A mob-taken amusement park, a clown on the edge, and revenge with a painted smile.
FUNLAND
Welcome to the amusement park.
When a mob family takes over an amusement park after the owner dies under mysterious circumstances, the recently-fired clown mascot seeks vengeance for the loss of his job.
Funland is a 1987 United States action-comedy-crime film directed by Michael A. Simpson about a clown mascot who seeks revenge after a mafia family takes over his beloved amusement park.
Synopsis
He then begins to believe himself to be his clown persona, Bruce Burger. After the new mafia management fires him, he finally snaps. He steals a briefcase containing a rifle, intending to kill his replacement and reclaim the theme park. While firing the gun the mob bosses two sons recognize the sound and investigate. Bruce then shoots and kills the mob bosses son in self defense. The film ends with Neil Stickney (Bruce Burger) owning and running the park.
Why Cult
Watch the park’s former mascot, Bruce Burger, transform from a family-friendly clown into a revenge-driven wild card after being fired.
The mafia’s takeover of a wholesome amusement park provides a unique criminal backdrop for chaos and dark comedy.
From spontaneous song-and-dance numbers to ghostly visions, the protagonist’s unraveling psyche turns the park into a surreal fever dream.
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Questions from the Vault
What is Funland about? +
Funland follows a fired clown mascot who seeks revenge after a mafia family takes over his amusement park and the owner's mysterious death.
When was Funland released? +
Funland was released in 1987.
Who directed Funland? +
Funland was directed by Michael A. Simpson.
How long is Funland? +
Funland has a runtime of 98 minutes.
What genre is Funland? +
Funland is an action, comedy, and crime film.
Where can I watch Funland? +
Funland is available to stream on SassyFlix.
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