Rec: The Shocking Found Footage Horror Film that Started it All'

Released in 2007, 'Rec' is a Spanish found footage horror film co-written and directed by Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza. The movie follows reporter Ángela Vidal and her cameraman Pablo as they cover the night shift at one of Barcelona's local fire stations for the television series 'While You're Sleeping'. When an emergency call comes in about an old woman trapped in a apartment building on Rambla de Catalunya, they accompany two firefighters, Álex and Manu, to investigate.

As they enter the building, they soon discover that something is terribly wrong. The old woman becomes aggressive and attacks one of the police officers, biting his neck. It's just the beginning of a terrifying ordeal for Ángela and Pablo as they try to uncover the truth behind the strange occurrences in the apartment building.

The film was released to critical and commercial success, grossing over worldwide. It has since become a cult classic and is widely regarded as one of the best found footage horror films of all time. In fact, it placed at number 60 on Time Out's list of the Top 100 Best Horror Films.

The film spawned a successful franchise with three sequels: 'Rec 2', 'Rec 3: Genesis', and 'Rec 4: Apocalypse'. The movie was also remade in the United States under the title 'Quarantine' in 2008.

With its gripping storyline, intense scares, and found footage style, 'Rec' is a must-see for horror fans. So if you haven't seen it yet, be sure to check it out and experience the terror for yourself.

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