Boo! A Madea Halloween
Boo! A Madea Halloween

Boo! A Madea Halloween

2016Movie103 minEnglish

Madea winds up in the middle of mayhem when she spends a hilarious, haunted Halloween fending off killers, paranormal poltergeists, ghosts, ghouls, and zombies while keeping a watchful eye on a group of misbehaving teens.

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IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Metacritic32/100
Google Users57%
Director: Tyler PerryGenres: Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

On Halloween night, Madea is placed under house arrest and warned to stay away from any mischievous gatherings. However, she finds herself in the middle of a terrifying maze of pranksters and killers when a group of frat boys decides to torment her. As she tries to survive the night, Madea must confront ghosts, goblins, and zombies while navigating her own quirky family dynamics.

Critical Reception

Boo! A Madea Halloween received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its humor predictable and its plot flimsy. However, it was a significant commercial success, performing exceptionally well at the box office, largely due to its dedicated fanbase.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on Madea's over-the-top antics for humor, which many critics found repetitive and uninspired.
  • The horror elements are largely unconvincing, serving more as a backdrop for Madea's comedic reactions than genuine scares.
  • While commercially successful, critical consensus points to a lack of originality and weak storytelling.

Google audience: Google users' reviews indicate a mixed reception. While some viewers found the film entertaining and enjoyed Madea's signature humor, a significant portion expressed disappointment with the predictable plot and the overall comedic execution.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Atlanta, Georgia, in just 21 days, a testament to Tyler Perry's efficient production methods.

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Frank Ochieng

Frank Ochieng

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