Review of Abattoir (2016) by Pablo G — 25 Dec 2016

2.1/5.

Abattoir is arrogant, arduous and absurd.

This review of Abattoir (2016) was written by Pablo G on 25 Dec 2016.

Abattoir has generally received negative reviews.

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By John Defore (1,351) for The Hollywood Reporter (7,050) on 08 Dec 2016

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By Martyn Conterio (121) for CineVue (2,163) on 08 Dec 2016

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By Dennis Harvey (1,137) for Variety (12,700) on 05 Dec 2016

Though it’s handsome enough to look at, Abattoir can’t quite seem to decide just how supernatural it wants to be or how meta its horror…

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By Marcus E (175) on 26 Dec 2016

Look, this film just didn't hit the spot for me. I kept waiting for something to happen to get thing started…

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By Melissa M (577) on 22 Oct 2017

So bad and there is no resolution to the plot one way or another. Waste of time…

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By Jared Mobarak (867) for The Film Stage (3,162) on 09 Dec 2016

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By Matt P (653) on 12 Nov 2016

Incredibly original, well shot, and a fun ride! This film explores a new meaning of haunted house, and does it in such a creative way…

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By Clayton L (41) on 01 Apr 2017

I enjoyed this little gem on Netflix. Kind of creepy…

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By Kim M (582) on 06 Apr 2017

This was the dumbest shit and she's the worst actor…

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