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Ryan Kruger’s RIP: A Mind-Bending Collection of Experimental Shorts

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If you’re a fan of films that push boundaries and revel in the unconventional, then buckle up—because Ryan Kruger is back at it. The mad genius behind Street Trash and the cult phenomenon Fried Barry has unleashed something truly special: RIP (Recovery In Progress), an experimental short film collection eight years in the making. And trust us, it’s just as wild, unfiltered, and unapologetically messed up as you’d expect.


Ryan’s no stranger to the world of Messed Up Movies—in fact, he’s one of our favorite guests on the podcast. If you missed our recent deep dive into Street Trash, stop what you’re doing, give it a listen, and prepare for a dose of the twisted fun you’ve come to expect from the Messed Up Movies Podcast. But today, we’re here to celebrate RIP, a collection that embodies everything we love about bold, fearless filmmaking.



What Is RIP?


Think of RIP as a cinematic playground where Kruger lets his creativity run rampant. These six shorts, crafted over nearly a decade, have already racked up awards at genre festivals worldwide. Until now, they’ve been carefully held back from the online world to maintain their punch as a cohesive experience. With the exception of Fried Barry (which evolved into Ryan’s breakout feature) and the recent release of #meowtoo on Bloody Bites, these films have been locked away like forbidden treasures.


Featuring a cast that includes Sean Cameron Michael (The Mummy), former welterweight champion John H. Stracey, and Graham Clarke (Dredd), RIP is packed with talent as varied and offbeat as the films themselves. Starting this January, Kruger is dropping one short per week on YouTube, so mark your calendars.



Experimental Filmmaking: Why It Matters


Kruger’s passion for experimental filmmaking is at the heart of this project. In his own words, it’s an art form that allows filmmakers to truly embrace their inner artist. It’s messy. It’s raw. It’s powerful. And it’s not for everyone.

Experimental films don’t just think outside the box—they take the box, light it on fire, and dance on the ashes. They can be jarring, surreal, and often uncomfortable, but that’s the point. They challenge audiences to think differently, to feel deeply, and to embrace the chaos.


For Kruger, RIP was born out of frustration with the creative limitations of the music video industry. This collection became a “creative seed” that helped inspire his iconic Fried Barry, and it’s easy to see the same spirit of unrestrained storytelling in both projects.



Why RIP Is a Must-Watch


Ryan Kruger isn’t just making films—he’s building a legacy for a new wave of genre filmmakers who refuse to play it safe. With RIP, he’s opening a door to a world where rules don’t exist, and anything is possible.


Whether you’re a hardcore Kruger fan or just curious about what happens when a filmmaker truly lets loose, this collection is a must-watch. It’s a reminder that cinema can be more than polished narratives and predictable plots—it can be raw, unsettling, and downright thrilling.



Get Messed Up with RIP


Here at Misfit Parade, we live for artists like Ryan Kruger—filmmakers who aren’t afraid to take risks, get messy, and go for broke. RIP isn’t just a collection of short films; it’s a testament to the power of creativity, chaos, and the courage to be different.


This month, we’ll be tuning in each week as these shorts drop on YouTube. We suggest you do the same. And if you haven’t already, check out the trailer—it’s a mind-bending glimpse of what’s to come.



In the meantime, revisit our Messed Up Movies Podcast episode on Street Trash for a reminder of why Kruger is one of the most exciting directors working today. Let’s get weird, let’s get experimental, and let’s celebrate the release of RIP.

Stay messy!

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