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The Collector
The Collector is a Canadian supernatural drama television series about a man attempting to help save people who have bargained their souls with the Devil. After over 600 years of "collecting" the souls of people at the end of their 10-year deals, Morgan Pym negotiates with the Devil for the ability to aid the damned in redeeming themselves rather than sending them to Hell. Under the Devil's mocking gaze, Morgan assists his "clients" in undoing the damage their deals have done because of the devil shifting good luck towards the client and away from others. The series is set in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, where it was also filmed. CHUM cancelled the program after three seasons.
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Plot Summary
A financially struggling painter, Arkin, attempts to rob the wealthy family he used to work for. However, upon arriving at the house, he discovers that the entire family has been abducted and tortured by a mysterious masked assailant known only as 'The Collector'. Arkin finds himself trapped in the house with the killer, fighting for survival while trying to rescue the family and escape with his life.
Critical Reception
The Collector received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at its suspenseful atmosphere and gore, but criticism leveled at its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences, however, generally responded more positively, appreciating the tension and inventive kills.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and creative gore effects.
Criticized for a derivative plot and lack of character depth.
Enjoyed by fans of the home invasion and torture subgenres.
Google audience: Google users generally found 'The Collector' to be a suspenseful and frightening horror film with effective jump scares and a high level of gore, although some noted that the story felt familiar.
Fun Fact
Director Mark L. Lester originally intended for the film to be a more psychological thriller, but producer features pushed it towards a more graphic horror direction.
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