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Jenna Ortega Returns to the Big Screen in Horror Comedy ‘Death of a Unicorn’
Jenna Ortega, the acclaimed star of the hit series Wednesday, is set to grace cinemas once again in the upcoming horror comedy, Death of a Unicorn. The film, anticipated to be a blend of dark humor and fantasy, is slated for release this week, promising audiences a unique cinematic experience.
Synopsis: An Unexpected Encounter
In Death of a Unicorn, Ortega portrays Ridley Kintner, the daughter of a widower. The narrative unfolds as Ridley and her father inadvertently cause the demise of a unicorn during a weekend getaway. This encounter with the mythical creature initially leaves them in disbelief, but they soon uncover a deeper, more sinister significance attached to the unicorn.
UK Release and Initial Reception
Death of a Unicorn is scheduled to arrive in UK cinemas this Friday, April 4th. Prior to its UK release, the film premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival in March and debuted in American cinemas on March 28th. Early reviews have been mixed, with critics and viewers offering varied perspectives on the horror comedy.
Rotten Tomatoes Scores
As of now, Death of a Unicorn holds a favorable 78% viewer score on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating positive reception from audiences. However, film critics on the platform have offered a less enthusiastic 56% rating, suggesting a divergence in opinion between general viewers and professional reviewers.
Plot Details: Healing Powers and Corporate Greed
The storyline of Death of a Unicorn revolves around a father and daughter traveling to a secluded estate owned by the CEO of a prominent pharmaceutical corporation. During their journey, they inadvertently injure a unicorn-like creature and decide to transport it in their car trunk.
Upon reaching the estate, they discover the creature’s extraordinary regenerative capabilities. The estate owner, upon learning of these healing properties, schemes to exploit the unicorn for his pharmaceutical enterprise’s benefit, adding a layer of corporate satire to the horror comedy premise.
Directorial Debut and Production
Death of a Unicorn marks the directorial debut of Alex Scharfman, previously recognized for his work as a film producer and writer. This film represents his transition into directing, adding anticipation to see his vision realized on screen.
Star-Studded Cast
The film boasts a glittering ensemble cast, led by Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd (known for his role as Ant-Man), who plays her on-screen father, Elliot Kintner.
- Richard E. Grant (Oscar-nominated actor) portrays Odell Leopold, Elliot’s wealthy healthcare CEO boss.
- Will Poulter (Guardians of the Galaxy) stars as Shepard, Leopold’s son.
- The supporting cast includes Téa Leoni (Madam Secretary), Anthony Carrigan (Barry), Sunita Mani (Everything Everywhere All At Once), David Pasquesi (Veep), and Steve Park (Mickey 17).
Cinema Release
Death Of A Unicorn arrives in cinemas this Friday, April 4th.