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Meet Ken Boyd: small-town loner and comic-book nerd, making ends meet by pushing a broom around the local ice-cream parlour. Fresh out of the loony bin, where he spent years recovering from the horrific torture he suffered at the hands of the high school basketball jocks, Ken (Corrigan) wants nothing more than to just be left alone.
But when the lovely Stephanie (Davis) comes into Ken s life and he is reunited with his estranged, 11 year old daughter Amy, things finally seem to be looking up. Even his constantly disappointed mother (Black) and the town Sheriff (Bostwick) start to treat him with a little more respect. That is, until those very same jocks that Ken deems responsible for his ruined life start turning up dead...
Directed by Jack Perez (Mega Shark Vs. Giant Octopus) and executive produced by John Landis (An American Werewolf in London), Some Guy Who Kills People is screaming out to be seen.
funny, bloody, really sweet... a welcome breath of fresh air -BLOODY DISGUSTING
Great, gory, unpredictable fun. One hell of a funny picture. --FANGORIA
But when the lovely Stephanie (Davis) comes into Ken s life and he is reunited with his estranged, 11 year old daughter Amy, things finally seem to be looking up. Even his constantly disappointed mother (Black) and the town Sheriff (Bostwick) start to treat him with a little more respect. That is, until those very same jocks that Ken deems responsible for his ruined life start turning up dead...
Directed by Jack Perez (Mega Shark Vs. Giant Octopus) and executive produced by John Landis (An American Werewolf in London), Some Guy Who Kills People is screaming out to be seen.
funny, bloody, really sweet... a welcome breath of fresh air -BLOODY DISGUSTING
Great, gory, unpredictable fun. One hell of a funny picture. --FANGORIA
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. J. Ryden
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Reading the blurb and the various reviews I was expecting a bloody, black comedy; which Some Guys Who Kills People is to some extent but in the end it's far more than that.
Kevin, freshly released from a mental institution, works in an ice-cream parlour whose simple life is dominated by his critical boss, overbearing mother and constant run-ins with the now-grown-up school bullies who made his life a misery. His only friend is Irv, colleague from work, who advises Ken to stand up for himself. Of course, once Ken's ex-tormentors begin meeting gruesome endings the Sheriff and his Deputy begin closing in.
Ultimately, it's actually a rather sad film(in the true sense of the word). Ken's life is nothing to write home about though he somehow manages to keep a brave face despite being treated like dirt by family and peers. The relationship between he and his mother, and ex-girlfriend, were the focus of the film in my opinion. Emasculated, it's hard not to feel sympathy for him as he's constantly belittled and undermined.
The blossoming friendship between he and Stephanie is heartwarming and unsurprisingly awkward (given Ken's lack of social finesse); not entirely essential to the script but a nice addition nonetheless. The Sheriff and lackey are both comedy gold with their dead-pan banter as they investigate the grisly trail of dismembered limbs.
In short, a remarkably touching comedy-drama about some simple guy who dreams of revenge and a better life.
Kevin, freshly released from a mental institution, works in an ice-cream parlour whose simple life is dominated by his critical boss, overbearing mother and constant run-ins with the now-grown-up school bullies who made his life a misery. His only friend is Irv, colleague from work, who advises Ken to stand up for himself. Of course, once Ken's ex-tormentors begin meeting gruesome endings the Sheriff and his Deputy begin closing in.
Ultimately, it's actually a rather sad film(in the true sense of the word). Ken's life is nothing to write home about though he somehow manages to keep a brave face despite being treated like dirt by family and peers. The relationship between he and his mother, and ex-girlfriend, were the focus of the film in my opinion. Emasculated, it's hard not to feel sympathy for him as he's constantly belittled and undermined.
The blossoming friendship between he and Stephanie is heartwarming and unsurprisingly awkward (given Ken's lack of social finesse); not entirely essential to the script but a nice addition nonetheless. The Sheriff and lackey are both comedy gold with their dead-pan banter as they investigate the grisly trail of dismembered limbs.
In short, a remarkably touching comedy-drama about some simple guy who dreams of revenge and a better life.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Dog1
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Looking at the cover you would think this was a low budget B movie, in other words rubbish.
For the first 10 minutes you have your doubts this film will be good but then it slowly sucks you in, then when it has you it starts to unwind a very interesting and intriging tale.
The lead characters inabillity to communicate is frustrating and entertaining to the point of obsession.
If you haven't seen it it's definitely worth a look. One of my all time favourite films which keeps you guessing till the end.
Although the bird from Shaun of the Dead is starting to look a bit ropey.
For the first 10 minutes you have your doubts this film will be good but then it slowly sucks you in, then when it has you it starts to unwind a very interesting and intriging tale.
The lead characters inabillity to communicate is frustrating and entertaining to the point of obsession.
If you haven't seen it it's definitely worth a look. One of my all time favourite films which keeps you guessing till the end.
Although the bird from Shaun of the Dead is starting to look a bit ropey.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Tommy D
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Ken Boyd (Kevin Corrigan- `The Departed')has the sort of life only a deranged masochist would be jealous of. He lives with his far from doting mother after being released from a mental institution or `looney bin' as he calls it. His best mate has managed to get him a job at an ice cream parlour where the boss takes great pleasure out of making him feel small. He finds it hard to sleep as he is continually haunted by flash backs to the guys that help put him over the edge.
