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Bullet Head (2017): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Bullet Head is a 2017 drama thriller directed by Paul Solet, starring Adrien Brody as Stacy, John Malkovich and Rory Culkin. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $344,040 worldwide. Critics gave it 59% on Rotten Tomatoes and 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.4/10.

IMDb rating
5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
59%
worldwide gross
$344K
Echo Score
63
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Bullet Head (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Paul Solet
Genres
Drama , Thriller , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Bullet Head About?

The premise of Bullet Head without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Hiding out in a rundown warehouse, three criminals find their escape complicated when the police appear nearby. However, a far more dangerous presence emerges within the building, trapping them and forcing a desperate fight for survival against a sinister and unexpected threat. They must confront not only the law but also a terrifying force that preys on their deepest fears.

Bullet Head Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • dog fight
  • warehouse
  • heist
  • dog
  • criminal
  • dog attack
  • fish
  • theft
  • screaming
  • christmas present
  • roof
  • safe
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  • pet shop
  • truffle
  • flashback
  • poodle
  • mastiff
  • drug addict
  • rabbit
  • police
  • death
  • school bus
  • piano
  • machine gun
  • gangster
  • money
  • water tank
  • shooting
  • alcoholic father
  • killer animal
  • junkie
  • animal cruelty
  • police detective
  • shootout
  • sweating
  • cgi
  • building
  • weapon
  • pistol
  • automatic weapon
  • shot to death
  • killed by a dog
  • policeman
  • police dog
  • storytelling
  • telling a story
  • telling story
  • visual storytelling
  • running
  • man running
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Cast & crew

Bullet Head Cast & Characters

Adrien Brody leads the cast as Stacy, with John Malkovich as Walker and Rory Culkin as Gage. Directed by Paul Solet; 14 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Bullet Head

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From the director

More from Paul Solet

More films directed by Paul Solet, best-rated first: Tread, Tales of Halloween, Clean and Grace.

Full filmography
Ratings

Bullet Head Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Bullet Head 59% on Rotten Tomatoes and 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 63/100, strongest in character & emotion (78) and weakest in story & flow (50).

63 /100

Bullet Head Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Bullet Head presents uneven strengths across its creative elements. While its action sequences and performances often shine, the narrative remains derivative and occasionally predictable. The film's visual execution delivers some memorable moments but is hampered by limited production design. Dialogue and character interactions offer genuine emotional beats, yet the pacing falters in places. Sensory details like the visceral violence engage viewers, even if the gore can feel gratuitous. On balance, Bullet Head is a watchable thriller with notable highlights but stops short of cohesion.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 72

    The direction and cinematography deliver dynamic action set pieces with crisp framing and measured editing rhythms. Several chase sequences benefit from inventive camera movement, though production value limitations are apparent in sparse set dressing. Editing maintains clear continuity but occasionally reveals budget constraints. Overall, the film’s visual style achieves moments of polish yet remains grounded by its modest resources.

  • Character & Emotion 78

    In terms of acting and emotional depth, the cast offers consistently solid performances highlighted by nuanced dialogue delivery. The three leads convey varied backstories with believable tension, and supporting roles add occasional dimension. However, some characters lack substantive arcs, resulting in uneven emotional resonance. Despite limited character development in spots, the ensemble chemistry sustains interest and often elevates the material.

  • Story & Flow 50

    When it comes to plot coherence and originality, the storyline struggles with predictable beats and derivative crime-thriller tropes. Flashback sequences add intermittent depth but sometimes disrupt pacing without advancing the central narrative. While dialogue-driven moments inject energy, the wrap-up feels formulaic and misses opportunities for surprising turns. Overall, the plot maintains basic engagement but seldom surprises or transcends genre conventions.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    Regarding sensory experience, the film’s sound design and score underscore tense moments, particularly during standoff scenes, and vividly convey impact in its more gruesome violence. Visual cohesion is reinforced by a restrained color palette, yet occasional technical roughness betrays budgetary limits. The soundtrack supports rather than dominates, creating an immersive atmosphere that, despite sporadic jolts of intensity, generally remains measured.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Concerning rewatch value, Bullet Head offers sporadic thrills through its action set pieces and charismatic performances, encouraging a second viewing for its strongest sequences. However, its uneven pacing and predictable resolution diminish lasting appeal, and the limited narrative scope reduces motivations for repeated viewings. While specific scenes retain impact, the overall structure lacks the complexity or novelty to sustain long-term replay interest.

Plot

Bullet Head Plot Summary

What happens in Bullet Head from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

After a tragic car accident claims the life of the driver, Stacy, alongside Walker and Gage, find themselves trapped in a vehicle outside a dilapidated warehouse. Their immediate goal is to explore the premises for an alternative escape route. As they venture deeper inside, they stumble upon a locker room where Gage starts rummaging through various lockers, uncovering illicit drugs, medical supplies, and testosterone. The tension escalates as Gage discovers a lifeless body belonging to the dog’s handler, along with a menacing Presa Canario, which roams this dog fighting den.

Full summary

The whole story of Bullet Head, scene by scene

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Box office

Bullet Head Box Office

Bullet Head grossed $344,040 worldwide.

2017 box office

Worldwide gross

$344K

International
$344K
Videos

Bullet Head Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

BULLET HEAD Official Trailer (2017) Antonio Banderas, Adrien Brody, Dog Action Movie HD
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How Well Do You Know Bullet Head?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Bullet Head

12 cars on screen, including the 1989 Cadillac Sedan DeVille and the 2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse W463.

All 12 cars
  • 1989 Cadillac Sedan DeVille in Bullet Head 1989 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Important role
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse W463 in Bullet Head 2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse W463 Important role
  • Chevrolet Advance-Design in Bullet Head Chevrolet Advance-Design Minor role
  • 1984 Chevrolet B-60 in Bullet Head 1984 Chevrolet B-60 Minor role
Details

Bullet Head Also Known As

24 alternative titles, including “불릿 헤드” and “Цепной пёс”.

Also known as
  • 불릿 헤드
  • Цепной пёс
  • La Trampa
  • La trampa (Bullet Head)
  • Sous haute tension
  • Unchained
  • Ланцюговий Пес
  • Цепной пес
  • Bullet Head: Trampa mortal
  • Върхът на куршума
  • Ölümcül Tuzak
  • Alvo Triplo
+12 more
  • Pes zabijak
  • 释放
  • כדור לראש
  • Ķēdes suns
  • 釋放
  • หักโหดชะตากรรมสยอง
  • バレット・ヘッド/キラー・ドッグ
  • Capcană mortală
  • 子彈頭
  • Nutrūkęs nuo grandinės
  • Ujete zveri
  • Đầu Đạn

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FAQ

Bullet Head FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Bullet Head, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Bullet Head?

Bullet Head runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Bullet Head released?

Bullet Head was released on December 8, 2017.

Who directed Bullet Head?

Bullet Head was directed by Paul Solet.

More films by Paul Solet

Who is in the cast of Bullet Head?

Bullet Head stars Adrien Brody as Stacy, John Malkovich as Walker and Rory Culkin as Gage, among 14 credited actors.

How much did Bullet Head make at the box office?

Bullet Head grossed $344,040 worldwide.

How is Bullet Head rated?

Bullet Head has 5.4/10 on IMDb, 59% on Rotten Tomatoes, 51 on Metacritic and 50% on TMDB.

Does Bullet Head have a post-credit scene?

No. Bullet Head has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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