tonythenunes

Richard Griffin has directed a truly visceral film, part hypnotic treatment on death and betrayal, part Lynchian nightmare about the darkest of consciences. Behind a brilliant script by Leonard Schwartz and organic pacing from Griffin, this film is anything but its title would suggest, truly standing out as one of the most original and abnormally transportative indie films I've seen in years. The greatest piece of this filmic puzzle however is actor Michael Reed, who singlehandedly steals the show from a cast of talented actors. Reed is a star and what Normal proves above all else is that this star is rising!

Murder University was a hoot from start to finish; a wonderfully funny, thrilling and creepy ride that took me back to the golden age of slasher films. Director Richard Griffin has assembled a talented cast and impressive team to pull together one of the most exciting indie films I've seen in years. What a trip! I recommend this to horror and non-horror fans alike.

Perhaps Murder University's greatest asset is its tone. Far too many horror films nowadays try too hard to be either super creepy, ultra- violent or dark. Murder University doesn't fall victim to such clichés, archetypes and cheap thrills, but rather relies on its characters to drive a story that is both scary and funny, but allows you to actually care for its characters. Imagine that! Check this one out!