Derrick Sims's feature is set in rural Arkansas, circa 1973, where the elderly Frank (Michael Ray Davis) and his young grandson known as D (Thor Wahlestedt) set out on a hunting trip late one afternoon. While deep in the woods, they track down what they believe is a deer that they shot, but instead they wound up killing their neighbor Marion Mitchell (Thomas Moore). Due to a long-running feud over land rights between Frank and Marion, Frank assures D that it would be a mistake to inform the police of the accident. Instead, the grandfather and grandson conspire to hide Marion's body in the woods. Perhaps not surprisingly, this action sets off a chain of events that lead to an escalation in violence and fear. Come Morning, which boasts wonderfully eerie cinematography, is an ultra-low-budget production that makes intelligent use of exterior locations to build a sense of paranoia and guilt. Less successful is the somewhat predictable story and uneven acting, which can range from overstated to amateurish. Still, this indie effort should be considered a strong optional purchase. (P. Hall)
Come Morning
Monarch, 80 min., not rated, DVD: $24.95, Blu-ray: $26.95 Volume 30, Issue 1
Come Morning
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