The setup of the story for the fathers downward spiral was reasonably done and one many part time fathers will identify with. Time was taken to show the relationship between the father and sons which means the climax feels a little rushed. Acting performances are good but some parts of the plot line are baffling. Like when the cabin is burned down so they can escape. Surely a stealthy escape would have given them more time? No movie is perfect and after seeing the reviews I wasn't expecting too much but despite the faults this was time well spent and a nice change from the blockbuster movie norm.

Giving 7 star just because Tom.. this movie is kind creepy

Usually I go by the review from IMDb ... This one I totally disagree with... It holds you on the Edge/ as the title reads. It is about an abusive situation and very realistically done. Most of know someone like this guy or have known ... He continues to make stupid decisions and the kids are trying to respect him as their parent until their sense of survival kicks in. This is a don't miss movie!!!

Good grief; who wrote this stupid, inane script or story for that matter. All the way through a tough watch except for the scenes of northern woods. The oldest most stupid clichés of "lost cabin in the woods" abound. Nobody travels in deep snow in a Creep Cherokee (Jeeps are junk),or any vehicle without a shovel to dig out. The father's "lunacy" of possibly losing his kids is totally unbelievable junk written by a trained ape! (sorry apes) The most terrible trash I've ever sat through. The poor kid actors; they tried and even looked guilty as they gushed out their stupid lines. The biggest laugh of all is Amazon wants $10 to watch this drivel!