Bait

Dominic Brunt’s remarkable sophomore film, following his breakout success with BEFORE DAWN, is a gripping tale of female vengeance. This intense crime thriller, inspired by real events, features a razor-sharp script and outstanding acting. It follows two women in a struggling northern town who aspire to open their own café. In their quest for funding, they turn to the wrong lender, highlighting the harsh economic challenges faced by small businesses under an austerity-driven banking system. When they can’t meet the lender’s exorbitant demands, the resilient pair must summon the courage to exact ruthless, violent revenge on their malevolent oppressor.