Review of Hobo with a Shotgun (2007) by Ben H — 29 Sep 2011

A Grindhouse throwback with moments of hilarity, but it seems only Rutger Hauer is in on the joke.

This review of Hobo with a Shotgun (2007) was written by Ben H on 29 Sep 2011.

Hobo with a Shotgun has generally received positive reviews.

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I could write a full review on why this film is great. Though, why? I don't get paid to do so. Let's just say this film is sick fun…

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By Benjamin S (705) on 12 Nov 2015

While the sleazy, sexual elements of the film are true to the pulpy exploitation films to which it pays homage, they do become tired and discomforting…

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By Stefan G (492) on 04 Jun 2015

Hell yeah! This movie was awesome. Kitschy, bloody, occasionally bizarre, just enough bad acting and lots of madness equals an awesome ride…

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By Evan M (482) on 12 Oct 2015

An underrated Grindhouse film that really kicks ass. And it is UBER-Violent! Rutger Hauer is a badass…

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By Hunter B (238) on 05 Nov 2015

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By Kay L (417) on 21 Sep 2016

Gory and full of great action. The hobo had a great performance, along with Slick…

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By Karsh D (1,216) on 29 Jun 2015

Good old style grindhouse stuff here as a hobo sick and tired of the violent crime in the town starts dispensing his version of justice…

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By Jamie C (1,664) on 27 Oct 2017

A very violent low budget movie that packs one hell of a punch at times, It's not afraid to cross lines and that's what makes this film stand…

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