Cram: Study Like Your Life Depends On It

10 Comments | 2023, Abie Sidell, Brandon E.Burto, Carolina Đỗ., CRAM, Digital & On Demand, Horror Movie, John Dimino, Library, March 17, Mysterious Stacks, Rolando Chushan, Student, Study Like Your Life Depends On It, terror films | By Donovan Villarica | February 11, 2023 | 2 minutes of reading

Cram a word most of us are not familiar with but in Japan, a thing called Cram School. It is a place where after going to school, you will review what you just learned. Many Students wanted to have perfect grades and impress their families and future employers. They study way too much in a short period. They are hoping all those information will be absorbed by their head. Some people can pull it off but to Cram is no Joke.

I never had a perfect score and never got Awards in school but at least I kept my sanity intact. A friend of mine is a crammer and I know how much depression it put him through because he was desperate to get into an Ivy League School.

The Movie Cram is directed by Abie Sidell. He is the founder of Radical Rhinoceros Pictures. He use to make music videos and short films. Finally gets to make his first Full Feature film that shows some promise to be a cult classic.

Cram Official Trailer

Marc (John DiMino) Neglected his final paper when he still had time. Now he has to race against the hours in able for him to pass. Marc will attempt to finish it overnight at the Library. It has the books, the internet access, and the silence he needed to focus on for the last minutes he has.

Now, despite how impossibly difficult it seems, he feels the strain of having to do the final paper the entire night. As he struggles to concentrate since the task is difficult, he eventually nods off. He opened his eyes to see that his documents were gone, forcing him to start over from scratch. This time, there was an unsettling presence that might endanger his life. What horror resides inside the library for him?

Cram will be accessible digitally at Terror Films starting on March 17. John Dimino, Brandon E. Burton, and Rolando Chusan all appear in the film.

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harrisonskreutzer

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#1 Feb 11, 2023

Movie trailer gives me PTSD, I totally relate to the feeling of cramming during college. I remember pulling all-nighters just to study for exams and trying to retain all that information in such a short period of time. It was a tough time but I'm glad I made it through. The pressure to get good grades can be overwhelming

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sozozemi

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#2 Feb 11, 2023

I managed to graduate from college while doing very little studying. I think there's more to life than just doing well in school and making others like you. However, I am able to comprehend why certain pupils experience academic pressure.

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Geoff

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#3 Feb 11, 2023

"I can understand the pressure from parents to excel in school. My parents were also very strict when it comes to academics and I used to cram a lot because of that. It was a tough experience but I learned to manage my time better and find a balance between studying and taking care of my mental health."

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zlemune

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#4 Feb 11, 2023

I'm open to watching low budget films, but right now I just want to rest. The concept of "Cram" sounds great, but I think I'll have to wait until I have more energy to fully enjoy it. Sometimes the best stories come from the most unexpected places, but right now I just need a break.

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RiverCity

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#5 Feb 11, 2023

I'm considering watching "Cram." The concept of the movie, with a student trying to finish a final paper overnight at the library, is relatable. It takes me back to my college days and the pressure to perform well academically.
I appreciate the idea of showing how intense the cramming culture can be and the struggles students face. The horror aspect adds an exciting twist to the story. I'm curious to see how the director, Abie Sidell, showcases this theme in a full feature film.

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Bruno

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#6 Feb 11, 2023

The concept of "Cram" seems like a cool idea for a movie. I mean, who hasn't experienced the pressure of needing to perform well in school? The idea of a student trying to finish a final paper overnight at the library, only to face some sort of horror, adds an exciting twist to the story.

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Victoria

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#7 Feb 11, 2023

You know guys, it's not just about having a good concept, it's also about executing it well. The director, Abie Sidell, has experience in making music videos and short films, but this is his first full feature film. I'm curious to see how he handles the transition and if he can successfully bring the concept to life.

I think the success of this film will depend on how well the director handles the balance between the academic pressure and the horror elements. If they can pull it off, I think "Cram" has the potential to be a really cool film. Fingers crossed!

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Jaspreet

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#8 Feb 17, 2023

I was never a Crammer but the thing is the majority are crammers these days as they don't think about learning the main motive behind education. And certainly, I am interested in this Cram movie.

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