It’s the kind of film that moves with confidence, never rushing to explain itself and never apologizing for what it leaves unsaid. The story unfolds methodically, allowing meaning to surface through atmosphere. Nothing feels accidental, yet nothing feels forced, the film trusts its own rhythm. Much of that confidence is anchored by Ethan Mellinger’s incredible performance. He brings a rare combination of precision and power. What makes his work stand out is not any single emotional peak, but the consistency of his presence—how even the smallest reactions feel intentional. There’s a sense t…
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The Bad Luck Hat
2023 EN 76 min
Overview
Looking for a new start in his life, a model (Caleb Mellinger) moves to a town that is also home to a mentally unstable school principal (Ethan Mellinger) who will stop at nothing to keep the people close to him from knowing too much about a dark secret from his past.
Release date
14/05/2023
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1
Popularity
0.2
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Ethan Mellinger
Jeff Strikes/Nate Walker
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Caleb Mellinger
Alex Wilson/Lewis Parsons
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Jason Mellinger
Damien Copper
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Jim Mellinger
Jud Boltz
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Luke Welsh
Dylan Lavine
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Karen Mellinger
Lisa Sutton
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Melissa Mellinger
The Thief
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Brad Mellinger
Chad
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Mary Anne Fahnestock
Deb Johnson
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Liam Roth
Young Jeff Strikes
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