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Dead & Beautiful (2021): Cast & Ratings

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Dead & Beautiful is a 2021 drama thriller directed by David Verbeek, starring Gijs Blom as Mason, Aviis Zhong and Yen Tsao. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes. Critics gave it 42% on Rotten Tomatoes and 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10.

IMDb rating
4.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
42%
Echo Score
49
Metascore
47
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Dead & Beautiful (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
David Verbeek
Genres
Drama , Thriller
Original language
English
Studio
Shudder
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Dead & Beautiful About?

The premise of Dead & Beautiful without spoilers.

A group of affluent young friends experiences a startling change as the effects of alcohol wear off: they develop fangs and discover they’ve become vampires. Embracing their newfound strength and captivating appearance, they initially revel in their abilities. However, as they explore their powers, their relationships become strained, trust erodes, and they find themselves increasingly isolated in a world of shifting identities and dangerous temptations.

Dead & Beautiful Themes & Keywords

· 15 tags
  • night
  • vampire
  • female vampire
  • vampiress
  • nudity
  • male nudity
  • male frontal nudity
  • male full frontal nudity
  • vampire bite
  • brief male frontal nudity
  • pubic hair
  • male pubic hair
+3 more
  • young
  • group
  • wealth
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Cast & crew

Dead & Beautiful Cast & Characters

Gijs Blom leads the cast as Mason, with Aviis Zhong as Lulu and Yen Tsao as Alexander. Directed by David Verbeek; 5 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Dead & Beautiful

· 1 more
From the director

More from David Verbeek

More films directed by David Verbeek: Full Contact, How to Describe a Cloud, Club Zeus and R U There.

Full filmography
Ratings

Dead & Beautiful Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Dead & Beautiful 42% on Rotten Tomatoes and 47 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 49/100, strongest in sensory experience (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (35).

49 /100

Dead & Beautiful Echo Score Breakdown

Dead & Beautiful delivers a visually striking premise that struggles to sustain narrative momentum. Critics note the film’s stylish aesthetics but repeatedly criticize its shallow character work and familiar plot beats, while user feedback underscores a perception of empty storytelling. The mixed to negative consensus across direction, narrative depth, and replay value leads to a modest overall impression, placing the film in the lower middle of the rating spectrum.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 55

    In terms of visual craft, the film is praised for its stylish and original aesthetic, with several reviewers highlighting its striking cinematography. However, comments about a hollowness to its beauty and an overly muted presentation suggest uneven execution. The net impression is that the art direction is competent and occasionally impressive, yet not consistently compelling.

  • Character & Emotion 40

    When it comes to character depth, critics observe that the protagonists remain underdeveloped and emotionally distant, rendering their motives vague. Positive remarks about an original perspective are outweighed by remarks on shallow portrayals and lack of gripping drama. Consequently, the character work is perceived as a notable weakness that limits audience engagement.

  • Story & Flow 45

    Regarding plot and narrative flow, reviewers describe the story as familiar and at times sluggish, failing to probe its social satire deeply. Some praise the premise’s originality, yet the execution is seen as muted and repetitive. The overall sense is that the storyline offers limited novelty and uneven pacing, resulting in a mixed assessment.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    In the sensory realm, the film’s visual style receives commendation for its striking and beautiful composition, with mentions of an appealing color palette and design. While some note the visual allure does not extend beyond surface appeal, the consensus leans toward a strong sensory impact that enhances the viewing experience despite narrative flaws.

  • Rewatch Factor 35

    Evaluating rewatch potential, critics and users alike point to the film’s limited lasting appeal, citing dullness and a lack of depth that diminish repeat viewing interest. Although a few reviewers found it festival‑worthy, the prevailing sentiment is that the movie does not offer sufficient novelty or emotional resonance to encourage subsequent viewings.

Videos

Dead & Beautiful Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Dead & Beautiful – clip | IFFR 2021
  • Trailer Dead & Beautiful - Official Trailer [HD] | A Shudder Original
Cars

Cars in Dead & Beautiful

6 cars on screen, including the 1983 BMW 3 E30 and the Rolls-Royce unknown.

All 6 cars
  • 1983 BMW 3 E30 in Dead & Beautiful 1983 BMW 3 E30 Important role
  • Rolls-Royce unknown in Dead & Beautiful Rolls-Royce unknown Important role
  • BMW 3 E46 in Dead & Beautiful BMW 3 E46 Minor role
  • 2013 McLaren MP4-12C in Dead & Beautiful 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Minor role
Details

Dead & Beautiful Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “狂歡時刻” and “High Time”.

Also known as
  • 狂歡時刻
  • High Time
  • 詭祭
  • 诡祭
  • Мертвы и мажоры

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FAQ

Dead & Beautiful FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Dead & Beautiful, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Dead & Beautiful?

Dead & Beautiful runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was Dead & Beautiful released?

Dead & Beautiful was released on November 4, 2021.

Who directed Dead & Beautiful?

Dead & Beautiful was directed by David Verbeek.

More films by David Verbeek

Who is in the cast of Dead & Beautiful?

Dead & Beautiful stars Gijs Blom as Mason, Aviis Zhong as Lulu and Yen Tsao as Alexander, among 5 credited actors.

How is Dead & Beautiful rated?

Dead & Beautiful has 4.4/10 on IMDb, 42% on Rotten Tomatoes, 47 on Metacritic and 40% on TMDB.

Does Dead & Beautiful have a post-credit scene?

No. Dead & Beautiful has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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