Murder of a Cat: A Darkly Comedic Mystery Review
This article reviews the 2014 film Murder of a Cat,a darkly comedic mystery centered around the death of a cat named Mousers (also known as Horatio).
Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
* The Plot: The film follows Clinton as he investigates the seemingly accidental death of his cat, Mousers, who was killed by an arrow. The examination quickly reveals a bizarre truth: Mousers was leading a double life with two owners, Greta and Clinton.
* Key Players:
* Clinton (Fran Kranz): The cat’s owner and amateur detective.
* Sheriff Hoyle (J.K.Simmons): The local sheriff, also dating Clinton’s mother, who initially seems uninterested in the case.
* Edie (Blythe Danner): Clinton’s mother and Sheriff Hoyle’s romantic partner.
* greta (Nikki Reed): The othre owner of Mousers/Horatio.
* Al Ford (Greg kinnear): The owner of Ford’s Megastore, who becomes a person of interest in the investigation.
* Tone & Style: The film blends noir mystery tropes with comedic timing.
* Central Mystery: The investigation focuses on tracing the origin of the arrow and uncovering the reasons behind Mousers’ double life, eventually leading to a connection with Ford’s Megastore.
The article highlights the film’s unusual premise and the strong performances from the cast, particularly J.K. Simmons and Blythe Danner. It sets up a compelling narrative about a seemingly simple tragedy that unravels into a complex and humorous conspiracy.
