Deadly Cuts
Deadly Cuts

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Deadly Cuts

2021
Movie
90 min
English

A black comedy set in a working-class Dublin hair salon where the stylists become accidental vigilantes and community heroes as they take on the gang members and gentrifiers threatening their community.

Insights

IMDb4.4/10
Director: Scott JeffreyGenres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a hair salon, a group of stylists face a deadly new stylist who is killing off customers. As the body count rises, they must fight for their lives against a killer whose methods are as brutal as they are stylish.

Critical Reception

Deadly Cuts received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its attempt at a unique slasher concept with a comedic twist, many found the execution lacking in coherence and scares. The film is often cited as a low-budget horror flick with some creative ideas that didn't fully land.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a somewhat novel premise within the slasher genre.

  • Suffers from uneven pacing and a lack of genuine horror.

  • The comedic elements are hit-or-miss, often detracting from the suspense.

Google audience: Google user reviews for Deadly Cuts are scarce, but those available suggest a divided audience. Some viewers appreciated the dark humor and unconventional setting, while others found the plot predictable and the acting unconvincing. The film appears to be a niche title that may appeal to fans of low-budget, quirky horror.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around a real hair salon, adding to its authentic, albeit gruesome, setting.

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