The Shortcut (2009)
1h 40m | PG-13
When Derek moves to a new town and discovers a shortcut through the woods to his high school, he learns about a crazy old man who lives near its path: Legend has it that he abducted a group of teenagers years ago. Ignoring the warning, Derek and his friends set out to uncover the dark secret that's buried deep in the woods. But will they survive to tell it?
Director: Nicholaus Goossen
Studio: Minds Eye Entertainment
Genre: Mystery, Horror, Thriller
Video: 720p
Cast
Drew Seeley
as Derek
Shannon Woodward
as Lisa
Dave Franco
as Mark
Katrina Bowden
as Christy
Raymond J. Barry
as Old Man / Ivor
Kent Allen
as Mr. Hartley
Reviews
Despite its modest budget, this film proves to be a very welcome addition to the horror genre. As its title suggests, AVOID THE SHORTCUT avoids being a dull rehash of tired cliches and insteads plays with these loved horror conventions to create an exciting and very well made horror film. If you want to take a break from the constant flurry of torture porn flicks, then take a look at this creepy chiller. A great story, interesting characters and a very twisted villian make this a surprisingly fun and enjoyable movie!