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Shutter 2004

“The most terrifying images are the ones that are real.”

★ 7.3/10 · 1,425 votes R HorrorMysteryThriller Released
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What is Shutter?

Shutter is a 2004 film centered on a couple named Jane and Tun who encounter a life-altering event while driving. The narrative begins when Jane and Tun are involved in a car accident after striking a girl on the road.

Type
Film
Year
2004
Status
Released
Runtime
96 minutes
Release date
Sep 9, 2004
Original language
TH
Origin
Thailand
Studios
GMM Pictures Co., GMM Tai Hub (GTH)
Budget
$125,000
Genres
Horror, Mystery, Thriller
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Overview

Shutter is a 2004 film centered on a couple named Jane and Tun who encounter a life-altering event while driving. The narrative begins when Jane and Tun are involved in a car accident after striking a girl on the road. Following the collision, the pair chooses to flee the scene immediately rather than stopping to assist. As the story progresses, Tun, who works as a photographer, begins to notice the appearance of mysterious and unexplained shadows within the photographs he captures. These strange visual anomalies become a source of significant distress and unease for both Jane and Tun as they attempt to move forward from the incident. The film explores the psychological impact of their decision to leave the scene and the haunting consequences that manifest through Tun's professional work. Throughout the development of the plot, the couple must grapple with the unsettling presence of these shadows, which serve as a persistent reminder of the accident they attempted to leave behind.

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Should you watch it?

“After a hit-and-run accident, a photographer notices unsettling shadows appearing in his developed pictures.”

Reasons to watch
  • Engaging mystery surrounding the strange photos
  • Combines horror and thriller elements effectively
Keep in mind
  • Involves a hit-and-run crime scene
  • Contains frightening and intense scenes

Watch it if you enjoy mysterious horror films involving strange photography.

The film contains frightening situations and thriller elements suitable for horror fans.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the release year of the film?

The film was released in 2004.

What genres does the film belong to?

It falls under the horror, mystery, and thriller genres.

What happens after the car accident?

Tun, a photographer, soon discovers strange shadows in his photos.

How long is the runtime?

The runtime is 1 hour and 36 minutes.

What do Jane and Tun do after the accident?

They speed away immediately from the crime scene.