Killer Joe (2012) movie poster

Killer Joe (2012)

"A Totally Deep-Fried Texas Redneck Trailer Park Murder Story."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 71% (RT: 80%, MC: 62) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
CrimeThrillerDrama

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Director
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (1,552 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
80%
Metacritic
62
Cast
Matthew McConaughey as Killer Joe Cooper
Emile Hirsch as Chris Smith
Juno Temple as Dottie Smith
Thomas Haden Church as Ansel Smith
Gina Gershon as Sharla Smith
Marc Macaulay as Digger Soames
Gralen Bryant Banks as Pizza Patron
Carol Sutton as Saleslady
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 1,552 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 71%.
Overview
A cop who moonlights as a hit man agrees to kill the hated mother of a desperate drug dealer in exchange for a tumble with the young man's virginal sister. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • William Friedkin cited several classic crime films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Killer Joe is a 2012 crime, thriller, drama film directed by William Friedkin. A cop who moonlights as a hit man agrees to kill the hated mother of a desperate drug dealer in exchange for a tumble with the young man's virginal sister. The film has been rated by 1,552 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, Killer Joe delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Killer Joe (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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