People, really… lighten up. I was browsing some reviews for Gutterballs and it struck me that people, in general, really don’t get the point of these 80’s throwback slashers. It’s not like it’s hard to understand. There is no point. It’s just fun and stupid and gory and disturbing.

The rape scene was horrifying.  It was completely hideous and over the top. Revolting! Disgusting! But did it glorify rape? Well, it didn’t make me want to rape anyone. I can’t speak for the rest of the people that watched this movie, but I’d have to say probably not. It wasn’t meant to be arousing. It was just what it is. One horrific thing that happens in a movie full of horrific things. Gutterballs glorifies rape about as much as it glorifies bowling.

I did have a problem with the ’sex change’ scene. I thought it was disgusting, but it just made me hate the killers more and look forward to them getting their just rewards as I knew there would. That’s just the way things work in these movies. The killers get theirs and one person – always a chick – survives to tell the story. The end.

The acting is so bad it’s laughable but the girls are hot, so don’t complain. This isn’t a movie to stimulate the brain. It’s a movie to watch blood and guts fly. Just enjoy it for that. If the rape scene bothers you too much, close your eyes.

Quick Review: Don’t watch Gutterballs for award winning performances or an edge of your seat thriller. It’s none of those things. It’s a gorefest and a fun one. So you know, there is some penis shown. If you have a problem with that, choose another category.

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