Barney Thomson
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Barney Thomson

Barney Thomson (Robert Carlyle), awkward, diffident, Glasgow, Scotland barber, lives a life of desperate mediocrity and his uninteresting life is abou...t to go from 0 to 60 in five seconds, as he enters the grotesque and comically absurd world of the serial killer.

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Barney Thomson is a dark comedy film that follows the life of a socially awkward and diffident barber named Barney Thomson, living a mundane existence in Glasgow. However, his uneventful life takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally becomes entangled in the bizarre and twisted world of a serial killer.

Barney's journey begins when a string of mysterious murders starts plaguing his city, leaving everyone on edge. As the body count rises, Barney finds himself inadvertently caught up in the investigations. His clumsy and hapless nature leads others to suspect that he might be the murderer, adding an element of absurdity to the storyline.

Barney's attempts to clear his name only plunge him deeper into the chaotic and grotesque world of the killer. With each twist and turn, the film navigates through dark humor, grotesque situations, and unexpected encounters, creating an atmosphere of suspense and comedy.

As the film unfolds, viewers are taken on a thrilling and comical ride, witnessing Barney's desperate attempts to prove his innocence while simultaneously grappling with his own insecurities. Along the way, Barney forms unlikely alliances, faces dangerous situations, and confronts his deepest fears.

Barney Thomson is a unique blend of wit, suspense, and humor that will keep audiences entertained as they unravel the mysteries surrounding this bumbling barber-turned-potential-serial-killer.

Also Known As:

Barney Thomson

Release Date:

24 Jul 2015

Writers:

Douglas Lindsay, Richard Cowan, Colin McLaren

Awards:

4 wins & 5 nominations

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