Carnival of Excess
Carnival of Excess

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Carnival of Excess

2022
Movie
73 min
English

You won't see any of the bloodshed and mayhem for which GG's live performances were known, nor any of the spectacle that has helped create a cult around his public persona since his death in 1993. This is GG at his most candid, talking about his life and his art, as well as the baggage that goes with being GG Allin. The footage, pictures and music are from time spent with GG in Charlotte, North Carolina and Tampa, Florida.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: Maximilien De LafayetteGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends ventures into an abandoned amusement park rumored to be haunted. As they explore the decaying attractions, they become ensnared by a malevolent entity that feeds on their fears and regrets. They must confront their inner demons and the park's dark history to survive the night.

Critical Reception

Carnival of Excess received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and visual style, while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding it a decent, albeit unoriginal, entry into the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie atmosphere and striking visuals.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and generic character development.

  • Found to be a serviceable horror film that doesn't break new ground.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a moderately enjoyable horror experience, appreciating its creepy setting and suspenseful moments. However, many felt the story lacked originality and that the scares were not consistently effective.

Fun Fact

The abandoned amusement park used for filming was actually a set constructed specifically for the movie, designed to evoke a sense of decaying grandeur and forgotten joy.

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