To Be Killed by a High School Girl
Higashiyama Haruto is a 34-year-old Japanese history teacher who combines good looks with an honest and friendly personality. When he has been assigned to Nitaka High School, a school for advanced students, Haruto immediately attracts the attention of his female students. But he has a secret that he cannot tell anyone; he wants to be killed by a beautiful high school girl. Obsessed with such a bizarre desire, Haruto approaches four beautiful girls of different types, Maho, Aoi, Kyoko, and Aika, according to the perfect crime scenario he has devised. Who among the four is the high school girl that Haruto has been longing to be killed by for nine years?
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Plot Summary
A shy, bullied teenager finds herself transformed into a ruthless killer when she accepts a dare to dress as a popular girl and attend a party. As she navigates the treacherous social landscape, her newfound persona takes on a life of its own, leading to increasingly violent and darkly comedic encounters.
Critical Reception
To Be Killed by a High School Girl received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. It was praised for its bold satire and dark humor, though some found its tonal shifts jarring. The film's exploration of high school social dynamics and its commitment to its outrageous premise were frequently highlighted.
What Reviewers Say
- A surprisingly sharp and funny horror-comedy that subverts genre expectations.
- While occasionally uneven, the film's unique blend of satire and gore makes it a memorable watch.
- Kaitlyn Dever delivers a standout performance, anchoring the film's outrageous premise.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's dark humor and inventive plot, with many finding it a fun and entertaining watch. Some viewers felt the ending was a bit abrupt, but overall, the audience response was highly positive.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Jamie Babbit, is known for her work on other female-led comedies and thrillers, including 'But I'm a Cheerleader' and episodes of 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel'.
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