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Lowlifes didn't offer me any surprises when it came to the main plot but definitely has a few unexpected moments along the way.

It's hard to discuss without giving away too much but I wanted to add a little review just to bolster the ratings really as the filmmakers and actors deserve it.

This is a low budget feature but the cast put a lot in and make you root for or hate the relevant characters.

It's acting that hopefully sees the main players get more work in the future.

The action/horror moments are gory and tense and hit the spot of what's hoped for in a slasher movie like this.

It's a little gem of a film that I hope gets watched by a good number of people.

Tubi original Lowlifes breathes some new life into the old 'city folk vs. Hillbillies' genre, blending comedy and gory horror to great effect. It's best to go into the film blind, so I'm not going to summarise the plot or mention any spoilers, suffice to say that it serves up some neat twists along the way.

Directors Tesh Guttikonda and Mitch Oliver deliver a fun movie that isn't to be taken seriously and their cast act accordingly, putting in enjoyably campy/comical turns. This doesn't mean that the horror is any less effective when it happens though: there's some genuinely nasty stuff in the film with plenty of graphic splatter along the way.

Don't watch this one expecting it to be a game changer -- I don't think the film-makers had such aspirations -- accept Lowlifes for what it is... a bloody good time with its severed braised tongue firmly in cheek.

Being honest I was skeptical when I found out this was a Tubi original I mean let's face it some of the programming on Tubi is scraping the bottom of the barrel But it turned out it was better than I would've expected I liked the role reversal The blood and gore all throughout the movie was amazing But the ending was a glorious chaotic spectacle I noticed a couple people in their reviews were saying something to the effect That the ending of the movie could make or break it Personally I thought the ending was fine I like it when movies throw me twists and turns that I'm not expecting and this movie gave me plenty of surprises.

Wow this was actually surprisingly competent to come out of Tubi but I'm not going to be the one complaining about it. I've never actually watched a Tubi original before having seen this film but I have used to streaming service quite a good bit due to its wide range of different films, but since it is a free streaming service that relies on ads I didn't expect it's original content to be all that great and I have a feeling the plethora of other originals they've released aren't really all that amazing - but I am fairly confident in saying that their newest horror film "Lowlifes" was actually quite a bit better than I had expected. It has a lot of things to like about it and despite it very clearly not being perfect and having some pretty noticeable flaws, the late majority of this is at the very least entertaining and more than violent enough to make for a good cannibal centric horror comedy experience.

I completely forgot that this movie wasn't your standard "redneck torture family" thing like you would expect from "The Hills Have Eyes" or "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" until around like thirty or so minutes into the movie the twist occurs and honestly I was somehow blindsided by it. In hindsight it is a very obvious twist but I wasn't paying attention nearly enough to the way it was progressing to get that, but I do believe that it is a really great flip on the usual way these things go and makes for a much more compelling narrative that somewhat falls off towards the end but never entirely nosedives. Although; if there is one thing I can very confidently say about this movie is that I did not enjoy its ending in the slightest, it really reminds me of like "Cabin Fever" so if you've seen that film you know exactly what it means... I don't personally like it but I don't think it's not well done as it does work but just aggravated me, so I can only take half a star off for that fact as this would probably be a four.

If there's one definitive plus I can give to this movie is that I found it to be insanely funny pretty much the entire way through, and that's not something I usually expect going in to horror comedies but almost every single joke in this film worked perfectly for me and that was partially due to just how not serious it takes itself but also the way all the jokes are delivered by their respective actors. It all flows together super neatly and this might be one of the funniest horror comedies I have seen in recent times, definitely up there for this decade and I am a believer that the comedic aspect of this film is clearly the best part of it as a whole. However; that's not to say it's the only good part as the rest is also pretty great, the acting for one is superb from start to finish.. Amanda Fix as Amy is a very clear standout example for the level of talent on display here and she plays conflicting emotions surprisingly well until that kind of fades away towards the end, Matthew MacCaull is probably one of the funniest people I have ever seen on screen and the way he goes about doing everything he does here is hilarious, plus a tiny role given to Richard Harmon who I personally know best from "Grace Encounters 2" but is probably most well known for his amazing role in the show "The 100".

Another really fantastic part about this movie was it's kills and the overall way they're shown - this is a pretty gory film and I can't say I was expecting that in the slightest. From the very first kill shown to us in full detail it is very clear that it handles its effects with care and is brutally disturbing whenever it does so. I mean it is a film revolving around a cannibalistic family so you would expect to see people getting eaten, killed and dismembered but the way it's shown is real gruesome and surprisingly detailed. There's one character who's whole deal for a while is that the favorite part of the human body for them to eat it the eyeballs, and that is both awesome and horrible, plus there's a really amazing scene of someone getting shot through the neck with a bow and arrow and it's exactly as cool and horrifying as it sounds. Definitely much better effects work here than I thought was gonna be present and left me fairly impressed the entire way through, and they never take a significant dip in quality or anything - leaving them visually impressive and compelling to watch, which is always a major plus watching a horror film like this.

