"Father's Day" is a 2011 Canadian horror-comedy film directed by the filmmaking collective Astron-6. It's a low-budget, over-the-top, and highly stylized movie that pays homage to 1980s grindhouse and exploitation cinema.
Plot Summary
The film's plot is as wild and unconventional as its genre. It revolves around the legend of the "Father's Day Killer," a monstrous serial killer named Chris Fuchman who, years ago, raped and murdered fathers. The story picks up with a new spree of killings, and an unlikely trio is brought together to stop him:
* Ahab: A one-eyed vigilante with a long history of seeking revenge against the killer who murdered his own father.
* Father John Sullivan: A young and eager priest who is sent on a mission to track down Ahab.
* Twink: A street hustler whose father is one of the killer's latest victims.
The group embarks on a grotesque and bizarre quest to find and kill Chris Fuchman, only to uncover a much deeper, demonic truth behind the "Father's Day Killer." The film is known for its extreme gore, graphic violence, and dark, often offensive, humor. It's a "take no prisoners" kind of movie that is definitely not for the faint of heart.
Key Elements
* Genre: It's a blend of horror, action, and black comedy, with a strong focus on satire.
* Style: The film mimics the look and feel of old VHS tapes, complete with fake trailers and commercials.
* Production: It was produced by Troma Entertainment, a studio known for its independent, low-budget, and often shocking films (like The Toxic Avenger).
* Gore: "Father's Day" is infamous for its practical effects and incredibly graphic scenes of violence, including dismemberment, castration, and more.
"Father's Day" has since gained a cult following for its unique and boundary-pushing approach to the horror genre.