CUT! breaks into Top 5000 on IMDb
03/08/15 22:39
CUT! made the TOP 5000 this week on IMDb (2764). Highest total ever!
CUT! DVD AVAILABLE NOW
02/24/15 23:36
Order your CUT! DVD RIGHT NOW from Amazon!
http://www.amazon.com/Cut-David-Banks/dp/B00NMUCLNY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424847903&sr=8-1&keywords=CUT%21+Rountree
http://www.amazon.com/Cut-David-Banks/dp/B00NMUCLNY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424847903&sr=8-1&keywords=CUT%21+Rountree
Kick the Seat Review
02/22/15 14:27
Kick Seat Review of CUT!:
It would be easy to write off David Rountree’s Cut! as “soft-core Saw”, with its harried hostages and zero-hour revelation montage—but Clerks is closer to the mark.
In the vein of Saw, Cut! piles twist upon twist upon twist upon twist, forming a black hole of cleverness that devours its final minutes. Modestly budgeted, mostly well acted, and shot beautifully, there’s an undeniable level of passion here that’s backed up by solid filmmaking. I would show this to anyone wondering if “real” movies can be made outside the studio system.
It would be easy to write off David Rountree’s Cut! as “soft-core Saw”, with its harried hostages and zero-hour revelation montage—but Clerks is closer to the mark.
In the vein of Saw, Cut! piles twist upon twist upon twist upon twist, forming a black hole of cleverness that devours its final minutes. Modestly budgeted, mostly well acted, and shot beautifully, there’s an undeniable level of passion here that’s backed up by solid filmmaking. I would show this to anyone wondering if “real” movies can be made outside the studio system.
House Party Review
02/22/15 13:50
Horror House Party - Review
http://horrorhouseparty.com/mccabriablog/2015/02/22/cut-scares-audience/
David Rountree, who wrote and directed “Cut!,” plays Travis, who directs “Cut!” the movie-within-the-movie. Rountree does an excellent, understated job as the guy who wants to make a movie, but who never heard the word ethics. He is spot-on as the consummate con artist, smiling and affable, your absolute best bud – who just happens to turn you into a cold-blooded killer for his own purposes. Towards the end of the film, Rountree has the opportunity to show real fake emotion, and he is perfectly almost believable, expertly pointing an important clue without seeming to do so.
The look of this film is truly remarkable. Director David Rountree (winner of the award for “Best Director” at the IFTV Festival) and Director of Photography Ace Underhill have given this film a polished look not usually achieved by independent horror films, and not always attained by the big studio efforts, either. Rountree isn’t afraid to light his scenes so you can actually see the action, yet he is equally willing to keep things in the dark when necessary. And the filming of one scene, where fishermen find curious parcels in the sea at dawn, is downright poetic.
Because of the twists and turns, this is a movie that is best seen in one sitting with no interruptions (take that into consideration when deciding whether to see it at home or in a theatre). Those who saw the film at its limited-release-opening in Los Angeles were privileged to see it before too many surprises were revealed, but this is a particularly well-crafted film that will stand up to spoilers, and will remain enjoyable after multiple viewings.
http://horrorhouseparty.com/mccabriablog/2015/02/22/cut-scares-audience/
David Rountree, who wrote and directed “Cut!,” plays Travis, who directs “Cut!” the movie-within-the-movie. Rountree does an excellent, understated job as the guy who wants to make a movie, but who never heard the word ethics. He is spot-on as the consummate con artist, smiling and affable, your absolute best bud – who just happens to turn you into a cold-blooded killer for his own purposes. Towards the end of the film, Rountree has the opportunity to show real fake emotion, and he is perfectly almost believable, expertly pointing an important clue without seeming to do so.
The look of this film is truly remarkable. Director David Rountree (winner of the award for “Best Director” at the IFTV Festival) and Director of Photography Ace Underhill have given this film a polished look not usually achieved by independent horror films, and not always attained by the big studio efforts, either. Rountree isn’t afraid to light his scenes so you can actually see the action, yet he is equally willing to keep things in the dark when necessary. And the filming of one scene, where fishermen find curious parcels in the sea at dawn, is downright poetic.