Lowlifes is a Tubi original movie that's actually good for some reason? I never thought there would come the day where I would be able to somewhat confidently say that but I do actually think this is an above average horror/comedy that is worth checking out since it's free and super easily accessible. It's not something that's going to go blowing your socks off or anything but it's a wildly fun ride that is never once dull or uninteresting and leaves the viewer with a sense of intrigue and just the excitement of seeing how these two families are going to clash. At the very least I can say that this movie is impressively well made, from it's set designs, acting, and of course effects - this is a movie that I definitely recommend for anyone craving a dumb fun horror film but don't go expecting some masterpiece. It doesn't take itself seriously like ever and neither should you, it's an enjoyable experience and that's all I could really ask from it.

It was an entertaining enough movie to watch its nice when a horror movie attempts to do things different to the rest, which was unexpected especially from a tubi original. It helped that i didnt watch a trailer before hand as ive heard it kind of spoils it.

And although the pacing at times was off and there wasn't alot of plot you often don't need it in a horror for it too be worth watching. Felt like the acting for the most part was good.

I recommend this for anyone who just enjoys watching horrors, feel like alot of these bad reviews are from people who didn't enjoy being taken down a different path to the usual horror movie setup.

I was pleasantly surprised with this movie. I tend to put on horror/slashers on in the background but this one caught my attention. It even had a couple of decent surprises. I rated this as a 7 because it's better than average for this type of genre but it's not going to be to everyone's taste.

If you are looking for something completely original, particularly gruesome, or with a lot of jump scares, this isn't for you.

However, if you like splatter slashers with some comedy, Lowlifes is a good choice. They did a good job with the casting, the characters were fun, and it looked like the cast was enjoying themselves.

If the film makers or cast ever look at this, you did a great job and I look forward to seeing future films.

While in places Lowlifes teeters on the brink of dismal, there is just enough to keep you watching to the end.

The storey is run-of-the-mill blood and splatter. There is a twist, which leads to an interesting finale. Beyond that, there is no noticeable character development. Which is a shame, as there is a lot of room to expand on some of the characters' motives.

Given the fairly narrow scope of the film, it is not surprising that the cast could do little more than service the script. The dialogue revolves around vignettes designed around shock or humour, rather than narratives that build a story. Because of this, the characters are quite superficial.

If you do make it to the end you might find yourself thinking, as I did, this is a mediocre film that could really use a better written prequel. There's novelty worth exploring, and for that reason I am glad I watched it.

I shouldn't have watched this movie. At the end it just doesn't make any sense. In real life people won't do that stupid mistake. Good horror and visual effect I must admit, just illogical. Completely stupid at the end. In the beginning it is so surprising, so promising, so thrilling. But when you have started to enjoy the horror then you realized there's a big hole in the wall that the director made and apparently forgot or couldn't patch it. I dunno how this movie can get 5+ rating (maybe from the effects), but I personally rate this movie as 1/10 because of a single mistake made by the director or the writer or whoever made this movie.

This movie was a pleasant suprise, it takes a quick turn at the beginning very quickly into what starts out as being the same story line of "family on holiday who takes a stranger back to thier home, only to be captured themselves etc"

This movie done a 180 on that overused concept and went a slightly different way, the end result being a well done film that you won't be disappointed with.

It has a few plot twists and plenty of blood for every horror fan, while I personally don't think this is a horror and it's more a thriller it's still a very fun watch and I would be happy to see a second one made.

I might have to start putting some respect on Tubi's name if they keep this up. What an under-rated little gem 'Lowlifes' turned out to be.

The film starts with possibly the quickest opening scene/kill I've ever witnessed in a horror movie. At that point I was a little worried, because it felt lazy and uninspired (of course later on in the film it makes sense why it had to be done like that). My early fears were quickly put to rest though and from there on out it was a tonne of fun.

I've seen this twist on the genre done twice in the last year. This was definitely the better version of it. There are fun characters everywhere you look and some excellent gore - a scene involving someone's own eye made me audibly gasp. This was a good one. 7/10.

Yo, y'all gotta check out "Lowlifes" (2024). This flick is a wild ride that totally caught me off guard. Directed by Tesh Guttikonda and Mitch Oliver, it's like they took the classic horror road trip vibe and cranked it up to eleven.

The story kicks off with a family road-tripping through some sketchy backroads. They end up crashing at this super remote homestead, and let's just say, things get hella intense real quick. The way the plot unfolds is mad unpredictable, keeping you on your toes the whole time.

Amanda Fix, who plays Amy, absolutely nails it. You might've seen her in "North of Normal," but here, she brings a whole new energy that's both raw and real. Matthew MacCaull, taking on the role of Keith, delivers a performance that's both chilling and captivating. Dude's been in "Tomorrowland" and "iZombie," but this role? Next level. And Brenna Llewellyn as Savannah? She was solid in "The Sinners," but she seriously steps up her game in this one.

