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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Death of a Unicorn review Jenna Ortega shines in B-movie-style satire on big pharma

The film reimagines unicorns as terrifying beasts rather than the traditional magical creatures, blending horror and comedy while critiquing corporate greed.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Opinion | A Movie About a Murderous Sex Robot Explains Dating

Companion explores identity and autonomy through Iris, a companion robot, in a satirical take on gender dynamics and societal expectations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Death of a Unicorn review Jenna Ortega shines in B-movie-style satire on big pharma

The film reimagines unicorns as terrifying beasts rather than the traditional magical creatures, blending horror and comedy while critiquing corporate greed.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Opinion | A Movie About a Murderous Sex Robot Explains Dating

Companion explores identity and autonomy through Iris, a companion robot, in a satirical take on gender dynamics and societal expectations.
more#satire
Video games
fromPolygon
3 weeks ago

Netflix's latest horror-comedy was inspired by Silent Hill 2 - and Katamari Damacy??

Director John Hsu's gaming background influenced his work on Dead Talents Society.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Beer

In The Bondsman,' Kevin Bacon Goes to Hell and Back

The Bondsman depicts a humorous take on Southern Gothic horror with telemarketer demons and a reluctant rural bondsman.
A unique blend of horror and comedy presents relatable characters facing absurd scenarios with demons.
#movies
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Independent films

Mufasa: The Lion King, Queer, Dead Talents Society on Netflix, and every movie new to streaming this week

Streaming this week features notable new releases including the animated prequel Mufasa: The Lion King and the Taiwanese horror comedy Dead Talents Society.
fromInsideHook
4 weeks ago
Media industry

See/Hear: The Best Movies, TV and Music for April

Promising films are highlighting grief, horror, and iconic game shows this month, featuring Naomi Watts, Finn Wolfhard, and Walton Goggins.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Independent films

Mufasa: The Lion King, Queer, Dead Talents Society on Netflix, and every movie new to streaming this week

Streaming this week features notable new releases including the animated prequel Mufasa: The Lion King and the Taiwanese horror comedy Dead Talents Society.
fromInsideHook
4 weeks ago
Media industry

See/Hear: The Best Movies, TV and Music for April

Promising films are highlighting grief, horror, and iconic game shows this month, featuring Naomi Watts, Finn Wolfhard, and Walton Goggins.
more#movies
#sxsw-2025
Film
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega face mayhem of mythic proportions in Death of a Unicorn trailer

A24's 'Death of a Unicorn' blends horror and comedy, showcasing the dark twist on mythical healing powers.
The film features a father-daughter duo and explores the violent potential of a unicorn.
fromInverse
1 month ago
Independent films

The Best And Worst Genre Films At SXSW Reveal a Surprisingly Hopeful Trend

Genre films at SXSW 2025 explore themes of existence and death, prompting audiences to ponder life after life.
Film
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega face mayhem of mythic proportions in Death of a Unicorn trailer

A24's 'Death of a Unicorn' blends horror and comedy, showcasing the dark twist on mythical healing powers.
The film features a father-daughter duo and explores the violent potential of a unicorn.
fromInverse
1 month ago
Independent films

The Best And Worst Genre Films At SXSW Reveal a Surprisingly Hopeful Trend

Genre films at SXSW 2025 explore themes of existence and death, prompting audiences to ponder life after life.
more#sxsw-2025
#netflix
fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide
1 month ago
Film

New to Stream in April: Two thrilling demon-hunting series, an exploding bullet train and the end of 'The Handmaid's Tale'

April features new series focusing on demon hunting, including a live-action and animated show, alongside the final season of 'The Handmaid's Tale'.
fromtime.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Breaking Down the Mind-Bending Ending of Netflix Horror It's What's Inside

The film presents a unique twist on body-swapping by having friends willingly trade places, resulting in comedic yet dark outcomes.
fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide
1 month ago
Film

New to Stream in April: Two thrilling demon-hunting series, an exploding bullet train and the end of 'The Handmaid's Tale'

April features new series focusing on demon hunting, including a live-action and animated show, alongside the final season of 'The Handmaid's Tale'.
fromtime.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Breaking Down the Mind-Bending Ending of Netflix Horror It's What's Inside

