Containment
Containment

Containment

2016TV ShowCanceledEnglish

An epidemic breaks out in Atlanta leaving the large city quarantined and those stuck on the inside fighting for their lives. This is the story of loved ones torn apart, and how the society that grows inside the quarantine reveals both the devolution of humanity and the birth of unlikely heroes.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes28%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users45%
Director: Niels Arden OplevGenres: Thriller, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A mysterious and deadly virus rapidly sweeps through London, causing widespread panic and chaos. As the city is placed under strict quarantine, a group of survivors finds themselves trapped in a decaying apartment building. They must band together to survive not only the deadly contagion but also the escalating desperation and paranoia among themselves.

Critical Reception

Containment received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised its tense atmosphere and initial premise, many found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with viewers often citing a lack of originality and character depth as significant drawbacks.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense, claustrophobic atmosphere in the early stages.
  • Criticized for a derivative plot and lack of engaging character development.
  • Felt that the film failed to live up to its promising setup.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Containment were generally disappointed, with many finding the storyline to be unoriginal and cliché. Some viewers appreciated the suspenseful moments, but the majority felt the film lacked compelling characters and a satisfying conclusion, leading to a sense of wasted potential.

Fun Fact

Despite the film's bleak subject matter, the apartment building used for filming was known for its vibrant community and was slated for demolition after production.

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