Random Acts of Violence is a horror-thriller film directed by Jay Baruchel, inspired by the comic of the same name created by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray. The movie follows the story of two comic book writers, Todd and Ezra, who have created a character named Slasherman, a cold-blooded killer who terrorizes innocent people on the highways of America.
As they embark on a road trip to promote their graphic novel, they begin to witness gruesome murders that eerily resemble those committed by their fictional character. The killings become more frequent and gruesome, leading the writers to realize that someone is taking their work too seriously.
The film explores the idea of the relationship between art and real life, as Todd and Ezra come face to face with the consequences of the violence they have portrayed in their comics. They are forced to question their creative work and its potential impact on society.
The lead actors in the film include Jesse Williams, Jordana Brewster, Jay Baruchel, and Niamh Wilson. The movie premiered at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival and was released in 2020.
Random Acts of Violence has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its exploration of the relationship between fiction and reality, while others criticize its violent content. It remains an intriguing and challenging film that is sure to entertain horror fans.