Death of a Unicorn Review: Dark Unicorn Movie with 'Wednesday' Star Might Be Surprisingly Magical
Copyright © A24, Ley Line Entertainment, Secret Engine, Monoceros Media, Square Peg, The Royal Budapest Film Co Title : Death of a Unicorn Director : Alex Scharfman Release Date : March 28, 2025 A24 has a reputation for bittersweet dramas, but their occasional forays into quirky dark comedies, like Everything Everywhere All at Once , offer audiences a delightful break. One of their latest releases, Death of a Unicorn , continues this tradition with one of the weirdest horror concepts yet. Starring Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega, the film earned a disappointing $5.7 million during its opening weekend, falling short of its $15 million budget. Critics praised the film's inventive premise and strong performances, but were divided due to tonal inconsistencies and unrealized thematic potential. However, audiences received it more warmly. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 53% Tomatometer score from critics and a 78% Popcornmeter from viewers. Although it may not stand...