Them
The activities of a sleeper cell from another world operating in modern-day Los Angeles. The agents arrive emotionless, follow orders without question, and none of them knows the true nature of their mission on Earth. What a few of them do know, however, is that something unexpected has happened: Our emotions affect them like a dangerous, uncontrollable virus. Once indulged, any feelings they have toward us can suddenly shatter their carefully codified order.
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Plot Summary
A young couple moves into an isolated house in the countryside, only to discover they are being terrorized by unknown assailants. As the attacks escalate, they must fight for survival against unseen forces intent on driving them out or worse. The mystery surrounding the identity and motives of their tormentors deepens with each harrowing encounter.
Critical Reception
Them received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often being described as a derivative and suspenseful, yet ultimately unsatisfying, horror film. While some praised its tension-building and effective scares, many found the plot predictable and lacking in originality, drawing comparisons to other home invasion thrillers.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective jump scares.
- Criticized for its predictable plot and lack of originality.
- Often seen as a competent but uninspired entry into the horror genre.
Google audience: Google users appear divided on 'Them', with many appreciating the film's ability to create tension and deliver startling moments. However, a significant portion of viewers found the story to be too familiar, echoing plots from other well-known horror movies, and some felt the film relied too heavily on shock value without substantial character development.
Fun Fact
The film's original title was 'Ils' (meaning 'They' in French), but it was retitled 'Them' for its international release to maintain a sense of mystery and ambiguity about the antagonists.
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