Killer Weekend
Killer Weekend

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Killer Weekend

2018
Movie
85 min
English

When a hopeless stag party goes on a mock zombie survival weekend, an unfortunate turn of events leaves them fighting for their lives.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Jamie BlanksGenres: Horror, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A group of attractive young women known as 'killer beauties' are hired for a weekend getaway at a remote mansion, only to discover they are pawns in a deadly game orchestrated by a mysterious benefactor. As they are forced to hunt and kill one another, their vacation turns into a brutal fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Killer Weekend received largely negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to its unoriginal plot and gratuitous violence. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some appreciating its campy horror elements while others found it predictable and lacking substance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies too heavily on gratuitous gore and predictable plot twists.

  • Lacks character development and fails to create genuine suspense.

  • Attempts a blend of horror and comedy but falls short on both fronts.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Killer Weekend are scarce, but those available often cite the film as a low-budget B-movie with some entertainment value for fans of slasher flicks, though generally considered forgettable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Beautician and the Beast' before being changed to 'Killer Weekend' for its release.

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