The only reason this movie gets 3 stars is for the entertainment value in picking out plot holes and continuity errors. And also, I am a woman so I don't mind seeing decent-looking guys in their underwear getting alcohol dumped over them. By the way, the one guy got alcohol in his eyes, for sure. Ouch. And apparently frat guys drink vodka like water. SO... first of all, glasses + hair up = nerd, and hair down + make-up = popular. Love it. Next.. Why is this girl studying pre-med with books from the 70s? Hello, this is a field that is constantly changing and yet she is studying from books that are completely outdated. Also... Most colleges don't allow students to stay on-campus during winter break. I was also confused when the whole school left for Christmas break (apparently all filing out at the same time in a line, while listening to a campus-wide PA system. What???) and then the next day everyone was back. Was there some kind of time lapse where suddenly 3 weeks had passed? The party - apparently you can't count on a possessed nerd to bring the appetizers. Since when do frat parties serve hors d'oeuvres? Another question... who moved all that exercise equipment out onto the field? Also, during the soccer practice scene (not on a soccer field, of course, but on a random green space in between trees with people walking back and forth in the background), the same shot is used 2-3 times. And did anyone else notice the phallic-shaped peanut bar the one guy choked on? Wow. Finally... Why the **** did she not just take off the ring?!?! Gee I found a class ring on the floor and I am going wear it on a necklace and then when I start "murdering" people I'll just keep it on. No worries. I also loved the explosion when they threw the ring into the fire (aka the school's crematorium). Awesome.
10 Reviews
Could have been much, much better
please_save_yuri15 January 2008
The plot of this movie is fairly straightforward: 30 years ago a geek was accidentally murdered by some cool frat boys who took their "good old-fashioned geek bashing" a bit too far. The frat boys, being cool and rich, covered up their mistake and life went on as normal.
Now, 30 years later, the sons of the 5 frat boys responsible for the murder are following in the footsteps of their fathers they're cool, they're frat and they make fun of geeks.
Enter the geekette, who bears some resemblance to the murdered geek she's awkward, smart, wears glasses, seeks acceptance and is the butt of everyone's joke. After finding a 30-year old class ring belonging to, guess who? she begins to change. She sheds her ugly duckling image and becomes the new hot girl on campus (because if movies teach us anything, it's that all geekettes are hot girls just waiting for a cool person or in this case, a malevolent, revenge-driven spirit to take them under their wing).
The biggest problem with this movie is that it doesn't seem to know what it wants to be. I was expecting a cheesy B-Horror, but it failed all my cheesy B-Horror expectations. First, it wasn't scary, and didn't even try to be scary. The "murder" scenes consisted of the geek-girl's eyes flashing red as bad things happened to whomever she happened to be looking at. And the bad things? Please. The first death resulted from one of the frat boys failing to lift a barbell and the barbell landing on his neck. Was he decapitated? No. He just choked a little. Which brings me to my next point: no gore. No cheesy special effects. One of the frat boys died due to peanut allergies. No joke.
This movie also had no nudity which, though not essential for a B-Horror, is still appreciated. The closest you'll find are some homo-erotic scenes with the frat boys.
In addition, the logic behind this movie is so flawed I just couldn't get passed it. So you have 5 frat boys who accidentally murder a geek in 1975. Okay, I get it. What I don't get is how these frat boys, coincidentally, all have children 10 years later, and that, also coincidentally, all the children are boys. I mean, do frat boys end up spending the rest of their lives consulting each other as to what they should do? Do they carry a calendar with them that marks off important dates, like, "1981: Get married." "1984, June onwards: Impregnate wife." "1985: Have a baby boy. If girl, then adopt a baby boy." Needless to say, I just don't buy it.
This movie wasn't bad. It just didn't do anything particularly well.
Now, 30 years later, the sons of the 5 frat boys responsible for the murder are following in the footsteps of their fathers they're cool, they're frat and they make fun of geeks.
