Cruel is a 2023 American indie mystery horror drama film about a young girl’s quest to discover her parent’s killer.
Written, directed and co-produced by Naim David. Also produced by
William Chaffin and Karen Moss. Executive produced by Haytham David and Eric Stary.
The Brave Runner Films-Few Man Crew Films production stars Sydney Vollmer, Patrick Johnston, Robert Alan Walker, Mary Kay Riestenberg, Chris Dettone, Ian Beckroege, Kennedy Hancock, Lee McGrath, Erin Taylor and Mickey Nunnari.
Reviews:
“There’s an intriguing little narrative going on here and it’s fun watching it all come to life. While Cruel is influencd by 90s horror, it’s important to note that it’s really more of a mystery/thriller. Gorehounds won’t find much about the film pleasing, though those who can appreciate an engaging story will appreciate the unwinding mystery.” The Independent Critic
“Director David makes good use of locations in and around his native Cincinnati and includes a few instances of impressive drone photography, particularly establishing shots for the final encounter in (yes!) a cabin the woods […] presumably there will be work on the sound, as the volume levels were quite inconsistent and many scenes, the violent ones in particular, will definitely benefit from some foley work.” ★★ Scott’s Movie Comments
“Cruel has an unmistakably 90s grunge vibe to it – which really makes the film very appealing already – and as such doesn’t try to gloss over things but makes the best out of what it’s got all the while telling a very comprehensive and suspenseful story with some violence and jump scares in all the right places, but never overpowering the story.” Search My Trash
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Teaser trailer:
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Original title:
The Cruel
Budget:
$5,000 (estimated)
Technical specs:
1 hour 10 minutes
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