Thang Mгўy — (2020)

What if a simple elevator button sequence could transport you to another dimension? That’s the chilling premise of (English title: The Lift ), a 2020 Vietnamese horror film that taps into one of the internet’s most persistent urban legends: The Elevator Game . The Plot: Don't Press the Buttons Alone

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)

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 What if a simple elevator button sequence could

: 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 . Her world is shattered when her best friend,

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

: 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