Shallow Grave
Shallow Grave

Shallow Grave

1987Movie89 minEnglish

When four young college girls stumble upon a murder, they find themselves targeted by a killer who will stop at nothing to silence them.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic73/100
Google Users88%
Director: Danny BoyleGenres: Thriller, Comedy, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

Three flatmates in Edinburgh discover their new roommate has died and left behind a suitcase full of cash. The trio decides to keep the money, leading to escalating paranoia, distrust, and violence as they try to cover up their discovery and each other.

Critical Reception

Shallow Grave was a critical and commercial success, marking a significant debut for director Danny Boyle and launching the careers of its lead actors, particularly Ewan McGregor. It was praised for its dark humor, stylish direction, and sharp screenplay, establishing a new wave of British cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish and energetic direction.
  • Noted for its sharp, witty dialogue and dark humor.
  • Lauded for the strong performances of its lead cast, especially Ewan McGregor.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's suspenseful plot, dark humor, and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many found it to be a thrilling and engaging watch with a memorable twist.

Awards & Accolades

BAFTA Scotland Award for Best Film, Empire Award for Best Debut.

Fun Fact

The distinctive soundtrack, featuring the song 'Perfect' by Leftfield, became a hit in its own right and is often cited as a key element in the film's success.

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Wuchak

**_“Hidden gem” from the mid-80s in the thriller/horror category_** Four females from a Catholic college in Virginia head to Fort Lauderdale for Spring Break, but inadvertently see something they shouldn’t have seen in a Southern town al...