Play Dead, Inc.
Dawn Murphy and Debbie D star as two ex-hookers, Paula and Debbie, who are now actresses appearing in “fantasy murder movies” for the home video market. Jack Tillman (GW Lawrence) is the owner of Play Dead, Inc., the video production company producing these tapes. But Jack is in debt to his bookies for $50,000 and the only way to raise the money and to save his own life, is to produce a “real snuff” movie with Paula and Debbie as the “stars”. Will Jack succumb to the pressure after an innocent actress is “accidentally” killed on the set?
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Plot Summary
A group of thieves plans to rob a funeral home, believing it to be an easy target. However, their plans go awry when they discover the funeral director has sinister intentions and the bodies are not quite as dead as they seem. The robbers find themselves in a fight for survival against reanimated corpses and a madman.
Critical Reception
Play Dead, Inc. is a low-budget horror-comedy that garnered a cult following for its campy nature and over-the-top gore. While not a critical darling, it found an audience among fans of B-movies and grindhouse cinema.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its darkly humorous premise and gratuitous gore.
- Criticized for its weak plot and amateurish execution.
- Considered a cult favorite for its B-movie charm.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and often polarized, with some appreciating its campy, B-movie horror elements and others finding it unwatchable due to its production values and predictable plot.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for featuring Traci Lords in a prominent role, who had previously been known for more adult-oriented films before transitioning to mainstream acting.
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