Charming and brutal

A Brilliant Conflict

It really made me laugh, but for some moments I was tearing up because I could relate so much.

One of the best movies of the year! Incredible from the beginning to the end.

OK, it's not a masterpiece, and I don't either think it claims or expects to be one, it is clearly low-budgeted and flawed, but it does its job: entertain. Actually, the setup part is a little too long, it could have been done better and more effectively without many useless, slow paced scenes, getting straight to the point and using more time to analyze the characters and the relationship between them.But when it does start, wow... this is torture porn at its goriest. I'm not a huge fan of blood and gore, but I liked the concept behind this movie. The message that I got from it is that, whatever bad a human being might be able to do, taking revenge, an eye for an eye, simply means lowering yourself to his own level of inhumanity. We do have law and punishment for a reason, not to masochistically give up any rightful feeling of revenge we might carry inside ourselves.The slaughterer turns into the victim, the victim turns into the slaughterer, what is the difference between them at the end of the movie? Just one, made by Derek's final decision, which I won't spoil here. But it's no big deal, Derek is not human anymore, anyway. Not anymore than his victim.All in all, philosophy apart, it's definitely worth a watch, if you can stand hard torture scenes and can overlook the bad acting and low budget setup.

Yes, most -if not all- of the people who gave this 9's and 10's are likely family and friends of the filmmakers, but the people giving it 1's are being pretty melodramatic and jaded.Cinematography, writing, acting, directing, editing, music - it's all passable. None of it really wow's, but it all gets the job done. A lot of the dialogue feels forced and unnatural, but none of it yanked me out of the narrative.Where the film excels is the violence. The gore effects are all very good and a lot of it succeeded in getting under my skin. I don't understand how so many reviews here can point out how good the effects are and still give the movie a 1. I think the technical work on the gore is easily worth at least a 3 out of 10 on it's own.(minor spoiler) My only major complaint is that I don't think people can scream like that with a tracheotomy. Though maybe I'm wrong there. I also didn't like how the mother character just completely disappeared from the movie after the funeral. (/end spoiler)As far as revenge films go, this isn't a satisfying ass-kicker like John Wick or The Crow, nor is it a classier drama like Man on Fire or Ransom. It's more of a torture film, comparable to Guinea Pig: Flower of Flesh and Blood. But if you're into that, definitely check this out.

DADDY'S LITTLE GIRL is a bold and bonkers torture-fest, as advertised. It also happens to be a moving indie-drama at the same time. If you like Horror realism with A+ gore-effects, welcome to your new favorite guilty- pleasure. The filmmaker nicely takes his time setting up the story during the first hour and then, well, I pity the unsuspecting viewer who doesn't know what's coming. For a micro-budget project, the acting is decent, the cinematography is well-done and the hardcore horror fans get their huge dose of over-the- top sadistic gnarly- ness. Haven't we all seen so many ridiculously bad attempts at low-budget Horror? I sure have and DADDY'S LITTLE GIRL is quite the opposite. Brilliant work.

Daddy's Little Girl is an Australian film (2012) written and directed by Chris Sun .Review - Firstly let me say , don't judge this film based on the scathing reviews some had for it on IMDb. I feel sometimes people don't immerse themselves in a film properly and pick simplistic flaws , rather than view its beauty. My only real complaint would be the fact there was NO physical evidence of the killer ? We know in this day and age there is always some minute piece of DNA these days . Its a flaw yes , but not one that drives the film.This film makes its point clear - you don't mess with anyone's child ! A parents revenge is more powerful than ANYONE else's ! Chris Sun has made this poignantly clear in this film. Through his use of an impressive fresh Aussie cast , hauntingly emotive beautiful music , fantastic visual locations and a well written and cleverly executed script ; Chris has been able to entice the viewer in and keep them hooked for the length of the film (and i admit ,pen in hand as usual , i found it hard to take notes during certain scenes - beach , funeral ,some of the torture- for review purposes). Six year old Georgia is played by Billi Baker ; an adorable little girl full of love , giggles and spirit like any child of that age. With her hauntingly blue eyes and fair hair , she was a clear choice for the role and displays such in her performance. Derek is played by Michael Thomson . As a doting dad , we see his love and affection for Georgia ; as he trudges through the rigmarole of balancing time with his daughter , work , social life , and battling with his ex over mundane issues (as do most separated / divorced parents). In an instant we see this lovable ,lively man ; become a hollow shell , hiding from the world and drowning in sorrow following the death of his daughter. His spark is only reignited when he exacts his revenge on his daughter's killer , in a variety of inventive (and well informed) ways. Colin (Derek's business partner and friend) is played by Sean Gannon . He tries to play therapist to his friend and at times is seen as a strong supportive character in the film. Tommy (Derek's brother) is played by Christian Redford . In the beginning he's just a loutish , goofy young man ; who believes the world is his oyster. At times he comes off a simple slacker , but as we learn in the film "there is more than meets the eye". Allira Jaques is Stacey (Georgia's mother and Derek's ex) . She plays the sole parent , struggling to prove she can do things for herself just perfectly. She is raw , reactive and inconsolable at the right moments. Last for a big mention is Darrell Plumridge as Detective Michael Harris . As our law enforcer trying desperately to solve a case with little to no leads , he ambles through the film , somewhat desperately trying to comfort Derek and also do his duty. Music in the film includes some impressive piano scores . A hauntingly ethereal piece is played when Georgia's body is discovered at the beach . The use of an emotional operatic piece during the funeral scene , adds to the distress and tugs at your heart to the verge of tears. Throughout the film these piano themed pieces are used (primarily during dream / memory sequences with Georgia) and are executed at perfect moments. The Sunshine Coast backdrops are a true thing of beauty (even a Sydney resident like i can admit that) . The location choices were superb . From the leafy street Georgia goes missing from ( i feel perhaps channel tens 'secrets and lies' copied you there Chris ) , the beach her body is discovered on (on the perfectly dull and graying day) , and even simple house locations. Being a parent I felt for this plot , it reached inside me and pulled at my reactive core. How would you react to this situation? If the police dragged their ass for 6 months , trying to solve your child's murder , would you take a form of vigilante justice ? I think an honest answer (for all parents) ...is YES!! This film preys on that awful dark feeling , which hides deep within us all, and pulls it forward into a bitter ugly limelight. It engages and engrosses you , in a sordid world of torture and leaves only a strange joy , when it's all over. This film on its own is amazing . A visually stimulating , emotional roller-coaster of sorrow , evil and vengeance. I won't discuss too in-depth about the plot itself , how it unfolds or who the killer is (which is apparent early on) . You know i don't like to spoil things and prefer for you to judge it for yourselves. I will however add that the torture itself is of a class of its own . The only pleasure to be deduced from the torture scenes ,should be one based on a purely emotional response to the evolution of the storyline. I would lastly like to thanks Chris Sun for NOT over indulging the viewer with an image during the discovery of Georgia's body . Less is best and you took that road well ....a lot of others would've used it to steer the anger , you did not . Tasteful and respectful to your viewers! Well don't Chris , I can't wait to see " Charlie's Farm" when that comes out soon !!