July 30, 2008
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It's really popular in South America.Warning: Do not go into Malevolence director Stevan Mena's silly 2008 mockumentary Brutal Massacre expecting a gore-soaked, balls-out horror/comedy. Such a presumptuous endeavor will only lead to a severe case of the disappointments. Instead, prepare yourself for yet another entry into the faux-documentary genre, one that manages to overcome your increasing disdain for this particular storytelling device with the assistance of a stellar cast, a great script, and a slew of memorable moments. The film's unusually dry sense of humor is boosted by several strong performances from its cast of marginally familiar faces, including American Werewolf in London star David Naughton, horror icon Ken Foree, and Clerks alumni Brian O'Halloran. Most of the sitcom-style scenarios which occur in this old-school comedy of errors work exceptionally well, but when the film backfires, you can hear the report for miles. Additionally, some of the acting comes across a bit blocky, ruining a number of potentially hilarious routines in the process. However, despite its moldy collection of forgivable flaws, Brutal Massacre is an enjoyably goofy romp through the horror filmmaking process. Even if you wind up hating the whole bloody affair, you have to admit that ADR gag is priceless.
Recipe For Success: One Peculiar Sense Of Humor + Brian Freakin' O'Halloran + Ken Foree's Bowel Problems
Seriously Though: Slasher films for kids sounds like an exceptional idea to me.
Somebody call my agent.
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