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Summary: Whoo boy, this is a tough one.
Review: God, VULGAR is a tough experience. It's a very good movie, but it's very hard to watch. Will Carlson (Brian O'Halloran) already has a worthless life BEFORE he gets raped by a sick, sadistic psycho and his two idiot sons (these scenes are graphic and intense, but perhaps not as graphic as the hype has led you to belive). Soon after, he saves the life of a little girl and makes it big, even landing a gig as the host of his own TV show. Of course, the rapists call him up and blackmail him, having videotaped their brutal violation. Tough, tough, depressing - but humorously so. It's so dark, you might find yourself laughing.Also included on the VULGAR DVD is a commentary on DOGMA. But rather than it being a look at Dogma - which would be hard to explain, this being a different movie - it is more a look at the complaints that DOGMA brought on from the Catholic activists. While it is sort of interesting, why does Kevin Smith really feel the need to respond so strongly to his detractors? Don't give them the time of day, and certainly not a special commentary devoted entirely to the people who protest purely for the press. DOGMA was a great flick, and it stands up for itself; there is no need to ride to its defense.
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Summary: A very funny, Very Dark and Twisted Movie........
Review: ....But I Liked It a lot! I just want to start by saying that this movie is not for everyone. It is hilarious at some points and then at others you find yourself saying why the hell am I watching this movie?!? The story is Powerfull and has a message, which should be found out and interpreted on your own. Brian O'Halloran, Kevin Smith, Scott Mosier, Walt Flannagan and the writer/director himself Bryan Johnson all bring the story to Life Nicely. Jerry Lewkowitz and Ethen Suplee also have Key roles and do a nice Job. In closing I just want to say that this movie is very dark, but after your through watching it you'll be glad you did.
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Summary: Hardcore View Askewers Only
Review: I picked this up at the video store having no idea what to expect. What I got was exactly that. While in the beginning scenes it is funny, this is a very, very strange film although it is fairly generic at it's heart. This is not a comedy. We've seen this plot many times before only this time the twist is it's a guy that is the victim. I'm not going to go into the plot, if you are curious you are going to see it anyway. Be aware that a heinous and brutal crime is at the centerpiece and is extremely unpleasant to watch.
I have loved everything Kevin Smith has made, and while this is not his movie, it has the same feel to it. At times it feels like the "lost" film between Clerks and Mallrats.
The Kevin Smith cameos, as well as Jason Mewes, Scott Mosier, and some other faces you'll recognize keep the movie interesting. However it has a drawn out scene that is so unpleasant it's virtually guranteed to turn off the casual observer immediately. (the implied torture/murder of a child was particularly vile) This ain't a date flick folks. At times you'll be thankful for what you DIDN'T see while still being repulsed by what you are seeing. On the plus side Brian O'Holloran does a good job as does the rest of the cast in their limited roles.
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Summary: A Laugh Riot!
Review: "Woo hoo! That was a laugh riot! I can't control myself because of such excessive laughter!" That is what you'll be saying after viewing this film. Vulgar is a light romp from start to finish. It is 50% romantic comedy, 50% drama, 50% coming-of-age, and 100% FUN! If you liked Sweet Home Alabama, you'll love Vulgar. Flappy the Clown (played by Dante Hicks) is down on his luck. Then he gets a crazy get-rich-quick scheme and mayhem ensues! On his first night of his scheme, he runs into some eccentric characters, and the crazy chaos just keeps a-comin'. After surviving that crazy night, he shows up to a girl's birthday party and rescues her from her overprotective father. Flappy Saves The Day! This leads to him being famous and eventually, he lands his own television show! However, just as things are looking up and up, it turns out that the TV show was not the only thing he acted in! Those darn eccentric characters from before show up again and Flappy's life turns to pure zany crazy chaos mayhem! Vulgar is the perfect movie for all ages, and would make a great family movie. Vulgar is also the perfect date movie. This movie is better than Snow Dogs and That Darn Cat combined! It also makes the upcoming Kangaroo Jack look more like Kangaroo [poop]! You should buy a copy for your mother and your grandmother because they will love you more. I hope you enjoy this film and remember to take care of yourself, because you're the only you you've got... and I'm not clowning around!
