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Violation

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With her marriage about to implode, Miriam returns to her hometown to seek solace in the comfort of her younger sister and brother-in-law. But one evening a tiny slip in judgement leads to a catastrophic betrayal, leaving Miriam shocked, reeling, and furious. Believing her only recourse is to exact revenge, Miriam takes extreme action, but the price of retribution is high, and she is not prepared for the toll it takes as she begins to emotionally and psychologically unravel.
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Violation presents a powerful depiction of one woman's trauma -- and its uncomfortably gripping aftermath.

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Katherine McLaughlin Sight & Sound Madeleine Sims-Fewer co-writes, co-directs and stars as Miriam in a daring and referential debut that questions the nature of revenge. May 11, 2021 Full Review Cody Corrall Chicago Reader The culmination of a film career built on interrogating rage, justice, and the intangible promise of catharsis. Apr 5, 2021 Full Review Steven Nguyen Scaife Slant Magazine Violation impressively pushes against the typically straightforward trajectory of the rape-revenge film. Rated: 3/4 Apr 2, 2021 Full Review Manuel São Bento MSB Reviews Violation is one of the most visually shocking, gruesome, disgusting films I’ve seen in quite some time. An extremely dark path of revenge told through an interesting nonlinear storytelling structure. Rated: B Jul 24, 2023 Full Review Paul Lê Nightmare on Film Street There is an unapologetic rawness to this visceral movie that plucks it from the crowd and places it squarely in its own category. Rated: 8/10 Jul 23, 2023 Full Review Alessandra Rangel InSession Film Violation is an unsettling tale of vengeance exalted by haunting chants and a gloomy cinematography that enrich the feeling of tension. Rated: A Mar 15, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Korra N This is gut-wrenching real world horror at it's finest, with a heartbreaking performance anchoring the audience through a few acts of dizzying violence and sexual assault. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/01/24 Full Review Rithwik S Absolutely nerve wrecking revenge drama I've ever seen in recent times! Although it feels a little stretched in beginning, it gradually escalates into something dark as the movie progresses.....with brilliant performances by the lead actors, and especially the non-linear story telling just makes it more amazing a movie! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/17/24 Full Review Marnie Z this movie could have been really good but there were certain parts that went on way too long Rated 3 out of 5 stars 05/23/24 Full Review Audience Member Did I enjoy watching this movie? No. Am I giving it 5 stars on purpose? 100%. I was utterly CAPTIVATED by this film. Would you enjoy watching a horrific strangulation murder and dismemberment in real life purpetrated by an inexperienced first time killer? No. THATS what this movie is. It is the most realistic view of true revenge in the real world I’ve ever seen. Hard to explain how heavy this flick is Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/24/24 Full Review The Never Finished P Shite Don't bother Simple as. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/24/24 Full Review Penny F This movie was crazy good!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/14/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis With her marriage about to implode, Miriam returns to her hometown to seek solace in the comfort of her younger sister and brother-in-law. But one evening a tiny slip in judgement leads to a catastrophic betrayal, leaving Miriam shocked, reeling, and furious. Believing her only recourse is to exact revenge, Miriam takes extreme action, but the price of retribution is high, and she is not prepared for the toll it takes as she begins to emotionally and psychologically unravel.
Director
Dusty Mancinelli, Madeleine Sims-Fewer
Screenwriter
Dusty Mancinelli, Madeleine Sims-Fewer
Genre
Drama, Horror
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 25, 2021
Runtime
1h 47m
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