‘Bodies’, a film starring Darren Criss, is the latest in a long line of popular movies and TV shows that deal with body image issues. The series follows the lives of five people who are struggling with body image as they grapple with issues ranging from weight loss to depression. Hopefully, it will provide a positive message to viewers about their own bodies and encourage them to be healthier.
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Having been around for nearly four decades, Showtime has a good track record of being the first to jump on the bandwagon when it comes to new and old television and movie formats. In addition to the network’s slate of aforementioned network properties, A24 has inked an exclusive output deal with the network. It was not long before A24’s aforementioned “Bodies” made its premiere in New York City’s Theatre District. In fact, A24’s most recent ventures will also be appearing on Showtime’s sister network, HBO Max, for the foreseeable future. In an effort to stay in the news, A24 has a special ad campaign running in select theaters nationwide. This includes a new promo featuring actor Lee Pace, who plays Greg in the film. The campaign will continue throughout the fall, with the A24 brand appearing on the marquee.
Aside from the network’s slate of aforementioned properties, A24 has inked an exclusive multi-year streaming deal with Showtime. This includes the “Bodies” aforementioned title, as well as a slew of other films that will be appearing on the network in the near future.
Release date
During a hurricane, a group of twenty-somethings are thrown into the house of a wealthy friend. They are invited to participate in a game of hide and seek, but they soon discover that the person they are searching for has been murdered. This leads to a real murder mystery.
The movie is directed by Halina Reijn and stars Maria Bakalova, Myha’la Herrold, and Rachel Sennott. It has been praised for its comedic writing and performances. It is recommended for fans of black comedies.
“Bodies Bodies Bodies” has been a hit at the box office and it’s expected to continue to do well. The film features a murder mystery game and backstabbing among a group of friends. It also offers social commentary and some elements of horror.
Its opening is scheduled for August 5th and it will expand to all theaters on August 12. A physical version will be released on October 18th. The combo pack will include the movie on Blu-ray and DVD. It is available for $31 at Best Buy and at Amazon.
Reviews
Using a novel whodunit structure, Bodies Bodies Bodies reinvents the whodunit film. This film has a well-rounded ensemble cast, a strong and relevant plot, and a clever screenplay. In the end, it changes the way we think about the medium.
The slasher genre continues to be popular for a number of reasons. Audiences love watching fat cats go splat. Plus, there is a lot of nastiness to be found.
One of the more interesting parts of this movie is how it combines a slasher with a mystery. In a typical A24 horror film, there are eerie animal/human hybrids, but in this case, the audience gets to see a mash up of a variety of characters.
The film has an impressive ensemble of performers, many of whom are fresh out of college. In particular, the film showcases the talents of Myha’la Herrold, who embodies Jordan, the nefarious provocateur.
The movie also has a snazzy screenplay that is packed with twists and turns. The best part is that the film has an appropriately fitting ending. The most important component to this film is the chemistry between all the actors.
Will it be available to stream on Showtime?
Despite being released in theaters, Bodies Bodies Bodies is yet to be officially announced for a subscription streaming release. While the film is expected to be picked up by HBO Max, it’s still very possible that it will land somewhere else.
“Bodies Bodies Bodies” is a horror comedy that centers around a group of young adults who throw a party during a hurricane. While the film features elements of suspense, comedy, and horror, it also features a very fun look at Gen Z internet culture.
The film is a spiritual sequel to the 1996 slasher movie Scream. It stars Maria Bakalova, Amandla Stenberg, Rachel Sennott, and Pete Davidson.
The movie’s script was written by Sarah DeLappe. The film has a Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 88%.
The film is currently playing in select theaters across the country. It is scheduled to open in New York on August 5, then expand to all theaters in the US on August 12. The movie has an anticipated theatrical run of 45 days, before moving to HBO Max.
