Prevenge
Prevenge

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Prevenge

2017
Movie
89 min
English

A pregnant widow, believing herself to be guided by her unborn child, embarks on a homicidal rampage.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users69%
Director: Alice LoweGenres: Comedy, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A desperately unhinged pregnant woman, Ruth, is guided by her unborn baby's increasingly malevolent voice to embark on a murderous rampage. As the body count rises, she desperately tries to fulfill her maternal destiny and bring her child into the world. However, her path to vengeance becomes increasingly entangled with the ghosts of her past and the reality of her impending motherhood.

Critical Reception

Prevenge received positive reviews from critics, who praised its dark humor, originality, and Alice Lowe's performance. The film was noted for its unique blend of genres and its effective use of suspense and gore.

What Reviewers Say

  • A darkly hilarious and surprisingly gory feminist revenge flick.

  • Alice Lowe shines as both writer and star in this inventive horror-comedy.

  • The film's unique premise and stylish execution make for a memorable watch.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's dark humor and originality, finding it to be a refreshingly unique take on the revenge thriller genre. Some noted the gore was effective, while others found the plot a bit outlandish.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress at the British Independent Film Awards for Alice Lowe.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in just 12 days, with Alice Lowe writing the script while she was heavily pregnant, drawing inspiration from her own experiences.

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