Full Shift
Full Shift

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Full Shift

2024
Movie
14 min
English

Tania, a food facility worker and mother of nine year-old Rayyan, forms a connection with her Malaysian colleague, Johan. Her unexpected pregnancy forces her to explore the possibility of abortion before her husband’s release from prison.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Jonny PerseyGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

During a night shift at a remote petrol station, a lone employee becomes the target of a relentless and terrifying home invasion. As the attackers escalate their efforts to break in, the employee must use their wits and the limited resources at hand to survive the night. The situation grows increasingly desperate as the night unfolds and the attackers' true motives remain shrouded in mystery.

Critical Reception

Full Shift has been described as a tense and claustrophobic thriller that relies on its atmosphere and suspense to deliver scares. While praised for its effective build-up and suspenseful sequences, some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other home invasion films. Audience reception has been generally positive, with many appreciating its gritty realism and intense pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Effective suspense and a palpable sense of dread.

  • A well-executed, if familiar, take on the home invasion genre.

  • Relies heavily on atmosphere and tension to keep viewers engaged.

Google audience: Google user reviews indicate appreciation for the film's tension and suspenseful atmosphere, with many finding it to be a gripping watch. However, some viewers noted that the plot felt a bit unoriginal, and the ending could have been more impactful.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily on location at a real, disused petrol station to enhance its authentic and isolated atmosphere.

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