Added to Plex on Sunday, Mar 10, 2024 A severely injured man and woman awaken in an abandoned sanitarium with no memory of who they are or how they got there. Under the watchful eye of a sadistic caretaker, they must discover their identities and the horrifying truth behind their imprisonment. As they navigate a labyrinth of horror, the pair realize their survival hinges on escaping the deranged games of their captor. This harrowing journey thrusts them into a nightmare of pain, betrayal, and deep-seated cruelty, testing the limits of their will to survive.
Length: 1h 31m
Genre: Horror, Thriller
This Title is: Dark, Intense, Suspenseful
Alive is New on Plex in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Thomas Cocquerel as Male Patient
- Camille Stopps as Female Patient
- Angus Macfadyen as The Man
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Contains graphic violence, disturbing themes, and strong language.
Trivia
- Directed by Rob Grant, known for his work on the critically acclaimed movie Harpoon.
- Angus Macfadyen, famous for his role in Braveheart, plays the enigmatic and sadistic caretaker.
- The movie explores themes of identity, memory, and the human will to survive under extreme conditions.
Our Review
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Alive (2020) delivers a taut, suspenseful experience that plays with the psychological elements of horror and survival. The performances of Thomas Cocquerel and Camille Stopps ground the movie in a terrifying reality, while Angus Macfadyen’s portrayal of the caretaker adds a chilling layer of malevolence. While the movie follows some familiar genre tropes, its execution and the chemistry between the leads keep it engaging. The pacing is deliberate, building tension effectively towards a satisfying, if somewhat expected, climax. Overall, Alive is a solid addition to the horror genre, offering enough thrills and chills to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Critic Scores
Alive has received a mixed positive review by the critics.
