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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 03/04/2016
Faults is a taught and charismatic work, and also the latest film to tackle the subject of cults in a quietly earnest way. Go to Full Review John DeFore The Hollywood Reporter 03/04/2016
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. Go to Full Review John Darnielle Slate 03/04/2016
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. Go to Full Review Patrick Cavanaugh The Wolfman Cometh 09/20/2023
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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. Go to Full Review Q.V. Hough Vague Visages 07/01/2022
"Surprisingly, director Stearns spends little time navigating the physical world of 'Faults'; he takes a minimalist approach and produces a game of psychological chess." Go to Full Review Stephen Saito Moveable Fest 11/20/2018
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. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Georgan G 07/27/2024 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? See more Wayne K 12/20/2023 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. See more steve d 12/07/2022 Ok but I expected a lot more. Didn't like the script at all. See more stoner j @Stoner 10/17/2022 OMG this movie is original as hell and has some really awesome metaphysical twists and turns with an awesome ending to boot. See more dan b 06/25/2022 I loved it, never knew what was going to happen next, it was great See more 05/12/2022 It is tough to describe what works about Faults in words since it defies almost all genre tropes. It is a horror movie without being scary and a comedy that isn't really funny. What it is for sure is an interesting watch that remains engaging practically the whole way through and every character is great. See more Read all reviews
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Riley Stearns

Director

Leland Orser

Ansel

Mary Elizabeth Winstead

Claire

Chris Ellis

Dad

David Chandler

Riley the Waiter

Jon Gries

Terry

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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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