Jennifer's Body
Jennifer's Body

Jennifer's Body

2009Movie107 minEnglish

Jennifer, a gorgeous, seductive cheerleader takes evil to a whole new level after she's possessed by a sinister demon. Now it's up to her best friend to stop Jennifer's reign of terror before it's too late.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes49%
Metacritic41/100
Google Users64%
Director: Karyn KusamaGenres: Horror, Comedy, Thriller, Romance

Plot Summary

A high school student, Jennifer, becomes possessed by a demon and begins to prey on the boys in her town. Her best friend, Needy, must find a way to stop her, navigating the dangers of her predatory nature and the attention she garners from her classmates. The film blends horror elements with dark comedy as it explores themes of friendship, sexuality, and revenge.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Jennifer's Body' received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its tone and plot uneven. However, in the years since, it has gained a significant cult following and is now often praised for its feminist themes, satirical take on the slasher genre, and Megan Fox's performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its feminist undertones and subversion of horror tropes.
  • Megan Fox's performance and charisma were frequently highlighted.
  • Criticized for a somewhat convoluted plot and inconsistent tone.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's dark humor and unique premise, with many finding it a fun and campy horror-comedy. Some viewers felt the plot could be more cohesive, but the performances and edgy style were generally well-received.

Fun Fact

The film's screenwriter, Diablo Cody, has stated that she intended the film to be a commentary on female friendships and the predatory nature of the music industry, disguised as a typical teen horror flick.

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RalphRahal

RalphRahal

Rewatching Jennifer's Body reminds me why it left such an impression the first time around. The opening narration paired with the "before and after" sequence was a brilliant way to introduce the characters and set the tone for what was to c...
John Chard

John Chard

PMS isn't real Needy, it was invented by the boy-run media to make us seem like we're crazy. Jennifer's Body is directed by Karyn Kusama and written by Diablo Cody. It stars Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried, Johnny Simmons, J.K. Simmons, Andy...