Tarot

A group of friends rents an apartment for a birthday celebration and discovers an ancient tarot deck. Unbeknownst to them, the deck is cursed and holds malevolent entities that begin to hunt them one by one. As they try to survive, they must confront their own fates as predicted by the tarot cards, facing terrifying manifestations of their worst nightmares.

Tarot received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempts at suspense and visual style, many found the plot derivative and predictable, with underdeveloped characters and a reliance on jump scares over genuine horror. The film struggled to stand out in the crowded horror genre.

• Presents a familiar premise with some stylish visuals but ultimately falters due to a lack of originality and depth.
• Relies heavily on jump scares and predictable plot points, failing to deliver a truly terrifying or memorable horror experience.
• The characters and their motivations are underdeveloped, making it difficult for audiences to connect with their plight.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some found the film's concept intriguing and its scares occasionally effective, many felt it was a forgettable entry in the horror genre, lacking innovative storytelling and compelling character development.

The film is based on the 1992 novel 'Horror Readings from the Tarot' by Nicholas Adams.