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Bob Odenkirk’s Normal Premieres to Rowdy Midnight Madness Reception at TIFF

Early TIFF reviews hail Ben Wheatley’s ultra-violent, darkly comic thriller as a showcase for Bob Odenkirk’s action star turn.

Overview

  • The film world-premiered at TIFF’s Midnight Madness, drawing an enthusiastic late-night crowd and strong early notices.
  • Directed by Ben Wheatley with a screenplay by Derek Kolstad from a story by Kolstad and Odenkirk, the movie positions Odenkirk firmly as an action lead.
  • Set in a small Minnesota town with a buried criminal conspiracy, the film blends dark humor with relentless, blood-soaked set pieces without relying on balletic choreography.
  • Critics highlight tactile stuntwork, grisly gags and references to touchstones like Free Fire, Die Hard, Fargo and Bad Day at Black Rock.
  • WME is handling sales, the supporting cast includes Henry Winkler and Lena Headey, and the runtime is about 1 hour 30 minutes with no release date announced.