Very Bad Things

Very Bad Things

Year: 1998

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Peter Berg

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A bachelor party in Las Vegas takes a dark and unexpected turn when a tragic accident leads to a stripper's death. The group of friends, desperate to avoid consequences, finds themselves entangled in a web of lies and paranoia. As they attempt to cover up the incident, one man’s unraveling sanity escalates the situation into a terrifying fight for survival, with deadly consequences for everyone involved.

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1

Kyle's Last Weekend of Freedom

Just days before his wedding, Kyle Fisher decides to enjoy one last bachelor weekend in Las Vegas with his friends. Looking to escape the pressures of his controlling fiancée, Laura, Kyle embarks on a journey filled with wild antics and revelry.

Las Vegas
2

The Wild Night Out

Kyle and his friends indulge in a night full of booze, drugs, and excitement in their hotel room. The atmosphere is charged with fun and a sense of freedom as they celebrate Kyle's last days as a single man.

Hotel Room, Las Vegas
3

The Stripper Incident

The celebratory vibe shifts dramatically when Michael accidentally kills a stripper named Kobe Tai during a misguided encounter. In an ill-fated moment, Michael flings her away, causing her to fatally collide with a towel rack.

Hotel Room, Las Vegas
4

Escalating Chaos

The arrival of a hotel security guard to investigate the noise turns the night even darker. Boyd, in a moment of panic, decides to eliminate the threat by killing the guard with a corkscrew, plunging the group deeper into chaos.

Hotel Room, Las Vegas
5

The Desert Burial Plan

Facing the severe consequences of the night, Boyd proposes a plan to bury the bodies in the desert. The group reluctantly agrees, but the emotional weight of their choices begins to crush their friendships.

Desert, outside Las Vegas
6

Rehearsal Dinner Tensions

Upon returning home, the group attends Kyle and Laura's rehearsal dinner, where tension simmers just below the surface. Guilt consumes Adam, leading to a fierce confrontation with Michael that results in tragic consequences.

Rehearsal Dinner, Kyle's Home
7

Adam's Fatal Accident

The argument between Adam and Michael turns catastrophic when Adam is killed in a car accident caused by Michael's reckless actions during their heated exchange. The severity of their poor choices becomes glaringly apparent.

Road, near Kyle's Home
8

Lois's Grief and Suspicion

In the wake of Adam's death, his wife Lois gathers the friends, sensing something is amiss. As she seeks answers, the pressure mounts for the group, especially Michael, who fears the truth will be revealed.

Lois's Home
9

Kyle's Fabrication

To buy them time, Kyle fabricates a story claiming Adam's death occurred during his escapades in Las Vegas. This temporary distraction offers a brief respite, but dark secrets continue to loom over the group.

Lois's Home
10

Boyd's Sinister Intentions

As suspicion rises, Boyd's demeanor turns increasingly menacing when Lois discovers his lethal plan. A physical altercation ensues, hinting at another murder and the group's desperate need to protect themselves.

Lois's Home
11

Custody Troubles

In an unexpected twist, Kyle and Laura discover they now have custody of Adam and Lois's two disabled sons and pet dog. This revelation adds intense stress and further complicates Kyle's already troubled relationship with Laura.

Kyle and Laura's Home
12

Confrontation Over Insurance

Boyd confronts Kyle about the insurance payout regarding Adam's death, escalating tensions. In a fit of rage, Boyd attempts to murder Kyle, only to be subdued by Laura, who unexpectedly intervenes.

Kyle's Home
13

The Wedding Ceremony

During the wedding ceremony, Boyd re-emerges with the rings, but fate intervenes, resulting in a chain of unfortunate events. Despite the chaos, the wedding proceeds without any further incidents.

Wedding Venue
14

The Inevitable Crash

As time passes, the weight of their regrettable choices begins to suffocate the group. In a tragic twist, they find themselves involved in a fatal car crash, further complicating their already fraught situation.

Road
15

Laura's Bittersweet Collapse

In the aftermath of the chaos, Laura crumbles under the immense pressure and confusion stemming from the night's events. With not only her husband facing disability but also one of Adam's sons affected, she collapses in despair, symbolizing the heavy toll of their ill-fated decisions.

Kyle and Laura's Home

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