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The Girl in the Trunk (2024): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

The Girl in the Trunk (2024) movie poster

The Girl in the Trunk is a 2024 thriller directed by Jonas Kvist Jensen, starring Caspar Phillipson as Michael Bellerose, Danny Thykær and Adam Kitchen. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $2,088 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 3.4/10.

IMDb rating
3.4/10
worldwide gross
$2.1K
Echo Score
38
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The Girl in the Trunk (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Genre
Thriller
Original language
Danish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Girl in the Trunk About?

The premise of The Girl in the Trunk without spoilers.

A woman finds herself imprisoned in the trunk of a car, desperately trying to survive a terrifying ordeal following a failed escape attempt that results in an innocent person's death. While trapped in the confined space, she uses her resourcefulness and a mobile phone to uncover the kidnapper's disturbing reasons for the abduction and fight for her freedom before time runs out.

The Girl in the Trunk Themes & Keywords

· 16 tags
  • bound feet
  • bound and gagged
  • woman in a car trunk
  • desert
  • snake
  • innocent bystander
  • bride
  • bound with tape
  • venomous snake
  • kidnapping
  • scorpion
  • hunter
+4 more
  • duct tape
  • police officer
  • wedding dress
  • failed escape attempt
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Cast & crew

The Girl in the Trunk Cast & Characters

Caspar Phillipson leads the cast as Michael Bellerose, with Danny Thykær as Dale (hunter) and Adam Kitchen as John. Directed by Jonas Kvist Jensen; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in The Girl in the Trunk

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Ratings

The Girl in the Trunk Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate The Girl in the Trunk 3.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in rewatch factor (30).

38 /100

The Girl in the Trunk Echo Score Breakdown

The Girl in the Trunk delivers a low‑budget thriller that oscillates between moments of visual competence and pervasive shortcomings. While the cinematography occasionally displays a tight, striking style, the film is hampered by stilted performances, an uneven narrative, and repetitive sound design. Most reviewers cite an unengaging plot and unconvincing character work as major drawbacks. Consequently, the movie offers limited appeal beyond a single viewing, appealing only to viewers who appreciate minimalist suspense despite its flaws.

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

  • Art & Craft 52

    In terms of art and craft, the film shows occasional visual aptitude, with tight framing and a set that convincingly emulates a car boot. However, direction and editing feel amateurish, and production values betray the limited budget. The overall craftsmanship thus registers as uneven, offering brief visual highlights amid generally rough execution.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When evaluating character and emotion, the majority of performances are judged as stilted, with dialogue that sounds like a radio play and an unlikable protagonist. A few reviewers note a commendable lead performance, yet overall chemistry is lacking and supporting actors are described as painfully poor. The net result is a weak emotional impact.

  • Story & Flow 35

    Story and flow receive consistent criticism for a plot riddled with clichés, incoherent pacing, and numerous holes that undermine realism. While a handful of viewers mention clever twists and occasional suspense, the prevailing view is that the narrative fails to engage and drags considerably. Consequently, the storytelling is assessed as markedly subpar.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    The sensory experience is marked by a mixed audio landscape, where background music is described as repetitive and occasionally boring, yet the sound design is deemed reasonable for the budget. Visual style includes occasional striking shots, but overall cohesion is lacking. As a result, the sensory component is judged average at best.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    Rewatch factor is low, with most reviewers indicating little desire to view the film again due to its weak acting, fragmented plot, and monotonous sound. One user expressed a willingness to revisit for novelty, and another found it enjoyable enough for a second watch. Overall, the replay value remains minimal.

Box office

The Girl in the Trunk Box Office

The Girl in the Trunk grossed $2,088 worldwide.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.1K

International
$2.1K
Videos

The Girl in the Trunk Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Girl in the Trunk.

Trailer
Cars

Cars in The Girl in the Trunk

3 cars on screen, including the 2002 Mazda 6 and the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.

  • 2002 Mazda 6 in The Girl in the Trunk 2002 Mazda 6 Main role
  • 1991 Chevrolet Caprice in The Girl in the Trunk 1991 Chevrolet Caprice Minor role
  • Nissan unknown in The Girl in the Trunk Nissan unknown Background role
Details

The Girl in the Trunk Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Cô Dâu Bị Bắt Cóc” and “后备箱里的女孩”.

Also known as
  • Cô Dâu Bị Bắt Cóc
  • 后备箱里的女孩
  • Dziewczyna w bagażniku
  • Девушка в багажнике

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FAQ

The Girl in the Trunk FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Girl in the Trunk, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Girl in the Trunk?

The Girl in the Trunk runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was The Girl in the Trunk released?

The Girl in the Trunk was released on May 28, 2024.

Who directed The Girl in the Trunk?

The Girl in the Trunk was directed by Jonas Kvist Jensen.

Who is in the cast of The Girl in the Trunk?

The Girl in the Trunk stars Caspar Phillipson as Michael Bellerose, Danny Thykær as Dale (hunter) and Adam Kitchen as John, among 10 credited actors.

How much did The Girl in the Trunk make at the box office?

The Girl in the Trunk grossed $2,088 worldwide.

How is The Girl in the Trunk rated?

The Girl in the Trunk has 3.4/10 on IMDb, 57% on TMDB and 2.7/5 on Letterboxd.

Does The Girl in the Trunk have a post-credit scene?

No. The Girl in the Trunk has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Girl in the Trunk in?

The original language of The Girl in the Trunk is Danish.

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