LISA FRANKENSTEIN (2024) REVIEW

 

Picture this: a teenage misfit, a reanimated corpse, and a whole lot of chaos. That's the recipe for this off-the-wall flick that promises to be a scream.

Meet Lisa Swallows, the ultimate oddball with a knack for attracting trouble. She's just your average high schooler—except for the fact that she's got a crush on a corpse. Yep, you heard that right. When a wish gone wrong brings a Victorian zombie back to life, Lisa's life takes a turn for the weird.

Written by the one and only Diablo Cody and directed by the talented Zelda Williams, "Lisa Frankenstein" is a wild ride from start to finish. With Cody's razor-sharp wit and Williams' knack for comedy, this movie is guaranteed to leave you in stitches.

But does it deliver the goods? Well, let's just say it's a bit of a mixed bag. Sure, the premise is bonkers and the performances are solid, but the execution leaves a little to be desired. Think of it as a Frankenstein movie—part horror, part romance, and part comedy, all stitched together in a slightly wonky way.

Kathryn Newton shines as Lisa, bringing a perfect blend of charm and quirk to the role. And Cole Sprouse? He's dead-on as the lovable corpse with a heart of gold. Together, they make an unlikely pair—kind of like peanut butter and jelly, if peanut butter was a zombie.

Despite its flaws, "Lisa Frankenstein" is a blast from the past, with plenty of '80s nostalgia to keep you entertained. From the neon-soaked sets to the killer soundtrack, it's like taking a trip back in time—albeit with a few extra body parts.

So grab your popcorn and brace yourself for a monster of a good time. "Lisa Frankenstein" may not be perfect, but it's definitely a scream. And hey, where else are you going to see a teenage girl fall in love with a zombie?