# Champagne and Bullets: A Masterpiece of Bad Movies John De Hart’s solo creation is a feast for fans of cult films. - **Source:** [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com) - **Published:** 2026-07-26 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/681804f6-c614-4dcc-875c-981265ef479e ## The Allure of Bad Movies Films like The Room and Troll 2 have become a genre that attracts audiences. Champagne and Bullets falls into this category. Written, directed, and starring John De Hart, this film pushes the limits of resources and talent. ## John De Hart’s Vision The film is a project where De Hart pushes his limits as both a creator and an actor. The musical performance ‘Shimmy Slide’ in the film showcases De Hart under the influence of painkillers, reflecting the film’s bizarre atmosphere. ## Bizarre Character Relationships The relationships between characters in the film are as strange and unnatural as those in The Room. The story of main character Rick Bode and his partner Huck Finney leads to a rapid mental decline. ## Complex Plot The film has a complex plot involving the resurgence of a satanic cult. This cult causes the main character’s ex-girlfriend Cindy to flee. The film manages to surprise the audience with this strange story. ## Lack of Action Scenes Despite being marketed as an action film, Champagne and Bullets has very few action scenes. These scenes are as believable as theme park shows. ## A Feast for Cult Film Fans If you enjoy bad movies, Champagne and Bullets is perfect for you. Available on platforms like Hoopla, Amazon Prime, and Tubi, this film offers an unforgettable experience for cult film enthusiasts. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.theverge.com/column/971103/champagne-and-bullets-bad-movies-review — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._