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Taboo
Six young adults struggle with their personal demons while staying at a secluded mansion during a dark and stormy night where a seemingly innocent game of 'taboo' brings out their inter-most secrets which soon leads to murder.
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Plot Summary
A young couple, their newborn child, and the child's identical twin struggle with a mysterious ailment that causes the child to age rapidly. As the parents desperately seek answers, they uncover a disturbing supernatural connection to the child's condition.
Critical Reception
Taboo was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is widely considered one of the weakest films of M. Night Shyamalan's career, often criticized for its convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, and inconsistent tone.
What Reviewers Say
Widely panned for its nonsensical and confusing storyline.
The performances, particularly from Elijah Wood, were deemed uninspired.
Critics found the film's attempts at suspense and horror to be ineffective and laughable.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a strong dislike for the film, with many citing a lack of logic and coherent narrative as major drawbacks. The film's pacing and Shyamalan's signature 'twist' ending were also frequent points of criticism.
Fun Fact
Despite being marketed as a horror film, M. Night Shyamalan has referred to 'Taboo' as a 'drama' or 'thriller' rather than a traditional horror movie.
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