Feed (2005)

40% of critics liked it
(5 reviews)
47% of users liked it
(5,411 ratings)

An Australian cyber crime investigator stumbles across one of the internet's darkest mysteries in this thriller that proves even the most outlandish fantasies can come true in the cyberspace era. Phillip is no stranger to debauchery. In his time as an internet investigator, the relatively hot shot… More An Australian cyber crime investigator stumbles across one of the internet's darkest mysteries in this thriller that proves even the most outlandish fantasies can come true in the cyberspace era. Phillip is no stranger to debauchery. In his time as an internet investigator, the relatively hot shot cyber cop has stumbled across some pretty repulsive fetishes. Upon learning of a bizarre new world of erotica in which men known as "feeders" seek out morbidly obese women known as "gainers," Phillip is discovers that one particularly exceptional "gainer" has gone missing after topping the scales at 600 pounds. When further investigation reveals that the website was created on Toledo, Ohio, the determined investigator books a flight to the Buckeye state against the wishes of his superior. As a result of his insubordinance, Phillip is fired from his job and forced to continue the investigation on his own watch, and at his own risk. Later, after discovering the horrific true nature of the "feeder" subculture, Phillip finds himself assuming the role of avenger as his sanity plunges into the darkest depths of despair. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 45 min.
Directed By: Brett Leonard
Written By: Kieran Galvin
Genres: Drama, Art House & International, Mystery & Suspense

In Theaters: Jan 1, 2005 Wide
On DVD: Jul 25, 2006
Studio: Becker Films

Critic Reviews

Anton Bitel, Film4
Leonard also relates how he and his crew, shooting guerrilla-style in Sydney's red light district, were chased off by angry pimps who thought they were undercover policemen.
Anton Bitel, Film4
Deeply shocking and darkly funny, Feed slowly brings its satire of consumerism and control to the boil, before ramming it right down the throat.
Don Willmott, Filmcritic.com
a piece of laughable exploitation that is actually trying to condemn exploitation even as it exploits
Rich Cline, Shadows on the Wall
Gleefully frightens and grosses out its audience every way imaginable.
Scott Weinberg, eFilmCritic.com
As Feed muddles through its outlandishly stupid premise, the thing just gets uglier instead of more intense, and sillier instead of more exciting.

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_kelly .

A top notch gory thriller. Could have done with a bit less flashbacks to childhood for both the cop and the killer. Alex O'Lachlan, doesn't do as well as I expect of him all the time, but he pulls it off sufficiently enough. Some may find the ending cheeky but I found it… More
A top notch gory thriller. Could have done with a bit less flashbacks to childhood for both the cop and the killer. Alex O'Lachlan, doesn't do as well as I expect of him all the time, but he pulls it off sufficiently enough. Some may find the ending cheeky but I found it suitable for a film with a derailed protagonist and that characteristically quirky-absurd spin so many thrillers go for. Off the top of my head, this is the only horror or thriller that has done the "death/serial killing over the net" concept, hell just the "multimedia, digital killer" concept, well. The pacing is steady and the gore and makeup are incredible. Really liked and was moved by (as in I felt sympathy for them) the Meiwes/Brandes tribute characters in the opening sequence (also serves up a solid second-long shot of charred penis in a frying pan). And pan-seared dicklet segues perfectly into the final touch: the "Most Fucked Up" highlight: There are PLENTY to choose from, but for me, it's the emotional control that the killer is proudly displaying over his victim to the cop in the climax.
E.J. B

Disgusting, and not in a good way.
John M

"Feed" is bizarre, sick, disgusting with an interesting premise. I personally think it could be helpful for those who need motivation for losing weight or changing their food habits.
FanGirl B

A seriously disturbing movie (made all the more disturbing by the fact that it's based on real events). I know a lot of films claim to be disturbing and aren't but this one actually is. It's also the first film in a long time where the ending caught me completely by… More
A seriously disturbing movie (made all the more disturbing by the fact that it's based on real events). I know a lot of films claim to be disturbing and aren't but this one actually is. It's also the first film in a long time where the ending caught me completely by surprise.
Barry L

Very disturbing but excellent.