The Pulse (US)

A former model becomes a fashion photographer and investigates the deaths of other models. She discovers they were all killed by a serial killer who uses a rare form of anesthesia, causing them to appear dead before they are actually killed.

The Pulse received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing its derivative plot and reliance on horror tropes. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the suspenseful elements while others found it predictable.

• The film struggles with a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.
• While attempting to be suspenseful, the horror elements often fall flat.
• Some viewers found the central mystery engaging, but it was not enough to elevate the overall film.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'The Pulse (2002)' is not readily available. General audience sentiment, where found, tends to reflect the critical divide, with some appreciating the attempt at a thriller while others found it uninspired.

The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was later repurposed as a direct-to-video movie.