Quarantine
Quarantine

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Quarantine

2021
Movie
12 min
Spanish

A short film of the first weeks of strict national lockdown, filmed in Barcelona on a classic home video camera Hi8. Narrates the story of three women who share a flat and who create a microworld not only to survive the global pandemic but also to survive themselves.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users66%
Director: John Erick DowdleGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A hardened paramedic, Angeline 'Angie' Abbott, and her boyfriend Scott are confined to their apartment during a national lockdown due to a rapidly spreading virus. As the situation escalates outside, Angie receives a desperate plea from a neighbor who is exhibiting disturbing symptoms, compelling her to venture out into the dangerous, quarantined city.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its tense atmosphere and effective scares, while some found the plot predictable and its connection to the pandemic storyline somewhat strained.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and claustrophobic atmosphere.

  • Lauded for strong performances, particularly from Kaitlyn Dever.

  • Criticized by some for relying on familiar horror tropes and a somewhat uneven pace.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's effectiveness as a suspenseful horror flick, appreciating its high tension and scares. Some viewers felt it was a bit formulaic, but most found it an entertaining watch within its genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in secret during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the cast and crew adhering to strict safety protocols, mirroring the narrative's themes.

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