Sentences with phrase «little indie thriller»

Back in 1995, I remember the excitement of watching a pretty amazing little indie thriller called The Usual Suspects (I imagine most people who were movie lovers at that time do, as well).

Summary: Despite it being the Adam Randall's first feature, this high concept thriller zips along at breakneck speed offering an exceptional lead performance, exquisite visuals and skilfully executed set - pieces to ensure this little indie thriller packs as much a punch as its mainstream rivals.

Not exact matches

Released: September 29 Cast: Owen Campbell, Charlie Tahan, Max Talisman Director: Kevin Phillips Why it's great: Astute film fans may sense a little DNA from Mean Creek, Bully, and / or Stand By Me in this excellent indie thriller about three teenaged boys who react (very) poorly to a horrific fatal accident — but there's also a lot of insight, intelligence, and originality to be found here as well.

While his director credits are short (this film and an indie flick called Little New York), his writing resume includes such memorable (but still B - movie - level) thrillers like The Negotiator and the 2005 Assault on Precinct 13 remake, which also starred Ethan Hawke.

Despite it being the duos first feature film, their astute direction assures this gritty Texan crime thriller simmers with all the right tones, atmosphere, stand - out performances and beautiful artistic flourishes, to make this little indie picture stand tall amongst the other great crime thrillers of recent years, while firmly planting the Hawkins brothers as two incredibly talented, visual and character driven filmmakers.