Deranged High
Deranged High

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Deranged High

2010
Movie
92 min
English

A surreal satirical comedy based on the lives of teachers & students where chaos evolves all in one day.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Steven R. MonroeGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A shy and awkward high school student, Beatrice, is obsessed with the occult and secretly practices witchcraft. When she is publicly humiliated by the popular clique, she decides to use her newfound magical powers to get revenge. Her spells initially bring her popularity but soon spiral out of control, leading to increasingly dangerous and bizarre consequences for herself and everyone around her.

Critical Reception

Deranged High, also known as 'Pretty Ugly People', received mixed to negative reviews. It was largely seen as a low-budget horror-comedy that struggled to balance its supernatural elements with its comedic aspirations, often being criticized for its predictable plot and uneven tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a blend of horror and comedy but doesn't quite succeed at either.

  • The low-budget nature is evident, impacting the special effects and overall production value.

  • Some viewers found the premise amusing, though execution was largely seen as flawed.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Deranged High' is scarce, but available comments suggest it was viewed as a forgettable B-movie with a few campy moments that didn't fully deliver on its premise.

Fun Fact

The film was also marketed under the title 'Pretty Ugly People' in some regions.

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