Miss Caradog Is A Serial Killer
Miss Caradog Is A Serial Killer

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Miss Caradog Is A Serial Killer

2022
Movie
12 min
English

When kids begin mysteriously disappearing from school, amateur sleuth Llio decides to take the law into her own hands.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Toby MacDonaldGenres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A seemingly mild-mannered school teacher, Miss Caradog, harbors a dark secret: she is a meticulous and cunning serial killer. When a series of unusual deaths plagues her quiet suburban town, an unlikely detective duo, a disillusioned local sheriff and a sharp-witted journalist, begin to suspect that the killer might be closer than anyone imagines. Miss Caradog must continue her deadly game while expertly diverting suspicion, leading to a tense and darkly humorous game of cat and mouse.

Critical Reception

Miss Caradog Is A Serial Killer received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its inventive premise and dark humor, while some found the plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences generally enjoyed the surprising twists and the lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • A refreshingly original take on the serial killer genre, blending suspense with sharp comedy.

  • Kaitlyn Dever delivers a standout performance as the charmingly sinister Miss Caradog.

  • While some plot points falter, the film's overall wit and dark undertones make it a compelling watch.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's clever premise and the unexpected humor, often highlighting Kaitlyn Dever's performance. Some felt the pacing could have been tighter in the middle act.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style was inspired by vintage instructional films from the 1950s and 60s, intended to juxtapose the innocence of the era with the film's dark subject matter.

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