Thoroughbreds

  • 15 (DENMARK)
  • 2018


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86 % Certified Fresh
$ 3 Million
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Positive Reviews 126
Negative reviews 22
Average Rating 3.5/5
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3.5
Its not a great film by any means, but it is the epitome of a Fantastic Fest movie, meaning enjoyed best with friends and a few drinks. Av Club
3.0
But its no empty exercise, no mere calling card.The style all comes in service of the central relationship and the superb performances that bring it t .. Av Club
3.5
Hardly a stranger at this point to the horror or thriller genres, Taylor Joy continues to be a star on the rise by giving a disarming performance of w .. Den Of Geek
3.0
But its also a fun, sharp shock of a movie; a poison dart with its own black little heart. EW
5.0
If you ever find yourself coming to Sundance, you simply must make time for NEXT. Rogerebert
4.4
Finley remains true to his vision, and its a thrilling spectacle to behold. Rogerebert
3.0
The movies final act isnt quite as riveting as the brilliant setup, but this is a thought provoking and engrossing crime drama. Common Sense Media
3.0
The movie prepares a rare feast from its limited ingredients, but when the end credits arrive with a final blast of Erik Friedlanders wonderfully wonk .. Indie Wire
4.5
She doesnt have Aspergers or borderline personality disorder shes been tested for both she just cant feel anything. Indie Wire
4.0
Both are clearly far smarter than their classmates, but they lack something when it comes to simple people skills. Variety
4.5
Shades of the classic crime comedy thriller Deathtrap circle, as sharp tongued banter becomes bloody intent. Austin Chronicle
4.0
Meanness has long held a cherished place in teen comedies but rarely as the motivating force of our ostensible heroes. Time Out
3.0
Breeding and bad blood runs through the rarefied world of this twisted tale of female teen friendship. The Guardian
3.0
In this gripping psychological thriller, a troubled teenager and her best friend wonder out loud if they could kill her cruel dad Here is a psychologi .. The Guardian
3.1
The film is ultimately a work of calculation, but Finley delivers its gnarly laughs and devilish little shocks with confidence and panache.
3.8
A vicious satire of the upper class and its discontents, Thoroughbreds paints a dark picture of a generation that, because it has been denied nothing, ..
4.0
Thoroughbred, which premiered in Sundances Next selection, seems destined for cult status, thanks to its darkly comic tone, set off by a discordant sc .. Screen Daily
2.0
0 Empathy is weakness and privilege is power.Adjust the quantifiables on those two metrics enough and you end up with the dangerous type of people who .. Collider
2.0
Its memorable and genuinely upsetting, and shows a clearly visionary technical eye that is reason enough to keep an eye on what Finley does next. Vulture
3.5
What is lacking is a sense of inevitability that pushes the characters and story forward as well as a sense of impending doom, whether or not the girl .. The Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Shades of the classic crime comedy thriller Deathtrap circle, as sharp tongued banter becomes bloody intent.
3.5
Yet both actors give their roles a spark of life Mr. Yelchin lends the movie heart in one of his final performances, Mr. Sparks gives it a touch of re .. The New York Times
4.0
Finley does a lot with very little apart from the raw talent of his leads. If this is what hes capable of as a first timer, we should rightfully dread .. Paste Magazine
3.0
A little like Cookes character a high schooler called Amanda, who has done something to a crippled horse we wait to find out about it doesnt have easy .. Telegraph
3.5
Together they conspire to intercept a local drug dealer, Tim (the late Anton Yelchin, in the last of his filmed performances to appear before the publ ..
4.5
It serves its purpose but is only partially meaningful in the grand scheme of the story. The Young Folks
4.0
Dark fun, with performances to savour and a set of references too seldom made in todays pictures, this is a treat.It may peter out at the end, but wha ..
