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A Long Bite Goodnight

2023
Movie
7 min
English

Two hikers are awakened by a ghastly howl.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users85%
Director: Max BrandGenres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

When a kind-hearted but naive young man inherits his estranged father's struggling funeral home, he discovers it's a front for a vampire mafia. He must navigate the treacherous world of the undead, protect his new family, and figure out how to run a funeral business in the process.

Critical Reception

A Long Bite Goodnight received mixed to positive reviews. Critics generally praised its unique premise, comedic performances, and stylish direction, while some found the plot a bit convoluted at times. Audiences seemed to enjoy the blend of humor and horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • A surprisingly funny and inventive take on the vampire genre.

  • The cast delivers strong comedic performances, especially Brendan Scannell.

  • While ambitious, the plot occasionally struggles to balance its various elements.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's humor and originality, with many highlighting the engaging performances. Some viewers felt the story could have been tighter, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many enjoying the quirky premise and the blend of genres.

Fun Fact

The distinctive visual style of the vampire underworld was inspired by classic film noir aesthetics combined with a modern, gothic sensibility.

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