Murder Company
Murder Company

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Murder Company

2024
Movie
86 min
English

In the midst of the D-Day invasion, a group of US soldiers are given orders to smuggle a member of the French Resistance behind enemy lines to assassinate a high-value Nazi target.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Jason MurphyGenres: Horror, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

In the underbelly of Los Angeles, a group of aspiring serial killers known as the 'Murder Company' decide to put their skills to the ultimate test. They embark on a twisted competition to see who can commit the most heinous acts within a 24-hour period. Their targets are unsuspecting individuals who are themselves involved in criminal activities, leading to a chaotic and violent spree.

Critical Reception

Murder Company has garnered mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to its underdeveloped characters and gratuitous violence. While some acknowledge its attempt at dark comedy, the consensus leans towards it being a forgettable entry in the horror-comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Despite a high-concept premise, the film struggles with tonal consistency and character development.

  • The violence is often excessive and lacks meaningful impact, overshadowing any attempts at humor.

  • Performances are varied, with some veteran actors appearing to be in on the film's campy nature.

Google audience: Audience reception for Murder Company is largely lukewarm. Viewers often cite the film's predictable plot and reliance on shock value as detriments, though some appreciate the effort to blend horror with dark humor.

Fun Fact

The film reportedly drew inspiration from exploitation films of the 1970s and 80s, aiming for a gritty, low-budget aesthetic.

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Murder Company is a very basic, moderately watchable, WWII action flick. In spite of the presence of Kelsey Grammer, this is very much "B grade" material. The bare bones story offers little lead in or resolution. The narrative and char...