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One Must Fall (2018): Cast & Ratings

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One Must Fall is a 2018 comedy horror film directed by Antonio Pantoja, starring Lloyd Kaufman, John Wells and Barry Piacente. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and was made on a reported $1 million budget. Its Echo Score is 47/100.

Echo Score
47
budget
$1M
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One Must Fall (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Director
Antonio Pantoja
Genres
Comedy , Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$1M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is One Must Fall About?

The premise of One Must Fall without spoilers.

A horror-comedy slasher film set in the 1980s follows a woman who loses her office job and finds herself working for a crime scene clean-up crew. As a serial killer remains active, leaving a trail of gruesome scenes, she and her colleagues face a darkly humorous and terrifying situation. The question arises: could the killer still be nearby?

One Must Fall Themes & Keywords

· 40 tags
  • gore
  • humor
  • female protagonist
  • nude dancing
  • machete
  • fingers cut off
  • praying
  • decapitation
  • murder
  • violence
  • sexual harassment
  • boss sexually harassing employee
+28 more
  • gay best friend
  • fired
  • single mother
  • crime scene cleaner
  • slipping on blood
  • chained to a wall
  • chainsaw
  • murdered with a chainsaw
  • scalped
  • severed body parts
  • torture device
  • garrotting
  • throat cut
  • stabbed to death
  • stabbed in the back
  • stabbed in the foot
  • bear trap
  • face ripped off
  • hit with a hammer
  • crutches
  • stitches
  • facial stitches
  • hammer blow to the head
  • reference to donald trump
  • scene of the crime
  • serial murder
  • stabbing a man
  • gay character
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Cast & crew

One Must Fall Cast & Characters

Lloyd Kaufman leads the cast, with John Wells as Dorian and Barry Piacente as The Killer. Directed by Antonio Pantoja; 13 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

One Must Fall Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 47/100, strongest in art & craft (60) and weakest in rewatch factor (45).

47 /100

One Must Fall Echo Score Breakdown

One Must Fall elicits a largely unfavorable response, with the majority of viewers citing weak narrative structure and underdeveloped characters. While a few reviewers commend the film's visual execution and occasional effective gore, the consensus points to predictable pacing and low production values that diminish enjoyment. The limited appeal of its horror-comedy premise further restricts repeat viewings. Overall, the movie struggles to justify its hype and fails to leave a lasting positive impression.

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

  • Art & Craft 60

    In terms of art and craft, the film displays a modest visual style that some viewers find commendable. The cinematography is noted as "beautifully shot" by a few, yet many describe the overall production as cheap and lacking polish. Make-up and practical effects draw mixed reactions, ranging from adequate to subpar. Consequently, the technical execution is uneven, hovering around an average competency level.

  • Character & Emotion 50

    When evaluating character and emotion, audience feedback skews toward disappointment. Numerous reviewers label the protagonists as "paper‑thin" and the dialogue as boring, while a handful praise the performances of specific actors. The emotional resonance is minimal, and chemistry between leads is often described as lacking. The balance of praise and criticism results in a middling assessment of the film's character work.

  • Story & Flow 45

    Story and flow receive predominantly negative commentary. Critics point to a predictable plot, weak pacing, and a script riddled with issues, describing the narrative as "rubbish" and "lackluster." A minority note an interesting premise that never fully materializes. Overall, the film fails to maintain engagement or deliver originality, leading to a below‑average story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    Sensory experience is split between appreciation of the film's gore and disappointment in its execution. While some viewers applaud the abundant blood and practical effects, others call the scares nonexistent and the visual style generic. Sound design receives little specific mention, suggesting it neither enhances nor detracts significantly. This mixed feedback places the sensory aspect slightly above average.

  • Rewatch Factor 45

    Rewatch factor appears limited for most audiences. The film is described as forgettable, with many stating they would not return to it. A few horror enthusiasts enjoy the blood‑laden moments enough to recommend a second view, yet overall enthusiasm is low. The combination of weak narrative and character work reduces its lasting appeal, resulting in a modest rewatch score.

Details

One Must Fall Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “1 Must Fall” and “Один падёт”.

Also known as
  • 1 Must Fall
  • Один падёт
  • 某人必须堕落
  • 클리너:살인마의 집

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FAQ

One Must Fall FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of One Must Fall, each answered in a sentence.

How long is One Must Fall?

One Must Fall runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was One Must Fall released?

One Must Fall was released on August 10, 2018.

Who directed One Must Fall?

One Must Fall was directed by Antonio Pantoja.

Who is in the cast of One Must Fall?

One Must Fall stars Lloyd Kaufman, John Wells as Dorian and Barry Piacente as The Killer, among 13 credited actors.

What was the budget of One Must Fall?

One Must Fall had a reported budget of $1 million.

Does One Must Fall have a post-credit scene?

No. One Must Fall has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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