Shallow Grave (1995)
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Reviews Counted:41
Fresh:29
Rotten:12
Average Rating:6.4/10
Consensus: This black-humored thriller features characters who are more obnoxious than clever. During the second half, the movie descends into gratuitous violence.
Runtime: 1 hr 34 mins
Genre: Dramas
Synopsis: After three Edinburgh roommates (Ewan McGregor, Christopher Eccleston, and Kerry Fox) finally choose a new roommate they can live with, they find him dead on the floor with a suitcase full of cash.... [More]
Starring: Ewan McGregor, Christopher Eccleston, Kerry Fox, Ken Stott
Director: Danny Boyle
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Reviews for Shallow Grave
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 2/5 |
At some point, ordinary human compassion must take up the slack. Boyle isn't a zippy enough director to make up for what's missing. No one is. Full Review |
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B+ |
This stylish, exhilarating feature debut Scottish director Boyle shows impressive command over the film medium. It's new type of British film, more influenced by Tarantino and the Coen brothers than any British tradition--Boyle is a talent to watch. Full Review |
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4/5 |
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3/5 |
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2/5 |
Impressive cast fails to redeem rather overrated movie.
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4/4 |
Nasty, mean-spirited, and heartless--perfect qualities for a thriller. Full Review |
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3/5 |
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4/5 |
Horrific fun!
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4/5 |
Regardless of how one feels about the film, there's no denying that it's absolutely brilliant as a cinematic calling card. Full Review |
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4/5 |
Smart and twisted with a nice ensemble.
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4/5 |
An excellent little thriller!
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C+ |
Bristles with excitement. Full Review |
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