised for its eerie atmosphere and unsettling visuals.
• Criticized for a convoluted plot and slow pacing.
• Some viewers found the psychological horror elements effective, while others felt it lacked clear direction.

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The film was shot in a real, abandoned mansion, contributing to its authentic sense of decay and isolation.