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Red Hill

Seen it?

2010 | 97 min | Action, Thriller, Western

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (79% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and action fans. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Tense.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 37 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: expect violence.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Young police officer Shane Cooper's first day on duty, after relocating to the small town of Red Hill, rapidly turns into a nightmare. News of a prison break, involving convicted murderer Jimmy Conway, sends the local law enforcement officers - led by the town's ruling presence, Old Bill - into a panic and leads to a terrifying and bloody confrontation.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    79% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.1 out of 10

  • AwardsWeak

    0 wins and 5 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $324K worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 25K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Patrick Hughes

  • Ryan KwantenShane Cooper
  • Steve BisleyOld Bill
  • Tom E. LewisJimmy Conway
  • Claire van der BoomAlice Cooper
  • Christopher DavisSlim
  • Kevin HarringtonJim Barlow
  • Richard SutherlandManning
  • Kenneth RadleyEarl
  • John BrumptonRex
  • Cliff EllenGleason