The Shortcut (2009)

★ 4.7 1h 40m 140 votes IMDb
Horror Thriller Mystery
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When Derek moves to a new town and discovers a shortcut through the woods to his high school, he learns about a crazy old man who lives near its path: Legend has it that he abducted a group of teenagers years ago. Ignoring the warning, Derek and his friends set out to uncover the dark secret that's buried deep in the woods. But will they survive to tell it?

The Shortcut

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Cast

Drew Seeley
Drew Seeley as Derek Age 44 · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Drew Seeley is a Canadian actor, singer-songwriter and dancer..
Shannon Woodward
Shannon Woodward as Lisa Age 41 · Phoenix, Arizona, USA Shannon Woodward  (born December 17, 1984) is an American actress known for her roles on Raising Hope and The Riches..
Dave Franco
Dave Franco as Mark Age 41 · Palo Alto, California, USA David John Franco (born June 12, 1985) is an American actor and filmmaker. He began his career with small roles in films such as Superbad(2007) and Charlie St. Cloud (2010).
Katrina Bowden
Katrina Bowden as Christy Age 37 · Wyckoff, New Jersey, USA Katrina Bowden (born September 19, 1988) is an American actress. She is known for her short role as Britney Jennings on One Life to Live (2006) and for her role as Cerie in 30 Rock (2006–2013). Bowde...
Raymond J. Barry
Raymond J. Barry as Old Man / Ivor Age 87 · Hempstead, Long Island, New York, USA Raymond John Barry (born March 14, 1939) is an American film, television, and stage actor. He was nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his performance in the film St...
Kent Allen
Kent Allen as Mr. Hartley
Director Nicholaus Goossen
Cast Drew Seeley, Shannon Woodward, Dave Franco, Katrina Bowden, Raymond J. Barry, Kent Allen, Wendy Anderson, Jeremy Bastian, Cavan Cunningham, Shannon Jardine

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iluvdvds Jul 12, 2012
Despite its modest budget, this film proves to be a very welcome addition to the horror genre. As its title suggests, AVOID THE SHORTCUT avoids being a dull rehash of tired cliches and insteads plays with these loved horror conventions to create an exciting and very well made horror film. If you want to take a break from the constant flurry of torture porn flicks, then take a look at this creepy chiller. A great story, interesting characters and a very twisted villian make this a surprisingly fun and enjoyable movie!

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