- Genre
- Thriller
- Year
- 2014
- Runtime
- 1h37
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Jinn
Unleash the ancient terror lurking within your deepest fears.
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Synopsis
"Jinn" (2014) is a supernatural thriller centered around a young man named Kayvan, who awakens terrifying and ancient supernatural forces after moving with his family to a new home in Qatar. As he delves deeper into the mysterious occurrences linked to an ancient entity known as the Jinn, Kayvan must confront spiritual and cultural challenges that threaten his family and his own sanity. Blending elements of Middle Eastern folklore with contemporary horror, the film explores themes of identity, tradition, and the unseen supernatural world. Dominic Rains stars as Kayvan, delivering a performance that anchors the eerie and suspenseful atmosphere of the movie.
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Reviews
"Jinn" has garnered mainly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. On IMDb, it holds a low rating of 4.1/10, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction among viewers. Rotten Tomatoes gives it an 18% rating, indicating generally unfavorable reviews from critics. Metacritic scores the film 24/100, signifying poor reception overall. Critics have pointed out issues with the film's pacing, writing, and special effects. For example, some reviewers felt the storyline was predictable and failed to fully develop its intriguing cultural premise. The performances, including that of Dominic Rains, were acknowledged but not enough to redeem the film. While the concept of incorporating Middle Eastern mythology was praised for originality, the execution fell short according to several critical reviews. The movie is often described as "a missed opportunity to blend folklore and horror" (Rotten Tomatoes) with "ineffective scares and sluggish direction" (Metacritic). Overall, most reviewers recommend "Jinn" only to hardcore fans of supernatural horror, warning that casual viewers might find it lacking in suspense and delivery.
