What They Say (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 2011, What They Say is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Justin R. Romine, running about 16 minutes. “Evil lies within. How long will it stay there?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. They thought she had the perfect life; wealthy and privileged, an honor student with her whole life mapped out. What they didnt know was what lied inside of her; pain and anguish; tearing at her until there was nothing left. Lost and alone, the young woman (Heather Dorff), finds solace in the form of a glistening blade, splitting her skin deeply. Her self-indulgent mother and obnoxious sister (Kelsey Zukowski), are completely oblivious to her inner-turmoil. She has long since become numb to the world around her, getting that sensual release, as the razor cuts deeper, watching the blood drip, is all that matters. As soon as the last drop falls, the calm is stripped away from her with it. How far will she go to silence the hunger that now consumes her? Will she be able to regain control of her life, body, and sanity?

Who’s in it. What They Say stars Heather Dorff as Unnamed / Narrator, Kelsey Zukowski as Sister, Tina Renée Grace as Ex-Best Friend and Kitsie Duncan as Mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, What They Say has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch What They Say page.

If you liked it. Fans of What They Say tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch What They Say (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for What They Say change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is What They Say worth watching?
What They Say holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in What They Say?
What They Say stars Heather Dorff, Kelsey Zukowski, Tina Renée Grace, Kitsie Duncan and Dave Juehring.
When was What They Say released?
What They Say was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.