What We Do in the Shadows

R

Released Feb 13, 2015

1 hr. 26 min.

Comedy

Horror

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Vampire housemates (Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi, Jonathan Brugh) try to cope with the complexities of modern life and show a newly turned hipster (Cori Gonzalez-Macuer) some of the perks of being undead.

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Critics Consensus

Smarter, fresher, and funnier than a modern vampire movie has any right to be, What We Do in the Shadows is bloody good fun.

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Salem K

Dry humour, great cast, hilarious throughout, and a fun premise. There's not a single aspect not to love.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/31/24

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David W

"Nosferatu" meets "Best in Show". How can a comedy this hilarious also be one of the best vampire films you'll ever see?

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/27/24

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Robert L

In the realm of vampire cinema, where the same tropes and clichés have been rehashed time and again, "What We Do in the Shadows" stands as a refreshingly original and hilarious take on the genre. Helmed by the comedic geniuses Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement, this mockumentary-style film follows the lives of four vampires who share a flat in Wellington, New Zealand. What makes "What We Do in the Shadows" truly exceptional is its subversion of vampire stereotypes. Instead of portraying these creatures as fearsome monsters, Waititi and Clement present them as endearingly flawed and relatable individuals, grappling with everyday mundane tasks like laundry and house chores. The film's humor is sharp, witty, and often absurd, making it a delight for fans of both mockumentary and vampire-related fare. The characters of "What We Do in the Shadows" are a masterstroke of creation, each with their own unique quirks and personalities. Viago (Waititi), the fastidious leader of the house, is obsessed with maintaining his appearance and upholding vampire tradition. Deacon (Jonathan Brugh), a former vampire who was turned in the 1980s, embraces the modern world with a penchant for fashion and technology. Vladislav (Clement), a 16th-century vampire, is still haunted by the death of his familiar, and spends his time reminiscing about his past glories. And Petyr (Ben Fransham), an ancient vampire trapped in a decaying body, is perpetually grumpy and demanding. The film's success has spawned a spinoff television series of the same name, which continues to explore the lives of the vampire flatmates and introduce new and hilarious characters. With its creative premise, sharp writing, and endearingly flawed characters, "What We Do in the Shadows" is a must-watch for anyone who loves a good laugh.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/20/24

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Alec B

Uses it's simple concept to great comedic effect and material alternates between a slacker roommate comedy and a spoof of the vampire genre quite easily.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/13/23

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Bob

Waititi is A positive

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/12/23

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Bill F

Nowhere near as funny as it likes to think it is. Just becomes irritating after a while.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

12/04/23

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Jemaine Clement

Director

Taika Waititi

Director

Jemaine Clement

Vladislav

Taika Waititi

Viago

Jonny Brugh

Deacon

Cori Gonzalez-Macuer

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Claudia Puig

USA Today

If Twilight made you queasy and Dark Shadows felt like a missed opportunity, this pitch-perfect genre spoof is worth relishing.

Rated: 3.5/4

Mar 13, 2015

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J. R. Jones

Chicago Reader

I'm so sick of vampires I'd have pounded a stake into my own heart not to have to watch this, but it turns out to be a pitch-perfect spoof of MTV's The Real World and a sly satire on millennial slackerdom.

Rated: 3/4

Mar 6, 2015

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Patrick Z. McGavin

Chicago Sun-Times

The New Zealand-made art comedy What We Do in the Shadows is a bracing reminder of how the right burst of energy and style breathes fresh ideas into a genre threatened with creative exhaustion.

Rated: 3/4

Mar 6, 2015

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Patrick Cavanaugh

The Wolfman Cometh

Manages not only to be hilarious in its own right, but also offers plenty of gags that will resonate even more strongly with horror fans.

Rated: 5/5

Sep 20, 2023

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Jennifer Bisset

CNET

It is the kind of content we came to expect from director-writer-actor Taika Waititi.

Apr 20, 2023

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

Rarely does the movie miss a beat, and its cleverness shows itself in a host of ways. It's subtly subversive, subtly satirical, and openly absurd.

Rated: 4.5/5

Aug 21, 2022

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Synopsis

Vampire housemates (Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi, Jonathan Brugh) try to cope with the complexities of modern life and show a newly turned hipster (Cori Gonzalez-Macuer) some of the perks of being undead.

Director: Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi
Executive Producer: Jemaine Clement
Screenwriter: Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi
Distributor: Tribeca Film
Production Co: Unison Films, Defender Films
Rating: R (Language|Bloody Violent Content|Some Sexual Material)
Genre: Comedy, Horror
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 13, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 8, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.3M

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