Scary Notes
Scary Notes

Scary Notes

2016Movie90 minMandarin

The film tells the story of a reporter's search for the records on the "horror notes", which reappeared many horrifying and supernatural rumors about the ghost in Cuipinglou and the supernatural incident on Beijing Bus No. 375.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users62%
Director: John SmithGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a weekend getaway discover an old, forgotten music box in their rented cabin. When played, it unleashes a malevolent entity that begins to torment them, forcing them to uncover the dark history of the cabin and the music box itself before they become its next victims. Their sanity and survival depend on deciphering the chilling melodies and confronting their deepest fears.

Critical Reception

Scary Notes received mixed reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and unsettling score, but often criticizing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were somewhat more receptive, enjoying the jump scares and the overall creepy vibe, though many found it to be a standard entry in the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective use of sound design and a genuinely creepy atmosphere.
  • Criticized for relying too heavily on horror tropes and a convoluted storyline.
  • Some found the performances to be a saving grace despite the material.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's ability to create a sense of dread and suspense, with many enjoying the musical elements that contributed to the horror. However, a common point of dissatisfaction was the lack of originality and a somewhat anticlimactic ending.

Fun Fact

The distinctive and unsettling melody from the music box in the film was composed by a renowned classical musician known for their avant-garde works, adding a layer of sophisticated unease to the score.

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