The film presents a unique twist on body-swapping by having friends willingly trade places, resulting in comedic yet dark outcomes.
more#netflix
#osgood-perkins
Film
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Review | 'The Monkey' brings screams and laughs in equal, if not abundant, measure

Osgood Perkins intertwines horror and comedy in his latest film, maintaining a balance of humor and grotesque elements.
Film
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Oz Perkins explains The Monkey's 'sophisticated, joyful' slaughterhouse vibe

Osgood Perkins' 'The Monkey' combines horror and comedy, presenting shocking deaths with a twist of humor.
Film
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Review | 'The Monkey' brings screams and laughs in equal, if not abundant, measure

Osgood Perkins intertwines horror and comedy in his latest film, maintaining a balance of humor and grotesque elements.
Film
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Oz Perkins explains The Monkey's 'sophisticated, joyful' slaughterhouse vibe

Osgood Perkins' 'The Monkey' combines horror and comedy, presenting shocking deaths with a twist of humor.
more#osgood-perkins
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Heart Eyes Does The Slasher Killer Reveal Right

Heart Eyes is a fresh slasher film that combines horror, comedy, and romance while maintaining a suspenseful mystery element.
#film-sequel
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

M3GAN 2 Everything We Know - Will There Be a M3GAN Sequel?

M3GAN 2.0, featuring themes of A.I. misuse and character evolution, is set to release on June 27.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Music

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice review Tim Burton has fun with pleasingly idiosyncratic sequel

Tim Burton successfully revives the Beetlejuice franchise, remaining true to its original's eccentricity while incorporating new elements.
fromtime.com
7 months ago
Startup companies

Justin Theroux on the Joy of Playing His Shallow and Dim' Swindler in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

The highly anticipated sequel 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' features Lydia Deetz returning to confront Michael Keaton's character, showcasing generational dynamics and horror comedy.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

M3GAN 2 Everything We Know - Will There Be a M3GAN Sequel?

M3GAN 2.0, featuring themes of A.I. misuse and character evolution, is set to release on June 27.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Music

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice review Tim Burton has fun with pleasingly idiosyncratic sequel

Tim Burton successfully revives the Beetlejuice franchise, remaining true to its original's eccentricity while incorporating new elements.
fromtime.com
7 months ago
Startup companies

Justin Theroux on the Joy of Playing His Shallow and Dim' Swindler in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

The highly anticipated sequel 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' features Lydia Deetz returning to confront Michael Keaton's character, showcasing generational dynamics and horror comedy.
more#film-sequel
#indie-film
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What to watch: 'Companion' serves up laughs and scares galore

Drew Hancock’s 'Companion' delivers a clever blend of horror and comedy while critiquing modern relationships and technology.
The film offers sharp observations on contemporary dating dynamics and narcissism.
fromIndieWire
6 months ago
Film

Fran Kranz Reflects on 'Bloodsucking Bastards': An Undead 'Office Space' Worth Reviving

IndieWire After Dark showcases horror films like 'Bloodsucking Bastards,' blending parody and horror while celebrating indie cinema's unique approach to storytelling.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What to watch: 'Companion' serves up laughs and scares galore

Drew Hancock’s 'Companion' delivers a clever blend of horror and comedy while critiquing modern relationships and technology.
The film offers sharp observations on contemporary dating dynamics and narcissism.
fromIndieWire
6 months ago
Film

Fran Kranz Reflects on 'Bloodsucking Bastards': An Undead 'Office Space' Worth Reviving

IndieWire After Dark showcases horror films like 'Bloodsucking Bastards,' blending parody and horror while celebrating indie cinema's unique approach to storytelling.
more#indie-film
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

The Substance' Scene Analysis: A Battle of Gazes in Elisabeth vs. Sue

The Substance explores the internal conflict of a woman grappling with aging and identity through a horror-comedy lens.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Death of a Unicorn's first trailer brings a fairytale creature into a dark comedy

A24's upcoming film 'Death of a Unicorn' blends dark comedy and horror, focusing on exploitation of magical creatures after an accidental death.
#film
fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Film

The Theological Horror That Could: How A24's 'Heretic' Followed Its Final Girls to Unlikely Success

'Heretic' explores societal faith challenges through a unique blend of horror and comedy, achieving unexpected success in the indie film landscape.
fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Film

The Theological Horror That Could: How A24's 'Heretic' Followed Its Final Girls to Unlikely Success

'Heretic' explores societal faith challenges through a unique blend of horror and comedy, achieving unexpected success in the indie film landscape.
more#film
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The 25 best new horror movies of 2024 (so far)

'Lisa Frankenstein' initially flopped, but its streaming success underscores its potential as a cult classic, blending horror and humor effectively.
#scary-movie
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Scary Movie' is back, and fans want to know which films will be parodied and if the original cast will return. Here's what we know.

