


12 Hour Shift
It's 1999 and over the course of one 12-hour shift at an Arkansas hospital, a junkie nurse, her scheming cousin and a group of black market organ-trading criminals start a heist that could lead to their collective demise.
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Plot Summary
In rural Arkansas, a nurse named Mandy works the night shift at a hospital, while secretly dealing with black-market organ harvesting. When her obnoxious male cousin, Brandon, crashes at her place demanding money, Mandy is forced to enlist his help in a particularly dangerous organ retrieval. The night quickly spirals into a chaotic and bloody ordeal as Mandy tries to keep her operation a secret and her life intact.
Critical Reception
12 Hour Shift garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique blend of dark comedy and gore, as well as its committed performances. Some found the plot to be a bit too thin or repetitive, but it was largely recognized as a stylish and entertaining indie horror-comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- A surprisingly effective blend of darkly comedic writing and visceral horror.
- Features strong performances, particularly from Angela Bettis, who anchors the film's chaotic energy.
- While not always perfectly balanced, the film's commitment to its gruesome and humorous tone is admirable.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a fun, gory, and darkly humorous ride, appreciating its unique premise and energetic execution. Some viewers noted that the plot could be a bit straightforward, but the overall consensus leaned positive for its entertainment value.
Fun Fact
The film features a cameo appearance by wrestling legend Mick Foley, who plays a nurse named "Nurse” in the movie.
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