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13B (2008)

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Director Vikram explores the possibilities for terror when the television becomes aware of the power it holds over the average family, and decides that it's time to take control. In a world that never sleeps, the only source of relaxation for many is the household television. Previously just another appliance like the refrigerator or oven, the television of the 21st century is thought by many to reveal the hierarchy of the family; whoever controls the television remote controls the family. But

Unrated, 2 hr. 26 min.

Horror, Art House & International, Mystery & Suspense

Directed By: Vikram K. Kumar

Written By: Vikram K. Kumar

In Theaters: Mar 6, 2009 Wide

On DVD: May 12, 2009

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Despite its near-total absence of subtlety, bloated running time and, yes, even the inclusion of a couple of out-of-place musical sequences -- does manage to change to a relatively new channel.

March 6, 2009 Full Review Source: New York Times

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Laura Kern

New York Times

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There's a disarmingly benign, albeit decidedly precious, charm to the film.

March 11, 2009 Full Review Source: New York Press

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Simon Abrams

New York Press

A rare example of a flat-out Indian horror movie [that] borrows liberally from The Amityville Horror playbook and familiar Asian horror tropes, but the haunted soap opera is a new wrinkle.

March 6, 2009 Full Review Source: Miss FlickChick

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Maitland McDonagh

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J-horror-styled supernatural thriller from India doesn't have the gore or intensity of the real thing, and for many in the mainstream, that's a relief. Low-budget-looking but effective, with a great central gimmick.

March 6, 2009 Full Review Source: Film Journal International

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Frank Lovece

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ooo that evil number 13... yes, its another haunted apartment flick (a la J-Horror) with an Indian twist. Love the horror soap opera mimicking what was happening in the apartment & the few funny moments. At Hulu.

May 8, 2011

CJ C.

This was subtitled and I almost shut it down. What a waste that would have been. It is actually (albeit confusing)a good movie. There is certainly the spooky , horror side to the thing. I will bet this twist catches you off guard too. Tempted as I am to discuss it, I do not want to spoil the fun.

June 9, 2010

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