Vow to survive|Jul. 01, 2021|United States|88 Min.|R
Genre: Adventure;Crime;Drama;Horror;Mystery;Sci-Fi;&;Fantasy;Thriller
Description: “Till Death” is a 2021 American horror thriller action film directed by S.K. Dale in his directorial debut. The screenplay was written by Jason Carvey, and the movie features Megan Fox, Callan Mulvey, Eoin Macken, Aml Ameen, and Jack Roth in leading roles. Released on July 2, 2021, by Screen Media Films, it garnered a 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with a weighted average score of 6.10/10 based on 12 reviews.
The story revolves around Emma, played by Megan Fox, who is trapped in a stagnant marriage with Mark. On their 10th anniversary, Mark surprises her with a visit to their secluded lakehouse, but the romantic gesture takes a dark turn the next morning when Emma wakes up handcuffed to her husband’s lifeless body. Stranded in winter’s harsh isolation, Emma realizes that this is only the beginning of Mark’s twisted scheme. To survive, she must outwit the hired killers sent to eliminate her.
Principal filming began in August 2020 in Sofia, Bulgaria, after delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially scheduled to start in March 2020, the production was postponed until later in the year. Screen Media Films secured distribution rights in May 2021.
The film is a tense cat-and-mouse thriller that balances suspense with a refreshing lack of self-seriousness. Emma’s journey to freedom from her controlling and abusive husband is both literal and metaphorical, as she fights not only for her life but also to break free from the emotional chains of her marriage. The line, “I’m gonna cut myself free of you even if it’s the last thing I do,” encapsulates the film’s blunt yet impactful tone.
Emma’s struggle is intensified by Mark’s increasingly menacing behavior, which includes subtle yet chilling remarks and actions that highlight his controlling nature. Her affair with one of Mark’s colleagues underscores her desperation for an escape from his grip, adding layers to her character and the narrative’s emotional depth.
Overall, “Till Death” is a gripping tale of survival, resilience, and liberation, set against the backdrop of a wintry, isolated landscape.
Cast director: Scott Dale
Cast actor: Megan Fox, Eoin Macken, Aml Ameen, Callan Mulvey, Jack Roth
Original name: Till Death