Fried Barry

"Fried Barry" is a truly unconventional film that takes the viewer on a surreal and unsettling journey. With a rating of 8/10, the film deserves recognition for its unconventional approach and captivating portrayal.

The storyline of "Fried Barry" revolves around the protagonist Barry, who is unwillingly abducted by aliens and infected with a strange power. From that moment on, we experience the world through Barry's perspective as he drifts through the streets of Cape Town, encountering absurd and often dangerous situations.

The film excels in its unique visual design and creative direction. The cinematography and camera work contribute to capturing the psychedelic and unsettling atmosphere of Barry's world. The use of intense colors, fast cuts, and unconventional perspectives enhances the surreal experience and immerses the viewer deeply into the protagonist's twisted mindset.

The performance by Gary Green, who portrays Barry, is remarkable. He effectively conveys the character's depths and extremes, giving Barry a distinctive presence. Despite minimal dialogue in "Fried Barry," Green manages to communicate Barry's inner state and reactions through body language and expressiveness.

"Fried Barry" is certainly not a film for everyone. The disturbing and often bizarre nature of the storyline may polarize viewers, and those seeking traditional narrative structures may be disappointed. However, the film offers a unique and captivating experience for those willing to embrace its offbeat and experimental nature.

With a rating of 8/10, "Fried Barry" deserves praise for its creative approach, visual design, and Gary Green's convincing performance. For film enthusiasts who are open to an extraordinary and unsettling adventure, this film is definitely worth a watch.

I didn't think it was a horror comedy in the sense I'm used to, but it wasn't an overly serious film either. It has some very weird and trippy moments that aren't going to be everyone's taste. Personally I had fun with it.

Most of the plot is odd, because the main character isn't driving the story. A lot of events tend to happen around him instead. And he is going along with whatever every one else is doing. Which works to some degree with the whole fish out of water, he is an alien inside a human body experiencing things for the first time.

The lead did pretty well with his physical comedy too.

I was hoping for something a little more intense. The set-up was there for something truly anarchic but it just didn't quite pull it off. It wasn't too bad though, it just seemed to run out of steam very quickly.

Gary Green, the guy who plays Barry, could easily play an alien without needing any makeup. His face is fascinating and his expressions are endlessly entertaining. I could see him as a successful character actor.

I had the pleasure of getting to sit down to watch the 2020 movie "Fried Barry" here in 2021. I hadn't even heard about the movie prior to getting to sit down and watch it. But I must say that the movie's synopsis sounded like this could possibly be an interesting movie.

And I will say that writers Ryan Kruger and James C. Williamson definitely managed to churn out a wholesome, unique and very entertaining script. So sitting down to watch "Fried Barry" was quite a treat. In fact, this entire movie was like a bad acid trip, but in a good and entertaining manner.

The storyline told in "Fried Barry" is odd, no doubt about it. The story is about Barry, an abusive man with a bad drug habit, whom one day becomes abducted by an alien visitor that takes over his physical body. And while inhabiting the drug addict's body, the alien sets out to experience Earth.

"Fried Barry" is truly a one of a kind movie. And you should take notice that this is definitely something of an acquired taste. I don't think there is a middle ground here with "Fried Barry", you either like it or dislike it. Personally, then I definitely liked it because the movie was so far out there and bizarre that it was just pure bliss to sit through.

Take heed though, because the movie is crammed with weird imagery that possibly would serve the viewer better if the viewer was high on some kind of psychadelic drug. And those strange images definitely carried the movie a great long way.

I wasn't familiar with a single actor or actress on the cast list in "Fried Barry", but hats off to lead actor Gary Green for his performance as Barry. Wow, talk about putting on a stellar performance. Just watching Gary Green's performance alone makes it well-worth while sitting through the entire movie, even if you dislike the storyline.

"Fried Barry" snuck on in under the radar for me, but I am more than thrilled that I took the time to sit down and watch director Ryan Kruger's 2020 movie, because "Fried Barry" was an experience unlike anything else I have seen on the screen.

My rating of "Fried Barry" lands on a well-deserved eight out of ten stars.

Great Music. Great scenes. Funny and Fresh.

Not sure why all the negative reviews.

Reminds me of a 1980's fright fest film. Although the dialogue of the main Protagonist is limited, his expressionism, surrounding situation, and the films music score tells it all.

This movie is A LOT of fun and would recommend it especially with friends.

I have no problems with the acting, as everyone performed in an above average manner.

Alcohol and Drug use scenes were accurate. Definitely not written by a bunch of phony Hollywood suits sitting around a table writing what they think it's like.

I can't say is this film is cerebral but, the dark gritty landscape fits well with the story as Barry falls deeper and deeper into isolation and despair, essentially "hitting rock bottom". I found myself wondering what the 'alien', via its first hand research, thinks as it discovers the cruel capabilities of human society, by both criminals AND government, as well as the life hardships people go through but may not realize as it's normal for our species.

I would say this film is a cross between "A Weekend at Bernie's" and "The Faculty" but, not as sinister.