Dismissed
Dismissed

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Dismissed

2017
Movie
87 min
English

A straight-edged teacher finds trouble when an honors student is willing to do anything to get an A.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Brian A. MetcalfGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A stressed-out film student, Lucas, is being terrorized by his psychology professor, Dr. Brooks, who seems to be deliberately sabotaging his academic career. As Lucas's life unravels, he begins to suspect that his professor's actions are far more sinister and dangerous than mere academic rivalry, leading to a terrifying confrontation.

Critical Reception

Dismissed received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, uneven acting, and derivative nature. While some appreciated its attempts at psychological horror, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling or original story.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is often described as a low-budget, uninspired thriller that relies on clichés.

  • Criticism frequently points to a lack of originality and a predictable storyline.

  • Some viewers found the suspenseful elements to be underdeveloped and unconvincing.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Dismissed (2017)' is not widely available or aggregated on platforms like Google.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Los Angeles, California, utilizing various campus locations and apartments to create its unsettling atmosphere.

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