It Cuts Deep (2020): Cast & Ratings
It Cuts Deep is a 2020 comedy horror film directed by Nicholas Santos, starring Quinn Jackson as Ashley, Charles Gould and John Anderson. It runs 1 hour 17 minutes. Its Echo Score is 39/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 17m (77 min)
- Director
- Nicholas Santos
- Original language
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English
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is It Cuts Deep About?
The premise of It Cuts Deep without spoilers.
During a Christmas vacation, a young couple’s future is thrown into question when differing views on marriage and family surface. Ashley envisions a future with children, while Sam feels apprehensive. The arrival of Nolan, a more mature and fatherly figure, complicates matters further, causing Ashley to doubt their relationship. Sam struggles to hold onto Ashley as Nolan unexpectedly enters the picture, leading to a chaotic situation.
It Cuts Deep Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- holiday horror
It Cuts Deep Cast & Characters
Quinn Jackson leads the cast as Ashley, with Charles Gould as Sam and John Anderson as Nolan. Directed by Nicholas Santos; 4 actors are credited in all.
- Director Nicholas Santos
- Quinn Jackson as Ashley
- Charles Gould as Sam
- John Anderson as Nolan
- Chloe Roe
It Cuts Deep Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 39/100, strongest in art & craft (55) and weakest in sensory experience (30).
It Cuts Deep Echo Score Breakdown
It Cuts Deep elicits a largely negative consensus, with critics and users pointing out uneven execution despite occasional flashes of charm. The film makes efficient use of its micro‑budget and delivers sporadic entertaining moments, yet it is hampered by weak storytelling, inconsistent visual and auditory design, and uneven performances. While a few viewers appreciate its quirky premise and occasional strong acting, most consider the experience forgettable and lacking lasting appeal, resulting in limited rewatch potential.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
In terms of art and craft, the film shows resourceful low‑budget production, with some reviewers noting a grounded visual style and efficient direction. However, critics describe the overall aesthetic as shallow and crude, and several users cite uneven cinematography and limited set design. The mixed feedback indicates competent but uninspired craftsmanship, leading to a moderate assessment of the film's artistic execution.
- Character & Emotion 40
When it comes to character and emotion, a handful of viewers highlight solid performances and a compelling dynamic between the leads. Conversely, many reviewers criticize the lack of chemistry, describing the acting as cringeworthy and the characterizations as flat or stereotypical. This disparity yields a low‑mid score, reflecting that while some moments of nuance exist, the overall character work fails to resonate broadly.
- Story & Flow 35
The story and flow receive the most criticism, with several users calling the plot predictable, cliche, and poorly paced. While a few appreciate the film's exploration of commitment themes, the majority note a weak narrative structure and an unsatisfying payoff. The mixed but largely negative sentiment results in a low score for plot coherence and originality.
- Sensory Experience 30
Sensory experience is described as uneven, with limited sound design, modest visual style, and occasional gore that fails to create effective tension. Reviewers mention the film’s low‑budget constraints leading to a lackluster soundtrack and visual cohesion. The overall impression is that technical aspects do not significantly enhance the viewing experience, resulting in a low rating for sensory elements.
- Rewatch Factor 35
Rewatch factor is minimal; most viewers note that the film offers little incentive for a second viewing beyond brief novelty. A few user comments suggest occasional entertainment value if expectations are low, but the consensus is that the film quickly loses appeal. Consequently, the rewatch potential is rated low, reflecting limited lasting interest.
It Cuts Deep Trailers & Videos
The trailer of It Cuts Deep.
Cars in It Cuts Deep
3 cars on screen, including the 2017 Honda CR-V and the 1985 Chevrolet C-30.
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2017 Honda CR-V Important role -
1985 Chevrolet C-30 Minor role -
2014 GMC Sierra Background role
It Cuts Deep Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Corte Profundo” and “Húsbavágó”.
- Also known as
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- Corte Profundo
- Húsbavágó
- Głęboka rana
- Răni adânci
- 잇 컷츠 딥
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It Cuts Deep FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of It Cuts Deep, each answered in a sentence.
How long is It Cuts Deep?
It Cuts Deep runs 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).
When was It Cuts Deep released?
It Cuts Deep was released on March 25, 2020.
Who directed It Cuts Deep?
It Cuts Deep was directed by Nicholas Santos.
More films by Nicholas Santos Who is in the cast of It Cuts Deep?
It Cuts Deep stars Quinn Jackson as Ashley, Charles Gould as Sam and John Anderson as Nolan, among 4 credited actors.
Does It Cuts Deep have a post-credit scene?
No. It Cuts Deep has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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