Sleep Tight
Sleep Tight

Sleep Tight

2016TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

A horror anthology following a young woman determined to document the first hand accounts of people who have survived unimaginable horrors that range from the real to the supernatural. The deeper she gets in collecting the stories of these survivors the more she is confronted by the memory of her own nightmare that she cannot escape.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic72/100
Google Users87%
Director: Jaume BalagueróGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

Marcos, a seemingly kind and helpful building concierge, harbors a dark secret: he is a sadist who enjoys tormenting others, particularly his tenants. He derives pleasure from their misery and suffering, going to extreme lengths to ensure their unhappiness. His malevolent actions escalate as he becomes obsessed with one particular tenant, Clara, whom he desires to break completely. The film explores the chilling depths of his psychological manipulation and the terrifying consequences for those who fall under his gaze.

Critical Reception

Sleep Tight was widely praised by critics for its suspenseful atmosphere, chilling performances, and effective horror elements. The film was lauded for its intelligent script, which masterfully builds tension and psychological dread without relying on excessive gore. Audiences were also captivated by its dark themes and the disturbing portrayal of its protagonist.

What Reviewers Say

  • A masterclass in slow-burn psychological horror.
  • Luis Tosar delivers a terrifyingly nuanced performance.
  • The film's atmosphere is suffocatingly tense and genuinely disturbing.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film's chilling suspense and the unsettling performance of its lead actor. Many found the movie to be a well-crafted thriller that effectively builds dread and offers a disturbing look into the mind of a predator.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 5 Goya Awards, including Best Actor for Luis Tosar and Best Original Screenplay. Won Best Film at the Sitges Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The director, Jaume Balagueró, is also known for co-directing the acclaimed '[REC]' franchise.

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