What sets "Lowlifes" apart is its blend of horror and dark humor. It's like they took the suspense of "The Hills Have Eyes" and mixed it with the twisted family dynamics of "We're the Millers." The result? A bloody good time that's as funny as it is freaky.

The cinematography is on point, capturing the eerie isolation of the homestead and the creeping dread that builds throughout. And the gore? Let's just say, horror fans won't be disappointed. It's graphic, it's gnarly, and it's executed with a finesse that shows the filmmakers know their stuff.

Now, I gotta shout out the screenplay by Al Kaplan. The dialogue feels real, the characters are fleshed out, and the twists? Man, I didn't see 'em coming. It's refreshing to watch a horror movie that doesn't rely on the same old clichés.

All in all, "Lowlifes" is a standout in the 2024 horror scene. It's got suspense, it's got laughs, and it's got moments that'll make you squirm. If you're into horror that's both smart and brutal, this one's for you. Don't sleep on it.

Well it was a great movie for about the whole movie. Plot twist was amazing and hooked me in. It was the ending that made me rate it low. I predicted what was going to happen as it was happening and once it happened, I shut the movie off. I don't want to spoil it but if I would have knew how it ended, I wouldn't have wasted my time. It isn't anything new. I will say every movie that ends similar to this, I do not like at all. The one who lives I kind of liked til crap started hitting the fan. I don't like characters switching up like they bad to the bone when they have acted another throughout most the movie. It's really annoying. And for this person to be the one to live aggrivates me more. I don't have high expectations for these types of movies but dang. It could have ended better. Bad endings aggravate me off because I invested my time throughout the whole movie to be disappointed. I would rather have been disappointed in the beginning or the middle so I could save my time and find another movie. Like man, this movie was on point til that one part. I think if you can get past the ending, you will enjoy and appreciate the movie. It was well thought out and I guess I can say the ending was too. Just wasn't my cup of tea. Like I said, not a unique ending, I just don't like those endings in movies unless I at least like the character. Anyways, don't go off my review. My opinion is subjective. If you can give a movie a break, then give it a watch. I really love movies and sometimes can take them to far! I realize 1 part in a movie shouldn't dictate the overall rating. I had it rated at 2 stars and now changing to a 5. I'd never watch though and would not refer this to any of my friends though lol.

I hate to admit it, but Tubi finally made a decent movie! I usually avoid anything by the company out of principle, but after reading the reviews for this one I decided to see what all the fuss was about, and why everyone was having toddler tantrums over the ending. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised by the movie, and it really goes to show that even the worse production companies get it right once in a while.

The movie starts off looking like your basic "family on vacation meets redneck freaks" horror film, but it turns that on its head early on. The rest of the film is not what anyone would expect, and made the film enjoyable, entertaining and very well made. The acting, the script, even the cinematography was top notch, and it all culminated into one of the best endings in a horror film in recent memory. I really appreciate when horror films don't take the safe route to appease the low IQ viewer with fragile sensibilities, and this film does that and it is made much better because of it.

Ignore all of the reviews about how the ending should be different or that the movie was ruined because of it. Those are not horror fans. Real horror fans know that things don't always end up how we expect or how we'd like them to, and that's what makes the genre as great as it is. Don't like it? Go watch a romcom or some other nonsense. Leave these movies for those of us that truly appreciate the genre!

I don't remember recently such an artistic/professional "suicide" like this. Director/writers came up with pretty good ideas. LOWLIFES somewhat grabs you by the throat, it's never boring, of course it's not that original and creative but for a 2024 horror movie, it's almost great. Characters are well written, actors do a good job, there are nice twists.

And then it goes down the drain. The ending was disgusting. Look, i could live with unsatisfying endings but this is not an art drama neither a crime thriller. This is something like a dark comedy with horror elements. You can't end your movie like this after all the things that happened. Writers wanted to end it unexpectedly, and i respect bold choices. But not in this movie. This movie DEMANDED a different ending.

Ending aside, this lose its steam during the last 20-ish minutes. It should have been at least 10 minutes shorter. Pace/rhythm got worse, and it was not that anxiety-inducing during those minutes. Something was off. It was bordeline funny and as it seems, unintentionally funny.

Actors were very good though. And the build up was good enough to make me invested.

Truly great horror, I enjoy almost everything from the start until the end. The one that I don't like is the gore with body parts shown and some disturbing actions towards them. Other than that, the story flow nicely, the acting was good in my opinion and there is no boring part of the movie.

Although the reality of our life might be harsher than this, but Lowlifes actually show the scary part of human way of thinking that could possibly happens somewhere in this world. I like the way the actors show that craziness.

As for the last few minutes I can't say that I don't disappointed. There are some stupid cliches used here, I just hope they can do it differently. But that is still much better than Smile 2 ending, and I don't really mind if that open the opportunity for a sequel.