‘Boy Kills World’ is a thrilling debut by Moritz Mohr.
A tale of vengeance and survival unfolds in Moritz Mohr’s electrifying directorial debut, ‘Boy Kills World.’ The film stars Bill Skarsgård as the titular Boy. It plunges audiences into a dystopian universe where revenge knows no bounds. The narrative centers on Boy. He is a young man rendered orphaned, deaf, and voiceless by the murderous rampage of Hilda Van Der Koy (played by Famke Janssen). Fuelled by a determination forged from childhood memories of a video game, Boy trains under a mysterious shaman (Iko Uwais) to exact retribution during the annual culling of dissidents. Watch our interview with Mohr below!
Director Moritz Mohr makes an indelible mark with ‘Boy Kills World.’ Mohr’s creative journey began alongside fight choreographer Dawid Szatarski, culminating in a captivating fusion of state-of-the-art video game aesthetics and adrenaline-pumping action. During our chat, Mohr talks about Sam Raimi supporting the film early on. He also discusses crafting a revenge film and Skarsgård’s work ethic. Read our Movie Review!
The film draws inspiration from Asian cinema, anime, and gaming culture.
Mohr meticulously crafts a visually stunning world that mirrors ours. The film is a rollercoaster ride of martial arts, mayhem, and bloodletting. It is enriched by Szatarski’s expertise and Mohr’s keen directorial vision. The genesis of ‘Boy Kills World’ emerged from a modest proof-of-concept film that caught the eye of Hollywood producers. Mohr’s collaboration with Stuart Manashil and Roy Lee catapulted the project forward. It ultimately gained the support of legendary filmmaker Sam Raimi.
Raimi, renowned for his work on the ‘Spider-Man’ franchise, quickly recognized Mohr’s storytelling prowess. This validation underscores Mohr’s ascent in the industry, propelling ‘Boy Kills World’ into the spotlight. Boy Kills World promises spectacle and a narrative depth that resonates with audiences. Mohr’s innovative approach to storytelling and stellar performances from the cast make for a a great revenge flick that will captivate viewers and leave them hungry for more.
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Sean Tajipour
Sean Tajipour is the Founder and Editor of Nerdtropolis and the host of the Moviegoers Society and Reel Insights Podcast. He is also a member of the Critics Choice Association. You can follow on Twitter and Instagram @Seantaj.
