Scary Movie (2000)
Synopsis: A group of high school students is hunted by a masked killer after they accidentally cause someone’s death. While escaping, they uncover secrets about the murderer.
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- Exaggerated character reactions
- Parody of horror tropes
- Physical comedy
Shaun of the Dead (2004)
Synopsis: Zombies start appearing in Shaun’s town. He and his best friend try to rescue their loved ones and take shelter in a pub. Their plans get complicated and have to find a way to survive.
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- Mix of horror and comedy
- Friendship dynamics
- Tension leading to comedy
Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010)
Synopsis: Two friends go on vacation into a cabin in the woods. A group of college students mistakenly think that they are killers. As the students panic, they accidentally cause their own deaths while Tucker and Dale try to figure out what is going on.
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- Misunderstandings create comedy
- Swapping horror tropes
- Situational comedy
Ghostbusters (1984)
Synopsis: A group of scientists starts a ghost catching business after discovering ghosts in New York City. They work together to stop a growing ghost invasion.
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- Supernatural elements with comedy
- Characters in weird situations
- Balancing tension and jokes
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