Knock 'em Dead
Knock 'em Dead

Knock 'em Dead

2014Movie92 minEnglish

Three rival actresses and their crew, desperate and hating each other, reunite for a horror movie sequel when someone starts killing them off just like in their movie, in this bitchy, raunchy comedy mystery.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Michael Patrick JannGenres: Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

A struggling actress, determined to make it big, takes a job as a waitress at a notorious New York City restaurant. However, she soon discovers that the establishment has a dark secret: the owner and staff are also murderers who dispose of difficult customers. As she tries to navigate her new, dangerous environment, she must find a way to survive and escape before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Knock 'em Dead was met with mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its humor and horror elements unevenly balanced. While some appreciated its dark comedic premise, others felt the film lacked originality and failed to fully deliver on its potential.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a dark comedy-horror blend that doesn't quite land.
  • Lacks the sharp wit or genuine scares to stand out.
  • Premise is intriguing but execution is shaky.

Google audience: Audience reception for Knock 'em Dead is scarce, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes. However, its limited availability and low ratings suggest it did not resonate widely with general viewers.

Fun Fact

The film was one of several low-budget horror-comedies released around the same time that attempted to capture the zeitgeist of independent genre filmmaking.

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