I'll Break Your Face, Baby!
I'll Break Your Face, Baby!

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I'll Break Your Face, Baby!

1982
Movie
94 min
Italian

A clumsy investigator works in society with his dog and investigates a series of murders.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Marty WestGenres: Horror, Slasher

Plot Summary

In the small town of Oakhaven, a series of brutal murders begins to plague the community. As the body count rises, a masked killer known only as 'The Puppeteer' emerges, targeting the town's teenagers. Sheriff Brody must race against time to uncover the killer's identity and stop the bloodshed before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

I'll Break Your Face, Baby! is a cult classic slasher film, often cited for its inventive kills and atmospheric suspense. While critically panned upon its initial release for its graphic violence and thin plot, it has since garnered a dedicated following among horror aficionados for its contributions to the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its over-the-top gore and creative murder sequences.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Considered a quintessential example of early 1980s slasher cinema.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely polarized, with many appreciating its nostalgic value and gore factor, while others find it to be dated and lacking in substance.

Fun Fact

The distinctive mask worn by 'The Puppeteer' was reportedly inspired by an old marionette the director found in an antique shop.

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