Melissa Barrera’s ‘Your Monster’: The Horror-Comedy You Can’t Miss on Max!

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In “Your Monster,” actress Melissa Barrera encounters a real-life monster (played by Tommy Dewey) hiding in her closet after a distressing breakup. This chilling comedy-horror, directed and written by Caroline Lindy, will be available for streaming on Max from January 24th. Following its worldwide premiere, viewers can catch more of Lindy and Barrera’s work on HBO’s linear channel starting at 8 p.m. EST on January 25th.

The narrative of “Your Monster” follows the character Laura Franco (Barrera), a quiet actress, who after being left by her partner Edmund Donovan during her recovery from surgery, returns to her childhood home to heal. As her prospects seem uncertain, she encounters an extra blow when she learns that her ex is producing a musical they had collaborated on. However, amidst these heart-wrenching life shifts, a creature named Dewey arises, who helps Laura explore her aspirations, embrace her feelings, and develop affection for her hidden fury.

The movie titled “Your Monster” faced significant challenges at the domestic box office, earning just $745,652. In comparison, the film led by Barrera performed even poorer internationally, bringing in a meager $58,879. Notably, most of this amount, approximately $46,936, was generated from Russia. Elsewhere overseas, the movie managed to accumulate an additional $8,380 (United Kingdom), $2,401 (Australia), and $1,162 (New Zealand). The worldwide total for “Your Monster” therefore stands at a modest $804,531.

‘Your Monster’ Is Far Better Than Its Poor Box Office Numbers Indicate

Melissa Barrera demonstrated her long-term commitment following the contentious dismissal from the Scream series. Interestingly, Your Monster turned out to be an entertaining and delightfully eerie experience, despite its disappointing box office performance. Critics actually praised Barrera’s latest horror offering, resulting in a Tomatometer score of 78% based on 88 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.

As a passionate cinephile, I must share that “Your Monster” exceeded fan expectations, earning an impressive Popcornmeter rating of 85%, previously known as the RT audience score. For devotees of Neve Campbell from the iconic “Scream” series, this heartwarming horror-romantic comedy is a must-watch, showcasing the talented actress in top form. In her own words during an interview with Forbes while promoting the film’s theatrical release in October 2024 (as reported by Forbes), Melissa Barrera described her character, Laura Franco, as a “dream role.

I’m quite fond of romantic stories, particularly romantic comedies. I have a soft spot for those from the ’90s and early 2000s. Reading this script made me feel something extraordinary, something timeless. It seemed as though [Caroline [Lindy] was creating something unique, and it had an epic quality to it. It encompassed all the genres that I adore – there was a touch of horror, a creature, romance, a bit of musical elements. So, this role felt like a dream come true for me.

Apart from Barrera, Tommy Dewey, and Edmund Donovan, the movie Your Monster additionally features Kayla Foster, Ikechukwu Ufomadu, and Meghann Fahy in key roles. Moreover, Kayla Foster and Lindy are among the project’s producers, along with Kira Carstensen, Melanie Donkers, and Shannon Reilly. If you’re undecided about watching this movie, consider reading MovieWeb’s Your Monster review (rated 3/5 stars), which hints that “Barrera delves into emotional depth with her roommate, the enigmatic hot wolfman.” As of now, you can purchase or rent Your Monster on various Video On Demand platforms such as Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu) for $14.99 or $5.99 respectively.

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2025-01-17 20:03