It’s an experimental action movie starring rapperTravis Scottand presented entirely in infrared so, typical Korine.

(Korine himself plays one of these characters, who explains the group’s philosophy in a monologue.)

The result is a chaotic collage that uses itsgritty aesthetic to emphasizethe movie’s bleak and nihilistic themes.

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There are hints of redemption amidst the grimness, but they are few and far between.

For this reason,Trash Humpersis Korine’s weakest project.

Only his diehard fans will appreciate its weirdness.

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Here, impersonators of famous figures likeCharlie Chaplin(Denis Lavant) and thePopelive together.

Plus, it hurts that Korine evidently did not secure the rights to Jackson’s music.

Narratively, too,Mister Lonelyis unconventional and frankly bizarre.

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The focus is on the interplay between Julien’s mental illness and his relationships with his family.

In particular,Oscar nomineeChloe Sevignyis great as Julien’s sister Pearl, as isWerner Herzogas his abusive father.

Most viewers will probably find their attention beginning to wander before the halfway mark.

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Living by his rules, Moondog spends his days indulging in hedonistic pleasures and seeking inspiration.

The Beach Bumis a typically provocative Korine featurewith a characteristically scattershot plot.

Its secret weapon is McConaughey, who delivers a fantastic, committed, and wildly over-the-top performance.

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A lot of it is ironic, with the film critiquing its characters' shallowness and materialism.

There’s some social commentary hidden behind the hijinks and gunplay.

Some viewers will findGummotoo dark, butit’s also intense, potent, and philosophically rich.

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It’s an example of Korine’s stylistic inventiveness actually working.

Here, he melds anavant-garde and documentary style, producing a movie that is truly one of a kind.

The cinematography is also confident and memorable, making this downtrodden and despairing setting feel all too tangible.

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