Midnight Kiss
Midnight Kiss

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Midnight Kiss

2019
Movie
89 min
English

A group of gay friends head to Palm Springs to ring in the New Year. Things take a terrifying turn as the friends all search for someone to kiss at midnight, and invite a killer into their midst.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Augustin F. SombraGenres: Horror, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

On New Year's Eve, a group of gay friends gathers for a party in a remote cabin, only to find themselves targeted by a masked killer. As the night progresses and the body count rises, the survivors must race against time to unmask the murderer before they become the next victims.

Critical Reception

Midnight Kiss is a campy horror-comedy that aims for laughs and scares, often succeeding with its over-the-top style and a devoted following within the LGBTQ+ community. While not a critical darling, it has garnered a cult following for its unique blend of genre elements and its distinct, albeit sometimes uneven, execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unapologetic camp and comedic timing.

  • Appreciated by some for its queer representation in the horror genre.

  • Criticized for occasional plot inconsistencies and underdeveloped characters.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but the film is generally seen as a fun, if flawed, entry into the horror-comedy subgenre, particularly appealing to those seeking LGBTQ+ themes.

Fun Fact

The film was released as part of Hulu's 'Into the Dark' anthology series, with each film in the series tied to a specific holiday.

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