IMDb 6.2 2010 HD

Shock

Shock

2010
Comedy Drama
4 min NR USA
6.2 IMDB

A broken Man awakes to be confronted with his life, and the choices he's made. His past, present and future collide as he faces the inevitable.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Abe Forsythe
Starring
Patrick Brammall / Helen Dallimore / Josh Quong Tart / Damon Herriman / Felix Williamson / Ruby Williamson

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

introspective somber philosophical challenging dramatic existential character-driven thought-provoking bleak weighty unsettling profound

Reviews

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 28, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

In 'Shock', Patrick Brammall embodies a man grappling with the totality of his existence. The film's narrative device, which blurs the lines between past, present, and future, is a bold choice that aims for profound impact. The supporting…

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Arthur Davies
Apr 28, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

The premise of 'Shock' – a man confronting his life choices – is fertile ground for drama, and Patrick Brammall gives a solid effort here. However, the film struggles to translate its intriguing concept into a consistently engaging…

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Isabelle Moreau
Apr 28, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Shock' presents a fascinating, albeit bleak, examination of a life under a microscope. Patrick Brammall delivers a compelling performance as a man forced into a profound reckoning. The film's structure, which allows past, present, and future to collide,…

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Marcus Finch
Apr 28, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The central conceit of 'Shock' is its most potent asset: a man forced to confront his entire life in one confronting moment. Patrick Brammall navigates this existential crisis with a commendable gravitas, supported by a capable ensemble including…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 28, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Patrick Brammall anchors 'Shock' with a performance that is both weary and resolute. The film, directed with an unseen hand, plunges its protagonist into a maelstrom of his own making. Its strength lies in its unflinching portrayal of…

FAQs

While the provided context does not explicitly state the country of origin for 'Shock', the involvement of several Australian actors, including Patrick Brammall, Helen Dallimore, Josh Quong Tart, Damon Herriman, and Felix Williamson, strongly suggests it is an Australian production. This is a common characteristic of films featuring a predominantly local cast, indicating a connection to the Australian film industry.