Stitches
The clumsy and unfunny clown Richard "Stitches" Grindle entertains at the 10th birthday party of little Tom, but the boy and his friends play a prank with Stitches, tying his shoelaces. Stitches slips, falls and dies. Six years later, Tom gives a birthday party for his friends at home, but Stitches revives to haunt the teenagers and revenge his death.
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Plot Summary
A children's party clown named Stitches has a fatal accident during a gig. Years later, the same group of children who attended the party are now teenagers and are being stalked and brutally murdered by the undead clown. Stitches returns to seek revenge on the children who he believes caused his demise, picking them off one by one in increasingly gruesome ways.
Critical Reception
Stitches received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its dark humor and gore, though some critics found its plot to be thin. It has garnered a cult following among fans of indie horror comedies.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its inventive and often hilarious gore.
- Ross Noble's performance as the titular clown is a standout.
- Some viewers found the narrative lacking in depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with many appreciating the film's commitment to its absurd premise and effective gore effects. It's often recommended for fans of horror-comedy who enjoy over-the-top violence.
Fun Fact
The film's star, Ross Noble, is a well-known stand-up comedian in the UK and had never acted in a horror film before 'Stitches'.
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