King Car
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Dark Star

King Car

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This Partner Label release is distributed through Vinegar Syndrome's sister company OCN Distribution. Vinegar Syndrome had no part in, nor are responsible for, the restoration, extras, quality control or any content(s) of this release. We hope you enjoy our growing roster of Partner Labels and the expertise and curation brought to each release by their dedicated staff!

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This special limited edition spot gloss slipcover (designed by Stephanie Monohan) is limited to 2,000 units and is only available here at VinegarSyndrome.com!

Dark Star Pictures is a new-age North American distribution company, focused on bringing unique and targeted content to audiences across the country and is committed to releasing auteur-driven, original cinema in the theatrical, digital and home video space. In partnership with OCN Distribution, new Dark Star titles - along with celebrated features in their back catalog - will receive features packed blu-ray editions that will maintain the OCN standard of quality and Dark Star's deft curation.

A young man’s ability to surreally “be one” with and speak to cars sparks a revolution that could save his community. When his invention inadvertently accelerates the underlying problems of the community, our hero’s quest must grow bigger than his own personal ambitions and a fight for survival ensues with the zombies of capitalism.

directed by: Renata Pinheiro
starring: Luciano Pedro Jr., Matheus Nachtergaele, Okado do Canal
2022 / 99 min / 2.35:1 / Portuguese 5.1

Additional info:

  • Region A Blu-ray
  • SuperBarroco - Short Film
  • Deleted Scenes
  • The Making of King Car
  • Production Design Gallery
  • Costume Design by Joana Gatis Gallery
  • English SDH subtitles

Overall rating: 4.263158 / 5 from 19 reviews.

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Reviews

Brazilian genre

"King Car is a strange, lively, and darkly satirical Brazilian genre film—part eco‑horror, part political allegory, part absurdist comedy—that uses possessed automobiles to explore capitalism, corruption, and the dangers of unchecked innovation. The story centers on a young man with a supernatural ability to “talk” to cars, a gift that becomes weaponized when his uncle turns their family taxi business into a cult‑like movement promising freedom through automotive liberation. What begins as quirky magical realism gradually mutates into full‑blown chaos as the cars develop wills of their own. The film’s tone is intentionally off‑kilter: bright colors, eccentric performances, and a playful sense of menace that keeps the audience slightly unbalanced."

— Tarek E. (3/5)

King car

"Great movie"

— Robert H. (5/5)

Entertaining sci-fi release

"Entertaining sci-fi release. The title, and the main story of the film, centers around a rebuilt car infused with artificial intelligence. What could go wrong? Fun flick that also lays out some environmentally related questions. Comes with a few extras and nifty artwork on the slipcover and sleeve."

— Kresh R. (3/5)

King Car

"Gotta say I bought this because of the artwork and the slipcover during a sale. Was fun to take a chance on and I haven’t seen a lot like it that’s for sure."

— Keith M. (4/5)

Great release!

"A young man's surreal ability to speak with cars sparks a revolution that could save his community. However, he soon finds himself in a fight for survival when this inadvertently accelerates underlying problems."

— Sebastian V. (5/5)

Should of been a black comedy

"Some interesting ideas, but this one didn't quite land with me. Some noticeable compression artifacts in a couple scenes as well."

— Dustin E. (3/5)

A Cult Curiosity Delivered with Care and Style

"The shipping experience for this release was excellent — securely packed and clearly handled with collectors in mind. Everything arrived in great condition, which is especially appreciated for a title like this where presentation really matters. It’s reassuring to see that level of care from order to doorstep. The artwork is a standout. Bold, colorful, and unmistakably vintage, it captures the offbeat energy of the film while giving it a premium boutique feel. The design elevates the release from obscurity into something display-worthy, making it pop on the shelf alongside more familiar cult titles. As a release, this is Vinegar Syndrome doing what they do best — rescuing an overlooked oddity and presenting it with respect. The transfer is clean, the packaging feels substantial, and the overall curation makes King Car feel like a legitimate piece of cult cinema history rather than a novelty. For collectors who enjoy discovering strange, international deep cuts, King Car is a rewarding pickup. Great shipping, striking artwork, and a thoughtful release make it another strong entry in Vinegar Syndrome’s catalog."

— Tim L. (5/5)

Great slipcover art

"Great slipcover art"

— Jon W. (4/5)

King Car

"A wonderful surprise as I bought on a whim at a sale. A boy who can talk with cars. . . Interesting little film. Highly entertaining and another highly recommended Dark Star release. ."

— Hansi L. (5/5)

Not Christine, but still worthy,

"This release starts out well. Like, there are plenty of interesting things going on here, and even though it didn't live up to it's start for me, it sure showed a lot of heart. So while I did want to like King Car a little more, I feel it's fun enough to warrant some future viewings. I am definitely stoked that I got one of the slipcovers, too, which has some nice fitting artwork."

— Ben. Z. (4/5)

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