Woke Up Dead
Drex Greene (Jon Heder), a confused zombie who can’t be any deader, tries to solve the case of the mystery pill that left him drowned in a bathtub. With the help of his wannabe filmmaker roommate Matt (Josh Gad) and the sexy med student Cassie (Krysten Ritter), who first discovers Drex as he unzips himself from his own body bag, the three begin to uncover leads about why his death didn’t stick, why a mystery online chat buddy is after him and why he’s starting to show signs of superpowers. Will they figure out why Drex is only sort of dead? Will Cassie discover ancient Zombie secrets? Will Matt get a film career out of it? Or is falling in love actually what Drex needs to do to stay alive?
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Plot Summary
A young man wakes up dead, but with a strange, lingering consciousness. He discovers he has 72 hours to solve the mystery of his own murder before his soul completely dissipates. With the help of his best friend and his ex-girlfriend, he navigates the bizarre circumstances of his death and the afterlife.
Critical Reception
Woke Up Dead is a quirky independent horror-comedy that garnered a mixed but generally positive reception for its unique premise and dark humor. While some critics found its pacing uneven, many praised its originality and engaging performances, particularly from the lead cast.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its inventive and humorous take on the zombie/undead trope.
- The film's dark comedy and unique narrative structure were highlighted as strengths.
- Some reviewers noted that the film occasionally struggles with tonal consistency and pacing.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Woke Up Dead are scarce, but those available often mention the film's distinctive blend of horror and comedy, with some appreciating its offbeat charm and creative approach to a supernatural premise.
Fun Fact
Director Jonny Mars also stars in the film as the character 'Jackson', the protagonist who wakes up dead.
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