Time Out
Time Out

Time Out

1988Movie83 minEnglish

Drama about a young Dane who has traveled to America to find the father he can hardly remember. In New Mexico he gets to know the daughter of a political-religious fanatic who runs a "survival school". The young Dane is interested in the girl and admits to school. Later, however, there will be a violent showdown with the fanatic. But was this man, in fact, his father?

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Vittorio De SistiGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of young friends go on a camping trip in a remote forest, seeking adventure and a break from their ordinary lives. As night falls, they become the targets of a deranged killer who seems to have an intimate knowledge of the woods and their every move. Their attempt at a fun getaway turns into a desperate fight for survival against a relentless and unseen force.

Critical Reception

Time Out, also known by its original Italian title 'Tempo di uccidere', is a lesser-known slasher film that garnered mixed to negative reviews. While it attempted to tap into the popular horror tropes of its era, it was often criticized for its predictable plot, uneven pacing, and lack of originality. However, some viewers found its atmospheric tension and gore to be effective within the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Despite some atmospheric moments, the film suffers from a derivative plot and uninspired characters.
  • The killer's identity and motivations are poorly developed, leading to a lack of suspense.
  • While it features some graphic violence, it fails to deliver a truly memorable or frightening horror experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Time Out' are scarce, but those available generally reflect disappointment with its generic approach to the slasher genre. Viewers often point out that it does little to distinguish itself from other films in the category, with many finding it forgettable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally released in Italy as 'Tempo di uccidere', which translates to 'Time to Kill', and it was later distributed internationally under titles like 'Time Out' and 'The Summer House'.

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