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Walden is a dark comedy that has a couple of outstanding performances and a fun, mysterious plot. Describing this as a killer/horror film is wrong, despite the fact that it has many killings in it. It's more accurately described as a dark comedy, along the lines of Blood Simple, though not nearly as cohesive or well done. The multiple storylines are the weakest aspect. Though all are interesting, two peter out completely, and others appear to be red herrings. I actually felt bad for several of actors in minor roles,especially the 2nd cop who just stands by looking pretty. But Hirsch's performance is so fun and absolutely brilliant! Newcomer Luke Davis is also a highlight. I wish Walden could be edited and redone, because then it'd be the movie it could be. But I recommend it for the fun of watching the character Walden go about his life.

This is very obviously a Quentin Tarantino wannabe, and it is slightly entertaining as such. Lots of twists and turns with weird characters and weird conversations and weird locations, as well as the traditional Tarantino non-linear storytelling. The various actors and scenes in the movie are entertaining and quite violent at times, albeit with dark humor. The thing that is not made clear from the title, and it should be, is that this is only part one of longer story. If you go into this with that realization, then you may not be disappointed. If you are fan of Quentin Tarantino, you may like this movie, but lower your expectations.