Film fans have been raving about the Scottish Highlands comedy-horror Get Duked!, hailing it a 'cult classic in the making'. The 2020 Amazon Prime original, directed by Edinburgh-born Ninian Doff in his directorial debut, has earned an impressive 88 per cent score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Plot and Cast
The film follows four Glaswegian teenage boys on a camping trip in the Scottish Highlands. Their holiday turns into a fight for survival when they become the target of vicious hunters. With the police unable to help, the boys are chased by a mysterious huntsman.
The star-studded Scottish cast includes River City star Rian Gordon and Glasgow actor Lewis Gribben, who won a Scottish BAFTA for best TV actor for his performance in Channel 4's Somewhere Boy. Other Scottish talent includes James Cosmo and Call the Midwife's Georgie Glen, with comedian Suzy Eddie Izzard also playing a role.
Fan Reactions
Viewers have taken to praising the film, with one passionate review reading: "Genuinely loved it so much, I've rewatched it 4 times now. This film makes me want to be Scottish based of how good and entertaining it is. So good i definitely recommend and anyone saying otherwise needs to get their head checked!"
A second viewer wrote: "I enjoyed this movie tremendously. It was perfectly paced with a bunch of twists and turns. The music was great, it was visually stunning. 10/10 would definitely watch again!"
Another exclaimed: "THE BEST! So fresh and unexpected! Even better the 2nd time!"
A fourth penned: "One of the most creative and ambitious films of the year by far. Its hilarious mix of comedy and 'horror' creates a whole new platform of awesome, a definite must see teen classic."
Someone else added: 'Cult Classic in the making. Anyone who thinks this movie is just "silly fun" really isn’t getting it."It’s sharp, expert, political satire with a heart, that’s whip-smart and insanely funny. This is a must watch."
Another review read: "Really enjoyed this. Loved the darkly comedic zone of this film, which was very reminiscent of Trainspotting."
Somebody else echoed: "Get Duked! is so funny, stylish & consistent with its satire, I can't imagine it not becoming a cult hit, one where a group of pals can gather around the TV on an October night & have a good time."Like Shaun of the Dead meets Tucker & Dale, or Midsommar but the disturbia is replaced with broad comedy."
Get Duked! is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video now.