Because of the twists and turns, this is a movie that is best seen in one sitting with no interruptions (take that into consideration when deciding whether to see it at home or in a theatre). Those who saw the film at its limited-release-opening in Los Angeles were privileged to see it before too many surprises were revealed, but this is a particularly well-crafted film that will stand up to spoilers, and will remain enjoyable after multiple viewings.
CUT! Makes Front Page of EE World News
02/19/15 10:11
CUT! made the front home page of www.EEWorldNews.com this morning with a great review!
Actual link: http://eeworldnews.com/psycho-thriller-cut-has-timely-friday-the-13th-opening/
Rountree got his start as an actor and it is often said that actors are the best directors. This is definitely true in the case of CUT!, as his direction is amazing as the performances are so real and chilling. All the performances were wonderful and spot on, even down to the supporting character and cameo roles. “Being able to work with such a generous director is always a treat, and when you are allowed to express yourself fully through a character as deep and dark as he may be, and make things your own is like striking gold,” said an enthusiastic Banks. Scarber, Lanier-Bramlett, and Salem give stand out performances as well.
As for all the great reviews the film is receiving and the sold out premiere and screenings, Banks had this to say,” To watch everything come together so beautifully as it did for our premiere is almost as great as being front row to my favorite metal band (laughs). It hits you right in the heart.”
“It is such an incredible thrill to have our premiere sold out,” added Rountree. “The reviews have been so overwhelmingly positive and I am excited for everyone to finally get to see and enjoy what their heart and dedication to the project has accomplished. There has been such a positive buzz centered around this that it is a tremendous reward for all of the hard work our team did to get CUT! done.
More info at http://www.thecutmovie.com/
Actual link: http://eeworldnews.com/psycho-thriller-cut-has-timely-friday-the-13th-opening/
Rountree got his start as an actor and it is often said that actors are the best directors. This is definitely true in the case of CUT!, as his direction is amazing as the performances are so real and chilling. All the performances were wonderful and spot on, even down to the supporting character and cameo roles. “Being able to work with such a generous director is always a treat, and when you are allowed to express yourself fully through a character as deep and dark as he may be, and make things your own is like striking gold,” said an enthusiastic Banks. Scarber, Lanier-Bramlett, and Salem give stand out performances as well.
As for all the great reviews the film is receiving and the sold out premiere and screenings, Banks had this to say,” To watch everything come together so beautifully as it did for our premiere is almost as great as being front row to my favorite metal band (laughs). It hits you right in the heart.”
“It is such an incredible thrill to have our premiere sold out,” added Rountree. “The reviews have been so overwhelmingly positive and I am excited for everyone to finally get to see and enjoy what their heart and dedication to the project has accomplished. There has been such a positive buzz centered around this that it is a tremendous reward for all of the hard work our team did to get CUT! done.
More info at http://www.thecutmovie.com/
CUT! Script Gets Honored
02/18/15 10:24
Congratulations to the CUT! script, which was just acquired by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences
@ http://www.oscars.org/library
@ http://www.oscars.org/library
Opening in Theaters THIS FRIDAY!
02/10/15 12:08
Movie Waffler
02/02/15 12:25
CUT! would like to thank The Movie Waffler for taking the time to check out CUT!
http://www.themoviewaffler.com/2015/02/watch-trailer-and-go-behind-scenes-of.html#more
http://www.themoviewaffler.com/2015/02/watch-trailer-and-go-behind-scenes-of.html#more
Actors E Show
01/26/15 20:01
Director David Rountree will be doing a live 1 hour interview @ www.ActorsEntertainment.com 10AM Tuesday (west coast time 1/27/15). He will be discussing general filmmaking as well as the upcoming theatrical release of CUT! and his previous film 108 Stitches. He will also discuss the upcoming film Garrett Manor. The audience will be close to 6 million people, so feel free to check it out and send in live questions.
