Calibre

Calibre

Year: 2018

Runtime: 101 min

Language: English

Director: Matt Palmer

Echo Score: 75
Thriller

During a hunting trip in the remote Scottish Highlands, two close friends find themselves in a situation that tests the bonds of their friendship and forces them to confront their morals. A violent incident leads to a desperate attempt to cover up the truth, escalating the danger and forcing them to question their loyalty to each other as they struggle to survive.

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1

Weekend Hunting Trip Begins

Marcus, an aggressive businessman, invites his old boarding-school friend Vaughn to a hunting trip in the Scottish Highlands. Vaughn, who is about to become a father, is unfamiliar with hunting, setting the stage for an unexpected journey.

Scottish Highlands
2

First Night at the Pub

Their adventure kicks off at a village pub where they meet Logan, a community leader, along with two local women, Kara and Iona. The evening is filled with dancing and drinks, showcasing the lively spirit of the community.

Village Pub
3

Marcus's Reckless Night

After a night of revelry, Marcus chooses to spend the night with Kara, disregarding warnings about his reckless actions. Meanwhile, Vaughn shares a meaningful moment with Iona but pulls back, reminded of his impending fatherhood.

Village Pub
4

Hunting Trip Preparations

As dawn breaks, Marcus wakes a still-hungover Vaughn to prepare for their hunting excursion. Vaughn discovers that Marcus has used cocaine the previous night, raising his concerns about their integrity during the hunt.

Dawn Scottish Highlands
5

Tragic Accident

During the hunt, a grave mistake occurs when Vaughn accidentally shoots and kills a young boy, who was hidden behind a deer. The boy’s father confronts Vaughn, and in a panic, Marcus shoots the father, escalating the situation.

Scottish Highlands
6

Cover-Up Decisions

Despite Vaughn's wish to report the incident, Marcus convinces him to conceal the tragic accident, fearing they would be wrongfully accused of murder. They decide to hide the bodies and lie about where the incident took place.

Scottish Highlands
7

Burial of the Bodies

That night, they dig graves to bury the boy and his father, but the tension rises further as Marcus insists they retrieve the bullets from the boy’s skull. This act of concealment deepens their moral corruption.

Night Scottish Highlands
8

Growing Suspicion

As they prepare to leave the village, their troubles compound when a petrol station owner overhears their conversation, raising suspicions within the tight-knit community. The stakes increase as they realize their deception may unravel.

Petrol Station
9

Conflict with the Locals

Tensions escalate with the locals, particularly with Brian, Logan's brother, as they begin to search for the hidden bodies. Vaughn soon finds out that the boys they killed are linked to the community, amplifying the threat they face.

Scottish Highlands
10

Marcus Abandons Vaughn

Faced with mounting pressure, Marcus attempts to escape, leaving Vaughn to deal with the consequences alone. This creates a pivotal moment where Vaughn is left vulnerable and exposed to the wrath of the locals.

Scottish Highlands
11

Ultimate Dilemma

Cornered by Brian, Vaughn faces a horrifying ultimatum: kill Marcus or suffer dire consequences. Struggling with his conscience and the loyalty to his family, Vaughn ultimately succumbs to pressure and takes Marcus's life.

Scottish Highlands
12

Cover-Up Guidance

In the aftermath of Marcus's death, locals step in to assist Vaughn in misleading the police during their questioning. This secrecy attempts to protect him while entangling him further into the web of deceit.

Scottish Highlands
13

Vaughn's Emotional Burden

Months later, Vaughn awakens with his newborn, a seemingly joyful moment clouded by his past. The weight of his decisions weighs heavily on him, transforming him into a shadow of the man he once was.

Months later

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