The Suicide Theory is a film I had been waiting for release and it did not disappoint. I am not into dark Films but this one has really surprised me. The leads Steve Mouzakis and Leon Cain really do make the film work with their characters and chemistry. which kept me intrigued and tuned in on their journey. Director Dru Brown and writer Michael J Kospiah and team really did have a vision with some lovely, creative camera shots. Remembering this is an Independent Australian Feature Film it is well worth seeing and supporting.
Which shows talent and passion pays off. It will be interesting to see What Dru Brown creates in the future if this is anything to go by. Differently one to watch.
Plot summary
Steven Ray was never quite normal. But when tragedy strikes in the form of a deadly hit-and-run incident at a city cross walk, his violent and bizarre behavior becomes uncontrollable. One night, as Steven plots his next murder, he meets Percival, whose unsuccessful attempt at suicide not only interferes with Stevens plans, but the chance encounter also introduces the two into each others sad and lonely lives. Percival believes hes cursed after miraculously surviving each suicide attempt and concludes fate brought he and Steven together. So he hires Steven to assist him in suicide. Steven does not believe in fate and thinks Percival is desperate and delusional. But he accepts the offer. Easy money. After Percival continues to miraculously survive each attempt on his life, Steven starts to believe. He tries to help Percival figure out ways to break the curse. And in the process, they form an unlikely friendship through the common bond of tragedy.
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February 10, 2021 at 08:20 PM
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One to Watch
A bit weird, a bit messed up, a bit messy, slightly predictable but interesting
Yes, the movie could be over in the first 5 minutes with a bit of practical logic. Yes, you can see the plot twists coming 10 miles away. Yes it doesn't feel very polished in some ways. But it is definitely one of those "journey is more important than the destination" and if you keep your suspension of disbelief, it is an interesting and enjoyable movie. It's fairly well directed, with great acting performances and very good score. Overall I'm not sure why I liked it more than I should, so i'd recommend watching it and make your own opinion.
Something different
Took a chance on this based on the description on Amazon Prime, even though, more often than not, the synopsis turns out to be terribly inaccurate. In this case, it wasn't totally off-base, and I found the movie interesting throughout. The 'twist' seemed fairly obvious, though I kept wondering when the main characters would figure it out, and I thought the ending was excellent (so many movies seem to end so suddenly, you wonder if the writer just ran out of ideas). Definitely recommend.