THE VOICES (2014)

Jerry (Ryan Reynolds) is an upbeat, easygoing, likable guy in Michigan who works for a company that makes bathtubs sinks, and fixtures.  He's quirky, a bit of a loner who keeps to himself, and only his boss and shrink know anything about the darker side of his past.  Then there are his pets - dog Bosco and cat Mr. Whiskers.  They are Jerry's real friends, who spend quality time at home with him after work; Bosco a big, loving doofus who constantly reminds Jerry he's a good guy, while Mr. Whiskers derides and rides Jerry about everything from not getting laid to committing murder.  THIS is where the "dark comedy" of the film comes in, as Jerry's first date with the office hottie goes very bad, VERY fast, and before long Jerry is the nicest, most affable and friendly serial killer you'd ever be likely to know.  The film is ... odd, to say the least, very heavy on the "dark" of "dark comedy" - but honestly, Ryan Reynolds is so terrific in it, so endearing (even providing the voices of Jerry's pets), I found it a weird but worthy watch - as well as one of Reynolds' best performances ever. (rated R)  B+

THE VOICES trailer