: Critics from Rotten Tomatoes and The Movie Database (TMDB) highlight the film's "atmospheric psychological horror" and strong emotional foundation. The production quality, costumes, and cinematography are frequently cited as its strongest points.
: While some appreciate the late-film plot twists, others found the extensive flashbacks used to explain them to be tedious. The Guardian (2021)
: Many viewers find the two-hour runtime too long for the amount of story provided. Some critics on IMDb describe the script as "mind-numbingly slow" and lacking genuine horror scares. : Critics from Rotten Tomatoes and The Movie
(original title: Thiên Thần Hộ Mệnh ) is a 2021 Vietnamese horror-thriller directed by Victor Vu. Reviewers generally praise its high production value but criticize its overextended runtime and slow pacing . Critical Consensus : Many viewers find the two-hour runtime too
: The film explores "spirit dolls" (Kuman Thong) in the Vietnamese pop music industry. However, the final "message" and certain plot twists have been criticized as moralistic or even "victim-blaming" by some reviewers. Key Highlights & Critiques