I just got out of the film Killer Joe. WTF! That's all I have to say. That's what I actually said when the credits rolled. That's what the guy sitting to my left actually said. That's what half of the audience said. The funny thing about our response is that it was with laughter and enjoyment. Killer Joe takes you places you only dream of going in a film. The NC-17 rating is well deserved due to nudity, extreme violence, sexual situations and language. Now that I have that out of the way I can talk about the cast. Mathew McConaughey was captivating as Killer Joe Cooper. I never wanted to stop watching him in this role. Like a rattlesnake, his stillness raised the tension and kept you wondering if he was going to strike. When Killer Joe hit, he hit hard. Thomas Haden Church plays Ansel Smith, a white trash idiot that doesn't know his head from his (well you get the picture). Last is new comer Juno Temple. She's mesmerizing as Dottie Smith throughout the film. I have a feeling we'll all be seeing more of her in the coming years. Also the choices for cinematography and editing were unusual, which kept you glued to the screen. This film is like fried chicken. It ain't good for ya, but it sure tastes good. I'd say if you want some late night fun then go see it!
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