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Faults

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A renowned authority on mind control encounters a formidable challenge when he is hired to deprogram a strong-willed cultist.
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Faults explores the cult dynamic to fascinating effect, bolstered by an outstanding cast and sharp work from writer-director Riley Stearns.

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Allison Keene Collider Faults is a taught and charismatic work, and also the latest film to tackle the subject of cults in a quietly earnest way. Mar 4, 2016 Full Review John DeFore Hollywood Reporter By the time the film gets where it's going, viewers may identify more than they expect with those who've been controlled by others with hidden agendas. Mar 4, 2016 Full Review John Darnielle Slate Its final reveal is the sort of beautiful Twilight Zone fillip you see coming only about 10 seconds before it arrives, and I recommend seeing the movie without reading anything further about it: The payoff is that good. Mar 4, 2016 Full Review Patrick Cavanaugh The Wolfman Cometh Will keep the audience guessing about what forces are really at play in this genre-bender, yet doesn't necessarily come to a satisfying conclusion. Rated: 3/5 Sep 20, 2023 Full Review Q.V. Hough Vague Visages "Surprisingly, director Stearns spends little time navigating the physical world of 'Faults'; he takes a minimalist approach and produces a game of psychological chess." Jul 1, 2022 Full Review Stephen Saito Moveable Fest Orser and Winstead don't just seem ever-present with each other in their spats, but play up the physicality of their characters, whether it's Orser's shrunken sadsack demeanor or Winstead's expressive eyes that speak. Nov 20, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Georgan G A unique film crossing a few genres. Facinating plot that I could never guess what would happen next. Question is, who is really in a cult & who is really in control? Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/27/24 Full Review Wayne K Films about cults have the potential to be endlessly fascinating because their mere existence tells us so much about human nature. We can form communities with the most disparate of individuals, we'll sacrifice anything for a sense of belonging, and we'll believe and do anything, no matter how evil, if we've been conditioned to obey a person or group we otherwise would have completely avoided. Faults focuses on the psychology and mental manipulation of a cult member, one who knows what they're doing is right, and it's the rest of the world that's wrong. Leland Orser plays the cult deprogrammer as a pathetic and weak individual who only has a single talent, and even that's doubtful. It's great watching him and Winstead play off each other, and you're constantly asking who's actually in control. Is the teacher taking charge, or is the student just making them think they are? It's the kind of film where not a lot really happens, but you still feel compelled to watch it. It's slow, steadily paced and dialogue driven, opting for deep psychological study rather than violent confrontations and life affirming platitudes. If you're interested in cults and how they shape the lives of their adherents, give Faults a watch and you might just learn something. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/20/23 Full Review steve d Ok but I expected a lot more. Didn't like the script at all. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review stoner j OMG this movie is original as hell and has some really awesome metaphysical twists and turns with an awesome ending to boot. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review william r Well, that was a wild watch. What starts off as a sort of slapstick down-on-his-luck comedy gets turned on its head into something far more twisted and interesting over time. I really appreciate the genre bending going on here even if the ending did escape me a bit. Ira will stick with me for a bit. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review dan b I loved it, never knew what was going to happen next, it was great Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis A renowned authority on mind control encounters a formidable challenge when he is hired to deprogram a strong-willed cultist.
Director
Riley Stearns
Producer
Roxanne Benjamin, Keith Calder, Chris Harding, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jessica Calder
Screenwriter
Riley Stearns
Distributor
Screen Media Films
Production Co
Snoot Entertainment
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 6, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 1, 2015
Runtime
1h 29m
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