Deranged Foxhole Deduction
Deranged Foxhole Deduction

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Deranged Foxhole Deduction

2019
Movie
16 min
English

A man, John Calavanico, crosses the precipice from sanity to insanity killing his roommate, then the roommate’s long lost daughter and mother and another man. A detective, Nicholas M. Garofolo, is saved by the zombie bodies. With Allegra Ashton, Jolie Curran and Ashish Patel. Director and Writer Dave Sweeney. Cinematography by Marc Fratto

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Maxime DuboisGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

In a remote, snowbound military outpost, a series of bizarre murders begins to plague the isolated soldiers. As paranoia mounts and trust erodes, a sharp-witted intelligence officer must race against time to uncover the killer hiding among them before the harsh elements and the killer's escalating spree claim them all. The investigation is hampered by extreme weather and the psychological toll of their confinement.

Critical Reception

Deranged Foxhole Deduction garnered mixed to positive reviews, praised for its atmospheric tension and suspenseful plot. However, some critics found the pacing uneven and certain plot twists predictable. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the locked-room mystery elements within a unique setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its claustrophobic atmosphere and intricate mystery.

  • Commended for strong performances, particularly from the lead actress.

  • Criticized by some for a slightly predictable third act.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's suspenseful narrative and the compelling central mystery. Many appreciated the unique setting and the effective build-up of tension. Some viewers felt the resolution could have been more surprising, but overall satisfaction was high.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Screenplay at the Vancouver International Film Festival. Won Best Sound Design at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The remote military outpost setting was filmed on location in a decommissioned research station in the Canadian Arctic, requiring the cast and crew to endure extreme cold and limited daylight hours.

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