Criminal Audition (2019) User Reviews

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[lynnspook · 1/10 · 29 June 2021]

Did I just watch the same movie as the rest of these reviewers? They ruined a good idea with terrible acting, and the pace is excruciatingly slow. What's.. with.. all.. the.. pausing.. between.. words for dramatic effect? People don't converse that way in reality. How did this get two stars when every review on here is a six or better? Have the real reviews been removed?

A great watch

[emmaclairelouisejones · 8/10 · 15 October 2020]

Really enjoyed this film! It had a great pace to it, it was so tense I could could barely look away from the screen. Couldn't predict where it was going to go or how it would end, I loved it.

Interesting little piece

[ravencorinncarluk · 6/10 · 19 October 2020]

Knowing there would be a twist reveal, I was watching for the clues, wanting to puzzle it out myself. I enjoyed the ride along the way, and some of the characters had surprising actions.

No really superb performances or anything, but the story was intriguing enough to make it at least worth the watch.

A little gem hidden away

[tedguest86 · 9/10 · 13 October 2020]

I stumbled across this movie and was pleasantly surprised. The black humour was well written and had me quietly smirking to myself. At times the budget showed as the "effects" were not quite what I want from my horror/thriller but it was never sold as a A budget movie.

Well worth a watch and I hope to see more from this team.

true horror

[roger_2020 · 13 October 2020]

Sometimes a movie comes along that surprises you in a good way and this was one of those films. I loved that some of the scary scenes were shot during the day and the night time scenes had a sinister vibe that definitely creeps me out. The actors did a great job and the low key pacing worked well with the story and scares. Watch this one at 3 AM kids!! 10/10

Well worth watching!

[payneglenn · 7/10 · 28 October 2020]

Some very interesting characters portrayed with a dark underbelly. The script takes you on an engaging journey which you certainly won't regret!

A frightfest gem that deserves to be watched!

[gina_silverman · 8/10 · 13 October 2020]

I was at london frightfest 2019 last year and to see a film that didnt just go down the road of basic horror thrills for the sake of it was fantastic. This is a film that decides to do things differently. It has thriller, horror and comedy elements, within a chlostrophobic environment. I saw its coming out in the UK soon and excited to watch it again. For someone that isnt that into horrors, i felt it kept me hooked with twists and didnt always fall into that genre, it made me laugh as well as jump!

An original idea, executed well.

[sd-49021 · 7/10 · 29 October 2020]

This is a well put together film. It's an interesting and original idea which will keep you hooked all the way through.

Absolutely worth your time

[Gunsnstuff · 9/10 · 14 October 2020]

Very dark. Very funny. Very good. I saw this film last year knowing literally nothing about it and loved it for a ton of reasons. It's smart, surprising and kinda fun! Don't be put off by the lack of "names", the performances are top notch which is astonishing considering how quickly they filmed it. The plot goes like a rocket, the dialogue is pacy and there's pitch black humour aplenty. The production values are pretty high and as far as first features go, this ones a belter. Give it a go, you won't regret it, although I should add, it's not for the faint of heart!

Brilliant, funny and clever

[mark-95671-73144 · 6/10 · 28 April 2021]

Was recommended this movie by a friend and found it to be clever and funny in equal measure.

Some great one liners and an interesting plot line.

Definitely recommend!

Disturbingly different - worth a watch

[thomlumley · 9/10 · 16 October 2020]

Unique ideas with some dark twists and turns. Definitely worth a go.

Definitely worth a watch, you won't regret it

[nicolarhian · 8/10 · 24 October 2020]

What a great film! Kept me hooked all the way through and some great black comedy moments. Definitely worth a watch, you won't regret it.

Original, witty and scary - a must see.

[jansilverman · 8/10 · 26 October 2020]

I first saw Criminal Audition at the Frightfest in 2019 and was delighted to learn that it has now been released in the UK as well as USA, Canada and other countries. I found it to be a clever film with a great script (Luke Kaile and Samuel Gridley are the writers) with plenty of gore and scary bits, yet still extremely humorous. The characters are intriguing, my favourites being Moe (Scott Samain) Ryan (Luke Kaile) and the sinister Ms M (Noeleen Comiskey) It has a great pacy plot and is definitely worth watching. Highly recommended.

Well worth the watch

[jeicegor · 8/10 · 10 November 2020]

Was not disappointed at all. Got me hooked from the start. Great cast. Makes you wonder what will happen next. Great work.

Criminal Audition is criminally good!

[troydavies-49991 · 10/10 · 27 October 2020]

Criminal Audition is a movie that keeps you locked in with the tension constantly building throughout the length of the film. The script is sharp and the acting is strong with great performances from all the cast. Director Samuel Gridley perfectly captures the claustrophobic setting and feeling, and the final result is a great film that showcases the great writing talents of Kaile and Gridley.

One to watch

[rtaylor-40789 · 9/10 · 30 November 2020]

Credit to director Samuel Gridley and actors, in particular Moe (Scott Samain). Criminal Audition has a mixture of violence and humour, along with an impressive storyline to keep you entertained & focused.

Twisted Sister

[nogodnomasters · 8/10 · 3 November 2020]

This is a dark twisted comedy where you don't see it coming. William (Rich Keeble ) is a lawyer who runs a company that offers closure to the family of victims of unsolved crimes. They pay and coach a person to confess to a crime and plant incriminating evidence. William and his two associates are interviewing three candidates when the client shows up and starts to run things on her own contrary to William's set procedure.

It was an interesting film that takes a number of twists at the end. Well done to Rich Keeble and Samuel Gridley. If you liked Sean Pertwee's "Four" ( I think i am the only one who saw it and liked it) then this one should be in your wheelhouse.

Guide: F-word. No sex or nudity.