The Wayans brothers are reuniting to create a new 'Scary Movie' sequel, returning to their roots in the horror-comedy genre.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Scary Movie' is back, and fans want to know which films will be parodied and if the original cast will return. Here's what we know.

The Wayans brothers are reuniting to create a new 'Scary Movie' sequel, returning to their roots in the horror-comedy genre.
more#scary-movie
fromRoger Ebert
7 months ago
Film

TIFF 2024: Dead Talents Society, Else, Dead Mail | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

'Dead Talents Society' cleverly marries humor and horror, exploring generational anxieties and societal pressures through a ghostly lens.
fromGameSpot
7 months ago
LA Kings

George Romero And Stephen King's Classic Horror Anthology Creepshow Gets 4K Limited-Edition Release

New limited edition 4K Blu-ray of Creepshow available at discounted price with unique steelbook case.
Creepshow remains a classic horror-comedy film holding up well over 40 years later.
#beetlejuice
fromwww.esquire.com
7 months ago
Film

Why Is Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice a Hero Now? He's a Villain!

Beetlejuice, once a terrifying character, has transformed into a lovable antihero over the years, reflecting broader changes in character portrayal in sequels.
fromtime.com
7 months ago
Music

How Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Connects to the Original Movie

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' revives Tim Burton's classic with Winona Ryder leading a new story filled with dark humor and family dynamics.
The film is expected to perform well at the box office, opening up to $80 million.
fromstupidDOPE
7 months ago
Graphic design

Hot Toys Unveils Incredible 1/6 Scale Beetlejuice Figure to Celebrate 2024 Sequel | stupidDOPE

The Beetlejuice 1/6 Scale Figure celebrates the character's legacy with detailed craftsmanship and is perfectly timed for the upcoming film sequel.
fromWashington Post
7 months ago
Books

What to watch with your kids: 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and more

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' blends humor and horror, appealing to teens with its grotesque antics and relatable themes of loss.
The film features a return of original characters and introduces new dynamics with the next generation.
fromwww.esquire.com
7 months ago
Film

Why Is Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice a Hero Now? He's a Villain!

Beetlejuice, once a terrifying character, has transformed into a lovable antihero over the years, reflecting broader changes in character portrayal in sequels.
fromtime.com
7 months ago
Music

How Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Connects to the Original Movie

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' revives Tim Burton's classic with Winona Ryder leading a new story filled with dark humor and family dynamics.
The film is expected to perform well at the box office, opening up to $80 million.
fromstupidDOPE
7 months ago
Graphic design

Hot Toys Unveils Incredible 1/6 Scale Beetlejuice Figure to Celebrate 2024 Sequel | stupidDOPE

The Beetlejuice 1/6 Scale Figure celebrates the character's legacy with detailed craftsmanship and is perfectly timed for the upcoming film sequel.
fromWashington Post
7 months ago
Books

What to watch with your kids: 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and more

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' blends humor and horror, appealing to teens with its grotesque antics and relatable themes of loss.
The film features a return of original characters and introduces new dynamics with the next generation.
more#beetlejuice
fromConsequence
8 months ago
Music

Sabrina Carpenter and Jenna Ortega trade bloody blows in new video for "Taste"

Sabrina Carpenter's new album, Short n' Sweet, includes the horror-themed music video for "Taste" starring Jenna Ortega, emphasizing humor amidst graphic violence.
fromInverse
8 months ago
JavaScript

27 Years Later, a Cult Classic '90s Thriller Is Making a Surprising Comeback

A reimagining of Anaconda is in the works, featuring a self-aware, humorous take on the original's premise.
The film will combine humor and thrills with a meta-narrative involving mid-life crises and remaking a classic.
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