Waffles and Bullet Holes: A Return to Sioux Falls
Waffles and Bullet Holes: A Return to Sioux Falls

Waffles and Bullet Holes: A Return to Sioux Falls

2016Movie44 minEnglish

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Titus WelliverGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Years after a brutal incident in Sioux Falls, a man haunted by his past returns to confront the demons that still linger. As old wounds are reopened, he finds himself drawn back into a violent underworld he desperately tried to escape. The film explores themes of redemption, vengeance, and the inescapable nature of one's history.

Critical Reception

While 'Waffles and Bullet Holes: A Return to Sioux Falls' was met with a mixed reception, critics praised Titus Welliver's dual role and intense directorial vision. However, some found the narrative to be overly bleak and derivative of earlier crime dramas. Audiences were more divided, with some appreciating its dark tone and Welliver's performance, while others found it gratuitously violent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Titus Welliver delivers a commanding performance, both in front of and behind the camera.
  • The film's gritty atmosphere and somber tone are palpable, effectively conveying the protagonist's despair.
  • While ambitious, the plot occasionally falters under the weight of its own grimness and familiar tropes.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's dark and intense atmosphere, with many commending Titus Welliver's strong performance. However, some found the pacing to be slow in parts and the violence excessive, leading to a polarized audience response.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the Independent Spirit Awards for Titus Welliver.

Fun Fact

Titus Welliver famously directed, wrote, produced, and starred in 'Waffles and Bullet Holes: A Return to Sioux Falls,' a testament to his multi-faceted talent and singular vision for the project.

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