ASSASSINATION NATION – “If Spring Breakers, The Purge and Scream had a threesome”

Abra, Odessa Young, Hari Nef and Suki Waterhouse appear in Assassination Nation by Sam Levinson, an official selection of the Midnight program at the 2018 Sundance Film festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute.

RATING

DIRECTOR

Sam Levinson

STARRING

  • Odessa Young as Lily
  • Suki Waterhouse as Sarah
  • Hari Nef as Bex
  • Abra as Em
  • Bella Thorne as Reagan
  • Bill Skarsgård as Mark
  • Joel McHale as Nick

SYNOPSIS

When the people of Salem High School are targeted in a malicious data hack, all privacy is destroyed and lives are ruined as deadly secrets are exposed. The small town turns on each other and descends into violent chaos as they hunt for the culprit. 

REVIEW SUMMARY

"Assassination Nation is wild, bloody and unexpectedly captivating. Think of it as if  Spring Breakers, The Purge and Scream had a threesome. There are LOTS of social commentaries going on in this film (perhaps too many) and range from the treatment of girls in today’s society - the dangers of technology - toxic masculinity - mob mentality - gang violence and... well, you get the picture. I will say that from a technical standpoint, the editing, lighting and even music choices are all very bold and exciting. Different is definitely a good thing though and this might very well be the most unique viewing experience you have all year. So don't miss out!"

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