Then he is sent to a private function where one of his prior tormentors is actually celebrating his birthday - Ken has to dress up as ice cream cone, which only adds to the continuing torture.
Then the tormentor turns up dead and enter Sherriff Walt Fuller played by the brilliant Barry Bostwick, he has a career going back to the seventies and played `Brad' in `The Rocky Horror Picture Show', so I will always have a massive soft spot in my heart for him, and needless to say he steals every scene he is in -fan,bloody tastic. He has a trusty sidekick who is more into puns than boring old detective work. We also have a love interest played by Lucy Davis who I also love and she plays it just the right side of English quirky. But just when you think things can't get any more mysterious his eleven year old daughter turns up and sort of gets things moving at a rate of knots. Meanwhile the body count rises. None of the above is a plot spoiler but more a scene setter to entice you to watch this brilliant little film.
Written by Ryan A. Levin who is better known for `Scrubs', this is one of those films that slipped under the radar and really does deserve a lot more attention.... Read more ›
Then he is sent to a private function where one of his prior tormentors is actually celebrating his birthday - Ken has to dress up as ice cream cone, which only adds to the continuing torture.
Then the tormentor turns up dead and enter Sherriff Walt Fuller played by the brilliant Barry Bostwick, he has a career going back to the seventies and played `Brad' in `The Rocky Horror Picture Show', so I will always have a massive soft spot in my heart for him, and needless to say he steals every scene he is in -fan,bloody tastic. He has a trusty sidekick who is more into puns than boring old detective work. We also have a love interest played by Lucy Davis who I also love and she plays it just the right side of English quirky. But just when you think things can't get any more mysterious his eleven year old daughter turns up and sort of gets things moving at a rate of knots. Meanwhile the body count rises. None of the above is a plot spoiler but more a scene setter to entice you to watch this brilliant little film.
Written by Ryan A. Levin who is better known for `Scrubs', this is one of those films that slipped under the radar and really does deserve a lot more attention.... Read more ›
By H. C. JACOBS
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Although lacking in the budget department, this movie has good actors and a good story. The comedy is dark and funny, with quite a few good one liners (especially from a dead pan Barry Bostwick). Thoroughly enjoyed it and will watch again in the near future. Give it a chance, you will enjoy it.
By Stephen P.
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This DVD was not that bad not great i would say it was a good B movie I don't think the title helps
By R. Murphy
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Quite enjoyable although in the end a little predictable film about some guy who kills people. But done very well and the lead parts are played superbly by Kevin Corrigan and Ariel Gade. More humourous than the title might suggest while at the same time able to say something meaningful about bullies, victims and how people turn out in the end. Humm that actually sounds a little high-brow or boring, which this film definitely is not! Give it a go, I think you'll enjoy it.
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Enjoyed the film very different and funny in parts .. Past on to friends to watch sure they will enjoy
By Albatross
Format:DVD
If you can ignore the slightly cheesy title, you'll find this is actually one of those rare hidden gems of films. It crosses many genres. It can go from grisly serial-killer flick to touching family drama in a matter of scenes, plus it throws in a good few black comedy moments (mainly courtesy of the Sherriff's dry humour).
It's about a man who's recently been released from state psychiatric care (or simply `the loonie bin' as he keeps referring to it). He lives with his mother and gets a low-key job in an ice cream parlour. However, when he's not serving up cherries on sundaes, he's gruesomely hacking to bits a pack of high school bullies who he blames for putting him into care.
He seems quite content with this until one day, by accident, he literally bumps into his long lost daughter who, in turn, seems to take HIM under her wing and invoke a daddy-daughter reunion. Not only is the film both violent and touching, but it also manages to do something that few films can, i.e. have a child actor that you actually like. His daughter is both brash and yet endearing and the young actress is certainly going to be one to watch in the future.
If your sense of humour leans towards the `black side' you should enjoy watching the various relationships rise and fall. If you can stomach a small amount of gore and blood you will be rewarded with a funny and touching experience.
It's about a man who's recently been released from state psychiatric care (or simply `the loonie bin' as he keeps referring to it). He lives with his mother and gets a low-key job in an ice cream parlour. However, when he's not serving up cherries on sundaes, he's gruesomely hacking to bits a pack of high school bullies who he blames for putting him into care.
He seems quite content with this until one day, by accident, he literally bumps into his long lost daughter who, in turn, seems to take HIM under her wing and invoke a daddy-daughter reunion. Not only is the film both violent and touching, but it also manages to do something that few films can, i.e. have a child actor that you actually like. His daughter is both brash and yet endearing and the young actress is certainly going to be one to watch in the future.
If your sense of humour leans towards the `black side' you should enjoy watching the various relationships rise and fall. If you can stomach a small amount of gore and blood you will be rewarded with a funny and touching experience.
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Just awful. I do not like to criticize films but would urge you not to spend your money here. There are so many better films.
Published 3 months ago by B. J. Anstey
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Great film
I watched this film on DVD tonight. I have to say, I really enjoyed it. The plot is intricate, so it keeps you guessing and, I have to admit, I never saw the ending coming. Read more
Published 5 months ago by FJY
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Give this a watch
This is a surprisingly good black comedy shot on a low budget that is well worth a watch
Kevin Corrigan stars as Ken Boyd, a 30 year old loser who lives with his mother. Read more
Kevin Corrigan stars as Ken Boyd, a 30 year old loser who lives with his mother. Read more
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