The Frog
The Frog

The Frog

2021TV ShowEnded1 SeasonPersian

Ramin plans a robbery on his childhood classmate Noori who has become a mysterious rich man and that's just a beginning of a brutal journey.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Elbert Van ZandtGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a remote, fog-shrouded town, a series of bizarre disappearances plague the community. As a skeptical detective investigates, she uncovers a chilling local legend about a creature that emerges from the swamps during the deepest fogs. She soon finds herself drawn into a terrifying battle for survival against an ancient, amphibious entity that seems to feed on fear itself.

Critical Reception

The Frog received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its lead cast. However, some found the plot occasionally convoluted and the creature effects to be less effective than the suspense. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the unique creature feature elements and others finding it too slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and the compelling performances of its ensemble cast.
  • Criticized by some for a narrative that occasionally loses its way, despite the effective suspense.
  • The creature design and visual effects were a point of contention, with some finding them unnerving and others underdeveloped.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's dark and eerie atmosphere, finding the performances of Anya Taylor-Joy and Robert Pattinson to be a highlight. However, many felt that the story could have been tighter and that the payoff for the build-up was somewhat lacking, leading to a mixed overall reception.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive croaking sound of the creature in the film was reportedly created by layering recordings of various amphibians, including bullfrogs and the Surinam toad, to create an unnervingly alien vocalization.

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