Off Season
Off Season

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Off Season

2022
TV Show
Returning Series
1 Season
French

End of the winter season in “Les Cimes”, a small ski resort in the Swiss Alps. As the snow melts, the body of a murdered woman appears near the French border. At the head of the investigation, Inspector Sterenn Peiry, however, keeps a dark secret...

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Matthew RossGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

After inheriting his estranged father's isolated motel, a man discovers a dark secret within its walls. As he delves deeper into the unsettling history of the establishment and its peculiar local clientele, he uncovers a horrifying truth that forces him to confront his family's sinister legacy. The motel becomes a terrifying trap, testing his will to survive and escape the clutches of its macabre traditions.

Critical Reception

Off Season received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its plot predictable and its horror elements uninspired. While some appreciated the atmosphere and performances, the film was largely criticized for its derivative nature and lack of originality in the slasher subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on familiar slasher tropes without bringing anything new to the table.

  • The film struggles with pacing and a lack of genuine scares.

  • Performances are a notable positive, but can't salvage a weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Off Season were largely unenthusiastic, with many viewers expressing disappointment in the film's unoriginality and predictable plot. While some found the premise intriguing, the execution was frequently cited as a letdown, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a remote, isolated location to enhance its unsettling atmosphere and sense of isolation.

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