All articles tagged with #horror comedy
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Zazie Beetz stars in the horror-comedy 'They Will Kill You,' where she plays a housekeeper at a mysterious hotel that is secretly a satanic cult's headquarters, and she must fight for her life after learning she is to be sacrificed. The film, produced by Andy Muschietti, is set for release on March 27 by Warner Bros.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by BBC
Matthew Rhys stars as a cowardly mayor in the horror-comedy series 'Widow's Bay' on Apple TV, set in a cursed island town where superstitions turn into reality, premiering on April 29, with Rhys also serving as an executive producer.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
Macon Blair's reboot of 'The Toxic Avenger' is a gory, colorful, and heartfelt take on the cult classic, featuring an older protagonist with a new backstory, practical effects, and a satirical look at societal issues like healthcare and corporate greed, aiming to honor fans while appealing to new audiences.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Tom's Guide
This article highlights the top new movies to stream over Labor Day weekend across platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, and Paramount Plus, including horror-comedies like 'Together' and 'Hell of a Summer,' Marvel's 'Thunderbolts,' a murder mystery 'The Thursday Murder Club,' and a documentary 'Stans,' offering a variety of genres for different tastes.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Roger Ebert
Macon Blair's 2025 'The Toxic Avenger' is a darkly comedic, gory homage that diverges from the original's crass style, blending vigilante justice with over-the-top humor, and offers a more polished but unpredictable take on the cult classic.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
Amy Madigan discusses her role as the misunderstood villain Gladys in the horror comedy 'Weapons,' highlighting her creative process, character development, and the film's impact, along with her thoughts on potential sequels and awards recognition.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Salon.com
The film 'Together,' starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco, explores the terrifying depths of codependency in relationships through a horror-comedy lens, reflecting their real-life marriage and delving into the emotional and physical entrapments of long-term love, with a focus on the difficulty of breaking free from toxic bonds.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
‘M3GAN 2.0’ is an occasionally fun but overly complicated sequel that struggles with tone and coherence, blending horror, comedy, and espionage elements, and features a returning M3GAN robot who gains empathy and morality, but ultimately loses some of her original snarky charm.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Allison Williams, star and producer of the upcoming 'M3GAN 2.0', expresses her desire to create a trilogy of the horror-comedy franchise, discusses the film's shift towards action elements, and reflects on her career ambitions and the film's themes related to AI and ethics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
"Fresh" is a horror comedy film starring Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones, blending romance and dark humor with a cannibalistic twist. The film follows Noa, who is kidnapped by Steve, a charming doctor with a gruesome secret. Directed by Mimi Cave, "Fresh" cleverly shifts from a romantic comedy to a chilling satire on meat consumption and modern dating. The film is praised for its unique approach to the horror comedy genre and is available on Disney+ and Hulu.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The A.V. Club
Kyle Mooney's directorial debut, Y2K, is a horror-comedy that leans heavily on 2000s nostalgia, imagining a world where the Y2K tech apocalypse actually occurs. Despite its promising premise and Mooney's comedic background, the film struggles with weak jokes, poorly developed characters, and an over-reliance on period references. While the film features some shocking moments and impressive robot designs, it ultimately feels outdated and fails to capitalize on its comedic potential, marking a disappointing start to Mooney's film auteurism.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk are set to write and potentially direct a remake of the 1999 horror comedy "Idle Hands" for Sony Pictures, with Jason Reitman producing. The duo, known for their work on "Hell of a Summer," aim to bring a fresh perspective to the film, which originally starred Devon Sawa and Jessica Alba. Reitman, who has collaborated with Wolfhard and Bryk on previous projects, expressed enthusiasm for their unique take on the story.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The A.V. Club
"Tuesday" is a chaotic blend of horror, humor, and absurdity, featuring a cosmic parrot as the Grim Reaper and a mother-daughter relationship at its core. Despite Julia Louis-Dreyfus's standout performance, the film's numerous elements and lack of clear focus make it a confusing and bizarre experience.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
In the new film "Abigail," directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, a group of criminals kidnaps a wealthy girl, only to discover she is a vampire. The exuberantly over-the-top horror-comedy features an ensemble cast including Alisha Weir, Dan Stevens, and Melissa Barrera, and is praised for its smart screenplay and entertaining blend of black humor and excessive gore. Weir's mesmerizing performance as the pint-sized bloodsucker adds to the film's anarchic and wildly entertaining nature.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Diablo Cody, the writer of "Lisa Frankenstein," explains the ending of the film, where the protagonist, Lisa, joins her undead lover in death after a series of events involving murder and self-discovery. Originally, the ending was meant to show a cycle of grief and resurrection, but the director suggested a reunion between Lisa and the Creature, leaving the conclusion ambiguous.