Summer Scars is a British 2007 drama movie directed by Julian Richards presented on DVD.
Ditching school a group of working class 14 year olds enter the woods to mess about and ride a stolen moped. Soon they encounter an older drifter who after earning their trust commences to teach them lessons in loyalty and friendship with a soldier-like game designed to test their endurance. By then the manipulation of each of the kids has begun in earnest with each of their hidden weakness exposed. A taut and minimalist exploration of bullying shot with Dogme intensity Summer Scars is a cautionary tale of wayfaring strangers and the value of safety in numbers.
Special Features
- Director's Commentary
- Making Of (30mins)
Summer Scars Movie Reviews
“An inexperienced cast don't always make the most of a slippery, unsettling script by Al Wilson, but Amy Harvey's nuanced portrayal of tomboy Leanne – all braces and bolshie attitude up front, yet shy and vulnerable underneath – is a stand-out.” Time Out
“Summer Scars develops into something altogether more disturbing, with a climax as brutal as any Hollywood slasher.” Little White Lies
“Despite the snappy running time, Scars is occasionally unfocused – until its fiercely sadistic final 20 minutes, which coil the uneasy mood into something unexpectedly distressing.” Total Film
“Creepy, atmospheric, low-budget British thriller that maintains tension throughout.” View London