Facial Fest 16

In a bizarre annual festival where participants undergo extreme cosmetic procedures, a group of old friends reunites only to discover that the procedures have a horrifying side effect. As their faces begin to contort into monstrous visages, they must uncover the dark secret behind the festival before they lose their humanity entirely.

Facial Fest 16 was met with mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its nonsensical plot and gratuitous gore, though some appreciated its unconventional humor and surprising performances.

• A bizarre and often unpleasant viewing experience that tries too hard to be shocking.

• Despite its flaws, the film occasionally stumbles into dark comedic brilliance.

• Ultimately, the premise is too thin to sustain the runtime, leading to a predictable and gory conclusion.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally negative, with many finding the film to be excessively gory and lacking a coherent story. Some viewers did find the dark humor to be a redeeming quality, but it was not enough to win over the majority.

The distinctive, grotesque facial prosthetics used in the film were created by a renowned special effects artist known for his work on various cult horror films, often utilizing found materials and unconventional sculpting techniques.