Happy Death Day (2017)

1h 37min
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In This Horror-ComedyThe Protagonist Finds Herself Trapped In A Time LoopCreating A Blend Of Suspense And Dark Humor As She Repeatedly Experiences The Day Of Her Murder.
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Get up. Live your day. Get killed. Again.

Themes:The Story Explores The Protagonist's Fight For Survival And Her Journey To Uncover The Truth Behind Her MurderEmphasizing The Urgency And Desperation Of Her Predicament.Discover Similar ThemesMood:The Atmosphere Is Charged With Fear And TensionReflecting The Protagonist's Dire Situation. It Also Incorporates Elements Of Surrealism And Dark ComedyAdding A Unique Twist To The Overall Tone.Discover Similar Mood
Caught in a bizarre and terrifying time warp, college student Tree finds herself repeatedly reliving the day of her murder, ultimately realizing that she must identify the killer and the reason for her death before her chances of survival run out.
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Cultural Impact

The Time Loop Concept Has Become A Memorable AspectDrawing Comparisons To The Iconic 'groundhog Day' LoopAnd The Film's Unique Blend Of Horror And Comedy Has Garnered Attention.
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Character Types

Thrust Into A Terrifying SituationA Fellow StudentProvides Support And Comic Relief.The Protagonist Is A Reluctant HeroAnd Her Sidekick
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Dialog

Reflecting The Urgency Of The SituationConversations Are Often Fast-PacedWith Moments Of Inner Monologue As The Protagonist Grapples With Her Predicament.
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Humor

Finding Humor In The Protagonist's Dire Circumstances. It Also Incorporates Elements Of Situational ComedyThe Film Employs Dark ComedyAs The Repeated Cycles Create Amusing And Surreal Moments.
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Pacing

The Story Maintains A Relentless PaceAlternating Between The Repeated Time Loops And The Protagonist's Efforts To Break Free.
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Time

Present Day
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Place

College CampusDorm Room
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Cinematic Style

The Visual Style Utilizes Vibrant Colors To Contrast With The Dark ThemesAnd Quick Cuts To Match The Pace Of The Narrative. Pov Shots Enhance The Audience's Connection To The Protagonist's Experience.
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Score and Sound

Electronic Music And Ambient Sounds Create An Atmospheric BackdropWith Diegetic Music During Key Scenes To Heighten The Tension.
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Costume and Set

And The Dorm Room Decor Becomes A Familiar And Eerie Backdrop As The Story Unfolds.Modern Attire Reflects The Contemporary Setting
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Key Props

And The Protagonist's Journal Are Central To The PlotSymbolizing The Cycle Of ViolenceA WeaponThe Means To EscapeThe Time Loop DeviceAnd The Protagonist's Self-Reflection.
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Target Audience

Offering A Unique Twist On Familiar Tropes.Teens And Young Adults Are Drawn To The Blend Of Horror And Comedy
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The Story Includes Violent Scenes And Strong LanguageReflecting The Dark Themes And Providing A Warning For Sensitive Viewers.
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Crew

Directed by: Christopher Landon, Toby Oliver, Seth Hansen
Written by: Scott Lobdell, Christopher Landon
Produced by: Kieley Culbertson, Jason Blum, Ryan Turek
Composed by: Bear McCreary

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