Psycho Prom Queen
Psycho Prom Queen

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Psycho Prom Queen

2018
Movie
85 min
English

Following the suspected suicide of her friend and fellow teacher, Julie Taylor is hired to take over the senior math class for the last few weeks of school. It's been a difficult year for Julie and this is a fresh start for her and her teenager daughter Miya. Though Julie hopes that being both the new kid and the new teacher's daughter won't be too hard on Miya, she can't help but worry when her daughter becomes fast friends with the school's resident mean girl, Amy Turner.

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Director: B.J. DiscoveryGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of high school students plans to expose their seemingly perfect prom queen, only to discover she harbors a dark and deadly secret. As they dig deeper, they find themselves targeted by a terrifying force that will stop at nothing to protect her reputation. The night of the prom turns into a desperate fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Psycho Prom Queen received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and reliance on horror tropes. However, some viewers found it to be an entertaining, albeit schlocky, entry in the slasher genre, appreciating its B-movie charm and campy performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on familiar horror movie clichés.

  • Performances are often over-the-top, contributing to a campy tone.

  • The plot is predictable, lacking genuine suspense for seasoned horror fans.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around a real high school in Los Angeles, adding a layer of authenticity to its suburban setting.

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erstone

In Mean Queen Nia gives a vulnerable dramatic performance in the role of Miya, a high school student testing the waters of trust while adjusting to a new school. She deftly delivers this performance with keen realism.