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Bodies Bodies Bodies
2022 94 min United States of America R 18+
★6.5
Comedy, Mystery, Horror
Director: Halina Reijn
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Description
In an isolated family mansion, a group of rich 20-somethings decides to play Bodies Bodies Bodies, a game where one of them is secretly a "killer" while the rest tries to "escape". Things take a turn for the worse when real bodies start turning up, setting off a paranoid and dangerous chain of events.
Budget:
$3M
US Gross:
$11.45M
Worldwide:
$13.93M
Starring
Amandla Stenberg
Actor
Maria Bakalova
Actor
Myha'la
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2023
— Breakthrough of the Year
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2023
— Most Frightened Performance
Key opinion
Bodies Bodies Bodies is a divisive Gen Z slasher that prioritizes biting social satire and atmospheric tension over traditional horror thrills. While some viewers appreciate its sharp, claustrophobic character study and clever final twist, others find the incessant, vapid dialogue and unlikable characters frustrating.
| Production | The production design and cinematography effectively utilize claustrophobic settings and low-light sources to build consistent atmosphere. | |
| Runtime | The 94-minute runtime is viewed by some as an ideal length that maintains momentum, while others feel the thin plot fails to sustain interest throughout. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay divides audiences between those who find the Gen Z-focused dialogue and obsession with buzzwords like 'gaslighting' to be cutting social satire and those who find it abrasive, repetitive, and vapid. | |
| Acting | Performances are a major point of contention; some reviewers praise the cast for authentically portraying narcissism, while others describe the characters as indistinguishable, irritating, or poorly acted. | |
| Ending | The final twist polarizes the audience, with some regarding it as a uniquely satisfying payoff and others viewing it as an insufficient reward for a tedious lead-up. |