High Tension (2005): Cast, Ratings & Plot
High Tension is a 2005 drama thriller directed by Alexandre Aja, starring Cécile De France. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes. Critics gave it 42 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Alexandre Aja
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Lions Gate Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is High Tension About?
The premise of High Tension without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
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High Tension Cast
Cécile De France stars in High Tension. Directed by Alexandre Aja.
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Director Alexandre Aja
More from Alexandre Aja
More films directed by Alexandre Aja, best-rated first: Oxygen, Crawl, Never Let Go and The Hills Have Eyes.
High Tension Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave High Tension 42 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 42 Metascore
User score 6.6
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High Tension Plot Summary
What happens in High Tension from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As Marie and her best friend Alex arrive at a sprawling suburban home belonging to Alex’s parents, they prepare for a weekend filled with studying and relaxation. Their time begins with a tour of the house, as Alex shows Marie its hidden corners. The evening culminates in a warm family dinner, providing a sense of normalcy before chaos disrupts their peaceful retreat.
When night falls, Marie retreats to her room, where she finds comfort in the soothing notes of her favorite music, seeking the solace that only solitude can bring. Unbeknownst to them, however, a sinister shift is on the horizon. Suddenly, the peace is shattered by the doorbell ringing. Daniel, Alex’s father, awakens and goes to answer it, completely unaware of the horror lying in wait.
Full summary
The whole story of High Tension, scene by scene
High Tension Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 featurette.
- Trailer Official Trailer [Subtitled]
- Featurette Mark Kermode reviews Haute Tension (2003)
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High Tension FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of High Tension, each answered in a sentence.
How long is High Tension?
High Tension runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was High Tension released?
High Tension was released on June 10, 2005.
Who directed High Tension?
High Tension was directed by Alexandre Aja.
More films by Alexandre Aja Who is in the cast of High Tension?
High Tension stars Cécile De France.
How is High Tension rated?
High Tension has 42 on Metacritic.
Does High Tension have a post-credit scene?
No. High Tension has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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