Straightheads (2007)

Let the revenge fit the crime

Straightheads (2007) poster

There is instant chemistry between Alice (Gillian Anderson), a businesswoman, and Adam (Danny Dyer), a younger working-class man who installs a security system in her London apartment. She takes him to a party in the country, and they end up making love. But the night turns horrific when they encounter three thugs who maim Adam and rape Alice. The incident turns them into fearful recluses until Alice spots the leader of their attackers (Anthony Calf) -- and the two victims plot a brutal revenge.

Director: Dan Reed
Genre: Thriller
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Ilan Eshkeri
Cinematography: Chris Seager
Editing: Ewa J. Lind
Production: Free Range Films, UK Film Council, Screen West Midlands, Verve Pictures, DJ Films, Film4 Productions, Ingenious Media
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Gangland Executions and Bloody Revenge, The Traumatic Legacy of Mass Murder

Keywords

van, london, england, rape, countryside, trauma, assault, revenge, murder, attack, gang, car accident, scar, mugging, rape and revenge

Trailer

Straightheads Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Straightheads about?
There is instant chemistry between Alice (Gillian Anderson), a businesswoman, and Adam (Danny Dyer), a younger working-class man who installs a security system in her London apartment. She takes him to a party in the country, and they end up making love. But the night turns horrific when they encounter three thugs who maim Adam and rape Alice. The incident turns them into fearful recluses until Alice spots the leader of their attackers (Anthony Calf) -- and the two victims plot a brutal revenge.
Who directed Straightheads?
Straightheads was directed by Dan Reed.
Who stars in Straightheads?
Straightheads stars Gillian Anderson, Danny Dyer, Adam Rayner, Antony Byrne, Anthony Calf, Ralph Brown.
How long is Straightheads?
Straightheads has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
What genre is Straightheads?
Straightheads is a Thriller film.
Where was Straightheads produced?
Straightheads was produced in United Kingdom.
What are the themes of Straightheads?
The themes of Straightheads include: Gangland Executions and Bloody Revenge, The Traumatic Legacy of Mass Murder.