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Cleaver: Rise of the Killer Clown
When Carlton Layton arrives home to find his wife in the arms of another man, he dons the outfit he wears as a children's entertainer and slaughters them both, fleeing into the night. Five years later, Carley Lewis is asked to babysit on Halloween night whilst the child's parents go out to a party. But someone wants the child. Someone we know only as "The Cleaver".
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Plot Summary
In a small town plagued by a mysterious serial killer known as the "Killer Clown," a group of teenagers finds themselves targeted. As the body count rises, they must band together to uncover the clown's identity and stop his reign of terror before they become his next victims.
Critical Reception
Cleaver: Rise of the Killer Clown received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who largely dismissed it as a derivative and low-quality slasher film. Audience reception was similarly poor, with many finding the plot predictable and the execution lacking.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks originality and relies heavily on tired slasher tropes.
Poor acting and weak script undermine any potential scares.
A forgettable entry in the crowded killer clown subgenre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally negative, citing the film's uninspired plot and low production values.
Fun Fact
Director Michael S. Ojeda also served as the writer, producer, and editor for the film, showcasing a very independent and self-sufficient production approach.
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