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Jennifer's Body
2009 107 min United States of America R 18+
★5.5
Horror, Comedy
Director: Karyn Kusama
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Description
Jennifer, a gorgeous, seductive cheerleader takes evil to a whole new level after she's possessed by a sinister demon. Now it's up to her best friend to stop Jennifer's reign of terror before it's too late.
Budget:
$16M
US Gross:
$16.2M
Worldwide:
$31.56M
Starring
Megan Fox
Actor
Amanda Seyfried
Actor
Adam Brody
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2010
— Best Scare
Razzie Awards 2010
— Worst Actress
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2010
— Most Outrageous Scene
Key opinion
Jennifer's Body is a polarizing horror-comedy that fails to consistently deliver either genuine scares or effective humor for most viewers. While some critics appreciate its attempt to deconstruct female friendship and exploitation, others find the execution disjointed, the plot incoherent, and the performances lacking in emotional depth.
| Originality | The film fails to strike a balance between its intended genres, leaving audiences confused by the lack of both genuine horror and consistent comedic payoffs. | |
| Score | The soundtrack and musical score are frequently praised for their quality and contribution to the film's atmosphere. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the lead performances are sharply divided; supporters praise the chemistry between Fox and Seyfried as authentic, while critics dismiss them as flat, wooden, or miscast. | |
| Theme | The script attempts to offer a unique perspective on teen friendship and exploitation, though critics argue the final result feels logically empty and pretentious. | |
| Production | Viewers are split on the effectiveness of the production design, with some finding the visual aesthetic and locations atmospheric, while others perceive the effects as weak and cheap. |