Death at a Funeral
Death at a Funeral

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Death at a Funeral

2007
Movie
91 min
English

A myriad of outrageous calamities befalls an eccentric English clan with more than a few skeletons in its closets when the family's patriarch dies an unexpected death.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users77%
Director: Frank OzGenres: Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

Chaos ensues at a British funeral when the deceased's eccentric friends and family gather. The event spirals into pandemonium as secrets are revealed, identities are mistaken, and a dwarf attempts to blackmail the family. The bumbling efforts to maintain appearances and manage the escalating absurdity highlight the dysfunctional dynamics within the group, leading to a hilariously disastrous day.

Critical Reception

The 2007 British black comedy 'Death at a Funeral' was generally well-received by critics for its sharp wit, farcical situations, and strong ensemble cast. Reviewers often praised its ability to blend dark humor with slapstick elements, creating a frantic yet funny experience. Audience reception was also positive, appreciating the film's unpredictable plot and laugh-out-loud moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced, farcical humor and witty dialogue.

  • Lauded for the strong performances of its ensemble cast, particularly Peter Dinklage.

  • Noted for its effective blend of dark comedy and physical gags.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Death at a Funeral' to be a hilarious and laugh-out-loud funny film. Many highlighted its clever writing and the comedic timing of the cast as standout elements. Some viewers noted that the humor could be crude at times, but overall, it was considered a very entertaining comedy.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Comedy Film at the Evening Standard British Film Awards.

Fun Fact

Peter Dinklage, who plays the dwarf party crasher, was the only American actor in the principal cast of the British film.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Great watch, will likely watch again, and do recommend. This is a great example of a movie. That may seem like a nothing statement, but more movies, especially ones that insist on multi-threaded story lines should pay attention to how t...