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Burke & Hare (2010) is a dark comedy film that is based on the true story of two infamous murderers. Set in Nineteenth Century Edinburgh, the movie follows the misadventures of Burke and Hare as they stumble upon a lucrative business opportunity in providing cadavers to the medical community.
In this era, Edinburgh was a hub of medical learning, and the demand for bodies for anatomical research was high. Burke and Hare, played by Simon Pegg and Andy Serkis respectively, quickly realize that they can profit from this demand by supplying fresh corpses to the local medical school. The only problem is finding bodies to meet this increasing demand.
As the story unfolds, Burke and Hare resort to dark and desperate measures to obtain bodies for their business. They start resorting to murder to meet the demand, leading to a thrilling and humorous chain of events.
Directed by John Landis, the film combines elements of dark comedy, crime, and historical drama. It explores the ethical boundaries of medical science and showcases the lengths people are willing to go for personal gain.
Burke & Hare offers a unique and entertaining perspective on a notorious chapter in history. With its star-studded cast, including Tim Curry, Isla Fisher, and Tom Wilkinson, the film delivers a compelling and engaging narrative. Viewers will be captivated by the gripping storyline, dark humor, and the fascinating portrayal of the infamous Burke and Hare.
