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Man Bites Dog (1992)

Plot Summary: A film crew follows a ruthless thief and heartless killer as he goes about his daily routine. But complications set in when the film crew lose their objectivity and begin lending a hand. A Belgian black comedy crime mockumentary following a serial killer and the chaotic, nihilistic violence that ensues. Directors: Rémy Belvaux, André Bonzel, Benoît Poelvoorde Writers: Rémy Belvaux, André Bonzel, Benoît Poelvoorde Starring: Benoît Poelvoorde Rémy Belvaux André Bonzel ***SPOILER ALERT*** A Psychosocial Masterpiece PRESET C: I loved this one. I think that as a masterpiece of psychosocial analysis, it's up there with A Clockwork Orange. But it has its own bizarre, half-ridiculous/half-serious feel. The main character (Ben) is the biggest smart-ass on the planet and, like the guys filming him, one just stands in awe of his douchebaggery. I wanted to know more abou...