Brian’s Movie Den Ep. 3
Brian: Welcome to another episode of Brian’s Movie Den, with me, the ever-lovable Brian Hennerman. Today I want to talk about a new film I found at Movie Knight, that’s “knight” with a “k”, the mecca for VHS-aficionados in the greater Dallas area. The movie is called “Delivery Disaster”. We open in medias res. A mailman drives a truck full of packages down an endless American neighborhood as a pack of rabid dogs chase behind. Now these dogs are nothing like my mom’s– my stepmom’s corgi, Chuck. These were some real nightmare hellhounds. The dogs keep pace with the mail truck, tearing chunks out of the driver’s legs and arms. Each package he throws out the door is marked by his bloody handprint. He screams in pain and confusion, and this goes on and on until the movie just abruptly ends. There aren’t even any credits, which is a pretty bold choice. Is this film a commentary on how our 9–5 jobs are killing us, or how hostile the modern world is to outdated concepts like mailmen? Perhaps it’s merely a statement about the futility of purpose, and[subs 1] how no task can ever be really done. There are lots of ways to interpret it, but for now let’s get to the part you’re all waiting for. It’s score time! I give this film a four out of five, only because the actor frequently broke the fourth wall– by looking into the camera and shouting at it, like he was shouting at the audience. A little too on the nose for me. But I did enjoy it and I recommend you check out other films produced by Blessed Pictures. “Bike Hard” and “Coffee Bullet” are the only others I’ve found, but this little art house studio certainly knows how to push the boundaries of Western cinema. And a friendly reminder that there will be no new episode next week as I will be visiting my aunt in Delaware for Thanksgiving. Thanks for listening, all you Brian fans. And remember, we all love movie-magic, but don’t forget about the you-magic. Until next time!