Enter the geekette, who bears some resemblance to the murdered geek she's awkward, smart, wears glasses, seeks acceptance and is the butt of everyone's joke. After finding a 30-year old class ring belonging to, guess who? she begins to change. She sheds her ugly duckling image and becomes the new hot girl on campus (because if movies teach us anything, it's that all geekettes are hot girls just waiting for a cool person or in this case, a malevolent, revenge-driven spirit to take them under their wing).
The biggest problem with this movie is that it doesn't seem to know what it wants to be. I was expecting a cheesy B-Horror, but it failed all my cheesy B-Horror expectations. First, it wasn't scary, and didn't even try to be scary. The "murder" scenes consisted of the geek-girl's eyes flashing red as bad things happened to whomever she happened to be looking at. And the bad things? Please. The first death resulted from one of the frat boys failing to lift a barbell and the barbell landing on his neck. Was he decapitated? No. He just choked a little. Which brings me to my next point: no gore. No cheesy special effects. One of the frat boys died due to peanut allergies. No joke.
This movie also had no nudity which, though not essential for a B-Horror, is still appreciated. The closest you'll find are some homo-erotic scenes with the frat boys.
In addition, the logic behind this movie is so flawed I just couldn't get passed it. So you have 5 frat boys who accidentally murder a geek in 1975. Okay, I get it. What I don't get is how these frat boys, coincidentally, all have children 10 years later, and that, also coincidentally, all the children are boys. I mean, do frat boys end up spending the rest of their lives consulting each other as to what they should do? Do they carry a calendar with them that marks off important dates, like, "1981: Get married." "1984, June onwards: Impregnate wife." "1985: Have a baby boy. If girl, then adopt a baby boy." Needless to say, I just don't buy it.
This movie wasn't bad. It just didn't do anything particularly well.
wtf?
kelfstr210 March 2009
Warning: Spoilers
after watching this movie i'm going to make a prediction:
David decoteau is a tad bitter about being rejected by a frat when he attended college himself and he took his revenge by making this sh-tacular movie.
p.s. why did it seem like everyone in this movie except the five frat guys were a) hideous and b) wearing clothes from the early 90's?
p.p.s. go watch the scene at the party right when they hear a scream and run to the kitchen to find the hanged frat guy. look at the guy's reaction in the crowd standing in the lower right- hand corner of the screen. classic.
David decoteau is a tad bitter about being rejected by a frat when he attended college himself and he took his revenge by making this sh-tacular movie.
p.s. why did it seem like everyone in this movie except the five frat guys were a) hideous and b) wearing clothes from the early 90's?
p.p.s. go watch the scene at the party right when they hear a scream and run to the kitchen to find the hanged frat guy. look at the guy's reaction in the crowd standing in the lower right- hand corner of the screen. classic.
Homo-erotic B Movie
bowiebonolennon16 March 2018
Being a woman, I don't spend much time in the boy's locker room...
But I am pretty sure campus locker rooms aren't filled to the brim with a bunch of half naked soccer players downing liquor like water...
And sucking on red suckers...
Terrible movie. Don't bother.
But I am pretty sure campus locker rooms aren't filled to the brim with a bunch of half naked soccer players downing liquor like water...
And sucking on red suckers...
Terrible movie. Don't bother.
Who are these people commenting?!?
holly-vondoering9 March 2008
Warning: Spoilers
Apparently everyone else who has commented on this movie restricts themselves to B-class (closer to D) movies only. In reality, anyone with standards might wish to rate this in relation to good movies and, consequently, give it the 1 star rating it deserves.
