The Ketchup Effect

Have you ever happened upon a weird piece of foreign film and wondered "What the fuck is going on in these guys' heads?" Well, you wouldn't be alone. The foreign flick I came across is titled "The Ketchup Effect". This little teenage drama comedy has all the makings of an American teenage drama comedy from the eighties, only Sweden birthed it in this decade. Written and directed by Teresa Fabik, it seems to be just another foreign attempt at a movie genre us Americans have already beaten into submission here in the states. Here's a little insight into the movie plot:

Sofie is an innocent 13 year old preparing to start junior high. Together with her two best friends she is making plans for her fabulous new grown up life - she wants to accelerate her education and growth and go to all the parties and get to know all the cute boys at school and maybe find a boyfriend.

Hearing that there is to be a party at the home of the school heart throb, to celebrate the beginning of term, she gets herself and her friends an invitation. Stealing liquor from her father she mixes a lethal cocktail which they all consume as a pre-party drink. Continuing to drink excessively at the party she loses control and disorientated is taken to a bedroom by a shy 14 year old boy. Egged on by his mates he unsuccessfully asks her for a blow-job (something she quite clearly knows nothing about!). Recognising her naivety he then asks if she'll give him a hand-job instead. This leads to a painful conclusion to their first sexual experience.

I don't know about you, but I think 13 year old girls and sexual exploits on screen haven't been seen in these parts since 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High'. Actually, I think the above synopsis is about all there is to the movie. After reading that and watching the trailer, I'm convinced that this whole foreign feature film was created simply to get the one 'ketchup effect' gag on camera. I will admit that it's an hilarious little bit, even if it is in sub-titles. But don't take my word for it, see for yourself! (Warning: There may be a real wang shot in here, but I didn't look too closely. You've been warned!)

Again, what the fuck was in their heads?



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