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: The makeup for the supernatural entities was handled by Hollywood artist Bradley Greenwood , known for his work on Kong: Skull Island and The Lord of the Rings .

Trapped in the Void: A Look at Vietnam’s Horror Film " Thang Máy " (2020)

Directed by , the story follows Trang ( Yu Dương ), a college student struggling with severe claustrophobia. Her world is shattered when her best friend, Jina, vanishes while livestreaming a ritual game in an elevator. Thang MГЎy (2020)

: Shot by cinematographer Dominic Pereira , the film focuses on a gritty, dark aesthetic reminiscent of 70s and 80s horror.

While the film was praised for its creepy atmosphere and camerawork, it received mixed reviews from audiences. Some viewers found the plot confusing and the special effects inconsistent, resulting in a modest . Despite this, it remains a notable entry in modern Vietnamese horror for its attempt to blend digital-age urban legends with classic psychological tropes. Thang Máy (2020) - IMDb : The makeup for the supernatural entities was

: The film is inspired by the "Elevator Game," which claims players can enter a new dimension by pressing floor buttons in a specific, secret order.

: Composer Jerome Leroy created unique musical identities for each floor of the hospital to reflect Trang’s psychological states—ranging from disease to death. Cast & Crew Director/Writer : Peter Mourougaya Trang : Yu Dương Ngoc : Mai Bích Trâm Jina : Tống Yến Nhi Dark Maiden : Neko Bảo Tiên Critical Reception : Shot by cinematographer Dominic Pereira , the

When another friend, Ngoc, disappears in the same manner at an abandoned hospital, Trang is forced to confront her deepest fears. She enters the mysterious lift to find her friends, only to discover it serves as a gateway to a terrifying "Dark World" inhabited by a malevolent entity known as the . Production Highlights