I mean, where do I even begin??? Though I want to throw up on my keyboard, I'll give it a stab: 1. The plot was horrendous. A nerdy guy gets thrown over a balcony by a bunch of aggressive frat boys. Then, for no apparent reason, 30 years later another semi-nerdy girl takes out some library books previously owned by the original nerd and finds a map leading her to the basement where his class ring is in the middle the hallway (again, 30 years later!). Upon finding the ring she becomes quasi possessed with his spirit and, with red eyes ablaze, causes the death of the sons of the frat guys who killed the nerd. This all happens leading up to the big "Delta party" where, predictably, the rest of the sons die in pathetic ways to atone for the sins of their fathers. Why it takes 30 years to make this happen, or why revenge is exacted upon the sons and not the original perpetrators is beyond my comprehension. But then again, what should I have expected? 2. The over-the-top, absolutely ridiculous, and seemingly illegal homo-eroticism. Midway through this 'film' my fiancé and I picked up the DVD case to make sure we hadn't rented a soft-core porno. In 5 minute intervals (literally, you could set your watch by it) several of the young men would disrobe, run around, and during one memorable scene strip down to their boxers while pouring booze on one another while the others pranced with undone belts. In fact, I'm now watching the big party scene where three guys are dancing on a table in boxers while the rest of the college folk stand and drink. Apparently this is what Canadian fraternities are like.... Uh huh....
3. The lack of understanding of college life is appalling. According to this 'movie' (sorry, but something of this caliber requires sarcastic quotations): colleges are attended by 20 people, soccer practices are held on the local green, guys lift weights shirtless on the same green (with weight benches and all), guys are initiated into fraternities by drinking a shot and dancing in their boxers (see point #2), girls are initiated through "hey do you wanna be in our sorority?"... "um, yeah"... "ok!", there is one administrator for the entire school, and the list goes miserably on.
I could go on almost indefinitely but this 'movie' has already sucked enough time and brainpower from me. If you'd like to see a bunch of idiots prancing around shirtless, all the while cringing in wait for them to actually get naked, while listening to poor actors take part in a nonexistent plot then this is your flick.
Don't say I didn't warn you....
I mean, where do I even begin??? Though I want to throw up on my keyboard, I'll give it a stab: 1. The plot was horrendous. A nerdy guy gets thrown over a balcony by a bunch of aggressive frat boys. Then, for no apparent reason, 30 years later another semi-nerdy girl takes out some library books previously owned by the original nerd and finds a map leading her to the basement where his class ring is in the middle the hallway (again, 30 years later!). Upon finding the ring she becomes quasi possessed with his spirit and, with red eyes ablaze, causes the death of the sons of the frat guys who killed the nerd. This all happens leading up to the big "Delta party" where, predictably, the rest of the sons die in pathetic ways to atone for the sins of their fathers. Why it takes 30 years to make this happen, or why revenge is exacted upon the sons and not the original perpetrators is beyond my comprehension. But then again, what should I have expected? 2. The over-the-top, absolutely ridiculous, and seemingly illegal homo-eroticism. Midway through this 'film' my fiancé and I picked up the DVD case to make sure we hadn't rented a soft-core porno. In 5 minute intervals (literally, you could set your watch by it) several of the young men would disrobe, run around, and during one memorable scene strip down to their boxers while pouring booze on one another while the others pranced with undone belts. In fact, I'm now watching the big party scene where three guys are dancing on a table in boxers while the rest of the college folk stand and drink. Apparently this is what Canadian fraternities are like.... Uh huh....
3. The lack of understanding of college life is appalling. According to this 'movie' (sorry, but something of this caliber requires sarcastic quotations): colleges are attended by 20 people, soccer practices are held on the local green, guys lift weights shirtless on the same green (with weight benches and all), guys are initiated into fraternities by drinking a shot and dancing in their boxers (see point #2), girls are initiated through "hey do you wanna be in our sorority?"... "um, yeah"... "ok!", there is one administrator for the entire school, and the list goes miserably on.
I could go on almost indefinitely but this 'movie' has already sucked enough time and brainpower from me. If you'd like to see a bunch of idiots prancing around shirtless, all the while cringing in wait for them to actually get naked, while listening to poor actors take part in a nonexistent plot then this is your flick.
Don't say I didn't warn you....
