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Lifechanger

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A murderous shape shifter sheds blood to make things right with the woman he loves.
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Meagan Navarro Bloody Disgusting 07/03/2019
2.5/5
It's well shot and delivers on gooey, slimy practical effects. It might be a little too fast-paced, though; as the tragic love story at the heart of the film is never given much time for the emotional beats to fully resonate. Go to Full Review
Garnet Fraser Toronto Star 12/27/2018
3/4
Nothing detracts from the cracking pace that an 84-minute movie demands. Even the gore is efficient. Go to Full Review
Kristy Puchko Riot Material 07/27/2018
Lifechanger is a lean, mean, and intense dose of shapeshifter horror with a chilling message perfectly suited to the complex conversations of the Me Too era. Go to Full Review
Alan Jones Radio Times 07/22/2024
3/5
The blood-soaked horrors have a dark comedy edge, but they are mainly psychological, and all the better for it. Go to Full Review
Alix Turner Ready Steady Cut 02/02/2021
4/5
Drew is a shapeshifter who copies other people, killing them in the process. Not an easy lifestyle to maintain (or explain), if he is to reconnect with the woman he loved most. Go to Full Review
Emilie Black Cinema Crazed 04/11/2020
4/5
The film's strong points are on the human side and director McConnell recognizes this and lets the cast take the forefront while the visual style, the music, and the special effects take a back seat and let them do what they do best. Go to Full Review
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Cristian s Feb 6 La verdad buena película, se desarrolla a un ritmo lento pero justo. Por momentos me hizo acordar a un capitulo semanal de The X Files, es peculiar y con una premisa que sorprende bastante. Esperaba poco y me sorprendio. See more Emilliano Jr S @emill_santos 08/14/2024 I don't like the ending. Or maybe the movie as a whole. See more Diana S 07/18/2024 A good premise but, as the critics like to say, "tonally all over the place." I personally am not a fan of this trend I keep seeing of The Notebook meets Metamorphosis. It's like making salad dressing with Hawaiian Punch and anchovy paste. The two just don't go together no matter how many times you shake the carafe. (Yes, I get the (PLAYED) Beauty and the Beast reference, but unless Beast was a self-serving psychopathic murderer who was old enough to be Beauty's grandfather, I don't really see the connection.) Also, the ending is just plain wrong. The writer took the easy way out, which is always annoying. See more Logan D 06/25/2024 A skin changer attempts to reconnect with his love. A very brisk intelligent film of twisted desire and tragedy. Nice practical effects. That opening scene. If Takei was straight he'd say, "Oh, my!" See more 06/21/2021 A bizarre and original story with a few flaws. A mysterious and creepy treat for those who enjoy horror. Lifechanger follows a serial killing shapeshifter who needs to change bodies so often or else he will die. A fun concept that can be explored in film. Yet, the implementation makes the low-budget nature of this film too obvious. From cheesy noise effects to random changes in pacing. This film tries to achieve much yet has flaws that can be suspense breaking. Yet, I respect that this film focuses less on jumpscare and more on suspense building. The blood and guts can be toned down and the film remain powerful. Conflict feels like it's dished out to the audience instead of a more natural flow. If only the directors knew to rely less on cheaper effects for more powerful storytelling. Acting is excellent throughout. Each character giving their own spin on the film. It's a bit tragic and sad with more emphasis on drama than horror. 2.5/5. Deserves a better retelling. See more 06/12/2021 Such a great movie from front to back, the story was nothing I've ever heard before, I mean a life sucking shape Shifter that isn't a zombie or a vampire is refreshing.. Can't wait to see more from this talented director. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis A murderous shape shifter sheds blood to make things right with the woman he loves.
Director
Justin McConnell
Producer
Avi Federgreen, Justin McConnell
Screenwriter
Justin McConnell
Production Co
Unstable Ground Productions
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 2, 2019
Runtime
1h 24m
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