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Absolutely Fantastic

Pretty good movie overall. First half was nothing special but it got better as it went along.

It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

The film never slows down or bores, plunging from one harrowing sequence to the next.

This one had come across my desk a number of times, on lists of "Movies you must see" and so on and so forth, but something about a movie depicting a school shooting just didn't strike me as something I was terribly keen to see. Especially given the frequency in which we see the very real, and very tragic event unfold on almost a daily basis these days.However, more time went by, and more recommendations for the film came through, so I broke down and checked it out. I couldn't be more pleased that I did. The Dirties is gripping, frightening, and devastating, and I would say that if you've been avoiding it like me, it's time to check it out.One of the things that really makes this movie work is the performances. Director/Star Matt Johnson and Owen Williams are both dynamite in their roles as Matt and Owen. Their chemistry is solid, and the depictions of high school students feel very genuine, and there seems to be a real element of writing from experience. Their time in high school is complicated, and feels a lot like my own experiences with bullying, friends, and just trying to get through.The mockumentary format is very effective, though there are sections that don't make a ton of sense in terms of where/why a camera man is present. Matt addresses the camera man from time to time, but even still there are times when it's not really established why there is a camera there, such as during a heated argument where the camera man appears to be hiding in a closet, rather than actually hanging out with friends.The final scene in the movie is one of the most gripping and intense scenes I've had the pleasure of sitting through in a very long time. You know exactly where the scene is going, and somehow that only increases the tension. My heart was pounding in my chest, and I really had a visceral reaction to what I was seeing.That said, the movie is definitely disturbing. Particularly given the current trend of mass shootings from the United States, and I did find it as upsetting as it was entertaining. I do recommend the movie, but as one for adults who have gotten through high school and realized (as we all do) that those years, ultimately don't matter. Rather than teens stuck in a shitty situation.There are great performances, a fabulous soundtrack, and a lot of talent on display in The Dirties and, while it's not without its faults, I really look forward to seeing what these filmmakers come out with next. If you haven't seen it, you should.

Matt and Owen are best friends at the same high school. They are sort of geeky and as such are continually being picked on and bullied by their class mates - who are obviously a bunch of cowards as all bullies are. They are doing a class project in which they have to make a film. This is right up their street as they are both mad movie buffs. So they decide to make a film about how they take revenge on the bullies - as they call them 'the dirties' - and use as many filmic references as possible.This all seems well and good, only one of them is slightly more serious than the other - cue the mayhem.Well this is a rather well made indie and you can tell a lot of heart and soul has gone into the production. There are some really good lines and some well observed pieces too especially regarding relationships and movie making. The acting is all surprisingly good too. The only issue may be the way some of the action pans out but that will be a matter of taste for the viewer. All in all they pack an awful lot into the 80 minute run time. I would rate as 7/10 as I always appreciate a good and original indie production.

the movie started off OK realised it was "found footage" movie - put me off a bitit wasn't done very well and the acting was pretty average.. im getting sick of these movies that "claim" the footage is real... don't even bother anymore seriously.the build up was pretty poor and then its a total anti climax at the end your expecting a mass shooting at the school and he only shoots 2 people, then its over....this really shouldn't have over a 5/10 rating - im pretty fair with movies and ill generally watch anything and find good in most movies but this one was pretty boring and the ending could have made the movie but it failed horribly.

Wow. This was an amazing film. I have a lot to say about it but I will keep my thoughts concise. The topic of school shootings is obviously a sensitive one, given that it happens too often these days, but I think it's an interesting subject. There's obviously a lot to explore in regards to the people who do it, and this film has an interesting take on it.To start off, it's kind of a different film from other school shooting films like Zero Day or Elephant that have a serious and somber tone throughout. This movies starts off quite funny. I laughed quite a lot. It has kind of a "nerdy high school kids movie" kind of feeling. It also includes lots of references to films, since the main characters are film fans themselves, allowing for captivating scenes such as the final credit sequence that gives nods to other films in a way I won't spoil.The characters are displayed in a quite realistic way. The humour in the beginning makes you bond with them and kind of like them, so when things start to get serious, you care what happens. They aren't shown in a way that seems stereotypical, they just seem like real guys you would know, and maybe even be friends with. That makes it all the more disturbing. As someone who graduated high school last year (at the time of this review), I can relate to the setting of high school, and while I wasn't bullied, nor did I witness bullying on this level, I can still understand how it would happen. The interactions between characters feel like real high school interactions. There are some pretty good performances here.The ending may not be everyones cup of tea, but I think it solidifies the theme of friendship throughout the film. The whole buildup at the end made the tension feel unbearable. I won't spoil that, but I could feel my heart beating and I felt actually nervous about what was going to happen, and when a film can do that, I give is massive credit. I highly recommend this film. (Bonus points cause I think it's Canadian)