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Josh Taylor's Prom Date
It's senior year, and Josh Taylor and his nerdy friends don't have dates to the prom. When class bully Fred Wadia and his basketball buddies roll Josh across the soccer field in a Porta-Potty, Josh decides to stand up to them once and for all. Josh challenges the jock that he can get a hotter date to the prom. Hilarity ensues as they attempt to sabotage each other at every turn.
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Plot Summary
Timid high school student Josh Taylor is desperate to impress the girl of his dreams, Sarah. He believes that attending the upcoming prom with her is his only chance. However, a series of bizarre and terrifying events begin to unfold as the prom night approaches, threatening not only Josh's plans but his very survival. He must confront the escalating chaos and supernatural forces to make it to the dance and win Sarah's heart.
Critical Reception
Prom Date received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, primarily being criticized for its underdeveloped plot and inconsistent tone. While some appreciated its attempts at blending comedy with horror, many found the execution to be lacking and the scares uninspired. The film struggled to find a consistent audience, with opinions divided on its effectiveness as a horror-comedy.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles to balance its comedic and horror elements, often resulting in a disjointed viewing experience.
Despite a promising premise, the plot is considered thin and predictable by many viewers.
Performances are noted as being uneven, with some cast members delivering stronger efforts than others.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Prom Date are scarce, but those available indicate a lack of engagement with the film's narrative and comedic timing. Many viewers found the movie to be forgettable and not particularly scary or funny.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Ontario, Canada, with a relatively low budget, which contributed to some of its production limitations.
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