Review of Party Monster (2003) by Future Josh — 25 Jun 2008

Good stuff, but James St. James' book Disco Bloodbath is infinitely more compelling.

This review of Party Monster (2003) was written by Future Josh on 25 Jun 2008.

Party Monster has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Peter L (735) on 27 Apr 2013

Party Monster is an accurate and well-made film depicting the rise and fall of Michael Alig and The Club Kids…

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By Joey M (303) on 14 Apr 2012

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By Matty S (358) on 27 Nov 2013

Low budget but creative and potent film chronically the late 80's/early '90's Club Kid scene and the bizarre true story of Michael Alig…

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By Matthew S (2,399) on 21 May 2015

I strongly disagree with critics' take on this film. It is a rightfully dark and twisted film featuring some exceptional performances…

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Culkin plays Alig as clueless to the end, living so firmly in his fantasy world that nothing can penetrate his chirpy persona…

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By Corey V (21) on 08 Dec 2013

This movie is surprisingly pretty good, i'd like to see more movies with adult Culkin…

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By Al R (31) on 20 May 2017

I thought Culkin did pretty well, it was such a 'bad' movie that it became captivating, I hope that was the point…

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I will definitely say that the makeup artists did a great job at recreating Michael's actual costumes…

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I've seen this film a few times cuz my bro is obsessed with it! why on earth this film interests him so much? Maybe the soundtrack…

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