Reception
The Oblong Box received moderate reviews from critics. On IMDB, it received a 5.9/10. The critical reception on Rotten Tomatoes was similar, with 57% of critics enjoying the film. Dennis Schwartz of Ozus' World called the film a "satisfying occult thriller", citing the effective acting as what sets it apart.
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