Chapter 27
Chapter 27

Chapter 27

2007Movie84 minEnglish

A film about Mark David Chapman in the days leading up to the infamous murder of Beatle John Lennon.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes21%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users52%
Director: Jarrett SchaeferGenres: Biography, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the events leading up to the assassination of John Lennon. It focuses on Mark David Chapman, the disturbed individual who murdered the iconic musician outside his New York City apartment building. The narrative delves into Chapman's psychological state and his obsessive fixation on Lennon.

Critical Reception

Chapter 27 received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding its portrayal of Mark David Chapman to be exploitative and its narrative to be monotonous and unconvincing. Jared Leto's physical transformation for the role garnered some attention, but it was not enough to salvage the film's critical standing. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, with the film failing to make a significant impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its repetitive and unimaginative narrative.
  • Jared Leto's performance was noted, but often overshadowed by the film's perceived sensationalism.
  • Many found the film to be a tedious and uninsightful exploration of a dark subject.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be slow-paced and somewhat disturbing, with opinions divided on its merit and whether it offered any new insights into the events it depicted. Some appreciated the attempt to explore the psychology of the perpetrator, while others felt it was uncomfortable and ultimately unsuccessful.

Fun Fact

Jared Leto gained approximately 67 pounds (30 kg) for his role as Mark David Chapman, a transformation that led to significant health issues.

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