ThanksKilling 3

In the world of independent and cult cinema, few movies can match the bizarre and extravagant plot of ThanksKilling 3. Yes, you read that right: there is no ThanksKilling 2. This is the central joke of the story, where the infamous villain Turkie returns, cruder and more ruthless than ever, on a mission to recover the only existing copy of the supposed lost sequel, ThanksKilling 2.

The film kicks off in outer space, where Turkie, a homicidal turkey with a dirtier mouth than a dumpster, begins a massacre among characters as outlandish as they are hilarious. Along the way, Turkie faces a motley crew that includes a rapping grandmother with the vocabulary of a sailor, a confused puppet, an inventor with a ridiculous wig, a bisexual space worm, and a group of equally absurd friends.

The narrative of ThanksKilling 3 defies any conventional logic. Instead, it embraces a surreal and deranged aesthetic, blending gore, dark humor, and moments that challenge any sense of coherence. Turkie, who combines tasteless jokes with over-the-top acts of violence, drives the plot forward, delivering sharp satire that spares no one (literally).

One of the most striking elements of this production is its play with metanarrative. The non-existent ThanksKilling 2 becomes a recurring joke, a McGuffin that propels the action into increasingly bizarre scenarios. From space battles to unexpected musical numbers, the film revels in subverting the audience’s expectations.

Despite the grotesque premise, ThanksKilling 3 has cultivated a loyal following among fans of absurd cinema. Its audacious dialogue and irreverent approach to horror and science fiction genres have secured it a special place in the pantheon of cult films.

Director: Jordan Downey

Genre: Comedy, Horror, Science Fiction

Cast: Benjamin Siemon, Bridge Stuart, Christina Blevins, Daniel Usaj, David Cronin, Jeffery A. Baker, Joe Hartzler, Jordan Downey, Kevin Stewart, Marc M., Mike Litzenberg, Preston Altree