‘Survival has its price’
Dead Sea is a 2024 thriller about a young woman and her two friends rescued by a fishing vessel’s captain, unaware that the ship harbours a chilling secret. Formerly titled Flycatcher
Written, directed and co-produced by Phil Volken (The Bay; Extortion; Garbage). Also produced by Nicholas Davidoff, Cameron Fuller, Rick Montgomery and Alina Shraybman.
The Del Rey Films-Laguna Six co-production stars Isabel Gravitt, Genneya Walton, Alexander Wraith, Dean Cameron, Garrett Wareing, Al Burke, Brian Silverman, and Koa Tom.
Plot:
A jet ski trip takes a tragic turn when a fatal accident leaves Kaya (Isabel Gravitt) and her friends fighting for survival in the middle of the open sea. Hope springs eternal when they are pulled out of the water by a fishing trawler.
However, the rescue turns out to be a deadly trap: the captain has a cruel plan that plunges the friends into a nightmare. Trapped on the murderous ship, Kaya must rise above to survive the cruel game and find a way to escape…
Reviews:
“The elements for a gripping crime horror film are present but are not effectively utilized. The film’s predictable storyline, shallow character development, and lackluster atmosphere result in a forgettable viewing experience. While it may hold some appeal for fans of the genre seeking a simple, straightforward horror film, it fails to leave a lasting impression or offer anything new or innovative.” Rating: C, Caillou Pettis Movie Reviews
“Dead Sea is a well-directed, well-acted thriller that is quite chilling, especially with its lurid plot, featuring as unsettling a plan by its two main villains as you’re going to find in a movie. The only thing I can think of is it does have a rather lame title — Dead Sea — which doesn’t really fit with the events of the movie, but that’s just me nitpicking.” ★★★ Michael Arruda
“The film’s attempt to create a horror atmosphere falls flat, failing to evoke the intended sense of fear. Coupled with a highly predictable plot, the lack of suspense becomes glaringly obvious. As a result, viewers can easily anticipate what will happen next, diminishing any potential for genuine thrills or surprises.” 4/10, Midgard Times
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Release date:
Vertical released Dead Sea theatrically in select US locations on July 26, 2024.
