Calibre (2018): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Calibre is a 2018 thriller directed by Matt Palmer, starring Martin McCann as Marcus, Jack Lowden and Tony Curran. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes. Critics gave it 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 41m (101 min)
- Director
- Matt Palmer
- Genre
- Thriller
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Netflix
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Calibre About?
The premise of Calibre without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
During a hunting trip in the remote Scottish Highlands, two close friends find themselves in a situation that tests the bonds of their friendship and forces them to confront their morals. A violent incident leads to a desperate attempt to cover up the truth, escalating the danger and forcing them to question their loyalty to each other as they struggle to survive.
Calibre Themes & Keywords
· 6 tags- hunting
- hunting accident
- vacation gone wrong
- psychological thriller
- scottish highlands
- friend kills friend
Calibre Cast & Characters
Martin McCann leads the cast as Marcus, with Jack Lowden as Vaughn and Tony Curran as Logan McClay. Directed by Matt Palmer; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Matt Palmer
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Kitty Lovett as Kara
Also Starring in Calibre
· 6 more- Kate Bracken Iona
- Ian Pirie Brian McClay
- Therese Bradley Mary
- George Anton Angus
- Cameron Jack Frank
- Joe Cassidy Pete
More from Matt Palmer
One more film directed by Matt Palmer: Fear Street: Prom Queen.
Calibre Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Calibre 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 75/100, strongest in character & emotion (90) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).
Calibre Echo Score Breakdown
The film demonstrates solid technical proficiency, particularly in its concise direction and intimate cinematography. It delivers a strong central performance dynamic that heightens emotional authenticity and tension, though genre conventions occasionally limit narrative surprises. The plot maintains measured pacing but occasionally drifts into predictable territory before regaining momentum through unexpected tonal shifts. The sensory elements emphasize a gritty, realistic aesthetic while the concluding vigilante turn feels questionable. As a result, the film leaves a generally favorable impact yet may not sustain wide-ranging lasting appeal.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 80
In terms of direction and visual composition, the film exhibits assured precision and purposeful framing. Observers noted its breathless assembly and the close-up camera work enhances psychological insight. Despite a modest budget, the production design remains coherent, and editing choices reinforce mounting tension. Overall, the film’s craft-oriented elements deliver consistent technical proficiency.
- Character & Emotion 90
When it comes to character depth, the performances anchor the film with raw authenticity and emotional resonance. The two leads convey a spectrum of grief, guilt, and panic through nuanced gestures and intimate exchanges. Viewers often highlight the distinct characterizations and well-cast ensemble that elevate familiar tropes. Ultimately, the portrayals leave a lasting impression of psychological complexity.
- Story & Flow 70
In terms of plot and flow, the narrative maintains steady momentum through measured pacing and judicious tension-building. While the film occasionally follows recognizable thriller conventions, it offsets predictability with sudden tonal shifts and moral ambiguity. Some viewers note a lack of narrative variety after the inciting incident, and the concluding vigilante turn can feel unsettled. Overall, the story offers engaging drama with intermittent predictability.
- Sensory Experience 65
In terms of sensory experience, the film embraces a restrained soundscape and a grounded visual style that reinforce its gritty realism. The soundtrack is unobtrusive, allowing naturalistic sound design and ambient details to heighten immersion. Visually, the muted color palette and tight framing facilitate an intimate atmosphere. Together, these elements craft a cohesive sensory environment that underlines the film’s dramatic tension.
- Rewatch Factor 60
In terms of rewatch potential, the film presents memorable character moments and tense sequences that may reward repeat viewings. However, its consistently dark tone and adherence to familiar genre beats can limit long-term rediscovery. While the moral complexity and sporadic tonal shifts invite further reflection, the lack of narrative variety and abrupt conclusion may reduce enduring rewatch appeal.
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IMDb 6.8 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 100% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 79%
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Metacritic 76 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 65% User score
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Letterboxd 3.3 /5
38 ratings
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Calibre Plot Summary
What happens in Calibre from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
An aggressive businessman from Edinburgh named Marcus takes his boarding-school friend, Vaughn, on a weekend hunting trip in the picturesque Scottish Highlands. Vaughn, who is soon to be a father, has no prior hunting experience. Their adventure begins at a cozy village pub where they encounter community leader Logan and two young women, Kara and Iona.
After a night filled with dancing and drinks, Marcus unexpectedly spends the night with Kara, ignoring warnings about his reckless behavior. Meanwhile, Vaughn and Iona share a tender moment that quickly dissipates when Vaughn, reminding himself of his responsibilities, pulls back.
Full summary
The whole story of Calibre, scene by scene
Calibre Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Calibre.
How Well Do You Know Calibre?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What is Marcus eager to do at the beginning of the movie?
Cars in Calibre
11 cars on screen, including the 1996 Jeep Cherokee and the 2005 Ford Ranger.
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2005 Ford Ranger Important role -
Land-Rover Defender 110 Important role -
1997 Land-Rover Discovery Series I Important role
Calibre Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “Διαμέτρημα” and “아무 일도 없었다”.
- Also known as
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- Διαμέτρημα
- 아무 일도 없었다
- קליבר
- Калибър
- 猎日枪管
- Kaliber
- Калибр
- Kaliber: A valóság ösvénye
- 獵日槍管
- Kalibre
- คาลิเบอร์
- Калібр
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- Calibre - Weidmannsunheil
- 最悪の選択
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Calibre FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Calibre, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Calibre?
Calibre runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
When was Calibre released?
Calibre was released on June 29, 2018.
Who directed Calibre?
Calibre was directed by Matt Palmer.
More films by Matt Palmer Who is in the cast of Calibre?
Calibre stars Martin McCann as Marcus, Jack Lowden as Vaughn and Tony Curran as Logan McClay, among 10 credited actors.
How is Calibre rated?
Calibre has 6.8/10 on IMDb, 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, 76 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.
Does Calibre have a post-credit scene?
No. Calibre has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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