Review of Scalene (2011) by Robert B — 01 May 2014

Great use of multiple POV. Great director.

This review of Scalene (2011) was written by Robert B on 01 May 2014.

Scalene has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jeannette Catsoulis (1,537) for New York Times (5,786) on 19 Jan 2012

While occasionally unpleasant, the film never crosses the line from bearably chilling to unbearably gruesome, keeping its characters credible…

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By Jennifer T (990) on 02 Dec 2012

Great acting. Though the movie is shown backwards it still worked. It kept me very interested…

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By Deirdre Crimmins (265) for Film Thrills (122) on 20 Aug 2018

Your experience with the film will last long after that scene is over, and the investment of time is absolutely worth it…

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By Kerr L (64) on 08 Jun 2016

Ambitious! Technically vibrant! The cast are immaculate! But the script needed some major work done. Especially the second half…

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By Lunar L (15) on 31 Dec 2012

This was original, disturbing, raw, and there was some really great acting…

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By Troy K (898) on 03 Feb 2012

A great, thought provoking thriller. Scalene doesn't fall into the trap that befalls other indie, low budget movies…

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