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5.9/10 • 78

2023-10-091h 46m

Science FictionHorror

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A businessman wakes up beside an ancient grist mill situated in the center of an open-air prison cell with no idea how he got there. Forced to work as a beast of burden to stay alive, he must find a way to escape before the birth of his child.

Directors
Sean King O'Grady
Writters
Jeffrey David Thomas
Editors
Shane Patrick Ford

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Lil Rel Howery

    Lil Rel Howery

    Joe

  2. Pat Healy

    Pat Healy

    Guard

  3. Karen Obilom

    Karen Obilom

    Kate

  4. Patrick Fischler

    Patrick Fischler

    Neighbor (voice)

  5. Getchie Argetsinger

    Getchie Argetsinger

    Gertrude

  6. Jaiden K. Brown

    Jaiden K. Brown

    Joe Jr.

  7. Blair Wilson

    Blair Wilson

    Shadow Joe

  8. Allya F. Robinson

    Allya F. Robinson

    Shadow Kate

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RalphRahal

Jan 30, 2025

3/10

The Mill has an interesting premise but struggles to deliver on its potential. The story stays confined to one location, which could have been a great opportunity for creative cinematography, but it felt underutilized. The visuals weren’t bad, but they didn’t stand out either, which made the film feel flat. As for Lil Rel Howery, his performance seemed forced at times, almost as if he was imitating other actors, which made it hard to connect with his character. The plot itself is painfully predictable, including its supposed twist. While the movie does manage to get its message across, it does so in the most obvious way possible, leaving little to ponder once it’s over. The score, if there was one, didn’t leave much of an impression. Oddly enough, a minor character towards the end felt more engaging than the lead, adding a small spark to an otherwise uninspired narrative. The Mill tries to make a point but stumbles over its own execution, making it a forgettable watch.

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
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Revenue
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Keywords
businessmanprison cellprison escapecorporate worldmanagementnear futuregrist mill