Looks That Kill Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A teen with a face that kills people accidentally becomes a hitman for assisted suicide, then discovers love can cure his fatal attractiveness… or something.

🍿 Looks That Kill: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Introduction to Max’s Condition

Max is a teenage boy cursed with a unique and deadly affliction: anyone who directly looks at his face dies. Forced to live a secluded life covered in bandages to protect others, Max struggles with isolation and the accidental deaths he’s caused. His unusual condition makes navigating normal teenage life, especially dating, nearly impossible.

Meeting Alex and a Budding Romance

Max’s life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Alex, a quirky and spirited girl with her own secrets. Alex is unafraid of Max’s condition and sees beyond his bandages to the person underneath. As they spend time together, a genuine connection forms, and Max begins to experience the joys of friendship and romance for the first time. Alex’s influence helps Max confront his fears and embrace life despite his limitations.

Moral Dilemmas and Difficult Choices

Their relationship faces challenges when Alex reveals she is terminally ill. As Alex’s health deteriorates, she presents Max with a controversial request: to use his deadly gaze to end her suffering when the time comes. Torn between his love for Alex and the ethical implications of his power, Max must grapple with difficult choices and the meaning of life and death.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Max (Brandon Flynn): A teenage boy cursed with a fatal attractiveness that kills anyone who looks at him.
• Alex (Julia Goldani Telles): A free-spirited girl with a fatal heart condition who falls in love with Max and encourages him to embrace life.
• Jan (Annie Mumolo): Max’s mother, who tries to support her son despite his unusual condition and the reactions of their small town.
• Paul (Peter Scolari): Max’s father, who comically bickers with Jan while trying to navigate the challenges of raising a son with a deadly gaze.
• Dan (Ki Hong Lee): Max’s supportive and loyal friend, who offers companionship and a sense of normalcy amidst his extraordinary circumstances.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Max: “It’s not a gift, it’s a curse.” – Max expresses his frustration and despair about his lethal attractiveness.
• Alex: “We’re all dying, Max. I’m just doing it faster.” – Alex shares her perspective on life and death, revealing her own terminal illness.
• Max: “I don’t want to hurt anyone else.” – Max explains his isolation driven by the fear of unintentionally killing someone.

💰Box Office

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💥 Looks That Kill Reviews

Personal Review

I went into this expecting a quirky dark comedy, and while it has those elements, it really surprised me with its emotional depth. The leads have great chemistry, and the ending left me with a lot to think about. Definitely worth a watch if you’re looking for something a little different.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of dark comedies”
  • “Viewers who appreciate unconventional romance stories”
  • “Those interested in films exploring themes of mortality and ethics”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Suicide ideation”
  • “Euthanasia themes”
  • “Brief scenes of violence”

Professional Reviews

• IMDB: “An unusual world with a lot of originality that touches on YA cliches. Flynn and Telles share chemistry on set. Moore garners very strong performances from his two leads and orchestrates a couple very dynamic sequences, namely toward the end of the film.
• IMDB: “Falls flat in all too many ways. The movie is about a boy named Max, who was born fatally attractive to everyone but his parents (anyone who sees his face instantly dies). The whole subject of Physician-Assisted Suicide is a very touchy one, and this movie’s take on it is way to nonchalant and not developed enough.
• IMDB: “Is the kind of movie that is going to make you reflect about your daily actions, how you live, how you interact with each others. Touching, and you quite of can feel what the characters feel in some parts. The soundtrack & the environment in the various scenes helps you feel better what’s happening in the story.

Audience Reactions

I cried like a baby.: Unexpectedly emotional and moving, defying expectations from its quirky premise.

Overall Consensus: A quirky film with a dark premise that surprises with its emotional depth and strong performances, though the storyline can be considered confusing.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The film’s unusual premise blends dark humor with poignant themes of death and acceptance.”
• “Director Kellen Moore’s debut feature film, showcasing his unique visual style and storytelling approach.”
• “Shooting of the bridge scenes was continuously interrupted by weather. During the filming of the first bridge scene a strong but brief blizzard shut production down for a half an hour. Within an hour there was almost no sign it had snowed at all. The final scene on the bridge was completed minutes before an incoming electrical storm would have required production to be suspended for safety.”

🖥️ How to Watch Looks That Kill?

Currently, ‘Looks That Kill’ is available for rent or purchase on various digital platforms. You can find it on major streaming services like Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Amazon Prime Video. Check your preferred platform for availability and pricing as they may vary.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Looks That Kill, you might like these similar films:

• Me and Earl and the Dying Girl (2015): Deals with similar themes of teenage romance amidst terminal illness, blending humor and heartbreak.
• The Fault in Our Stars (2014): Explores the complexities of young love facing a serious illness and mortality.
• Edward Scissorhands (1990): Features a character who is ostracized and must navigate the world with an unusual and limiting condition.

🛒 Looks That Kill Related Products

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🎧 Soundtrack

Looks That Kill features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

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You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

#shorts The Boy Is So Handsome That Everyone Who Sees Him Dies

Want a super-fast rundown of ‘Looks That Kill’? This short gets straight to the point – a teen whose face is literally deadly! I was immediately hooked by the concept, and this video explains it perfectly.

Man Is So Handsome That Whoever Sees His Face Will Die short1/3

Ever wonder about the deeper meaning behind ‘Looks That Kill’? This recap breaks down the film’s themes in under a minute. Honestly, it made me appreciate the movie even more!

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