FrightClub hosts Boondock Saints watch party

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FrightClub ran a synchronized watch-along of The Boondock Saints (1999) with live group commentary and timed breaks. Participants debated the film's portrayal of vigilante killing, with some calling it over-the-top comedy and others calling it politically on the nose. Viewers singled out Willem Dafoe and Billy Connolly for scene-stealing turns and quoted favorite lines and beats from characters such as Rocco and Smecker. Several attendees said it was their first time watching and thanked FrightClub for a change of pace, while others recommended post-screening clips and extras to watch afterward. The host reminded viewers that FrightClub meets at 10 ET for future watch-alongs, and participants signaled plans to join upcoming screenings in the series.

mogadon

@mogadontrenchcoat.bsky.social

#nowwatching the boondock saints (1999) with the good people at #frightclub. this flick isn't without its critics for the whole glorification of vigilante killing thing, but to me it's just an over the top comedy which can't be taken seriously at all. and it's got the big yin!

3345d ago

mogadon5

has boston recovered from scotland yet? #frightclub

TattooedHorrorGranny1

There are so many hysterical scenes!

Shawn Marier1

One of my all time favorites

vanderkalm.bsky.social1

I’ve never seen this, but I have seen “Over Night”, the amazing documentary made about it that I 100% recommend seeing.

The Working Dead1

Oh it’s not the glorification of vigilantism that bothers me, it’s just the rampant… everything. It’s such a mean spirited little movie that glorifies a type of aggro shithead I just can’t stand.

Joe_Ted_Jerome

@joetedjerome.bsky.social

I only knew Billy Connolly from Head of the Class and vaguely as a stand-up before this. Sufficed to say this blew my mind. #FrightClub #BoondockSaints

1745d ago

mogadon3

if you're scottish, you grew up with billy's stand-up and constant chat show appearances. he's on sean connery levels of fame. this blew our minds too 😂

CineWolf 🧿👁️2

I listened to a recording of Billy Connolly’s early comedy sets from Scotland for Scots. Totally incomprehensible.

WeirwoodTreeHugger

@weirwoodtreehug.bsky.social

I like political horror generally. But this is just so on the nose. #FrightClub

1344d ago

Kevin C 🎬6

@weirwoodtreehug.bsky.social I mean, it's so sickeningly simple lately. Just repeat the BS from the politicians and talking heads, "Foreigners are raping and pillaging..." It's like they pulled this out of the last election campaign. 😖 #FrightClub #TheForeverPurge

iBetta6

Yeah too easy to see this happening now… way too easy. #FrightClub #EattheRich #theForeverPurge

Fright Club3

Altogether too prescient #TheForeverPurge #FrightClub

TattooedHorrorGranny

@tattooedgranny.bsky.social

I still love everything about this movie! #frightclub have a great night

1045d ago

Leonardo Decapitator

@xenionx.bsky.social

That theatre was running Dracula and Frankenstein. Would you brave the Purge to see them in the big screen together? #FrightClub

1044d ago

iBetta5

Nope. But I don’t go to theaters now anyway for any movies. I like the comfort of my own home and my own popcorn. 🍿 Less expensive too. lol #FrightClub #EattheRich #theForeverPurge

Amber (& Jay)

@hungry4horror.bsky.social

"I can't buy a pack of smokes without running into nine guys you fucked!"🤣🤣🤣 #FrightClub #TheBoondockSaints

945d ago

Tales From the Cryptlette

@manofthetown.bsky.social

Willem Dafoe is a treasure in this. 😂 #Frightclub #theboondocksaints

1245d ago

FlyingAceCMX (Chris Molinar)

@flyingacecmx.bsky.social

Billy Connolly is one of my favorite comedians. This bit always cracks me the hell up. 🤣 (Recommend you watch it after the movie) #FrightClub

1245d ago

Quizno's Hatrack

@squidlow.bsky.social

I started this Fourth of July off by watching Jackie Gleason chew scenery to hell in Smokey and the Bandit and I'm finishing it with Willem Dafoe honestly doing the exact same thing in Boondock Saints. Perfect. #FrightClub #BoondockSaints #America

1045d ago

Fright Club

@frightya.bsky.social

Back in 15... no, 12, for more #FrightClub with #TheBoondockSaints!

945d ago

scenarist / Chris

@scenarist.bsky.social

Your favorite lesser known Will Patton characters? I will say Mothman Prophecies. Also The Canyon. #FrightClub

844d ago

iBetta5

Armageddon. I liked him in the Halloweens too. #FrightClub #EattheRich #theForeverPurge

Kate in CO3

gotta mention his work narrating audiobooks - loved him reading King’s Mr Mercedes trilogy #frightclub

Andy Son of Moog

@andysonofmoog.bsky.social

#BoondockSaints and #Fallen were so much fun with you #FrightClub !! Appreciate you

845d ago

Ashy Slashy

@junkywithamonke.bsky.social

it's hilarious. from Rocco to Smecker everyone is so funny... even the dumb cops. #FrightClub

1045d ago

Empurror Clawdzilla

@ms-lint.bsky.social

Both were first time watches for me. This was a good change of pace. Thanks #FrightClub 🖤

1045d ago

Diana

@artemismoon.bsky.social

I'm in a fighting mood tonight, so it's a great night for #TheForeverPurge with #FrightClub

944d ago

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