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Drop Dead Gorgeous
Paula, a famous plastic surgeon, applies an experimental formula to herself that promises to completely eliminate cellulite. However, she ends up dying shortly after the test. Now, with the help of a medium, the doctor returns to Earth to try to stop her greedy ex-partner from putting the harmful product on the market.
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Plot Summary
In the small town of Mount Rose, Minnesota, the annual 'Golden Turkey' beauty pageant is about to begin. However, the competition takes a dark and twisted turn as contestants start to disappear or meet untimely, often gruesome, ends. The remaining participants, including the fiercely ambitious Amber Atkins and the sinister Becky Leeman, must navigate the increasingly dangerous pageant while trying to uncover the truth behind the deadly events.
Critical Reception
Drop Dead Gorgeous was met with mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its dark humor, satirical edge, and strong performances, particularly from its ensemble cast. Some found the humor too bleak or the plot too convoluted, but it has since gained a cult following for its unique comedic style.
What Reviewers Say
Sharp and satirical with a dark sense of humor.
Features strong performances from its ensemble cast.
Some viewers found the humor too over-the-top or the plot lacking.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's dark comedy and satire, with many praising its unique and quirky humor. Some found the tone occasionally unsettling, but overall, it was seen as a clever and entertaining dark comedy.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the fictional town of Mount Rose was created using various suburban locations in the area.
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