Overview
- The film, which opened Friday, draws consistent praise for vicious practical effects and clear knocks for thin plotting and slack pacing.
- The story follows a U.S. family whose abducted daughter resurfaces in a black sarcophagus, yet reviewers say it plays like possession and body horror rather than a tomb-raiding tale.
- At roughly 134–135 minutes, the length is a common complaint as critics say tension sags between shocking set pieces and overused split‑diopter shots.
- May Calamawy’s detective subplot is cited as a welcome thread that builds lore, and Verónica Falcón’s turn as the family matriarch stands out.
- Released by Warner Bros./New Line with Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, the R-rated movie is in theaters including premium formats and is separate from Universal’s Brendan Fraser continuity.