Curdled

Curdled is a crime-thriller film directed by Reb Braddock and released in 1996. The movie stars Angela Jones as Gabriela, a young and enthusiastic employee at a Miami-based crime scene cleanup company called Crime Scene Cleaners. Gabriela is an avid fan of violence and murder and has a strange fascination with serial killers. She spends her free time listening to audio recordings of murder confessions and watching video footage of crime scenes.

One day, Gabriela gets the opportunity she had been waiting for when she is assigned to clean up the aftermath of a brutal crime in a wealthy family's mansion. As she navigates the gory mess, she begins to piece together the twisted details of what happened. In the process, she becomes obsessed with the killer and begins to investigate the case on her own, despite being told by her boss, played by William Baldwin, to stay away from it. Her investigation leads her to meet a mysterious man named Paul Guell, played by Bruce Ramsay, who is either the killer or knows who the killer is.

As the plot develops, the audience is taken on a suspenseful journey filled with twists and turns that keep them guessing until the end. The film uses an interesting mix of comedy and gore to tell the story, making it somewhat of a dark comedy-thriller. The comedic elements are mostly provided by Gabriela's quirky personality and her interactions with her coworkers at Crime Scene Cleaners.

The film's humor and quirkiness do not detract from its suspenseful plot, which keeps the audience engaged throughout. The film's strong and unique aesthetic also contributes to its success. It was shot entirely in Miami, making use of the city's colorful and vibrant locations to create a vivid visual atmosphere. The movie's cool and stylish soundtrack adds to the overall effect, creating a sense of edginess and tension.

The film's cast is also noteworthy. Angela Jones delivers a captivating performance as Gabriela, offering a unique perspective on the traditional horror movie fan trope. William Baldwin provides a solid portrayal of Gabriela's boss, displaying a restrained but authoritative presence. Bruce Ramsay's character, Paul Guell, is complex and mysterious, providing the necessary tension and intrigue to the plot.

Overall, Curdled is a unique and engaging crime-thriller that delivers a satisfying cinematic experience. It is a film that can be enjoyed by fans of the genre as well as those who appreciate unique and stylized filmmaking.