Screwed
Screwed

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Screwed

2003
Movie
12 min
English

Early short film by Colm Bairéad. Premise unknown.

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Director: Scott DerricksonGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of strangers find themselves trapped in a remote, dilapidated house. As they try to figure out why they've been brought together, they discover that one of them is a dangerous killer. The tension escalates as paranoia and suspicion grow among the group, leading to a deadly struggle for survival.

Critical Reception

Screwed received a generally negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its execution lacking. Audience reviews were similarly lukewarm, often citing the film's reliance on genre tropes and a lack of originality as major drawbacks. Despite a few mentions of its tense atmosphere, the film failed to leave a significant mark on the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and uninspired direction.

  • Lacks originality and relies heavily on common horror clichés.

  • Some viewers appreciated the building tension, but it wasn't enough to save the film.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews is not readily available for this title. General audience reception appears to be mixed to negative, with common criticisms pointing to a derivative plot and a lack of memorable moments.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in South Africa, with the production utilizing its unique landscapes and existing infrastructure to create the isolated and eerie setting.

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