Bodies Bodies Bodies

Bodies Bodies Bodies

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.

  • Released:
  • Runtime: 120 minutes
  • Genre: Comedy, Horror, Thrillers
  • Stars: Amandla Stenberg, Maria Bakalova, Rachel Sennott, Chase Sui Wonders, Myha'la Herrold, Pete Davidson, Lee Pace, Conner O'Malley
  • Director: Halina Reijn
 Comments
  • adie_stone-13490 - 9 June 2024
    What a load...
    So it's about a group of young adults partying and mainly scuffling with each other.

    I don't know if it's meant to be a comedy horror but there's not much of either.

    I laughed once and didn't really feel any tension whatsoever throughout.

    Almost every character is unlikeable and they damn well give you reason to not like them too.

    The one innocent character in the whole film is the only likeable one, likely on purpose. But it's all a bit cliché really with a sad backstory to boot.

    I think most of the actresses did a good job but two stuck out as easily the best and one stuck out as a terrible actress. Amandla as Sophie was honestly great, every expression was perfect, as was Maria as Bee, the way she moved away from Sophie in one scene was truly believable.

    Rachel Sennot however, how she ever became an actress is beyond me. I've never seen her in anything else before but I hope she's better in her other movies but I've not heard good things.

    Also personally, I thought the ending was awful. A ridiculous and frankly boring twist done so much better in other films like Tucker & Dale vs Evil.

    Yeah, there was no specific killer. They all offed each other or themselves by accident or in self defence.

    It was a total waste of time except for the two main characters, the only saving grace of the film.

    Unfortunately they weren't enough to make it any good however.

    The only reason I'm glad I watched it is so I don't have the urge to ever watch it, I definitely won't be revisiting it in my life.
  • omallieharp - 13 April 2024
    Character-Driven and Fun but Lacks a Good Ending
    In a film where a close group of friends bring their significant others to a small get-together at one of their enormous houses for a party during a storm, the make-believe game of "Bodies Bodies Bodies" turns very real and leaves some of the players as nothing more than an actual dead body.

    Aside from a singular scene in the house's office where much of the dialogue is focused around characters who never appear in the film, and whose relationships are not important to the plotlines, the pacing across the movie is effective and continues to move the story forward without rushing or dragging. From the opening scene, multiple complex and uncertain dynamics are established between the main characters that are intriguing and draw the viewers in.

    Because the genre is horror, and the audience can suspect that the pretend game they are playing turns real, the callous interactions between the "friends" feel incredibly loaded; figuring out which of them will actually do the killing is a fun puzzle because everyone seems to have some kind of tiff with at least one other character at the party. Due to the drinking and drugs coursing through the characters' systems, I was questioning their reliability as narrators the entire time; I found the added element of distrust to be extra enjoyable and interesting.

    Soundtrack and score are youthful, of the current era and cohesive throughout the entire film. The cinematography is stunning, with interesting plays with lighting, frame speed, and changes in angles that keep the single location interesting and fresh. Rachel Sennott (Alice) and Pete Davidson (David) were the standout comedic performances to me, having both nailed the clever comedic timing to successfully draw honest, loud laughs out despite the bloody surroundings.

    Myha'la (Jordan), Amandla Stenberg (Sophie), and Maria Bakalova (Bee) are handed the most serious and volatile lines in the script and deliver them with raw realism without verging on soap opera dramatics. They create a decent backdrop for the hysterics of Sennott's character, which wouldn't have a place to land without them.

    Logic-wise, Bodies, Bodies, Bodies does a solid job of avoiding the most painfully predictable trope of horror movies in the characters' choices to not split up, but still falls victim to the choice of a rather predictable kill pattern. Though the plot has reason for this and it does work in the moment, I would consider it a slight weak link. However, it does open the door for the lead four actresses to impressively carry the last hour of the film and that is where this film shines the brightest.

    Carefully built tensions explode in an extended scene that cements the viewers inside these young women's world and has us asking the same questions they are as the events unfold. The flow of their speech patterns is tactful and well acted- the directing and chemistry between the cast makes each moment feel natural, yet still gripping with masterfully placed comedic nanoseconds interspersed.

    When I was just twelve minutes from the end of the film and felt like I had a pretty full view of the characters, I wanted to immediately restart the movie and pick up on everything I missed the first time around. Unfortunately, the script undid all of its own merits by the end of the film and left me with no desire to rewatch. Everything I loved about this movie as I was watching it, ends up being useless.

