This Terrifying Psychological Horror Film on Netflix Is So Scary, You Shouldn’t Watch It Alone

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 Netflix Best Horror Film – If you also choose movies or web series based on IMDb ratings, then hold on a minute. A high rating doesn’t always mean you’ll like the content just as much. A recent example is the Netflix horror web series ‘Marianne,’ which received critical acclaim and has an IMDb rating of around 7.3, but for the average viewer, the experience might be disappointing.

What is the story of ‘Marianne’?

This French horror series, released in 2019, tells the story of a famous horror writer. When she announces that she will stop writing horror, she realizes that every story she has written is coming true. Things get worse when the characters she created—especially a terrifying ghost—start forcing her to write again. The concept sounds promising on paper, but it fails to deliver the same impact on screen.

Why shouldn’t you watch ‘Marianne’?

Extremely slow pace
Tension and pacing are crucial in horror. Here, the story moves so slowly that boredom sets in before any fear can be generated. Many episodes have almost nothing happening.

 More gore than scares
Instead of building suspense and atmosphere to create fear, the series often relies on excessive gore. The result—less fear and more disgust.

Weak climax

The story seems convoluted at the beginning. By the time everything becomes clear towards the end, and you expect a powerful ending, the twist that comes is so weak that it feels like 8 hours were wasted.

My opinion

While critics may have praised its cinematography and visuals, for viewers who are truly looking for spine-chilling horror, ‘Marianne’ might prove to be an overrated experience. If you’re looking for a tight, fast-paced, and suspenseful horror series like ‘From’, then ‘Marianne’ will likely disappoint you.

The IMDb rating is good, and the reviews are positive, but not every show is for every viewer. If you prefer fast-paced horror with a strong storyline and a memorable ending, then ‘Marianne’ might be one to skip.

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