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Leslie, My Name Is Evil
A young jury member becomes infatuated with Leslie, a troubled teenager and former homecoming princess, who became a follower of Charles Manson's cult and is now on trial for murder.
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Plot Summary
In 1960s Ontario, a teenage boy obsessed with Charles Manson and Nazi Germany is sent to a Catholic boarding school. There, he falls for a classmate who shares his dark interests, leading them down a dangerous path. The film explores themes of teenage angst, dark obsessions, and the blurred lines between good and evil within a restrictive environment.
Critical Reception
Leslie, My Name Is Evil received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its provocative subject matter and the performances of its young cast. Some found the film's dark humor and exploration of disturbing themes to be effective, while others felt it tread too closely to glorifying its problematic characters.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dark and unconventional exploration of adolescent obsessions.
Noted for its challenging and controversial themes.
Performances, particularly from the young lead, were often singled out.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their consensus is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film's title is a direct reference to the Charles Manson song 'Cease To Exist', which was famously re-recorded by The Beach Boys as 'I Can Hear Music'.
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