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Summary: FRIGHTENEING BUT GREAT
Review: I THOUGHT THIS WAS A VERY FRIGHTENING STORY WITH LOTS OF ISSUES. I ALSO THOUGHT IT WAS A GREAT MOVIE. I LEARNED ABOUT THIS MOVIE EARLIER THIS WHILE LISTENING TO THE HOWARD STERN SHOW. THEY TALKED ABOUT IT AND I WAS INTERESTED SINCE THEN, I COULDN'T WAIT FOR IT TO BE RELEASED. THE CHARACTERS WERE BELIEVABLE AND SO WERE THE SITUATIONS. IT VERY TOUCHED ON EVERY POSSIBLE FEELING. I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH!
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Summary: Middle of the road
Review: The Upside - The movie has great dialogue and it's interesting to watch Brian O' Hollaran, Bryan Johnson, Kevin Smith, and all take on very different roles than we're used to seeing them in. The Downside - The hotel room rape scene was WAY too much information. I don't think I'll could ever invite a clown to my kids birthday party ever again.
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Summary: A sick, disgusting, disturbing film!
Review: Flappy the clown is a down on his luck party performer. Living in a run-down house, driving a beat-up car, and never having any money in his pockets, Flappy decides to re-invent himself...as Vulgar, a cross-dressing party clown for adults. What Vulgar doesn't know is that his first party will be for a bunch of demented rednecks who gang rape, and beat him. Humiliated, and near suicide Flappy believes his life to be over, until a strange twist of fate makes him a hero. Thrown into the spotlight for saving a child in a hostage situation, Flappy has fame, fortune, and finally some peace in his life, until his attackers surface and threaten to expose a video tape of his rape. 'Vulgar' is truly one of the sickest, twisted, most disturbing films in recent years. How Kevin Smith of 'Clerks', and 'Dogma' fame could back this film by being it's producer is beyond me! Shot low-budget, on yellowish grainy film 'Vulgar' is an ugly movie, about even uglier people that burns into your mind like a hot poker. This film is categorized as a dark comedy, but is anything but...it's not funny, it's not serious, it's just disgusting. Many people will be talking about this sick film, but beware it's not for everyone...actually it's not for anyone. Nick Gonnella
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Summary: GOd what was smith thinking
Review: Normally, i love kevin smith and think movies like dogma are masterpieces. I have read from other movies that kevin smith did not actually write this which would fiqure why it is nothing like any of his other movies. WHile this movie did not offend me, it is dark and disturbing and not for the light of heart. This movie is total crap, why the hell did kevin smith even co produce this? Save yourself the one dollar it costs to rent this and see a classic like dogma or jay and slient bob strike back
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Summary: STUPID...CHEAP...DISGUSTING...HORRIBLY ACTED/DIRECTED
Review: This is the 1st movie that I've ever purchased and after viewing IMMEDIATELY put in the trash can. Normally I would at least resell the item, but I don't wish to put another person through such an sloppy attempt at a film. I love a good indi film, art-house film, or slightly-off film...this movie is NONE these. In a nuthouse, it SUX!!!
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Summary: wow!
Review: what an unusual movie. this is one of those movies that you cannot unerase in your mind. uneasy and uncomfortable. i have to give props to the producers for putting this one out, but i know not many people will watch this or recommend this. i watched it once and that is enough for me.
what to say about this, a clown doesn't make enough money so he creates a gig to go to bachelor parties a gag but ends up getting raped by rednecks reminescent of the ones from deliverance. there is a very sick rape scene in this. i don't want to give much away for the plot, so i will leave it at that. the tension in vulgar is thick enough to cut with a knife. it also isn't for the light hearted. the sound is crappy, but it is low budget so what was i expecting.
overall, this isn't a comedy. there a few parts that might be slightly funny from an extremely morbid point of view, but not what i expected "from the producers of clerks and dogma" as stamped on the package. that should have been left off. it is totally misleading. check this out only if you want to watch something different and unexpected and you are pretty much ready for anything.
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