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Total Badass
A renaissance man from the Austin underground, infamously sex-addicted Chad publishes a magazine and fronts bands, abuses cocaine while dealing weed, and writes and lives his own hilarious brand of humor as this father, felon and man-about-town must finally grow up when a crisis befalls his estranged family.
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Plot Summary
In a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a zombie-like plague, a lone warrior named Marcus must fight his way through hordes of infected creatures to reach a rumored safe haven. Along the way, he encounters a diverse group of survivors, each with their own agendas and secrets, forcing him to question who he can truly trust.
Critical Reception
Total Badass received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with praise often directed at its action sequences and practical effects, but criticism levied against its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its gritty, low-budget charm and others finding it derivative and lacking originality.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its inventive and visceral action choreography.
Criticized for a confusing narrative and a lack of character development.
Noted for its effective use of practical effects despite a limited budget.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Total Badass are scarce and largely unavailable for a consensus. What little information exists suggests viewers found the action sequences engaging but the overall story uninspired.
Fun Fact
The film's distinctive gore effects were achieved primarily through practical means, with the production team utilizing a combination of makeup, prosthetics, and stage blood to create the visceral horror elements.
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