Review of Mum & Dad (2008) by Brandon C — 19 May 2009

One of the most disturbing movies I've ever seen.

This review of Mum & Dad (2008) was written by Brandon C on 19 May 2009.

Mum & Dad has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Lee A (284) on 05 Sep 2010

I came into this film, with low expectations after reading reviews here and on IMDB, but I came out confused and satisfied…

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By Nicola W (458) on 15 Dec 2011

The most sick and disturbed movie I ever seen. Worst thing about it is that people like that really exist in this world…

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By Mark B (2,206) on 31 Mar 2012

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By David W (2,010) on 16 Nov 2012

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By Nicola D (175) on 21 Aug 2012

Crazy, weird, bloody british horror with a little bit of splatter around the way. Blood though is not spread casually here…

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By Leanne S (62) on 23 Sep 2013

This movie was crazy...disgusting and awesome at the same time. It is shock gore and just downright ridiculous. And campy as all hell…

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By Joe H (1,381) on 13 Jan 2011

I don't particularly enjoy films like this, and found myself watching it rather by accident…

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By Ivy K (58) on 08 Aug 2010

I'm always thrilled when a horror movie succeeds in disgusting me and keeping my interest throughout. Mum and Dad is a must for all fans of the genre…

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By Will D (958) on 25 Feb 2012

Utterly twisted and brutal, thoroughly well made and acted. Seriously sick. Another great British film. Another great British Horror film…

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