"Unlocking the Mystery of 'Totally Killer': A Genre-Bending Film Review"
"Totally Killer" is a genre-bending film directed by Nahanchaka Khan
The film blends fish-out-of-water comedy with time-travel science-fiction
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The horror element is the weakest part of the film, overall it remains entertaining.
Kiernan Shipka's charming presence plays a vital role in making the film entertaining.
The script required Shipka's character, Jamie Hughes, to undergo various tonal changes, from a scheming teenager to a fearless investigator.
The story is set on Halloween night in 2023, where Jamie is accidentally transported back to 1987 and attempts to prevent past murders.
The film incorporates 80s culture, including distinctive songs that differ from typical film soundtrack choices of that era.
Jamie must connect with potential victims and her teenage mother, who was once their mean girl ringleader.
"Totally Killer" explores themes of small-town strangeness and the traps of high school to extremes, while also introducing slasher elements
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