Killers
Director: Mike Mendez
Actors: Dave Larsen, David Gunn, Burke Morgan
PlotThe story unfolds in a small, sleepy town disrupted by the unexpected arrival of two brothers, Kyle and Odessa James. Their entrance catapults the town into chaos, marked by a string of brutal and unexplainable murders. The brothers, consumed by their unsettling past and an insatiable thirst for violence, go on a killing spree that quickly captures the attention of local law enforcement. Their methods are both cruel and calculated, leaving residents paralyzed with fear and confusion. The James brothers' arrival coincides with a local couple's troubled existence, with each day revealing more about the underlying tensions between them.
As the town grapples with the mounting horrors, a young woman named Gena becomes deeply entrenched in the unfolding nightmare. She is unexpectedly drawn into the brothers’ world outside the bounds of her control or understanding. Her involvement complicates her relationship with the town's sheriff, who is tasked with capturing the killers and bringing safety back to the communities under his jurisdiction. Tensions rise as a dangerous game of cat and mouse ensues. With paranoia saturating the atmosphere and secrets unraveling faster than they can be contained, the townspeople must confront both external threats and their own inner demons. The narrative weaves a tale of suspense and dread, examining how violence alters the fabric of community and human connection.
Writers: Dave Larsen, Mike Mendez
Release Date: N/A
Runtime: 96 min
Rating: TV-MA
Country: United States
Language: N/A
Home Video Reviews
Killers is a chaotic, genre-blurring 90s thriller, notable for early career lessons for Mendez, but ultimately a half-baked venture with fleeting nostalgic references.
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