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Written and directed by Aaron Woodley, Rhinoceros Eyes follows Chep (Michael Pitt), a reclusive prop-factory employee who quite literally lives at his job. Considering that Chep only leaves the funhou... read more read more...se-like factory to watch romantic films at the local movie house and is able to locate even the most obscure of objects from the depths of the prop house, he is regarded among peers as a valuable, if eccentric, asset to the staff. Eventually, Chep develops an infatuation with Fran (Paige Turco), a movie production designer with an uncanny eye for detail and authenticity. As her visits become more frequent, her requests become more bizarre -- including a pair of rhinoceros eyes, an antique Irish wooden prosthetic arm, and a severed index finger -- Chep becomes increasingly determined to procure them for her, and resorts to drastic, oftentimes violent measures. Though the police become involved, Chep's grip on reality continues to deteriorate, and visions of an alter ego constructed of prop-house junk begin to take over his life. The film also features Matt Servitto, Jim Allodi, Victor Ertmanis, and Nadia Litz. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

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R, 1 hr. 33 min.

Directed by: Aaron Woodley

Release Date: April 23, 2004

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DVD Release Date: February 19, 2008

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  • September 28, 2008
    I absolutely loved this! I had been wanting to see it for ages, and it did not disappoint me at all. A very original movie, reminded me very slightly of Donnie Darko, but better, I think (and i really liked Donnie Darko, so that's saying a lot!). Michael Pitt is fantastic in th... read moreis, I cannot imagine anyone else pulling off this role. I can see myself watching this one many times over! Highly recommended!
  • April 11, 2007
    I really liked the blend of fantasy and reality in this movie, but it didn't give you enough to let you keep track of both. I really liked the peripheral characters though, especially Chep's boss and Detective Barbara.
  • August 16, 2007
    This is a brave little indie film that ultimately falls short as a result of somewhat cloudy directorial vision. I like the story a lot, and Michael Pitt's performance is fantastically original, but it's a little too weird for its own good. Compelling in a weird way, but definite... read morely not the gem I was expecting.
  • July 5, 2007
    Creepy scenes, especially when Pitt's wearing that hideous mask Method acting is ok in this movie, especially in the 'horrified' scene.

Critic Reviews


Peter Howell
March 10, 2006
Peter Howell, Toronto Star

A disturbing movie with new talents to watch ... Full Review

Liam Lacey
March 10, 2006
Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail

... I've come to appreciate the comic side of it. Full Review

Steve Murray
May 7, 2004
Steve Murray, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Quirkiness alone can't substitute for a compelling story line, interesting themes or real characters. Full Review

John Monaghan
May 7, 2004
John Monaghan, Detroit Free Press

A movie that doesn't always work but certainly earns high marks for weirdness.

Frank Scheck
May 4, 2004
Frank Scheck, Hollywood Reporter

For too much of the film's running time, quirkiness stands in for genuine wit, and the screenplay is most notable for its derivativeness.

Lou Lumenick
April 22, 2004
Lou Lumenick, New York Post

A thriller that shamelessly rummages through other movies in search of shocks.

Stephen Holden
April 22, 2004
Stephen Holden, New York Times

Most of this weird-for-weird's-sake film is set inside a cluttered store for movie props where a pathologically shy young clerk (Michael Pitt) lives and works. Full Review

Dennis Lim
April 21, 2004
Dennis Lim, Village Voice

A parable on cine-enchantment that itself fails to enchant. Full Review

Brian Gibson
June 15, 2006
Brian Gibson, Vue Weekly (Edmonton, Canada)

Has its own peculiar sensibility, a sort of magical grotesqueness. . . . It's too bad that Woodley doesn't push his themes and ideas further, blurring reality and dream more profoundly.

Jim Slotek
May 27, 2006
Jim Slotek, Jam! Movies

Part comedy, part horror and part stream-of-consciousness, the low-budget film betrays influences ranging from retro-maven Guy Maddin to Woodley's own uncle David Cronenberg, all held together by Wood... Full Review

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