A Guidebook to Killing Your Ex
A Guidebook to Killing Your Ex

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A Guidebook to Killing Your Ex

2016
Movie
71 min
English

A lonely man with an intention of documenting every important detail is planning to kill his ex-girlfriend within 72 hours only to realize things are not as easy as he previously imagined.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Jared CohnGenres: Comedy, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

Following a painful breakup, a woman discovers a peculiar guidebook that offers instructions on how to eliminate her ex-boyfriend. As she delves deeper into the book's sinister advice, she finds herself entangled in a series of escalating events that blur the lines between fantasy and reality. The film explores the dark humor and psychological thrill of seeking revenge.

Critical Reception

A Guidebook to Killing Your Ex received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its dark comedic premise and unconventional approach to the revenge thriller genre, others found its execution to be uneven and its plot predictable. The film garnered a cult following for its campy elements and B-movie charm.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique, dark comedic premise.

  • Criticized for an uneven execution and predictable plot.

  • Appreciated by some for its B-movie charm and campy elements.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their consensus is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was released direct-to-video, a common distribution method for many of Jared Cohn's films.

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