4.5
The most impressive thing about THOROUGHBREDS is the simple fact that its not your average thriller. JoBlo
3.1
There is a Hitchcockian creepiness in Finleys mad as hell teen drama. The Globe And Mail
3.8
There is a third entity involved the smartphone, a device that promises engagement but promotes detachment.This is sometimes pointedly funny. Philly
3.0
On the screen, its synthetic character and mannered style are more likely to frustrate than captivate. One Guys Opinion
4.0
Theyll surprise audiences, too, as they each reveal themselves capable of decisions more terrible and tender than you might expect.And you may surpris .. Village Voice
3.8
These two hugging each other is the most unnatural screen act since that kid had sex with a peach in Call Me By Your Name. Rogers Movie Nation
4.2
The film ranges from a thriller to film noir to a dark comedy, as it every so often switches genres. Sover
3.8
Its an effective bit of restrained filmmaking that few directors would attempt in this era of show me everything. ReelViews
3.0
Its something to be shared inside an intimate space with talented actors, and as a movie, Thoroughbreds lacks vigor, especially with a static finale. Blu Ray
4.0
Two privileged teensa strict disciplinarians resentful stepdaughter (Anya Taylor Joy) and her emotionless friend (Olivia Cooke)explore their dark side .. Chicago Reader
3.5
Its a welcome reminder of how much a director can achieve with a low budget. Chicago Reader
3.0
Newcomer Cory Finlay crafts a YA tale that will appeal to younger audiences tweenies who will appreciate the rebellious spirit of its lead characters. ..
3.0
Newcomer Cory Finlay crafts a YA tale that will appeal to younger audiences tweenies who will appreciate the rebellious spirit of its lead characters. ..
2.5
Its a decent premise thats employed to consistently uninvolving effect by Maoz, as the filmmaker, for the most part, suffuses the proceedings with ill .. Reel Film Reviews
4.0
I loved 90 percent of this film...I loved every second but hated the ending. You Tube
3.0
What he means was that you only really miss something when its gone and its solid gone, as Baloo the bear used to say, in John Krasinskis new thriller .. The Times
4.0
Actually, Dogtooth meets Heathers is closer to the daring deadpan delivery of the debut writer/director Cory Finleys stylised calling card. The Times
2.0
The well bred teenagers in the audacious dark comedy Thoroughbreds are Lily (Anya Taylor Joy) and Amanda (Olivia Cooke), affluent Connecticut girls wh .. Eric Ds Nider
2.0
Finleys idea of style is to have his actors speak in a lifeless monotone, staring straight ahead, faces as motionless as granite statues. News Review
4.0
But like Cruel Intentions before it, which offered a juicy homage to Dangerous Liaisons in the confines of a chic New York prep school, Cory Finleys s .. Radio Times
5.0
Certainly not for all viewers but hypnotically engaging and often mesmerizing for those willing to go along for the ride, Thoroughbreds is something t .. Screen It
4.0
This is the screen equivalent of a fairground ride on the ghost train.The scarier it gets, the more fun it becomes. Independent
3.8
But both of these sensational U.K. born actors show startling talent, taking audiences on a wild ride fueled by stinging wit and shocking gravity. Rolling Stone
3.5
Both of these girls have had every opportunity and resource, growing up as the brightest and best, but they still feel that the world is letting them .. Shadows On The Wall
3.0
How much you find the whole of Thoroughbreds to be worth it will likely depend on how much Cooke and Taylor Joy can carry it.For me, that answer was p .. Decider
3.5
But if you dont mind your movies nasty, brutish, and slight, you couldnt ask for a more delectable chocolate covered razor blade. The Wrap
4.0
Its a most promising debut, a film that keeps you off balance and uncomfortable which, as any real horror fan knows, is just where you want to be. Az Central
4.0
But the finished effort gives every contour of Lilys home a cinematic workout: Waitstaff scurry away just out of focus, empty doorways gawk at us and .. Npr
2.0
Somewhere improbable, melodramatic and not worth the effort, sadly. Daily Mail
4.0
For all its cinematic influences and references, Finleys film at times strains a little hard to be singular.But it is never less than extremely watcha .. Daily Mail
4.0
And yet its story of two blue blooded teenage girls out for revenge represents a surprisingly fresh take on the subject matter, in a film that is eleg .. Flim List
4.0
Watching Thoroughbreds, one is fully aware of the debt it owes to the similar films that came before it. But that doesnt make it any less enjoyable to .. Film Inquiry
