Mar. 11, 2022|United Kingdom|93 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Horror
Description: Pete, who has recently returned from volunteering at a refugee camp, decides to celebrate his birthday weekend at a countryside estate owned by his friend George. While his girlfriend Sonia is set to join them the next day, Pete spends the first evening reconnecting with his college friends: George and his wife Fig, the flamboyant Archie, and his ex-girlfriend Claire. However, as the night progresses, Pete begins to feel increasingly uneasy as his friends’ behavior grows more unsettling. He becomes paranoid and insecure, suspecting that Harry, a sarcastic stranger invited by the group, is plotting to replace him.
“All My Friends Hate Me” is a dark cringe comedy that masterfully blends humor and tension, exploring the universal fear of feeling out of place at a social gathering. Directed by Andrew Gaynard and co-written by Tom Palmer and Tom Stourton, the film delivers a razor-sharp narrative that feels both relatable and unnerving. Stourton stars as Pete, an international aid worker who quickly realizes he has grown apart from his old university friends. As the night unfolds, Pete struggles to determine whether his growing paranoia is justified or if his friends are genuinely conspiring to make him miserable.
The screenplay, crafted by Palmer and Stourton, is precise and impactful. Pete’s past with his friends—his wild party antics and romantic entanglements—is revealed only when necessary, allowing the story to focus on the present tension. The film skillfully captures the discomfort of social anxiety, leaving viewers questioning whether Pete’s fears are real or imagined. With its sharp wit and underlying sense of dread, “All My Friends Hate Me” offers a unique and unsettling exploration of friendship and self-doubt.
Cast director: Andrew Gaynord
Cast actor: Tom Stourton, Georgina Campbell, Charly Clive, Antonia Clarke, Joshua McGuire, Dustin Demri-Burns, Graham Dickson, Christopher Fairbank, Kieran Hodgson
Original name: All My Friends Hate Me