The Descent

Film - 2005

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The Descent it's a movie with Shauna Macdonald, Natalie Mendoza, Alex Reid, Saskia Mulder, MyAnna Buring Full cast. Directed by Neil Marshall. Original title The Descent Genres Adventure, Horror.

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A claustrophobic descent of

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Neil Marshall is an English director who knows what he's doing and who debuted in 2005 with a bang and what a bang: “The Descent” won every possible award and in a very short time became a cult of the highest order. With just one film Marshall enters the history of Horror by directing a film that has become the emblem of claustrophobia (only “Crawl or Die” surpasses it) and which manages to keep the tension very high for the entire duration. The story is decidedly simple, almost specious, but behind the apparent banality lies a masterly management of tension: there is a prologue where Sarah (the protagonist played by Shauna MacDonald) is rafting with two other friends who are passionate about sports extremes. At the end of the descent Sarah joins her husband and daughter Jessie to return home but, suddenly, Paul becomes distracted and an unfortunately lethal accident occurs: he and Jessie are dead and only Sarah is saved. The film restarts a year later when Sarah returns to visit her friends and together they decide to spend a weekend exploring a complex of caves located near where they rented the cabin. Six of them are sure they will be able to have fun and entertain Sarah who still has some recurring nightmares about Jessie...The next day they set off and arrive at the entrance to what they believe to be a complex already explored in the past but Juno (the one with the almond-shaped eyes) is bluffing. In reality this complex has never been explored and Juno would like to be the first to do so and therefore the group, completely unaware, sets off on a blind exploration without having any references... Having passed the first obstacles quite easily, the group begins to find himself in difficulty having to go through increasingly narrow and difficult tunnels and passages until Juno Read all

Creatures and blood galore in the caves of the Appalachian Mountains. of

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"The Descent", directed by Neil Marshall and released in 2005, is a horror film that has managed to conquer both audiences and critics, becoming a classic of the genre. With a gripping plot, constant tension and extraordinary character characterization, the film stands out as one of the most successful and disturbing works of contemporary horror cinema.PlotThe story follows a group of six women, united by a deep friendship and a bond of shared experiences. They decide to embark on a caving adventure in a remote cave in Appalachia, trying to overcome a tragic event that has affected their lives. What begins as a leisure experience quickly turns into a nightmare when they realize that the cave is unexplored and hides disturbing secrets. The claustrophobic and oppressive setting of the caves is perfectly realized, and the film manages to create a atmosphere of palpable tension from the first moments. The feeling of isolation and vulnerability is accentuated by the poor visibility and the disturbing noises that accompany the protagonists on their journey. Characters and Interpretations One of the strengths of "The Descent" is the characterization of the protagonists. Each of them has a distinctive personality and complex interpersonal relationships, which makes their experience of terror even more engaging. Sarah, played by Shauna Macdonald, is the heart of the story; her evolution from a grieving woman to a fighter for survival is surprising and touching. The dynamics between the women, the tensions and conflicts that emerge in the moment of crisis are rendered with great authenticity. The actresses offer solid and credible performances, leading the audience to empathize with their destinies. Atmosphere and Tension Neil Marshall's direction is impeccable. He knows how to build tension through skilful use of editing and music, alternating moments of quiet with explosions of fear. The choice of Read all

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After a tragic accident, six friends reunite for a caving expedition. Their adventure soon goes horribly wrong when a collapse traps them deep underground and they find themselves pursued by bloodthirsty creatures. As their friendships deteriorate, they find themselves in a desperate struggle to survive the creatures and each other.