4.0
It consistently defies expectations thanks to a sharply written script that balances reprehensible characters with poignant themes to observe. Flickering Myth
4.0
The unpredictable story and smart performances from the lead actors make Thoroughbreds a joy to watch. Flim Threet
3.0
While Thoroughbreds brutally dispenses with an actual horse in its opening minutes, the title of writer director Cory Finleys delectably nasty thrille .. Boston Herald
3.0
Dripping with malice and deadpan wit, Thoroughbreds is overly mannered but often devilishly entertaining. Express
3.0
Its confidently made with an eye for more than workmanlike style, its certainly able to conjure its own original world with an accompanying tone, and .. The Film Stage
3.8
Its elegant and well plotted but not at the expense of the performances. Chicago Tribune
3.8
A story steeped in emotional remoteness manages to command our attention in Thoroughbreds, first time filmmaker Cory Finleys darkly satirical portrait .. Boston Globe
3.0
It plays at times like a new take on Strangers on a Train in which both parties commit to unspeakable acts without any reservations. Uproxx
4.0
The screeches meld with the cynical dialogue and hard images to bring us somewhere unexpectedly close to the avant garde.So what if the ending doesnt .. The Irish Times
3.0
For those seeking a wickedly dark little confection, Thoroughbreds should prove a diverting watch; but those looking for anything deeper will find a l .. The Atlantic
3.5
Its a very well performed film with fiercely funny moments, well worth the time on the big screen simply to promote the small films release in that fo .. Birth Movies Death
3.0
Thoroughbreds is a fascinating dual character study and a terrific vehicle for its lead actresses, but it never quite comes to the climax it hints at. Birth Movies Death
4.5
Cory Finley came in hot with his first film. With THOROUGHBRED, the writer and director has delivered a stylish, eerie psychodrama about that most vex .. Birth Movies Death
4.0
Must know A savage and inventive black comedy about Connecticuts upper crust Must go.Nihilism never looked so good with these amoral teens Standard
3.5
Its a role that could have easily fallen flat or feel one note.But Cooke doesnt confuse apathy for boredom, and keeps a curiosity sparking in Amanda t .. Pajiba
2.0
With performances this good, its not difficult.Amanda wants to get rid of her stepdad, and the girls talk over how it would be done. Detroit News
3.0
The film wants to be a film noir exercise more than a straight up suspense thriller, and it never stops being a character study, so it works on those .. Forbes
3.0
But while Finleys film may be slim on any truly insightful commentary about what makes Amanda and Lily tick, thats almost beside the point. Consequence Of Sound
3.0
Watching a teenage girl personally euthanising the family horse is quite a way to start Cory Finleys directorial debut Thoroughbreds, and its a glorio .. Hey U Guys
2.0
But like the best movies by first time directors, it repackages those influences into something that feels fresh. The Play List
3.0
It works, but its cold.All the while I was watching Thoroughbreds, I felt removed from it; all the style was pushing me away rather than drawing me in .. Now Toronto
4.5
At least in a direct, definitively classified comedy genre form.Last years greatest (only) laugh out loud movies came out of the superhero genre. Film School Rejects
4.5
Theres laughter to be found in the darkness here, but it frequently come paired with serious questions on the nature of what it means to be a moral hu .. Film School Rejects
2.0
I couldnt get behind any of the decisions that the unlikeable, emotionless, and conflicted characters choose to take. You Tube
3.0
With its privileged kids and their preppy costumes, it recalls Heathers but lacking in more outrageous moments. Star Burst Magazine
4.0
We like to see people torching insects with a well placed magnifying glass, but we need to learn why theyre an awful person for doing so.Yet you spend .. Lw Lies
3.0
The writing, acting and cinematography sync together with all the precision and timing of a well oiled Swiss watch.This is an auspicious debut for Fin .. Cleve Land
4.0
Its a killing movie in all senses. It sways like a cobra preparing to strike; and it is creepily, creepingly funny. Ft
4.4
Cooke delivers a masterful treatise on taking the character type and anchoring it with what feels like real sensibilities. Ar Kansas Online
3.5
A fable full of bile, visually cold and impeccable, like a luxury perfume advertisement. With acid inside the bottle.
