Handymen, Handymen
Handymen, Handymen

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Handymen, Handymen

1980
Movie
83 min
Serbo-Croatian

The staff of elementary school prepare the retirement party for their cleaning woman. The complicated relations within the school will emerge to the surface on the same night.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Steve CarverGenres: Horror, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

In a small, seemingly idyllic town, a series of bizarre and grisly murders begin to occur, baffling the local authorities. As the body count rises, a quirky group of handymen find themselves entangled in the unfolding mystery, their mundane jobs taking a sinister turn. They must uncover the truth behind the killings before they become the next victims of the unseen killer.

Critical Reception

Handymen, Handymen was met with a mixed to negative reception, largely criticized for its convoluted plot and inconsistent tone, though some praised its unique blend of horror and dark humor. It has since gained a cult following among fans of low-budget B-movies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often confusing and lacking clear direction, but has moments of unintentional humor.

  • A bizarre cult film that leans into its absurdity with mixed results.

  • Some viewers appreciate its schlocky charm and unique premise.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's niche status, but those that exist often highlight its campy elements and the peculiar performances, with some finding it entertainingly bad.

Fun Fact

Despite its premise, the film's original title was intended to be 'The Fixer Upper', but was changed shortly before release to capitalize on a perceived trend of similarly titled B-movies.

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