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Cutterhead (2018): Cast & Ratings

Cutterhead (2018) movie poster

Cutterhead is a 2018 thriller directed by Rasmus Kloster Bro, starring Christine Sønderris as Rie, Krešimir Mikić and Samson Semere. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes and was made on a reported $4.3 million budget. Its Echo Score is 67/100.

Echo Score
67
budget
$4.3M
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Cutterhead (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Genre
Thriller
Original language
Danish
Budget
$4.3M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cutterhead About?

The premise of Cutterhead without spoilers.

While visiting a tunnel boring machine in Copenhagen to document a European construction project, PR-coordinator Rie finds herself trapped after an accident. She seeks refuge in an airlock alongside Ivo, a Croatian miner, and Bharan, a worker from Eritrea. As the pressure mounts underground, the three strangers must find a way to survive the perilous situation and escape the confines of the machine.

Cutterhead Themes & Keywords

· 2 tags
  • copenhagen denmark
  • copenhagen metro
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Cast & crew

Cutterhead Cast & Characters

Christine Sønderris leads the cast as Rie, with Krešimir Mikić as Ivo and Samson Semere as Bharan. Directed by Rasmus Kloster Bro; 8 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Cutterhead Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 67/100, strongest in art & craft (78) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).

67 /100

Cutterhead Echo Score Breakdown

Cutterhead delivers a tense, claustrophobic experience anchored in realistic underground work, offering a modestly engaging narrative that balances naturalistic visuals with social commentary. While the direction and cinematography succeed in immersing viewers, the screenplay suffers from occasional pacing lulls and mixed character development, particularly concerning the lead. Sound design is competent though occasionally intrusive. The film's appeal may endure for viewers who appreciate atmospheric drama, yet its moderate flaws limit repeat viewings.

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

  • Art & Craft 78

    In terms of art and craft, the film benefits from a naturalistic visual approach and competent camera work in confined spaces. Reviewers note the realistic photography and immersive depiction of underground operations. Some critique the sound mix, but overall the direction and production design are regarded as solid. The artistic execution thus leaves a positive impression.

  • Character & Emotion 62

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are praised for their natural feel, yet the central female lead draws criticism for appearing hollow and unconvincing. Supporting characters receive modest commendation for backstory depth, but overall chemistry remains uneven. The mixed reception yields a middling character score.

  • Story & Flow 65

    Regarding story and flow, the premise of a claustrophobic disaster is viewed as original and tension‑building. However, reviewers cite a screenplay that could be tighter, with some scenes dragging and the climax feeling underwhelming. The narrative maintains engagement despite these flaws, resulting in an average rating.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    In sensory experience, the film captures the suffocating atmosphere of limited oxygen with effective visual and ambient sound cues. The immersive style is highlighted, though occasional sound‑mix issues are noted. Overall, the sensory design successfully reinforces the film's tense mood.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    For rewatch factor, the movie offers a unique setting and occasional suspense that may attract a second viewing for some. Yet many reviewers find the middle sections tedious and the ending unremarkable, diminishing its lasting appeal. Consequently, the rewatch potential is moderate at best.

Videos

Cutterhead Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Cutterhead.

Cutterhead - Trailer - FEFFS 2018
Details

Cutterhead Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “커터헤드” and “Проходческий щит”.

Also known as
  • 커터헤드
  • Проходческий щит
  • No hay salida
  • Řezná hlava
  • Под землей
  • Tunel Sem Saída
  • Exit
  • 隧道惊魂
  • Głowica
  • 隧道驚魂

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FAQ

Cutterhead FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget, post-credit scenes and language of Cutterhead, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cutterhead?

Cutterhead runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Cutterhead released?

Cutterhead was released on July 8, 2018.

Who directed Cutterhead?

Cutterhead was directed by Rasmus Kloster Bro.

Who is in the cast of Cutterhead?

Cutterhead stars Christine Sønderris as Rie, Krešimir Mikić as Ivo and Samson Semere as Bharan, among 8 credited actors.

What was the budget of Cutterhead?

Cutterhead had a reported budget of $4.3 million.

Does Cutterhead have a post-credit scene?

No. Cutterhead has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Cutterhead in?

The original language of Cutterhead is Danish.

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