Kill Your Friends

In the dark and cutthroat music industry of the late '90s, Steven Stelfox, played by Nicholas Hoult, is a ruthless A&R man looking to climb the ranks by any means necessary. He stops at nothing to achieve success and is willing to betray, manipulate, and even kill to get to the top. As he navigates the seedy world of the music business, Stelfox's moral compass disappears, leading him down a dangerous path of deceit and destruction. 'Kill Your Friends' is a satirical dark comedy that delves into the madness and desperation that fuels the entertainment industry, showcasing the extreme lengths people will go to for fame and fortune.

Despite a promising premise, 'Kill Your Friends' fails to hit all the right notes. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Nicholas Hoult's chilling performance as the ambitious yet sociopathic Stelfox. However, many criticized the film for its lackluster plot and characters, leaving viewers feeling disconnected and unengaged. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a disappointing 24% rating, with critics calling it a 'missed opportunity' and 'overly formulaic'. Metacritic was also unimpressed, giving 'Kill Your Friends' a low score of 45 out of 100. While Hoult's portrayal of Stelfox was a standout, the film as a whole fell short of expectations.