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A New You
Aunt Lily (Katie Morgan) and her nephew by alliance Dean (Jay Romero), manipulate Cammy (Kylie Rocket), a gullible teen into losing virginity. Lily owns a beauty salon and Dean gets an appointment for her for less. Cammy is taken by this sweet offer and accepts, although she has NO IDEA what's in store for her. Lillian (Christy Love), a determined lesbian teacher, makes her teen student Codey (Codey Steele) impregnate her. Codey is shocked and tries to deny the offer but Lillian, desperate, threatens to ruin his future by sabotaging his chances of getting into college. Lillian will go to any lengths to get what she wants.
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Plot Summary
A young woman undergoes experimental plastic surgery to correct a disfiguring scar, only to find herself trapped in a nightmare when the procedure yields terrifying and unforeseen consequences. As her appearance changes in disturbing ways, she must confront the dark reality of the clinic and its sinister intentions before she loses herself completely.
Critical Reception
A New You received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its unsettling atmosphere and effective gore, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its body horror elements and suspenseful narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its chilling portrayal of body horror and psychological distress.
Applauded for its effective suspense and gruesome practical effects.
Some critics noted a familiar trajectory in its narrative, but found the execution compelling.
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Fun Fact
The film's director, Tricia Lee, is known for her work in the independent horror scene, often exploring themes of transformation and identity.
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