Final Cut
Final Cut

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Final Cut

2023
Movie
80 min
English

Starring The GOREgeous Girls.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users65%
Director: Michel HazanaviciusGenres: Comedy, Horror, Zombies

Plot Summary

A desperate film director attempts to save his career by making a low-budget zombie horror film. However, during the chaotic live filming of the movie's climax, the cast and crew must confront real zombies who have invaded the set. It's a meta-commentary on filmmaking, where the lines between fiction and reality blur under pressure.

Critical Reception

Final Cut received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its meta-cinematic approach and the director's playful take on the zombie genre. Some found the humor hit-or-miss, and the initial setup was a bit slow, but the overall execution and performances were generally well-regarded for their inventiveness and energy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Clever and meta take on filmmaking and the zombie genre.

  • The humor can be hit-or-miss, but the creative energy is undeniable.

  • A fun, self-aware film that pays homage to classic zombie flicks.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's unique concept and entertaining nature, with many appreciating the meta-commentary on filmmaking. Some viewers found the humor to be a bit niche or the plot convoluted at times, but the overall sentiment is that it's a creative and enjoyable watch.

Awards & Accolades

Premiered at the Cannes Film Festival (Out of Competition).

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the Japanese horror-comedy "One Cut of the Dead" (2017), directed by Shin'ichirō Ueda.

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