My Boyfriend's Back
My Boyfriend's Back

My Boyfriend's Back

1989Movie95 minEnglish

A female singing group from the '60s reunites for a TV special.

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IMDb4.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Director: Bob BalabanGenres: Comedy, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman's deceased boyfriend returns from the dead, only to find that he's a zombie. He desperately tries to win her back, but his condition makes their reunion complicated, to say the least. His reanimation also attracts the attention of a mysterious organization that wants to study him.

Critical Reception

My Boyfriend's Back was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often cited for its tonal inconsistencies and underdeveloped plot. Despite a unique premise, the film struggled to balance its horror elements with its romantic comedy aspirations, leading to a largely forgettable and commercially unsuccessful release.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a quirky blend of horror and romance that ultimately falls flat.
  • Performances are largely uninspired, failing to elevate the weak script.
  • The premise is interesting, but the execution is often nonsensical and unengaging.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available. However, general sentiment from available reviews suggests a lack of engagement with the film's unusual premise and execution.

Fun Fact

The film marked the directorial debut of actor Bob Balaban in a feature film.

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