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Movie Info

TMDB Rating: ⭐ 6.5 (42 votes)
Release Date: July 03, 2025
Runtime: 94 minutes
Genres:
Horror Thriller
Budget: $0
Revenue: $55,438
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
39
39/100
Metacritic
4.6/10
IMDb
1,677 votes

Please Don't Feed the Children

2025

Also known as: 🇫🇷 FR: S'il vous plaît, ne nourrissez pas les enfants
Horror Thriller 94 min 4.6/10

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 4/5
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Connections with other movies

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Box Office

Budget: $0
Revenue: $55,438
Profit $55,438

Keywords

#absurd 176 #psychopath 106 #child abuse 52 #apocalypse 40 #child kidnapping 35 #cat and mouse 15 #dead parents 6 #orphan girl 3 #trapped in a house 3 #orphans 3 #children on the run 2 #children 2 #prisoners 1 #grieving mother 1

Trivia & Fun Facts about Please Don't Feed the Children

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  • The film was shot on location in various abandoned buildings in the southern United States, which added to the unsettling atmosphere and authenticity of the post-apocalyptic setting.

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  • In a scene featuring a broken doll, the filmmakers included a reference to the classic horror film 'The Shining', with a similar doll design that fans of both movies might recognize.

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  • Michelle Dockery underwent extensive training in survival skills to convincingly portray her character's resilience and adaptability in the harsh environment.

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  • In one scene, a character accidentally drops a flashlight, which flickers inconsistently; this was not scripted and was retained in the final cut for its eerie effect.

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  • Destry Allyn Spielberg has cited the works of horror director John Carpenter as a significant influence on his visual style and approach to tension in 'Please Don't Feed the Children'.

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  • The film's haunting score was composed using a mix of traditional instruments and electronic sounds, reflecting the juxtaposition of childhood innocence and horror throughout the story.

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  • The film was shot in an abandoned amusement park in the southern United States, which added a layer of eeriness to the already haunting atmosphere of the story.

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  • Michelle Dockery and Zoe Colletti spent several weeks engaging in workshops to develop their characters' backstories, ensuring a more authentic portrayal of their roles as survivors in a post-apocalyptic world.

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  • The soundtrack features a blend of eerie ambient sounds and children's nursery rhymes, creating a chilling juxtaposition that enhances the film's horror elements.

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  • A subtle nod to Destry Allyn Spielberg's father, Steven Spielberg, is present in a scene where one of the orphans watches an old VHS tape of 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial', symbolizing lost innocence.

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  • During a tense chase scene, a shadow can be seen moving in the background that does not belong to any of the characters, which some fans speculate was an unintentional effect of the practical lighting setup.

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  • This film marks the first collaboration between director Destry Allyn Spielberg and actress Regan Aliyah, both of whom share a passion for exploring darker themes in their work.

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  • The film's narrative touches on similar themes of survival and loss found in 'The Road', showcasing the struggle of children in a dystopian setting.

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