13 Notes in Red
13 Notes in Red

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13 Notes in Red

2022
Movie
74 min
French

After a seemingly drunken evening, Charlotte wakes up in the middle of the night on her bed. While she has no memory of the past few hours, she hears her co-tenant being violently attacked in her room.

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IMDb5.2/10
Google Users75%
Director: Hsu Chung-jenGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman returns to her estranged family's ancestral home after her father's death, only to uncover a series of disturbing secrets connected to a local legend and a mysterious plague. As she delves deeper, she finds herself ensnared in a terrifying mystery that blurs the lines between folklore and reality, putting her own life at risk.

Critical Reception

13 Notes in Red received mixed reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and unique cultural elements but often criticizing its pacing and underdeveloped plot points. Audiences were somewhat divided, with some appreciating its genre-bending approach and others finding it convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and exploration of Taiwanese folklore.

  • Criticized for a convoluted narrative and inconsistent pacing.

  • Applauded for its visual style and commitment to its horror elements.

Google audience: Viewers generally found the film to be a visually interesting and suspenseful horror experience, with many appreciating its unique cultural setting. However, some found the plot difficult to follow at times, and a portion of reviewers felt the ending was unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film draws heavily on Taiwanese ghost stories and folk beliefs, attempting to blend traditional superstitions with modern psychological horror.

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