Rancour 2019
"The more you feed it, the more it grows."
In Dane Hallett's brisk but haunting 2019 drama *Rancour*, a mother makes a desperate visit to her estranged adult son, hoping to persuade him to say goodbye to their dying father in the hospital.
Director: Dane Hallett
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancour (2019) about?
A mother pleads with her estranged son to visit their dying father in the hospital, but his buried rage festers into something far more sinister. Their tense reunion spirals into a psychological horror as old wounds reopen with devastating consequences.
Who directed Rancour?
Dane Hallett directed this intense short, crafting a tight, atmospheric narrative that blends drama and horror seamlessly.
Who stars in Rancour?
The film features Travis Jeffery as the resentful son, Elaine Hudson as his visiting mother, alongside Neven Connolly and James Barry in pivotal supporting roles.
Is Rancour (2019) worth watching?
While its 20-minute runtime feels short, *Rancour* packs a punch with its tight storytelling and unsettling themes. Fans of psychological horror-drama will appreciate its raw emotional depth, even if the unrated status leaves some questions unanswered.
How long is Rancour?
The short film *Rancour* runs for 20 minutes.
About Rancour (2019) — A 20-minute horror-drama where resentment takes root and refuses to let go
In Dane Hallett's brisk but haunting 2019 drama *Rancour*, a mother makes a desperate visit to her estranged adult son, hoping to persuade him to say goodbye to their dying father in the hospital. What begins as a tense family confrontation quickly spirals into something far darker, as the son's simmering resentment takes on a life of its own, feeding on every bitter word and unresolved memory. This 20-minute psychological horror-drama thrives on atmosphere, weaving claustrophobic tension with raw emotional stakes, all underlining how grudges can metastasize when left unchecked.
With a taut script and unsettling direction, *Rancour* explores the corrosive power of anger and the way unresolved trauma can distort even the most intimate relationships. The confined setting and stark performances amplify the unease, making it a compact yet impactful dive into familial fracture. *Rancour (2019)* lingers in the mind long after it fades to black, a testament to how quickly hatred can grow when nurtured in silence.