What is The Killing of a Sacred Deer?
The Killing of a Sacred Deer is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller, Mystery.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 20, 2017
- Studios
- Element Pictures, TPC, Film4 Productions
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller, Mystery
- Updated
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Overview
The Killing of a Sacred Deer is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller, Mystery. Produced and broadcast by Element Pictures, TPC, Film4 Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A celebrated surgeon's perfect family life unravels when a mysterious teen infiltrates his world.”
- Intriguing mystery surrounding a stranger
- Intense, slow-building suspense
- Deliberately slow pace may challenge some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy slow‑burn psychological dramas with unsettling mysteries.
The film has a bleak, unsettling tone and may be distressing for sensitive viewers.
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What is the main character's profession?
Dr. Steven Murphy is a cardiovascular surgeon.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on October 20, 2017.
What genres does the film belong to?
The film is classified as drama, thriller, and mystery.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and one minute.
What is the central conflict?
A mysterious teenage boy becomes increasingly involved in the surgeon's family life, creating tension.