The Limb Salesman
The Limb Salesman

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The Limb Salesman

2004
Movie
79 min
English

Gabriel Goode is the Limb Salesman, a disgraced doctor who regenerates limbs on the black market. When Goode travels to the water mining regions of the north to heal the cherished daughter of a wealthy water miner, dark family secrets are revealed, and Goode is forced to make the ultimate sacrifice. A story of forbidden love in a dystopian future.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Kevin VanHookGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this unsettling horror film, a desperate man, struggling with mounting debt, seeks an unorthodox solution from a mysterious salesman who offers to buy his limbs. As the transactions begin, he soon discovers the horrifying true cost of these deals and the dark consequences that follow.

Critical Reception

The Limb Salesman is a low-budget independent horror film that garnered a niche following among genre enthusiasts. While praised for its disturbing premise and a few strong performances, it was generally seen as a flawed but memorable effort, often criticized for its pacing and production values.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark and unique concept.

  • Brad Dourif's performance is often highlighted as a strong point.

  • Criticized for its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot elements.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for featuring veteran actors Brad Dourif and Richard Lynch in supporting roles, adding a layer of gravitas to the independent production.

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