The Sadness 2021
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What is The Sadness?
"The Sadness" is a 2021 film that takes place during a pandemic outbreak. The story revolves around a young couple's efforts to reunite amidst the chaos that unfolds.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 22, 2021
- Original language
- ZH
- Origin
- Taiwan
- Studios
- Machi Xcelsior Studios
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
"The Sadness" is a 2021 film that takes place during a pandemic outbreak. The story revolves around a young couple's efforts to reunite amidst the chaos that unfolds. As the outbreak intensifies, the streets become increasingly violent and depraved. Those who are infected are driven to commit cruel and ghastly acts. The film explores the couple's struggle to cope with the rapidly deteriorating situation. The narrative delves into the extreme and disturbing behavior exhibited by those affected by the pandemic. The film's setting serves as a backdrop for the couple's desperate attempts to navigate the crisis and find each other. The story is a dark and intense portrayal of the consequences of a pandemic outbreak.
Should you watch it?
“A couple fights to survive as a pandemic turns the streets into a nightmare.”
- gripping body horror visuals
- tense atmosphere of societal collapse
- effective blend of horror and thriller
- extremely graphic content may deter sensitive viewers
Watch it if you enjoy visceral horror that explores societal breakdown during a pandemic.
The film contains graphic violence and disturbing gore, making it unsuitable for younger audiences.
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What genre does The Sadness belong to?
The Sadness is classified as a body horror film with horror and thriller elements.
Who directed The Sadness?
It was written, edited and directed by Canadian filmmaker Rob Jab…
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
What language is spoken in the film?
The film is a Taiwanese production presented in Chinese.
What is the basic premise of The Sadness?
A young couple attempts to reunite while a pandemic outbreak turns the streets into violent, depraved chaos.