Cast
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Colin Morgan
as Michael O'Hara
Aml Ameen
as Tempest
Mark Strong
as Holland
Felicity Jones
as Catherine
Sophia Brown
as Ruth
Tom Vaughan-Lawlor
as Keenan
Will Keen
as Woodville
Mairéad Tyers
as Carol
Dara Devaney
as Twomey
Andrea Irvine
as Fiadh
Jack McMullen
as Cole
Steve Wall
as Quinn
Caolan Byrne
as Hogan
Stephen McMillan
as Lynch
Hywel Morgan
as Uniformed Officer 2
Crew
Director
- Thomas Guard
- Charles Guard
Writer
- Ronan Bennett
- Charles Guard
- Tom Guard
Producer
- Chris Coen
- Brian Coffey
- Thorsten Schumacher
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Dead Shot distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Thomas Guard brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2023, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Dead Shot took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 365 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1621 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 18, 2023
- Runtime: 1h 32m
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