VividSimon Simply Perfect

Steineded How sad is this?

Konterr Brilliant and touching

Odelecol Pretty good movie overall. First half was nothing special but it got better as it went along.

lost-in-limbo Art is all about pushing boundaries and "Eddie the Sleepwalking Cannibal" puts that creativeness on the canvas. This co-produced Canadian/Denmark indie production is a well-made, quirky horror comedy with the blackest of dark humor. I wouldn't call it in-your-face, but still it's deliciously absurd and very well-timed with its dry humorous approach. This might be contributed to the cast taking their roles seriously and not letting it become camp. It just works. I found it hard not be impressed by Boris Rodriguez's directorial debut.Lars was once an acclaimed painter, but now has hit an inspiration slump. He has settled into a quiet little town and takes up a job at the local art school. This is where he meets Eddie. And he finds himself looking after him. A towering and reserved mute man who is scarred from past events. But it's what Lars learns on his first night with Eddie. He sleepwalks, but also transforms from a friendly giant to an ferocious cannibal. But what he also discovers, that his inspiration for his art comes in the form of misery and carnage, which Eddie can bring in spades. There are many droll character interactions, small town atmospherics and few grisly jolts. The satirical screenplay takes á compelling approach. Art is a rush with the pressure to perform, but what is one willing to do and what morals would be broken to present this to the masses.. The script does an earnest job in developing these subtle characters and that of Lars' intense deterioration. One interesting note, is that we never get to see the artwork that was transpired by this pain and suffering. The edgy humour here, perfectly goes alongside the outrageous violence. The gore make-up and dismembered body effects is authentically staged. Cinematography provides some flair and a music score is slight, but playful.The cast look like they are having fun. Thure Lindhardt plays his character spot on. He's likable and provides good intentions, despite his unsettling addiction to bringing out those artistic flourishes. Dylan Smith as Eddie delivers a great psychical performance. The relationship formed between these two characters is endearing, even though it does go down a twisted and dependent path of Lars' eventually abusing it. Georgina Reilly is ably good too. In a small, but memorable cameo; Stephen McHattie plays a scheming arts dealer. Also the closing credits produces an amusing little radio snippet of one of Lars/Eddie's surviving victims being interviewed.

doironmc This is exactly the shot in the arm that Canadian film needs at the moment. Quiet Revolution Pictures has made it their priority to work with other international companies to create edgy and unique films. Eddie: The Sleepwalking Cannibal is no different. The beginning sets the tone for the whole film. A man tries to navigate himself along a snowy Canadian landscape, and accidentally hits a deer. He pulls over and makes the humane choice to kill the suffering animal, but the only suitable tool at his disposal is a rock. After some initial bestial grunts, the deer is quickly dispatched. The driver, however, seems to have an odd fascination with the smashed skull and continues to pound the poor deer until he is interrupted by a local policeman. This exquisite and wordless opening provides everything you need to know to our main character Lars. He's lost, embarking on a destructive path, fascinated with bloodshed, and he quickly gets on the wrong side of the town's police force. What follows is the story of a downward spiral that has its share of cringe worthy gore, light hearted humor, and unexpected touching moments. It is an interesting watch and a must- see for those interested in Hollywood-alternative cinema.

geodrake-71-627198 With a title like that, how could I resist! This is the first feature film from director Boris Rodriguez who, on the strength of this movie, I predict great things from in the future. Mixing horror with comedy is a delicate balance. Here though, equilibrium is mostly achieved. Humour is genuinely funny whilst Eddie's kills are suitably gruesome. Lars Olafssen, (Thure Lindhart) an artist who's slipped from the limelight he once graced, takes a job at an art school in an isolated Canadian town called Koda Lake. He's been very unproductive recently, to the annoyance of his quote spewing agent (the wonderful Stephen McHattie). At his new home, Olafssen unwittingly finds himself taking in Eddie; a lovable mute with learning difficulties who's been left homeless after the death of his aunt; a major patron of the art school. Eddie is shy and good natured, apart from his habit of going on sleepwalking killing sprees when he's under emotional stress. Olafssen finds this bloodletting to be his muse, enabling him to start painting again. But will he keep encouraging Eddie's homicidal wanderings in order to keep up his own productivity? And how long will it be before sardonic Police Chief Verner (Paul Braunstein) catches up with the duo? Casting for this movie is near perfect. Rodriguez wanted a natural star for the role of Olafssen. Unable to find any in his native country, he looked abroad and found Lindhart; who manages to purvey his character so well that even when he's manipulating Eddie into ripping folk apart, the audience still roots for him. Eddie is played by Dylan Smith (also known as Dylan Scott Smith). He gives Eddie's two natures such distinctiveness that sometimes it's hard to equate the Eddie smeared in blood chasing victims with the Eddie who sits quietly and smiles bashfully when his paintings are praised. Smith and Lindhardt are an effective team. When Olfassen deliberately tries to upset Eddie (so that he goes out to kill) it is genuinely unpleasant as we can believe that Eddie loves him. Look out for Smith in the 2012 'Total Recall', where he has a small role. Another important character is Lesley (Georgina Reilly), who also teaches at the art school. She provides Olafssen's love interest, drawn to him by his former fame and how the paintings he's suddenly producing are financing the school's survival. There's nothing particularly noteworthy about Reilly's handling of the role, but importantly, she holds her own with the leads. Humour is jet black farce and surrealism, helped along with some snappy dialogue; especially from Chief Verner. Only once does the comedy fail – the voice-over during the beginning of the closing credits felt too silly and at odds with the rest of the movie. I also thought the end plot twist was unnecessary Interestingly, the original script had a writer getting inspiration from the killings of a werewolf he befriends. Rodriguez drew inspiration from David Lynch's high tone approach to horror and the performances in the Cohen Brother's 1996 release 'Fargo' whilst directing. If you are a fan of horror movies, or dark comedies you are almost guaranteed to enjoy this film. Rodriguez has been so taken with the reception horror lovers have given his work that he now plans to work in the genre again. Let's hope he does.

Pad I was skeptical about this movie, I didn't have any feedback about it and I was expecting a poor and boring movie but it turned out to be quite okay.The movie is about a painter that hadn't produced nothing new in years and that found himself living with a sleepwalking cannibal. Watching his companion eating and murdering people, he finds that the thrill of killing gives him the inspiration that he needs to paint and starts exploiting his partner to make new paintings.The actors were well chosen, mainly the sleepwalking cannibal. The soundtrack of the movie is pretty good too. I just wish that they worked more in the background story and expanded the relationships between the characters.In despite of some clichés throughout the movie, it's a good and entertaining one.