The Final Girls
The Final Girls

The Final Girls

2015Movie91 minEnglish

A young woman grieving the loss of her mother, a famous scream queen from the 1980s, finds herself pulled into the world of her mom's most famous movie. Reunited, the women must fight off the film's maniacal killer.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users73%
Director: Todd Strauss-SchulsonGenres: Comedy, Horror, Slasher

Plot Summary

When a teenage girl named Max and her friends are unexpectedly transported to the world of a classic 1980s slasher movie, they must fight for survival against the film's maniacal killer. Max soon realizes that she must use her knowledge of the movie to protect her friends and find a way back to reality. This meta-horror-comedy blends nostalgia with genuine scares and heartfelt character moments.

Critical Reception

The Final Girls received positive reviews from critics, who praised its clever premise, blend of humor and horror, and surprisingly emotional core. The film was lauded for its inventive take on the slasher genre and its strong performances, particularly from its lead actresses. Audience reception was also largely positive, with many appreciating its fresh and fun approach to horror tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and meta-commentary on the slasher genre.
  • Appreciated for its successful blend of genuine scares, laugh-out-loud humor, and emotional depth.
  • Commended for its strong performances and nostalgic callbacks to 1980s horror films.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's clever concept and humor, finding it a refreshing and entertaining take on the slasher genre. Many viewers connected with the characters and appreciated the movie's ability to balance horror with heartfelt moments.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the People's Choice Award for Favorite Horror Movie at the 2016 People's Choice Awards.

Fun Fact

The character of Paula, the camp counselor who is obsessed with her boyfriend, was written specifically to be played by Chloe Bridges, as the filmmakers knew her from previous work and thought she would be perfect for the role.

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4 reviews
Kamurai

Kamurai

Really good watch, would watch again, and can recommend, especially for slasher fans. As soon as I saw "trapped in a movie", I was sold. I'm a big fan of survivalist situations (realistic or not), and have been waiting to find a "trappe...
Peter89Spencer

Peter89Spencer

It was silly, but entertaining. And it had room for poignant moments. And personally, the outtakes were the most hilarious! And, good cast as well.
Wuchak

Wuchak

Amusing slasher parody with heart This is a parody of 80’s slasher flicks, especially the Friday the 13th franchise. The story revolves around five teens somehow being translated into a fictitious 1986 slasher movie called “Camp Bloodbat...
Gimly

Gimly

Make a slasher movie that's about an R-rated slasher movie, then make that movie be PG-13? Solid weird ass choice. But whatever, _The Final Girls_ is some proper fun. _Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it...