The Last Supper: A Satirical Black Comedy About Political Extremism

Introduction

The Last Supper is a 1995 American satirical black comedy film that explores the consequences of political extremism. Directed by Stacy Title and starring Cameron Diaz, Ron Eldard, Annabeth Gish, Jonathan Penner, and Courtney B., the film follows a group of idealistic but frustrated liberals as they succumb to the temptation of violence.

Plot Summary

When Pete Eldard, one of five friends who share an Iowa house, invites Zack Paxton, a man who gave him a lift home, in for supper, the night turns suddenly sour. Zack's extreme right-wing views clash with the group's liberal beliefs, and tensions escalate until the friends decide to murder him. As they grapple with the consequences of their actions, the film offers a darkly humorous and thought-provoking exploration of the nature of political extremism.