2010 | 79 min | Horror, Thriller
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (77% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.1 out of 10 from audiences. 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 horror fans. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Scary and gory.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 19 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
A group of teachers must defend themselves from a gang of murderous kids when their school comes under siege after hours.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
77% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
6.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 25K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Johannes Roberts
- David SchofieldRobert Anderson
- Eliza BennettKate Anderson
- Ruth GemmellSarah Balham
- Juliet AubreyHelen Anderson
- Roxanne McKeeNicky
- Emma CleasbyLucy
- Max FowlerJake Eaves
- Finlay RobertsonJames
- Tina BarnesPolicewoman