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The Prankster
To the outer world CHRIS KARAS is a shy, handsome, "A" student, the son of a hard-working Greek contractor. But to his closest confidants he is none other than the celebrated Prince of Pranksters, a secret society dedicated to combating the inequities of high school through masterful acts of subterfuge.
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Plot Summary
A group of college students decides to pull off an elaborate prank on their campus. However, their elaborate plan takes a terrifying turn when it appears to awaken a malevolent spirit that begins to pick them off one by one. The remaining students must find a way to survive the night and confront the supernatural entity they have unleashed.
Critical Reception
The Prankster received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences. It is often cited as a low-budget horror-comedy that fails to deliver effectively on either its comedic or terrifying elements, suffering from a weak script and uninspired performances.
What Reviewers Say
Fails to blend horror and comedy effectively.
Suffers from a predictable plot and unengaging characters.
Lacks the scares and laughs it aims for.
Google audience: Audience reception is scarce, but available comments generally reflect disappointment with the film's execution, noting it as a forgettable entry in the horror-comedy genre.
Fun Fact
The film was reportedly shot on a very limited budget, contributing to its raw and independent feel, though often at the expense of production quality.
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