
Movie spotlight
Moose Limbs
Doctor Tom Beaumont is half-man, half-deer and it's his first day as the new GP in a rural English town with a penchant for hunting.
Insights
Plot Summary
When a down-on-his-luck actor's career flatlines, he takes a bizarre job as a live-in caretaker for a reclusive, eccentric billionaire. He soon discovers the billionaire has an unusual obsession with his pet moose and a peculiar plan that involves cloning.
Critical Reception
Moose Limbs garnered a mixed to negative reception, with many critics pointing to its quirky premise as its primary downfall. While some appreciated the attempts at dark humor and the performances of its cast, the majority found the film's narrative disjointed and its overall execution lacking.
What Reviewers Say
The film's bizarre premise and uneven tone prevent it from achieving its comedic or dramatic ambitions.
Performances are generally praised, but cannot salvage the disjointed and confusing plot.
A film that tries too hard to be quirky and ends up being more bizarre than entertaining.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Moose Limbs were largely unfavorable, with many finding the story overly strange and difficult to follow. Some viewers appreciated the unique concept and the actors' efforts, but a significant portion felt the film was a misfire that failed to deliver on its potential.
Fun Fact
The film's unusual premise was reportedly inspired by a dream director Finn Taylor had.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources