Freelance

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Freelance

2024

1h 50m

Mystery & Thriller

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Katie, a freelance video editor in desperate need of work, receives a high-paying offer to edit a cryptic and bizarre video from an anonymous employer. Strapped for cash and facing eviction, Katie eagerly accepts the gig. The video depicts people being tortured and even killed on camera -- surely just elaborately staged fiction. But when the first job leads to even more lucrative work, and more disturbingly realistic snuff films, Katie's life begins to crumble. Strange figures in her apartment, horrific nightmares keeping her awake, and a mysterious illness plaguing her cat. It's only when Katie decides to finally quit the job that she learns just how cruel her anonymous employer really is, and to what bloody lengths she herself will go to get out of her contract.

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Mary Beth McAndrews

Dread Central

Thanks to a stellar performance from Nicole Pastor and a unique slant on genre tropes, Freelance is an early surprise for 2025.

Rated: 3.5/5

Feb 13, 2025

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Tom Jolliffe

Flickering Myth

Fans of films like Censor and Berberian Sound Studio will love this one, which also has a dash of Lynch and a sprinkle of Cronenberg in there too.

Feb 11, 2025

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Jasneet Singh

Collider

Hopefully, Freelance becomes more than a hidden gem in Australian indie horror, especially as it ultimately engages with the idea of snuff films in a way you wouldn't expect.

Rated: 7/10

Jan 30, 2025

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David Griffiths

Subculture Entertainment

A very well written crime thriller that holds suspense from start to finish. An amazing performance from Nicole Pastor that promises a big future for her.

Rated: 4/5

Jan 29, 2025

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Peter Gray

The AU Review

with [Nicole] Pastor’s commitment and the film adhering to a nasty mentality, Freelance ultimately proves to be another shining example of homegrown genre work.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jan 28, 2025

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Bobby LePire

Film Threat

On its own, minus the opening credits, the movie’s an intense thriller about the depraved things money makes everyone do.

Rated: 9/10

Dec 5, 2024

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This movie was REALLY good!! Excellent flick and I’m a tough critic

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/20/25

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Chris M

A must see on how to make an engaging and thought provoking thriller with brilliant acting on a budget. This one had me hooked from the start.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/19/25

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Lisa A

Desperate, unflinching and truly horrific. A dark and deep look into the freelance gig economy. Much more than your typical Horror/ Thriller film.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/19/25

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B P

A Hybrid Found Footage Nightmare

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/13/25

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nilufer e

It did have a certain thrilling vibe but it was kind of predictable. I liked the twist in the end, which was rather unexpected. So overall it was entertaining.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/10/25

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jabble V

This is a fantastic achievement and prime example of how to make a small budget indie thriller. The poster and trailer got me intrigued and I purchased it on Amazon. I'm glad I did because it was a pleasant surprise. The film tells the story of a young Freelancer names Katie who gets involved in the dark web, cutting snuff films. Nicole pastor played the role brilliantly and she was believable in every scene. A little gem I'm glad I found.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/10/25

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Katie, a freelance video editor in desperate need of work, receives a high-paying offer to edit a cryptic and bizarre video from an anonymous employer. Strapped for cash and facing eviction, Katie eagerly accepts the gig. The video depicts people being tortured and even killed on camera -- surely just elaborately staged fiction. But when the first job leads to even more lucrative work, and more disturbingly realistic snuff films, Katie's life begins to crumble. Strange figures in her apartment, horrific nightmares keeping her awake, and a mysterious illness plaguing her cat. It's only when Katie decides to finally quit the job that she learns just how cruel her anonymous employer really is, and to what bloody lengths she herself will go to get out of her contract.

Director: John Balazs
Producer: Marlane Ghmed, Vikki Blinks, John Balazs
Screenwriter: Mike Gerbino
Distributor: Gravitas Ventures
Production Co: Prima Lux Films, La Rosa Productions
Genre: Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 28, 2025
Runtime: 1h 50m

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