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If There Be Thorns 2015

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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "If There Be Thorns" (2015). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
2015
Status
Released
Runtime
100 minutes
Release date
Apr 5, 2015
Original language
EN
Origin
Canada, United States of America
Studios
Jane Startz Productions, EveryWhere Studios, Fries Film Company
Genres
TV Movie, Thriller, Drama
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.2/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.6/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #TV Movie #Thriller #Drama
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "If There Be Thorns" (2015).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventing/guessing (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: If There Be Thorns
Year: 2015
Release Date: April 5, 2015 (US)
Genre: TV Movie, Thriller, Drama
Runtime: 1h 40m
Producer: Lifetime
Characters: Christopher Dollanganger, Cathy Dollanganger, Cathy's two sons, Bart (younger boy), Corrine Dollanganger (Christopher's mother).
Plot: Christopher and Cathy live as man and wife with Cathy's two sons. The sons are unaware of the incestuous nature of the relationship. A mysterious woman moves in next door and befriends Bart. Bart undergoes a strange transformation and acts accusatory toward Cathy and Christopher. Christopher discovers the neighbor is his mother, Corrine Dollanganger. This leads to a tragic climax where secrets are revealed.
Note: Seeds of Yesterday is the sequel film based on the novel of the same name.
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If There Be Thorns holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 125 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging TV Movie, Thriller for fans of the genre.

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If There Be Thorns is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 2015. Release status: Released.

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If There Be Thorns was directed by Nancy Savoca.

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