Cryo
Cryo

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Cryo

2022
Movie
118 min
English

Five scientists awake from a cryogenic sleep and find themselves trapped in an underground facility. With no memory of who they are or how long they've been asleep, they begin to realize they may have been part of a scientific experiment gone wrong. After a series of strange events, the scientists find themselves being hunted. They do not know who is hunting them or for what reason, but the scientists begin to suspect that one of them may be the killer.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users45%
Director: Dylan AveryGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a mysterious alien object lands on Earth, a group of scientists is tasked with investigating its origins and purpose. As they delve deeper, they uncover a terrifying truth about the object's capabilities and its potential threat to humanity. The team must race against time to prevent a global catastrophe, battling not only the unknown but also their own fears and suspicions.

Critical Reception

Cryo received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its premise intriguing but ultimately failing to deliver a satisfying execution. Audience scores were also generally low, with common complaints focusing on pacing and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a high-concept sci-fi horror but struggles with a predictable plot and uneven tension.

  • While the visual effects are occasionally commendable, the narrative ultimately feels derivative and lacks genuine scares.

  • Lead performances are serviceable, but the supporting cast and thin character development hinder emotional investment.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Cryo' to be a disappointing entry into the sci-fi horror genre, citing a lack of originality and a slow-building plot that doesn't pay off effectively. Some viewers appreciated the attempt at suspense but felt it was undermined by poor dialogue and a predictable storyline.

Fun Fact

Director Dylan Avery previously gained attention for his controversial documentary '9/11: Explosive Evidence, Experts Speak Out'.

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