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The Survivalist

The Survivalist

Drama · Science Fiction · Thriller · 2015

In a time of starvation, a survivalist lives off a small plot of land hidden deep in forest. When two women seeking food and shelter discover his farm, he finds his existence threatened.

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The Survivalist

“Every Stranger Is The Enemy”

2015 Drama · Science Fiction · Thriller 1h 44m

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6.2 / 10

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In a time of starvation, a survivalist lives off a small plot of land hidden deep in forest. When two women seeking food and shelter discover his farm, he finds his existence threatened.

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The people responsible.

Directed by

Stephen Fingleton

Written by

Stephen Fingleton

Martin McCann

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Court is in session

Put The Survivalist on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Arthouse Gremlin

“Form is the argument.”

Every composed frame and deliberate cut is evidence that control can be thrilling in its own right.

The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist

“Technique in search of a pulse.”

Immaculate construction is still construction. The film may be too busy proving its craft to feel alive.