    For those who love solving puzzles, the final sequence and ending will likely be disappointing. Perhaps it is my own love for the dramatics that craved something darker, so this film ended up not really being up my street. So, in turn, I would recommend this film to anyone who is looking for a scary movie where the premise is character driven, rather than violence, gore, shock or paranormal elements, without too many jump scares or lasting sense of unease after the credits begin to roll. But not necessarily to people who are looking for a whodunit mystery.
  • erhanipekciler - 22 March 2024
    Funny but I am not sure.
    Well, I read the comments and some of them loved the movie so much and some of them not . I am 'no' side unfortunately. Actually my feelings are so confusing, it says too much thing about gen z stupidity. Also when I looked at the comments, I understand I am too old for this movie :) First of all I didn't like the characters, zero acting for me. All of them so stupid. I don't wanna say that but they deserved to death :) in some scenes I was really bored and I prayed for end but I have to say also that final was epic. I had another thought was it was a joke but that version was hilarious. Watchable with not too much expectations.
  • Neptune165 - 24 December 2022
    Idiots Idiots Idiots
    ...or maybe maybe maybe they failed failed failed so badly badly badly at horror that it just SEEMS like satire. That's the vibe I got. Easily the worst A24 film and one of the worst movies I've ever seen. Genuinely one of the worst movies I've ever seen, and where was the "comedy", truly awful. The dialog was type annoying and it was sad to watch the interactions with most of the characters when no accountability and trust issues came into play but a handful of jokes that did land didn't really make me love this movie and it was just meh for me after it became clear and obvious that my suspicion of what really happened and who it was in the end was actually predictable. This movie was so contrived. A hurricane? In the middle of a forest? Since they had to be in a place where they lost cellular, who cares if it makes no sense? No one can see anyone despite them all having phone flashlights? And then the ending makes no logical sense. Bodies bodies bodies was not good good good. How did people enjoy this movie I was so bored the entire time. Don't torture yourself by watching it again lol.
  • slzoras - 30 November 2022
    The definition of "guilty pleasure"
    Pleasantly surprised by this one. My rating of this movie is not based on the overall artistic message of it, the sophistication, but rather on the way that it sets up something and manages to succeed in that. The movie is a black comedy, not more, not less. A24 as usual brings in the "indie-ness": the shaky camera movements, the pacing, the feeling of something atypical and slightly sinister unfolding in front of you, the use of silence, the gritty and contemporary dialogues. As for everything else, the movie is surprisingly good: the plot works, it's well set up (although in a conventional murder party way), you can feel the emotions of the characters which manage to come off as genuine even through the ridiculous series of events. I wasn't super into the social satire, because in these movies it always feels like they are put into the story by the writers themselves to say their own opinions in a smart and quotable way, but this satire doesn't really have to do with the movie's theme, it's just an accompaniment (which is not bad, just noticeable). Bea (the girl from the Borat Sequel) did great, Alice (from Shiva Baby) was also the highlight of the movie. Pete Davidson is pretty ok, he manages to do more than just "being the goofy guy" (at least at the beginning). All the other actors also were pretty impeccable in their roles, their interactions seemed natural. It's not a scary movie, it's just a murder mystery movie with some slasher-type influence. It's also pretty funny, which is a very welcome characteristic for a movie like this, because it doesn't really count on absurdist horror humor like Scary Movie but it brings you to laugh. The sequence of events is kind of predictable, but overall it works. It's a fun and enjoyable movie that you can watch with friends. It doesn't really want to be more than a cheeky, Euphoria-esque, self-aware, short, well-paced, well-acted slasher comedy.
  • jjn-04615 - 14 November 2022
    Non-stop fun that leaves you in joy after the movie
    Bodies bodies bodies is an absolute riot, and I find it more hilarious the more I watch it. This is majorly thanks to the amazing cast, who all did a good job in the role they were given. They play exactly who they are supposed to play, in the tone they are supposed to be in. Rachel Sennot was a huge standout, being hilarious and realistic the whole time. I can promise that you will never ever be bored while watching, as it is constantly entertaining. This is the most fun I've had with a movie ever, and left me filled with joy for days. I recommend you watch this, and just try to have fun instead of focusing on the little things. Truest the mist joy I've had with a movie EVER.
  • adwband - 4 November 2022
    Awful Writing
    This movie epitomizes movies these days. Whether intentional or unintentional, the writing manages to include every 2022 overused cliche about life, mental health, sexuality, wealth, etc. If it's trying to be satire, it misses the mark on being funny. If it's not, even worse.

    The movie itself was boring, characters terrible, and writing made it hard to watch. As an actor, I would be embarrassed to be associated with something like this. Really not sure what else to say about this movie other than don't waste your time. Find something with a better plot and some better writing (a tough task in this day and age).