Affliction

A young woman takes a job at a remote orphanage, only to discover a dark secret involving the children's mysterious disappearances and the oppressive matron. As she tries to uncover the truth, she becomes entangled in a terrifying cycle of abuse and supernatural occurrences. The orphanage's sinister past begins to manifest, and she must fight for her own survival against the malevolent forces at play.

Affliction received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often cited for its predictable plot and reliance on genre tropes. While some appreciated its attempt at atmospheric horror, many found its execution lacking. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspenseful elements and others criticizing its slow pacing and underdeveloped characters.

• Praised for its attempts at creating a chilling atmosphere and suspenseful environment.
• Criticized for its derivative storyline and lack of originality within the horror genre.
• Some found the film's pacing too slow, while others felt the twists were predictable.

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The film was part of a series of horror films produced by a South Korean company aiming to create anthology-style horror narratives, though it was released as a standalone feature.