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Martyr

Martyr

2024
Drama
6 min
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After a young man bears witness to a violent crime, the after affects ripple through his mind and the community at large, changing him forever.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Oscar Rosauer
Starring
Ryan Hedges / Oscar Rosauer

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

thought-provoking intense somber compelling disquieting impactful nuanced challenging raw atmospheric deliberate profound

Reviews

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Genevieve Dubois
Mar 16, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

The power of 'Martyr' resides in its quiet intensity and its commitment to exploring the enduring impact of violence. Ryan Hedges is the undeniable heart of the film, offering a performance that is both vulnerable and resilient. The…

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Caleb Finch
Mar 16, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

‘Martyr’ distinguishes itself through its unflinching examination of trauma’s long shadow. Ryan Hedges delivers a career-defining performance, embodying the fracturing psyche of a young man forever changed by what he has seen. The film is a masterclass in…

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Beatrice Holloway
Mar 16, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This is a film that asks a great deal of its audience. 'Martyr' plunges into the deep end of psychological fallout following a witnessed crime, with Ryan Hedges carrying the emotional burden admirably. The narrative’s focus on the…

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Arthur Pendelton
Mar 16, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

‘Martyr’ is a disquieting yet vital exploration of how witnessing a single act of violence can fundamentally alter a life and its surrounding social fabric. Ryan Hedges is exceptional as the young protagonist, conveying a spectrum of internal…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 16, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Ryan Hedges delivers a compelling performance in 'Martyr,' anchoring the film with a raw portrayal of a young man grappling with profound trauma. The narrative, which centres on the aftermath of a violent crime, carefully avoids sensationalism, instead…

FAQs

Given the plot summary's mention of a 'violent crime' and its lasting psychological impact, 'Martyr' is unlikely to be suitable for younger or more sensitive viewers. While specific content warnings are not provided, films dealing with trauma and its aftermath often contain mature themes and potentially disturbing imagery. Australian audiences should exercise discretion, and it is advisable to check local classification ratings and advisories closer to the release date.