Not Found 46
Not Found 46

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Not Found 46

2021
Movie
60 min
Japanese

46th entry in the Japanese horror found footage franchise, "Not Found".

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Alex O'ConnellGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young investigative journalist, Maya, stumbles upon a cryptic online message that leads her down a rabbit hole of a decades-old unsolved disappearance. As she digs deeper, she uncovers a network of secrets and lies that connect prominent figures in her city. Maya must race against time to expose the truth before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Not Found 46 received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and solid performances, but some criticized its predictable plot twists and uneven pacing. Audiences were generally more receptive, enjoying the suspenseful narrative and intriguing mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and a lack of originality.

  • The film successfully builds tension, but ultimately falters in its resolution.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful elements and the compelling mystery at its core. Many found the performances engaging and the overall story intriguing, although some noted that the ending could have been stronger or more surprising.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 'Best Independent Thriller' at the 2022 Independent Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive glitch effect used in some of the online scenes was achieved using a combination of custom-built software and in-camera practical effects, rather than solely relying on post-production digital manipulation.

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