Red State
Red State

Red State

2011Movie88 minEnglish

Set in Middle America, a group of teens receive an online invitation for sex, though they soon encounter Christian fundamentalists with a much more sinister agenda.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users65%
Director: Kevin SmithGenres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy

Plot Summary

Three high school friends, on a road trip to attend a concert, find themselves in a remote town controlled by a fanatical religious group. Their attempts to escape the increasingly dangerous situation quickly turn into a bloody and violent struggle for survival.

Critical Reception

Red State received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Michael Parks' performance and the film's departure from Kevin Smith's typical comedic style. However, some found the film's tonal shifts jarring and its message heavy-handed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense horror sequences and a standout performance by Michael Parks.
  • Criticized for its uneven tone and divisive social commentary.
  • Seen as a surprisingly dark and violent turn for director Kevin Smith.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the dark humor and shocking violence, while others found the film's themes and plot to be overly preachy and gratuitous.

Fun Fact

Kevin Smith financed the film himself through his production company, SModcast Pictures, and personally distributed it after a dispute with a studio over its marketing.

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John Chard

John Chard

Berserker – Berserker. Kevin Smith breaks away from his comedic roots to direct and write this religious/political/bigot baiter that lurches from Hostel type madness into a siege of the damned. Starring Melissa Leo, Michael Parks, John...