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Bad Day for the Cut

  • 2017
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
9.1K
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Susan Lynch, Ian McElhinney, David Pearse, Józef Pawlowski, Nigel O'Neill, and Anna Próchniak in Bad Day for the Cut (2017)
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A middle-aged Irish farmer, who still lives at home with his mother, sets off on a mission of revenge when his mother is murdered.A middle-aged Irish farmer, who still lives at home with his mother, sets off on a mission of revenge when his mother is murdered.A middle-aged Irish farmer, who still lives at home with his mother, sets off on a mission of revenge when his mother is murdered.

  • Director
    • Chris Baugh
  • Writers
    • Chris Baugh
    • Brendan Mullin
  • Stars
    • Nigel O'Neill
    • Susan Lynch
    • Józef Pawlowski
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    9.1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Chris Baugh
    • Writers
      • Chris Baugh
      • Brendan Mullin
    • Stars
      • Nigel O'Neill
      • Susan Lynch
      • Józef Pawlowski
    • 70User reviews
    • 39Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 nominations total

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    Nigel O'Neill
    Nigel O'Neill
    • Donal
    Susan Lynch
    Susan Lynch
    • Frankie Pierce
    Józef Pawlowski
    Józef Pawlowski
    • Bartosz
    Stuart Graham
    Stuart Graham
    • Trevor Ballantine
    David Pearse
    David Pearse
    • Gavigan
    Brian Milligan
    Brian Milligan
    • Jerome
    Anna Próchniak
    Anna Próchniak
    • Kaja
    Stella McCusker
    • Florence
    Ian McElhinney
    Ian McElhinney
    • Eamon
    Lalor Roddy
    Lalor Roddy
    • Leo McMahon
    Frankie McCafferty
    Frankie McCafferty
    • Bernard
    Ryan McParland
    Ryan McParland
    • Ossie
    Shashi Rami
    Shashi Rami
    • Vivian
    Andrew Porter
    Andrew Porter
    • Damien
    Fo Cullen
    • Liz
    Tony Devlin
    • Albert
    Hayley McQuillan
    • Sophia
    Sofia Smyth Fuentes
    • Josie
    • Director
      • Chris Baugh
    • Writers
      • Chris Baugh
      • Brendan Mullin
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    8alihandemiral

    An underrated revenge thriller with some comedic genius in it.

    Bad Day for the Cut is a gem hiding beneath the bottom of the sea for the fans of revenge thrillers. It is a great example of why there should be more indie films out there. Fairly good acting - astounding performances by Nigel O'Neill and Susan Lynch especially -a steady storyline and a decent plot twist, this film has it all.
    7omendata

    Superb revenge Thriller

    This exceeded all my expectations and really delivers a punch to the guts that leaves the viewer reeling in many scenes!

    Good acting , unexpected moments and a real engaging story for once. Quite frustrating as you just wanted the bad guys to get it but the film treads a more true to life and unexpected line which keeps the viewer frustrated and wanting to see more...Great storytelling as the backstory slowly evolves.

    If you are looking for something more without the frills and spills of unlimited CGI and dross story-line and remakes we see delivered to Netflix and Amazon seemingly weekly then this will surely satisfy, its a masterful performance from the main character and a really unexpected set of quite nasty characters and events all mixed into a really satisfying Irish thrill-soup!
    6shaneloveszombies

    Cracking little flick that takes you by surprise

    This is one I discovered on Netflix a couple of nights ago. It's hard not to like it the characters are fleshed out well and the lead has an disarming manner about him that makes him almost like a reluctant hero albeit in full on revenge mode. I don't want to give anything away but if you know anything of life in Northern Ireland then you know why some aspects of this film just had to make you laugh or grin or grimace. The Irish are taskmasters at dark or 'gallows' humour. This is well directed and well observed and deserves your time.
    8Sleepin_Dragon

    An intense watch.

    Nigel o'Neill is terrific as the farmer, who takes revenge against those responsible for the death of his beloved mother.

    It's hugely gritty, intense and of course has moments of violence, but it is laced with several moments of humour, which help to lighten up what could have been an overly grim film.

    It's a good old fashioned tale of revenge, but there's a complex backstory, and some aspects which are perhaps very realistic, such as the forced prostitution.

    Susan Lynch steals the show for me, Franky is definitely the most intriguing and bold character. Lynch plays the psycho incredibly well, dwarfing those around her.

    Very enjoyable. 8/10

    That's not even...... Yes it is.
    8simonwallis

    Unexpected find

    Found on Netflix and wasn't expecting much but more than pleasantly surprised. Fine acting from the leads,especially Donal. Unfolding back story that makes the film,well worth a look

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    • Trivia
      The shotgun used is a Browning 525 12 gauge.
    • Goofs
      When the farmer makes the arrangement to meet the prostitute, he is told "Continental Apartments 6 O'Clock'. He seems to know which apartment and floor to go to without being told anything further.
    • Quotes

      Kaja: How do you know my brother?

      Donal: He tried to kill me.

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    • Release date
      • October 20, 2017 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Mal día para el corte
    • Filming locations
      • Belvoir Forest Park, Belfast, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, UK(on location)
    • Production company
      • Six Mile Hill Productions
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    • Budget
      • £250,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,510
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 39m(99 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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