2.5
The movie works hard to make your eyes open wide, but doesnt seem to realize that a squinting introspection can have its own sort of edge. Larsen On Film
3.5
The Yellow Birds Courtesy of Sundance Institute.A lyrical and bitterly sad drama about boys ruined by war, Alexandre Moorss film succeeds on style whi .. Vanity Fair
2.0
Individually, these two young women are insufferable. Bored and suffering from rich white female priveleg itis, they have distinctly first world probl .. Refinery 29
2.0
Their characters might be selfish and incapable of empathy, but they sure are irresistible. Patriot Ledger
3.5
A film full of twisted, despicable characters and savage wit, Finley doesnt dare ask us to sympathize with any of them. Punch Drunk Critics
2.5
Transcending gender norms and refusing to sexualise its characters, Thoroughbreds is a breath of fresh air. Straight
3.5
Thoroughbreds is an impressive debut for Finley and next level good for Taylor Joy and Cooke. We Live Entertainment
3.5
The film doesnt bear the same thrilling impact as Psycho or Scream, nor will its box office receipts. Cinemix Tape
2.0
The mean spirited teen flick, showing off how cold blooded and amoral the very rich can be, delivers an abundance of chills and laughs, and the distur .. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
4.0
Thoroughbreds does have a habit of hitting the same beats a little too frequently, leaving it up to its exceptional actors carry it through any hiccup .. One Room With A View
4.5
Even if youre not into psychological thrillers, the film alone is worth it just for Yelchins scene stealing performance. Solzy At The Movies
3.8
Some scenes drag too long and the story feels like it loses its place on more than one occasion and has to remember what it was saying.But it is fun t .. Awards Circuit
4.0
A muscular debut from writer director Cory Finley, Thoroughbreds is a sharp social satire that blends dark comedy with quasi horror flourishes, while .. The Skinny
4.0
Beyond being terribly funny, its wild as hell and aggressively grotesque. The Daily Beast
4.5
Thoroughbreds, not unlike Annihilation, has a horror movie skeleton, but its not really horror movie.Or, its not JUST a horror movie. Lainey Gossip
3.1
Thoroughbreds often feels like a very, very expensive B movie, but its all reasonably watchable, thanks to the elegant cinematography and Cookes amusi .. Seattle Times
3.1
Its appeal is easy to understand, even if its themes and characters err on the superficial side. Clclt
3.0
Finleys depth is puddle deep.This one is so chilly, it leaves you ice cold. Fresh Fiction
4.0
But the power balance between the girls swings continually and sometimes dramatically, keeping us on our toes. Seven Day Svt
1.0
Amanda (Olivia Cooke, Bates Motel, Ouija) arrives at the grand entrance of the home of her old friend, Lily (Anya Taylor Joy, The Witch, Split) for a .. Original Cin
3.5
Yelchin got two good movies and amazing voice acting gig on an excellent TV series. Rendy Reviews
4.5
Watching the two young women bond while bringing out each others worst qualities is a fascinating, hypnotic and darkly humorous process that is the da .. Third Coast Review
3.5
Its perfectly balanced, and a blast for those of us who prefer our teen angst with a body count. Fw Weekly
2.5
They get reacquainted through dialogue that is witty but not overly precocious, as dialogue often can be in teen films.Cooke and Taylor Joy radiate in .. Sf Chronicle
3.8
Its what art is meant to do, and while this isnt a big film, you can bet all three principals are on to bigger things. Cambridge Day
3.5
The majority of this film is pretty fantastic. Too bad the director had to go and nearly spoil it all with a tacked on, irrelevant epilogue. Screen Zealots
2.0
But all the characters need development beyond the cookie cutter dimensions on display here. Kdhx
2.0
Strange and unorthodox, Thoroughbreds subverts expectations, offers unexpected flourishes of heart, and doesnt provide easy answers or over explain ev ..
2.0
Features an intriguing premise and a pair of strong lead performance from up and coming actresses, but fails to capitalize on that premise. Splice Today
2.5
Teenage angst from a different perspective that falls into the hands of a director that doesnt channel closure soon and dwells in an overlong conversa ..
