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Red
2008 93 min United States of America R 18+
★6.8
Drama, Thriller
Director: Trygve Allister Diesen, Lucky McKee
🎭 Based on
«Red»
byJack Ketchum
Trailers
Description
Avery, a reclusive older man, has a best friend in his dog, Red. When three teens kill Red without reason, Avery sets out for justice and redemption, attempting to follow the letter of the law. But when the law fails him, and the boys' father clearly defines right and wrong in his own way, Avery must avenge himself by any means possible.
Budget:
$2.5M
US Gross:
$4,643
Starring
Brian Cox
Actor
Noel Fisher
Actor
Kyle Gallner
Actor
Awards
1 win & 2 nominations
Key opinion
Red is a somber and realistic drama that explores the struggle for justice by a grieving man after the senseless killing of his dog. While its low-budget production is evident, the film is widely praised for its moral weight, social commentary on impunity, and Brian Cox's grounded performance.
| Acting | Brian Cox anchors the film with a restrained, non-sensationalized performance that avoids typical tropes of vengeance-seeking protagonists. | |
| Theme | The narrative serves as a powerful, honest exploration of social class, highlighting how wealth and parental influence often insulate the guilty from accountability. | |
| Originality | The film succeeds as a realistic, grounded drama that deliberately avoids the heightened violence and tropes of typical action-thrillers. | |
| Production | The production quality is uneven, with some viewers noting an amateurish feel and technical limitations stemming from its low budget and troubled filming history. |