Street Trash

Soylent Green meets Dystopian South Africa

>*"If two vegans get into an argument, is it considered beef?"*

Apparently a remake but I haven't seen the original. It mostly made me think of *Hobo With A Shotgun* and of course Ryan Kruger's other work *Fried Barry*.

The characters are off the wall entertaining but they're not quite enough to make up for the lack of story. It took me three sittings to finish it because I kept losing interest, it's just a bunch of homeless people roaming around. The comedy is mostly miss but I laughed a couple times. The fourth wall breaking wasn't necessary.

The practical effects are what elevates this, they're gross and creative. Love the use of paint it makes it visually appealing. Sockle the little ghoul was my favorite, looks like he belongs in *Frankie Freako* or something. Dig the synth score. Fun colorful set pieces in the last 30 minutes, I didn't expect it to turn into an action movie but it ended up being my favorite part.

Ryan Kruger’s ambitious reimagining of the 1987 cult classic, set in a dystopian Cape Town of 2050. The story follows Ronald and his homeless companions as they uncover a sinister government plot to eliminate the homeless population with a deadly chemical agent known as “V.”

The practical effects are initially impressive, delivering gruesome, ’80s-inspired flesh-melting sequences. However, the same effect is repeated to the point of monotony, removing any sense of shock and making the gore feel tedious rather than impactful. What starts as a visual spectacle quickly becomes stale, robbing the film of its intended edge.

The humor also struggles to land. While Kruger aims for a mix of dark comedy and biting satire, the jokes feel forced and lack the sharp wit to carry the tone. It’s reminiscent of Troma films, but without the same level of chaotic charm or irreverent energy that makes those works endearing.

Despite its bold visual style and intriguing premise, Street Trash (2024) falls short of delivering a fully satisfying experience. The repetitive gore and uneven humor weigh it down, making it a challenging watch for anyone but diehard fans of splatter cinema. This film will be popular with people who like Society, The Toxic Avenger, and Bad Taste.