Bad Chicken
Bad Chicken

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Bad Chicken

2013
Movie
90 min
English

All Norah ever wanted to be was a reality TV star. But her dream-come-true quickly turns into a nightmare when she allows a motley television crew of chickens, led by a sociopath, 'Charlie Chicken', to invade her home, manipulate her emotions, and drag her and her soon-to-be-ex-boyfriend into the desert on what is supposed to be a glamorous reality TV shoot. Deep in the surreal landscapes of the Joshua Tree desert, it becomes a battle of species. The hilarious antics of the oddball chicken crew, the blind faith of a reality TV star wannabe, and the cruel perversions of one really 'bad chicken', all spiral downward into an extremely unique Spaghetti Western.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Director: Jake SzymanskiGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of friends heads out for a night of fun, but their plans take a disastrous turn when they encounter a surprisingly aggressive chicken. The ensuing chaos leads them on an unexpected and bizarre adventure through the countryside.

Critical Reception

This short film, while not widely distributed, gained a cult following online for its absurd humor and unexpected plot twists. It's often cited as an example of surrealist comedy gaining traction through digital platforms.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unpredictable and surreal humor.

  • Appreciated for its short, punchy runtime and bizarre premise.

  • Noted for its commitment to an absurd concept.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release, but those available often highlight the film's sheer randomness and unexpected turns as a source of amusement.

Fun Fact

The aggressive chicken character was reportedly inspired by a real-life encounter one of the writers had with an unusually territorial bird.

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