Tag: Dark Comedy

  • I’LL NEVER FORGET WHAT’S ‘ISNAME

    I’LL NEVER FORGET WHAT’S ‘ISNAME

    “I’ll Never Forget What’s ‘Isname” is a 1967 British film directed by Michael Winner. It blends elements of drama, satire, and dark comedy to critique the advertising industry and explore the protagonist’s existential malaise. The story centers on Andrew Quint (played by Oliver Reed), a disillusioned and successful advertising executive who feels suffocated by the…

  • I, TONYA

    I, TONYA

    “I, Tonya” is a 2017 biographical dark comedy directed by Craig Gillespie. The film chronicles the life of the infamous figure skater Tonya Harding and the events leading up to the attack on her rival Nancy Kerrigan during the 1994 Winter Olympics. The film stars Margot Robbie as Tonya Harding, Sebastian Stan as Jeff Gillooly…

  • MUMSY, NANNY, SONNY AND GIRLY aka GIRLY

    MUMSY, NANNY, SONNY AND GIRLY aka GIRLY

    “Mumsy, Nanny, Sonny and Girly” aka “Girly” outside the UK, is a darkly comedic and subversive British film directed by Freddie Francis and released in 1970. The film offers a twisted take on the traditional family dynamic, blending elements of black comedy, horror, and social satire. The story centers around a dysfunctional family living in…

  • AMERICAN PSYCHO

    AMERICAN PSYCHO

    “American Psycho,” directed by Mary Harron and released in 2000, is a chilling and satirical adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’s controversial novel. Set in the late 1980s, the film follows the life of Patrick Bateman, a wealthy and successful investment banker living in Manhattan, portrayed by Christian Bale in a career-defining performance. On the surface,…

  • JOJO RABBIT

    JOJO RABBIT

    “Jojo Rabbit” is a darkly comedic yet heartfelt film directed by Taika Waititi, released in 2019. Set in Nazi Germany during World War II, the story centers around Jojo Betzler, a young German boy played by Roman Griffin Davis, who dreams of becoming a great Nazi soldier. Jojo’s imaginary friend is none other than Adolf…

  • PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE

    PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE

    “Phantom of the Paradise,” directed by Brian De Palma, is a 1974 cult musical horror-comedy that serves as a unique and satirical take on the classic tale of Faust and The Phantom of the Opera. The story revolves around the world of the music industry, fame, and the Faustian pact that can come with artistic…

  • TO DIE FOR

    TO DIE FOR

    “To Die For,” directed by Gus Van Sant, is a darkly comedic crime drama released in 1995, starring Nicole Kidman. The film explores the dangerous allure of fame and the lengths one woman will go to achieve it. The story is presented in a mockumentary style, with interviews and dramatizations providing an inside look at…

  • PARASITE

    PARASITE

    “Parasite,” directed by Bong Joon-ho and released in 2019, is a South Korean dark comedy thriller that revolves around two families from different socioeconomic backgrounds. The film stars Song Kang-Ho, Jang Hye-jin, Choi Woo-shik, Lee Sun-kyun and Jo Yeo-jeong The story begins when Ki-woo, through a stroke of luck and deceit, secures a tutoring job…

  • HAROLD AND MAUDE

    HAROLD AND MAUDE

    “Harold and Maude” is a 1971 dark comedy directed by Hal Ashby. The film stars Bud Cort as Harold Chasen, a young man obsessed with death, and Ruth Gordon as Maude, a lively and eccentric 79-year-old woman who becomes an unexpected companion in Harold’s life. The story revolves around the unconventional relationship between Harold, a…

  • CUL-DE-SAC

    CUL-DE-SAC

    “Cul-de-sac” is a 1966 British psychological thriller directed by Roman Polanski. The film is known for its dark and absurdist humor, as well as its exploration of power dynamics, isolation, and the breakdown of societal norms. It features a small cast, with standout performances by Donald Pleasence and Françoise Dorléac. The story centers on a…