Echoes of Betrayal
- Tagline
- In a time before history, trust was the first casualty.
- Description
- Set against the untamed backdrop of the prehistoric era, 'Echoes of Betrayal' is a harrowing tale of survival and treachery. When a once trusted member of their tribe commits an unforgivable act of deception, the hero, embodied by Emma Scone, must navigate a brutal world where alliances are as shifting as the sands. Kristin Squid Thomas stars as the survivalist who has mastered the savage land but struggles with the human heart's duplicity. Eddie Murphish delivers a chilling performance as the anti-hero whose ambitions set a dark odyssey in motion. Under the impartial lens of David Finch, this story explores the primitive roots of betrayal and the relentless quest for redemption.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 8.10
- ReleaseDate
- 08/01/2024
- Genre
- Tragedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
David Finch's 'Echoes of Betrayal' delves into the primordial psyche with a narrative that is as raw as it is reflective. Emma Scone delivers a poignant portrayal of a hero betrayed, infusing the role with both vulnerability and a steely resolve that resonates throughout the film's stark atmosphere. Kristin Squid Thomas stands out as a figure of survival, embodying the paradox of human strength and emotional frailty. Eddie Murphish's anti-hero is compelling, though at times his performance borders on the melodramatic, slightly undermining the film's otherwise austere tone. The cinematography captures the prehistoric landscape with arresting beauty, contrasting the story's undercurrent of human deceit. The R rating is justified, given the film's unflinching depiction of violence and the dark themes it wrestles with. While 'Echoes of Betrayal' is an ambitious attempt to distill the essence of treachery, it occasionally succumbs to the weight of its own narrative complexity. Nonetheless, it is a film that merits attention for its bold exploration of the human condition stripped down to its most fundamental betrayals.