Deadly Cuts
Irish hairdressers fight local crime, hilarity ensues
About Deadly Cuts
Released: 2021
Platform: Hulu
Rating:
Run time: 1h 30m
Cast
Victoria Smurfit, Angeline Ball, Aidan McArdle, Lauren Larkin, Shauna Higgins
Deadly Cuts
About Deadly Cuts
"Deadly Cuts" is a 2021 comedy-drama movie, directed by Rachel Carey. The movie is set in the community of Dublin, Ireland, and revolves around the staff of a small local hair salon, who become vigilantes to protect their community from a dangerous local gang.
Production
"Deadly Cuts" was produced by Auveen Lush, Ciara Appelbe, and Liz Gill. The filming took place in the middle of Dublin, bringing the energy of the city and reflecting the daily lives of the community in an accurate and relatable way.
Actors
- Angeline Ball played the role of Stacey, the determined owner of the salon, who rallies the community together. Ball delivers a memorable performance, showing a great mix of comedic and serious tones.
- Ericka Roe portrays Gemma, a shy hairstylist with a secret. Roe perfectly mimics the ups and downs of her character, providing humorous and dramatic moments.
- Shauna Higgins takes on the role of Chantelle, a tough but caring member of the salon team. Higgins brings a real intensity to her role and garners many laughs with her dry wit.
Interesting Facts
- "Deadly Cuts" is the directorial debut of Rachel Carey, marking an impressive start to her career in the film industry.
- The movie provides a contemporary take on the 80s hairstyle as part of its aesthetic, making it a fun watch for hair fashion enthusiasts.
- Despite its comedic tone, "Deadly Cuts" also addresses some real-life social issues including community decline and youth crime.
Awards
As of now, "Deadly Cuts" has not received any specific award but has been praised for its unique storytelling and engaging performances.
Quotes
- "We might be a wee hair salon, but we have big dreams."
- "You got to cut out the bad to let the good grow."
- "It's not just a hair salon, it's the heart of the community."
Music and Soundtrack
- "Black Lipstick" by Chicano Batman.
- "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper.
- "Under the Moon" by 070 Shake.
The music and soundtrack of "Deadly Cuts" greatly contribute to the atmosphere and tone of the film, from heartwarming moments to high tension scenes.
About Deadly Cuts
In Deadly Cuts, a hair salon staff bravely battles a local crime gang terrorizing their Dublin neighborhood.