Search: Directed by Xavier Gens

The ABCs Of Death (2012)

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With each director having only four minutes there is really little time for the viewer to get engrossed in the material, barring some kind of sharp shock, superb central twist, gag or sharp social commentary, and some of writers and directors struggle wit

Owen Van Spall · 2.5 out of 5

An alphabet of short films focusing on different ways to die.
Cold Skin (2017)

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The most ambitious, assured and accomplished work to date from Xavier Gens, Cold Skin is terrifying in places and heartbreaking in others.

Jennie Kermode · 5 out of 5

A young man who takes up the role of weather observer on a remote island finds himself trapped in a battle with sinister people from the sea.
The Divide (2011)

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The film's strongest suit is, somewhat surprisingly, its rich vein of gallows humour.

David Graham · 2 out of 5

A group of survivors from an unexpected attack on an apartment block hide out together, but discover they can't trust each other.
Frontier(s) (2007)

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Ridiculous lines and arrogant, heartless protagonists leave you feeling you have seen this type of film many times before.

Darren Amner · 2 out of 5

Thieves on the run fall prey to vicious neo-Nazis. Plus read our exclusive interview with Xavier Gens.
Hitman (2007)

Review preview for Hitman

None of this is very interesting, but the action does make up for it in part.

Ben Sillis · 2 out of 5

Assassin Number 47 hits the big screen.
Mayhem! (2023)

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Despite the speed of the action and the variety of locations across which the film takes place, not a single shot feels rushed or incidental.

Jennie Kermode · 4 out of 5

A professional boxer, recently released from prison, is forced to break probation and flee to a faraway island in Thailand. He starts a family there, only to have to deal with blackmail.