SHOW LINK HERE: http://actorsentertainment.com/actorse/director-david-rountree-guests-of-actorse-chat-with-host-judith-jones/
SHOW LINK HERE: http://actorsentertainment.com/actorse/director-david-rountree-guests-of-actorse-chat-with-host-judith-jones/
CUT! Named in Best Horror Films 2014
01/19/15 22:39
CUT! named one of the Best Horror Films of 2014
http://mrankings.com/2015/01/12/best-horror-films-2014/
CUT! Taking Off In Germany
01/19/15 22:28
CUT! | Trailer zum Horror-Schocker mit Snuff-Thematik
http://angstrated.com/2014/06/cut-trailer-zum-horror-schocker-mit-snuff-thematik/
Director David Rountree Interview
01/19/15 22:19
Filmmaker David Rountree and His Decade-Long Overnight Success
http://www.elementsofcinema.com/podcast/eoc-4-filmmaker-david-rountree-and-his-decade-long-overnight-success/
CUT! Press-Prepares for Theaters
01/19/15 11:13
CUT! Prepares for Theaters.
News can now be seen in The Washington Post http://www.washingtonpost.com/gog/movies/cut,1290931.html
... as well as various publications including:
Alien Bee Entertainment News: http://alienbee.net/psycho-slasher-cut-slices-its-way-to-dvd-in-february/
San Francisco Weekly: http://www.sfweekly.com/sanfrancisco/cut/Film?oid=3345653
Indy Week: http://www.indyweek.com/indyweek/cut/Film?oid=4321254
Nashville Scene: http://www.nashvillescene.com/nashville/cut/Film?oid=4883516
Memphis News: http://www.memphisflyer.com/memphis/cut/Film?oid=3808187
News can now be seen in The Washington Post http://www.washingtonpost.com/gog/movies/cut,1290931.html
... as well as various publications including:
Alien Bee Entertainment News: http://alienbee.net/psycho-slasher-cut-slices-its-way-to-dvd-in-february/
San Francisco Weekly: http://www.sfweekly.com/sanfrancisco/cut/Film?oid=3345653
Indy Week: http://www.indyweek.com/indyweek/cut/Film?oid=4321254
Nashville Scene: http://www.nashvillescene.com/nashville/cut/Film?oid=4883516
Memphis News: http://www.memphisflyer.com/memphis/cut/Film?oid=3808187
CUT! in Theaters
01/09/15 21:33
we are very excited to announce that CUT! will be receiving a Los Angeles theatrical run starting the week Friday the 13th of February. We will be playing at The Arena Cinema in Hollywood. LA Weekly voted our theater the BEST INDIE THEATER AROUND.
We will also be opening on VOD and DVD everywhere as well as Redbox. Redbox is giving a limited release to begin and, similar to the theater, if it goes well, will extend it to all Redboxes everywhere.
Theater Site: http://arenascreen.com/
We will also be opening on VOD and DVD everywhere as well as Redbox. Redbox is giving a limited release to begin and, similar to the theater, if it goes well, will extend it to all Redboxes everywhere.
Theater Site: http://arenascreen.com/
CUT! on Rotten Tomatoes
01/09/15 21:33
After winning BEST FILM at the 2014 Independent Film and Television Festival, our dark Thriller CUT! will finally be released on VOD and DVD in January. CUT! will also see a theatrical run, but the official date is still to be determined. We will announce when it becomes official and hope that everyone will check it out in the theater.
CUT! information and the trailer was also just released on Rotten Tomatoes: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/cut_2014/?search=CUT!
Please take a moment to take a look and if you like the trailer, CLICK THE BLUE PLUS (+) MARK next to Audience Score (if you have never been on Rotten Tomatoes, you can sign in via Facebook). Also, positive comments are definitely welcome as this will only help with people interested in seeing the movie.
CUT! information and the trailer was also just released on Rotten Tomatoes: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/cut_2014/?search=CUT!
Please take a moment to take a look and if you like the trailer, CLICK THE BLUE PLUS (+) MARK next to Audience Score (if you have never been on Rotten Tomatoes, you can sign in via Facebook). Also, positive comments are definitely welcome as this will only help with people interested in seeing the movie.