Freaky New Year!
Freaky New Year!

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Freaky New Year!

2020
Movie
93 min
Russian

December 31, 1320. Residents of the medieval city of Nischburg, who survived two plague epidemics, are preparing to celebrate the New Year and quickly forget about all the problems that have fallen on their heads. But it turns out that not everything that is possible has fallen on their heads. A huge stone flies to Earth, which will fall in about twelve hours. The wise Baron decides not to say anything to anyone, but to distract his subjects by having a luxurious feast for all the money left in the treasury. The holiday begins!

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Vera SantamariaGenres: Comedy, Horror, Teen

Plot Summary

On New Year's Eve, a group of teens are eager to ring in the new year and escape their old lives. However, their plans take a terrifying turn when a sinister presence begins to pick them off one by one. As the night progresses, they realize they are trapped in a deadly game with no way out.

Critical Reception

Freaky New Year! received a mixed to positive reception, particularly from audiences who enjoy modern slasher films with a comedic twist. Critics noted its energetic pacing and effective jump scares, though some found the plot somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its blend of humor and horror.

  • Appreciated for its fast-paced narrative and teen-centric themes.

  • Some viewers found the storyline to be derivative of other horror films.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Freaky New Year! are limited, but those available suggest a positive reception among fans of genre films, who enjoyed its lighthearted approach to horror tropes.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Brea Grant and Ben Collins, known for their work in the horror genre.

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