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Fine Dead Girls
Iva and Marija, a young lesbian couple, rent an apartment in Zagreb, in a building that seems to provide a quiet and safe environment for their love, but over time the atmosphere in the building becomes more and more threatening. The elder landlady Olga dominates the building. Other tenants include her calm husband, her grown-up son Daniel who has a crush on Iva, the prostitute Lidija, an abused housewife, a widower keeping the corpse of his newly deceased wife, a gynecologist performing abortions in one flat of the house, and an ex-soldier who regularly plays martial music at night. After Olga finds out that Iva and Marija are lesbians, the situation escalates .
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Plot Summary
When a group of women move into a new apartment building, they discover that the previous tenants have mysteriously vanished. As they begin to investigate, they uncover a terrifying secret about the building and the sinister force that lurks within. With their lives in danger, they must find a way to escape before they become the next victims.
Critical Reception
Fine Dead Girls received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its unique blend of horror and dark comedy, as well as its strong female performances. However, some found the plot to be convoluted and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
A surprisingly effective horror-comedy with a feminist slant.
The film boasts strong performances from its lead actresses.
While ambitious, the narrative occasionally falters, leading to a less cohesive experience.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Fine Dead Girls are generally positive, with viewers appreciating the film's clever concept and dark humor. Some mentioned that the story could be a bit confusing at times, but the overall enjoyment was high.
Fun Fact
The film's title was originally 'The Lesbian House,' but it was changed due to distribution concerns.
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