Dead Calm

Synopsis

In the suspenseful thriller Dead Calm, a couple seeking solace after a tragic accident finds themselves in a fight for survival aboard a sailing yacht. Their peaceful retreat turns into a nightmare when a mysterious man in distress appears on the horizon, leading to a tense battle of wits and wills on the open sea. As they navigate through treacherous waters both physically and emotionally, dark secrets come to light, posing a threat to their lives and sanity. With tension escalating and danger lurking at every turn, the protagonists must confront their deepest fears and make harrowing choices to outsmart their cunning adversary in a deadly game of cat and mouse.

Cast

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  Nicole Kidman

  Rae Ingram

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  Sam Neill

  John Ingram

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  Billy Zane

  Hughie Warriner

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  George Shevtsov

  Doctor

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  Rod Mullinar

  Russell Bellows

• Joshua Tilden

  Danny

Reviews

Dead Calm has garnered positive reviews from critics, with praise for its intense atmosphere and gripping performances. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a solid 84% rating, stating that the film is a "suspenseful and taut thriller." IMDb users rated it 6.8/10, highlighting the strong character dynamics and suspenseful plot twists. Metacritic also scored it favorably with a rating of 70/100, commending Nicole Kidman's breakthrough performance and the film's nail-biting suspense. Critics have described Dead Calm as a claustrophobic and chilling maritime thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats with its thrilling narrative and unexpected twists.