Pool
Pool

Movie spotlight

Pool

2019
Movie
12 min
Hebrew

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IMDb3.6/10
Director: Chris BouchardGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends rents a remote cabin for a weekend getaway, only to find themselves terrorized by a sinister presence lurking in the seemingly idyllic swimming pool. As the weekend progresses, paranoia and fear escalate, revealing dark secrets and turning their fun trip into a desperate fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Pool received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, often being cited for its predictable plot and reliance on common horror tropes. While some viewers appreciated its atmospheric tension and gore, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a derivative plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Relies heavily on jump scares and gore rather than genuine suspense.

  • Some praised the visual style and isolated atmosphere, but it wasn't enough to elevate the overall experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Pool are scarce, but available commentary suggests a general dissatisfaction with its unoriginal storyline and lack of compelling horror elements. Viewers found it to be a rather standard slasher film that failed to offer anything new.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a single location, a remote cabin and its surrounding grounds, to create a claustrophobic and isolated atmosphere.

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