High Stakes

High Stakes

Sanctuary isn't as safe as it used to be

2008 · 85 min · Horror

A girl named Lydia gives shelter to a young boy who has probably met with an accident. She takes him home for help. However, things change for Lydia as the boy murders her father. Shocked and grief-stricken she runs to the local church.

Directed by Peter Ferris · Written by Michael Doyle

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