Eye Without a Face (2021): Cast & Ratings
Eye Without a Face is a 2021 horror thriller directed by Ramin Niami, starring Dakota Shapiro as Henry, Luke Cook and Benedikt Sebastian. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes. Its Echo Score is 48/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Ramin Niami
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Sideshow Production
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Eye Without a Face About?
The premise of Eye Without a Face without spoilers.
A young man named Henry, who experiences agoraphobia, lives with a struggling actor and Youtuber named Eric. He spends his time hacking into the webcams of young women, and becomes increasingly convinced that one of them is a serial killer. As he investigates, his life becomes entangled with theirs, blurring the lines between reality and paranoia.
Eye Without a Face Themes & Keywords
· 18 tags- actor
- subjective camera
- spying
- webcam
- murder
- prostitution
- blonde
- unsatisfying sex
- vomiting
- camera
- covering the camera
- wearing a mask
+6 more Show fewer
- throat slit
- man murders a woman
- twist
- bipolar
- suicide
- smoking marijuana
Eye Without a Face Cast & Characters
Dakota Shapiro leads the cast as Henry, with Luke Cook as Eric and Benedikt Sebastian as Rob. Directed by Ramin Niami; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ramin Niami
- Dakota Shapiro as Henry
- Luke Cook as Eric
- Benedikt Sebastian as Rob
- Vlada Verevko as Laura
Also Starring in Eye Without a Face
· 3 more- Ashley Elyse Rogers Tessa
- Rebecca Berg Linnea
- Evangeline Neuhart Sky
More from Ramin Niami
More films directed by Ramin Niami, best-rated first: Shirin in Love, Babe's and Ricky's Inn and Somewhere in the City.
Eye Without a Face Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 48/100, strongest in character & emotion (55) and weakest in art & craft (40).
Eye Without a Face Echo Score Breakdown
Eye Without a Face presents a mixed overall impression, with occasional flashes of ambition tempered by pervasive shortcomings. Critics note a surprisingly solid effort, yet many reviewers describe the film as resembling a low‑budget high‑school project with uneven direction and amateur visuals. While a few viewers find the premise intriguing and the ending slightly redeeming, the prevailing sentiment leans toward disappointment, resulting in a modest aggregate rating.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 40
The film's artistic execution is uneven, with sporadic competence eclipsed by low‑budget constraints. Desmond B praises the direction and photography, calling them superb, while multiple users liken the visual quality to a high‑school project and criticize cheap production values. Critics also observe a lack of polish in editing and cinematography. Overall, the artistic elements fall short of establishing a consistently credible aesthetic.
- Character & Emotion 55
Performances fluctuate between moments of strength and noticeable weakness. Desmond B highlights superb acting across the cast, and kuarinofu cites the Australian actor as a strong point, yet many reviewers condemn the lead's delivery as irritating and the overall acting as poor. Critics acknowledge the two leads as a fine showcase, but widespread criticism of bland chemistry reduces the overall character impact.
- Story & Flow 50
The narrative premise intrigues but is undermined by predictable pacing and a weak resolution. Positive remarks note a fascinating, metaphysical thread and an ambitious plot, while others describe the story as trite, rushed, and lacking originality. Critics point to a trite resolution and a script that runs out of time. Consequently, the story stays middling, offering some curiosity without sustained engagement.
- Sensory Experience 45
Auditory and visual components are inconsistent, with occasional highlights amid broader flaws. The soundtrack receives praise for originality, yet its heavy‑handed application and occasional desynchronization are criticized. Visual style is described by users as reminiscent of a cheap school production, hurting the eye, while no critic lauds sound design or editing. The sensory experience therefore remains subpar overall.
- Rewatch Factor 48
Rewatch appeal is limited, balancing intrigue against boredom. Desmond B finds the film unforgettable and mentally lingering, and kuarinofu acknowledges inadvertent humor that could merit repeat viewings. Conversely, many users label the movie as boring, predictable, and not worth revisiting. The mixed responses result in a modest rewatch factor, suggesting limited but occasional incentive for a second viewing.
Eye Without a Face Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Eye Without a Face.
Eye Without a Face Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “Oko bez tváře” and “Oko bez twarzy”.
- Also known as
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- Oko bez tváře
- Oko bez twarzy
- Oko bez lica
- Oko brez obraza
- 无眼杀手
- מציצנות קטלנית
- Безлики очи
- Ochi fără chip
- Безликий глаз
- 얼굴 없는 시선
- 偷窺狂/無眼殺手
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Eye Without a Face FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Eye Without a Face, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Eye Without a Face?
Eye Without a Face runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Eye Without a Face released?
Eye Without a Face was released on April 23, 2021.
Who directed Eye Without a Face?
Eye Without a Face was directed by Ramin Niami.
More films by Ramin Niami Who is in the cast of Eye Without a Face?
Eye Without a Face stars Dakota Shapiro as Henry, Luke Cook as Eric and Benedikt Sebastian as Rob, among 7 credited actors.
Does Eye Without a Face have a post-credit scene?
No. Eye Without a Face has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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