Good movieeven for a B
aaxa26422 June 2005
I knew to expect a B-movie, but was surprised by the quality of the script, editing and camera work. The vast majority of B-movies often start out pretty good but break down by the middle of the script. This one does not. DeCoteau does a decent job on his movies, as his reputation has earned, and this one does not disappoint. Paula Shaw puts in the best performance of the cast as Janine Gordon (the counselor), but Raquel Riskin was a surprising treat in her first lead role. She has a presence on camera, is a looker, and may be one to watch in future roles. Of course, the majority of acting may be B-quality, but so much of how a performer or scene comes across is due to the directing and, even moreso, the editing and post-production work all of which are directly related to budget. Shaw and Riskin, particularly, seemed able to rise above these obstacles and put in good performances nonetheless. This may be a low-budget film, but well worth the watch.
Not bad at all.
Capn00231 March 2005
Totally worthy of a viewing. Especially if you're watching it just to avoid doing something else, or you're not really that into it to begin with. It was classic Decoteau. The plot, about a possessed girl who becomes popular (perhaps because of the possession, perhaps not... that's kinda debatable) at least gives Decoteau a good reason to let his camera oggle hot guys. The acting was definitely b-quality, which, really, is what one would expect in a b-movie. Decent plot, hot guys, plenty of scenes with the hot guys, requisite scene with boys rubbing each other down in their boxer briefs. The ending, which I won't mention, was bad. Not super-bad, but bad.
A good old fashioned horror movie
wubbydub26 January 2013
I read the review on this site which said that it didn't have all the gore so that is why I decided to watch it. I remember how much I used to enjoy a good horror movie before all the gore got into them. Most of those ones I never watch. I was into horror movies 50 years ago and they didn't have the gore then either. When that started I gave up viewing horror shows so it was nice to be able to see one again. The review was very helpful in making my decision to view this movie
I liked the plot and the actors were all good. I have nothing to say against it.
Good job.. hope to see more of the same.
I liked the plot and the actors were all good. I have nothing to say against it.
Good job.. hope to see more of the same.
Superb
Kalikii4 August 2006
For an independent film without much hype, Killer Bash was greatly entertaining and Raquel Riskin is a great new actress.
The story moves along to an exciting finish.
I liked the subtlety of parts of the story and sophistication of the characters.
Good writing!
The support characters were believable also.
The location is perfect and the drama unfolds in the daylight and in the dark. In fact, most of the scariest scenes are in broad daylight - different - excellent.
The story moves along to an exciting finish.
I liked the subtlety of parts of the story and sophistication of the characters.
Good writing!
The support characters were believable also.
The location is perfect and the drama unfolds in the daylight and in the dark. In fact, most of the scariest scenes are in broad daylight - different - excellent.
This was what I expected...
wannes489 October 2012
Warning: Spoilers
And I liked it very much! David DeCoteau is cult. If you know him - or better, his movies - you will know approximately what to expect.
Some mystery, some horror, but - in most of his films - always cute guys and some emphasis on the male body.
Does this disturb? It doesn't to me, because I have seen most of his work.
Of course there are some things in this film that are not credible, or not "correct" (someone noted the 90-ies clothing, where supposedly we have to be in 2005...), but hey, does this make a movie bad? Knowing David Decoteau and most of his work, I sat down, just relaxed and enjoyed Killer Bash for what it is.
I'm even inclined to rate it a 8/10. Which I will do.
Some mystery, some horror, but - in most of his films - always cute guys and some emphasis on the male body.
Does this disturb? It doesn't to me, because I have seen most of his work.
Of course there are some things in this film that are not credible, or not "correct" (someone noted the 90-ies clothing, where supposedly we have to be in 2005...), but hey, does this make a movie bad? Knowing David Decoteau and most of his work, I sat down, just relaxed and enjoyed Killer Bash for what it is.
I'm even inclined to rate it a 8/10. Which I will do.
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