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Re: Jessica Rothe

posted 6 years ago by TylerAArse (2654)
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She did a hell of a job in this movie. She was charming and entertaining. A light-hearted horror movie that's very enjoyable to watch.

[–] [deleted] 6 years ago

I was pleasantly surprised. Likeable horror comedy.

[–] hurricane (1908) 6 years ago

Agreed.

Movies like this need a decent actor in the main role. Same with Groundhog Day. Bill Murray was in almost every shot of the film. So the audience needs to like him. In the hands of a less talented or charismatic actor, the film just wouldn't work.

In Happy Death Day, though the character of Tree wasn't likable at first, Rothe had the charisma to still make the movie worth watching. You cared about her and her journey. Also, she could switch in and out of the comedy when the movie required.

Enjoyable movie.

[–] PaladinNJ (20310) 6 years ago

But there were times in Groundhog Day when you were not supposed to like Phil.

[–] hurricane (1908) 6 years ago

I meant like the actor, as opposed to the character.

If a weak actor portrayed Phil Connors, watching him in every scene would drag.

The main characters in films like this carry the film.

[–] PaladinNJ (20310) 5 years ago

Got it.

[–] Xcalat3 (3701) 6 years ago

She was very fun to watch indeed.