Comfort Food
Comfort Food

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Comfort Food

2017
Movie
9 min
English

A film about being together.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Banjong PisanthanakunGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A lonely, overweight young man obsessed with food decides to create the perfect dish to win over the girl of his dreams. However, his quest takes a horrifying turn when he discovers that his culinary experiments are attracting more than just his crush. He soon finds himself battling demonic forces lurking in his kitchen, forcing him to confront his deepest fears and a very unusual recipe for disaster.

Critical Reception

Comfort Food, a Thai horror-comedy, received a mixed to positive reception, particularly praised for its blend of humor and genuine scares. While some critics found the pacing uneven, many lauded its creative premise, effective jump scares, and surprisingly heartfelt message about self-acceptance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique concept blending culinary themes with horror.

  • Lauded for its effective jump scares and darkly comedic moments.

  • Some found the plot predictable and the scares to be formulaic.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, appreciating the film's inventive premise and successful mix of horror and comedy. Many viewers found the character's journey relatable and the scares genuinely effective, though a portion of reviewers wished for more originality.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Banjong Pisanthanakun, is also known for directing other successful Thai horror films like 'Shutter' and 'Alone'.

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