The Greasy Strangler 2016
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Directed by the audaciously weird Jim Hosking, *The Greasy Strangler (2016)* plunges audiences into a neon-soaked nightmare where disco rhythms collide with absurd horror.
Director: Jim Hosking
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Greasy Strangler (2016) about?
The film follows Ronnie and his son Brayden, who run a disco-themed walking tour in L.A., until a mysterious woman stirs up a feud between them. Their rivalry escalates when a greasy, monstrous strangler begins stalking the streets after dark, blending horror and dark comedy.
Who directed The Greasy Strangler?
Jim Hosking directed *The Greasy Strangler*, known for his unconventional and surreal approach to storytelling in films like *Adult Swim*'s *The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin*.
Who stars in The Greasy Strangler?
The film features Michael St. Michaels as the oily strangler, alongside Sky Elobar, Elizabeth De Razzo, and Gil Gex in key roles.
Is The Greasy Strangler (2016) worth watching?
If you enjoy absurd horror-comedies with a side of social satire, *The Greasy Strangler* delivers. Its unique visual style and dark humor make it a cult favorite, though its unhinged tone may not appeal to everyone.
How long is The Greasy Strangler?
The runtime for *The Greasy Strangler* is 93 minutes.
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About The Greasy Strangler (2016) — A Glittering Horror-Comedy with a Slippery Villain
Directed by the audaciously weird Jim Hosking, *The Greasy Strangler (2016)* plunges audiences into a neon-soaked nightmare where disco rhythms collide with absurd horror. Ronnie and his son Brayden run a kitschy walking tour through Los Angeles' glittering history, but their rivalry ignites when a seductive stranger joins their ranks. Worse still, a monstrous oil-slicked killer begins prowling the streets at night, leaving a trail of grease and dread in his wake.
The film blends offbeat comedy with eerie thriller elements, creating a tone that's as unpredictable as it is unsettling. Starring Michael St. Michaels as the titular oily menace and newcomer Sky Elobar as Brayden, the cast delivers a mix of deadpan absurdity and genuine tension. Themes of obsession, generational rivalry, and the grotesque underbelly of glamour lurk beneath the surface, wrapped in Hosking's signature chaotic visual style.
Fans of off-kilter horror-comedies and eccentric indie films will find plenty to love here, especially those craving something far removed from mainstream cinema.