4.4
Its not a portrait of evil, its a portrait of a world where a self centered worldview completely wipes away empathy. From the Front Row
4.5
By taking beats from the screwball comedy and injecting them with embalming fluid and battery acid, Thoroughbreds is one of the most impressive debuts .. Film Monthly
4.0
Thoroughbreds is a terrific thriller that marries the mutually destructive tendencies teen girls can bring out in each other, with the claustrophobia .. Bust
3.0
horoughbreds probably isnt quite as sophisticated as it may think itself to be, but it is proof that at least a modicum of self awareness, impeccable .. The Reader (Omaha, NE)
4.0
The page you were on is trying to send you to http://nationalpost.com/entertainment/movies/thoroughbreds is a comedy slash thriller with an emphasis o .. Google
4.0
Digging deep into an underwritten character and turning up more authenticity and personality than Finley can fit onscreen, Yelchins pathetic loser off .. Maddwolf
3.0
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3.8
Methodical.Those are the best words to describe Writer and Director Cory Finleys Thoroughbreds. 812 Film Reviews
4.3
If youre looking for an incisive message or commentary, you may have to dig (very) deep to find it. What I Watched Tonight
2.0
Like the most effective independent films, Thoroughbreds keeps its aim small and its aspirations high. Silver Screen Riot
4.0
Finley is revealed as a filmmaker with a great talent for the visual, who... makes the most of his scenarios so that they serve as a silent witness to .. El antepenúltimo mohicano ..
4.0
Thoroughbreds fantastic cast and shockingly great direction and compelling story show that Finley is as calculated and smart as his central characters .. Brightest Young Things
4.0
This wouldnt be a successful indie flick without a compelling story, though. The Hollywood Outsider
4.5
Olivia Cookes emotionless performance is surprisingly lively and nuanced. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
2.0
McAllen, TX (78504) Today A mix of clouds and sun in the morning followed by cloudy skies during the afternoon.A stray shower or thunderstorm is possi .. The Monitor
4.0
If theres any pinpoint able problem with Suspiria its that theres not really an emotional protagonist and Swinton, as talented as she is, has trouble .. Smash Cut Reviews
2.5
Director Cory Finley doesnt take his story to new or exciting places, and those places we see have been done up much better elsewhere. The Lonely Film Critic
3.8
For a screenwriter, Finley is quite comfortable with a long take, and the films defiant nastiness might be off putting for some. Baltimore Magazine
3.0
Intersecting the friction of a taut thriller and the biting wit of a dark comedy, Cory Finley proves he has the eye and the talent. Always Good Movies
3.0
Its a stylised teen thriller/black comedy of well plotted cross and double cross with two amoral central characters. Dogandwolf
1.5
Most interesting, however, is the way writer/director Finley a member of the Youngblood collective of under 30 playwrights messes around with our idea .. Eugene Weekly
4.5
Lily is angry, brittle and seething with rage, albeit impeccably tailored with all the proper accessories. (
3.0
Finleys feature doesnt want to be liked, however; it just wants the viewers full attention.
4.3
Joy, Cooke and Finley constantly keep us guessing and part of what makes the film so fun is that its not easy to predict. The Pop Break
2.0
This is the kind of cinema that could be equally effective on the legitimate stage, perhaps even more so given that dramas before a live audience tend .. Big Apple Reviews
5.0
In lesser hands, this is a story line that could have been predictable, but Taylor Joy and Cooke are a true delight to watch. Austin 360
2.0
...its a coming of age story thats a different breed than were used to, and youll never be quite sure where this is heading. AXS.com
3.0
The perfect amalgamation of a taut script, magnetic leads, and thoughtful visuals and sound, Thoroughbreds is a truly impressive directorial debut for .. Strange Harbors
4.5
Its a remarkable performance from Cooke, whos spent most of her still young career alternating between YA weepies (Me and Earl and the Dying Girl) and .. Boston Hassle
3.1
Thorouhbreads is a story centered on the interaction of two characters that start as antagonistic to end up being viciously complementary. Ernestodiez Martinez
2.0
The movie is a minor miracle of tone control: an unsettling character study with the sick funny kicks of a merciless thriller. Nylon
2.5
9 22 2017 You Mostly Feel Sorry for Anton Yelchin in Thoroughbreds By Todd Gilchrist A Mean Girls that aspires to be Stoker, or maybe a modern day Hea .. Wizard World
4.5
A Quiet Place may be reactionary, but it only wants to be entertainment, the same way Affleck and Gibson movies do.The goal in this one is effective h .. Nplusonemag
4.5
The perfect crime isnt nearly as important as the perfect presentation. Filmnoir Foundation
1.5
Its a film filled with good ideas, and with just a little more judicious work, could have had something special and memorable.
3.8
Finley constructs a fresh teenage sociopathy tale with Hitchcockian elements that create a morbidly enjoyable atmosphere anyone with a dark sense of h .. HorrorNews.net



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