Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008)

A worldwide epidemic encourages a biotech company to launch an organ-financing program similar in nature to a standard car loan. The repossession clause is a killer, however.

Director:

Darren Lynn Bousman

Writers:

Darren Smith (screenplay), Terrance Zdunich (screenplay),

Stars:

Alexa Vega, Paul Sorvino, Anthony Head

4 wins.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Alexa Vega	...	Shilo Wallace
Paul Sorvino	...	Rotti Largo
Anthony Head	...	Nathan / Repo Man (as Anthony Stewart Head)
Sarah Brightman	...	Blind Mag
Paris Hilton	...	Amber Sweet
Bill Moseley	...	Luigi Largo
Nivek Ogre	...	Pavi Largo (as Ogre)
Terrance Zdunich	...	Graverobber
Sarah Power	...	Marni
Jessica Horn	...	Jessica Adams
Branko Lebar	...	Rotti's Chauffeur
Brianna Buckmaster	...	Sherrie Alviso (as Briana Buckmaster)
Anna Kostan	...	Young Mormon Woman
Brad Austin	...	Young Mormon Man
Marty Adams	...	Big Man

Storyline

In the year 2056 - the not so distant future - an epidemic of organ failures devastates the planet. Out of the tragedy, a savior emerges: GeneCo, a biotech company that offers organ transplants, for a price. Those who miss their payments are scheduled for repossession and hunted by villainous Repo Men. In a world where surgery addicts are hooked on painkilling drugs and murder is sanctioned by law, a sheltered young girl searches for the cure to her own rare disease as well as information about her family's mysterious history. After being sucked into the haunting world of GeneCo, she is unable to turn back, as all of her questions will be answered at the wildly anticipated spectacular event: The Genetic Opera.

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Plot Keywords:

organ | epidemic | repossession | company | savior | 

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Taglines:

It's not just a movie....it's an event! (Road Tour Poster)

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Genres:

Comedy | Horror | Musical | Sci-Fi

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong bloody violence and gore, language, some drug and sexual content

Details

Official Sites:

Official site [jp] Official site [us]

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

20 November 2008 (Czech Republic)

Also Known As:

Foniki synallagi

Filming Locations:

Cinespace Film Studios, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Box Office

Budget:

$8,500,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$19,029 (USA) (14 November 2008)

Gross:

$140,244 (USA) (5 December 2008)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Twisted Pictures, Burg/Koules Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

98 min 150 min (original cut)

Sound Mix:

DTS Dolby Digital SDDS

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Paris Hilton shot the song "Come Up and Try My New Parts" on her first day on set.

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Goofs

Before Pavi snatches the Genterns' panties, he is clearly holding them in his hands.

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Quotes

Amber Sweet: Where the fuck is dad, brothers?
Luigi Largo: He left me in charge, sister!
Amber Sweet, Luigi Largo: I don't take lip from a...
Luigi Largo: ...slut.
[Amber knees Luigi between the legs, licks the side of his face, and walks away]
Amber Sweet: ...cunt.
Pavi Largo: My brother and sister should fuck.
Luigi Largo: Pavi, shut the fuck up!

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Connections

Referenced in Welshy Reviews: Saw Retrospective: Part V - Saw IV (2012)

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Soundtracks

"Sawman's Lament"
Written by Darren Smith and Terrance Zdunich
Performed by Paul Sorvino, Bill Moseley, Nivek Ogre, Alexa Vega and Anthony Head

User Reviews

Nothing Like It

I have been to cult films, I have been to great grand openings of everything from movies to books to games to this and that. If there is an opening, I will go to it. This movie... this entire experience, it was like nothing I've ever been to in my life.

People are asking whether or not this type of movie will gain 'cult' status, but the fact of the matter is... it already has. To quote Darren: "I'm standing up here, and I see that seventy percent of you are in costume, and the others are saying 'Damnit, why didn't I dress up?'." Dressing up isn't all that makes a cult, the fans are. The fact of the matter is, this movie has a rabid, feasting fanbase that would gladly hog-tie and grapple you to the movie just so that you have the experience of seeing it.

Those who say that this movie is crap, that it doesn't have an audience, and that the music is (my personal favorite) 'atonal', either weren't watching, listening or paying any attention to it at all. This movie is worth far more than anything I've seen in theatres for years. It is easily the most unique experience of my life.

I'd rather see something completely unique, even if it's offensive, gritty, shot with hand-held camera and staring sock puppets than watch anymore of the 'wannabe' good movies that have been coming out. These 'Masterpieces' that people consider to be SO amazing have nothing on a movie like this. This movie is untouchable, it is completely beyond all words.

Everything about this movie has a unique touch that is completely noticeable in absolutely every scene and song. It is an insult to creativity and artistry that a movie such as this should be shoved into only seven cities and outcasting all those who want to watch it so badly.

Myself and two friends drove down from Canada to watch it in Seattle, and we weren't the only ones, and some of the people at our showing were from Texas. This movie will surpass any movie this year through the years, simply because of the fans.

Do NOT miss watching this movie. If you can watch it, even if the theatre is three or four hours away... DO IT. Go in costume, shriek and have the best time of your life.