Knifepoint
Knifepoint

Knifepoint

2011Movie83 minEnglish

On Christmas Eve, two sisters sharing a Venice apartment discover their home is the final target of a brutal gang of criminals led by Jess and his sadistic sister Lorraine.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Nick MurphyGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary man, David, working as a door-to-door salesman, finds himself drawn into a dangerous game after encountering a mysterious woman. As his life unravels, he becomes entangled in a series of disturbing events that blur the lines between reality and delusion. The film follows David's descent into paranoia as he tries to understand the sinister forces at play.

Critical Reception

Knifepoint received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Andrew Scott. However, some reviews noted that the plot became convoluted in its later stages, and the ambiguous ending left some viewers unsatisfied.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.
  • Criticized for a confusing plot and an unsatisfying conclusion.
  • Appreciated for its attempts at psychological horror.

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Fun Fact

The film was initially intended to be a short film before being expanded into a feature-length production.

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