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3.9 / 10(27 votes)IMDbR20071h 31mUnited States of America

Brutal

Synopsis

In a small town, a serial killer mutilates the bodies of his victims and leaves a flower on the corpses. The sheriff and his wife/deputy investigate the murders while trying to keep from alarming the citizens. They team up with an autistic hound dog trainer to try to track the killer.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 10, 2007

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ethan Wiley
Screenplay & Story
Ethan Wiley
Original Score
Joseph Bauer
Original Title
Brutal
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 31m
Production Studios
Barnholtz Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ethan Wiley

Screenplay & Story

Ethan Wiley

Original Score & Music

Joseph Bauer

Film Editing

Radu Ion, Bayard Stryker

Producers

Barry Barnholtz, Roel Reiné, Ethan Wiley

Department Leadership Roster

Ethan Wiley

Director

Ethan Wiley

Writer

Roel Reiné

Roel Reiné

Producer

Ethan Wiley

Producer

Joseph Bauer

Original Music Composer

Radu Ion

Editor

Bayard Stryker

Editor

Rose Shawhan

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Brutal.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brutal

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Brutal about?

In a small town, a serial killer mutilates the bodies of his victims and leaves a flower on the corpses. The sheriff and his wife/deputy investigate the murders while trying to keep from alarming the citizens. They team up with an autistic hound dog trainer to try to track the killer.

Who directed Brutal?

Brutal was directed by Ethan Wiley.

Who stars in Brutal?

The principal cast of Brutal includes Crystal Stone, Eric Lange, Sarah Thompson, Jeffrey Combs, Don O. Knowlton.

When was Brutal released and how long is it?

Brutal was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.

Who composed the musical score for Brutal?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Brutal was composed by Joseph Bauer.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Brutal?

Brutal holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).