Birdeater

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Harlan L I really wanted to love this film. Unfortunately I just couldn’t. There are some good things - cinematography; beautiful and creative shots, the editing, sound and some of the acting was solid, but it just felt like a waste. When so few films ultimately get made in Australia VS Overseas, it would have been nice to see this $50k result in something with perhaps some meaning or impact. The characters were all super unlikeable, which is fine if something else keeps you engrossed, but nothing did. The toxic masculinity did not seem intentional and explorative, rather just triggering and unaware. Shabana is a great actor, who desperately needed a dialect coach for the British accent. Seemingly the filmmakers are inspired by “Wake in Fright”, sadly this film fails in comparison…Not worth the watch in my opinion. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 08/26/25 Full Review Emily K This is a movie that needs to be watched twice in a row. It's rare that a film has a secret that all the characters know, but the viewer doesn't. For that reason alone, this movie is worth watching for it's cinematic bravery. I have seen a lot of criticism for this film's ambiguity, but if you pay attention closely (especially on the second watch), the cues are there that make this film a lot more clear. I'm really impressed that this is Jack Clark's debut film and will absolutely be following his career. Don't expect horror/thriller. If I had to describe Birdeater in a two words it would be: Tense and Anxiety inducing. If you're a fan of non-conventional films, this is definitely worth your time. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/04/25 Full Review Michael H This one makes you wonder who on earth read this stinker of a script and thought it was worth producing. Don't be mislead. There is no "horror" or "thriller" element to this waste of human energy. It's just boring, irritating, and at times a little confusing. But never in any way interesting or entertaining. The acting is actually pretty good, if not particularly demanding. The actors do their best with what they've got to work with. Unfortunately, none of the characters are the least bit likeable, and you really can't care less what happens to any of them. Spoiler alert: nothing does. Life is too short -- avoid this one at all costs. You have been warned. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 05/25/25 Full Review Megan K This was a lot. It got confusing several times. It was just OK to me. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 05/12/25 Full Review Paul M A true GEM! Thought provoking, abrasive, tense and entirely unflinching! These are the type of films that make me LOVE cinema... I was engrossed for the entirety of the story. The music is incredible, the editing is slick and the cinematography is stellar. This movie hits well above its weight and director Jack Clark is 100% one to keep an eye on! Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/09/25 Full Review Jerod S This is what happens when you do drugs in Australia, kids. Nobody cares to watch this bachelor party mess. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 04/29/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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