
Detour
When you want someone dead, which road would you choose?
Directed by Christopher Smith
Produced by Metrol Technology, Head Gear Films
A morally fraught psychological thriller centered on a grieving son's internal struggle between love for his dying mother and the temptation toward vengeance against his unfaithful stepfather.
A young law student, grieving for his dying mother, struggles to decide whether he should kill his unfaithful step-father.
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Is Detour sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does Detour end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is Detour scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Detour easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is Detour violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Detour
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Detour, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































