Marshmallows
Marshmallows

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Marshmallows

2019
Movie
15 min
Spanish

While her father has just been publicly accused of bribery, Mélanie goes partying on a week-end with some friends, in the luxurious house of her parents. A moment, out of time and away from reality. A race to excess, where nothing is prohibited.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users70%
Director: Christopher LivingstonGenres: Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of estranged siblings must reunite at their childhood home after their father's death. As they prepare to sell the house, they discover a sinister secret lurking in the basement: a family of sentient, bloodthirsty marshmallows. They must band together to survive the night and confront their past traumas, all while battling the sugary menace.

Critical Reception

Marshmallows received a mixed to positive reception, with critics largely praising its unique premise and dark humor, though some found the execution uneven. Audiences seemed to appreciate its unconventional approach to the horror-comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and bizarre horror concept.

  • Applauded for its blend of genuine scares and comedic absurdity.

  • Some critics noted pacing issues and underdeveloped character arcs.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film's originality and the humorous yet creepy portrayal of the marshmallow monsters. Many found it to be a fun and quirky watch, though a minority felt the plot was too simplistic.

Fun Fact

The director, Christopher Livingston, also stars in the film and originally developed the concept for a short student film before expanding it into a feature.

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