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Description: A supernatural horror-comedy about a man who communicates with ghosts, blending eerie visuals with quirky humor.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use extensive digital effects for its ghostly characters. It was originally intended to be a much darker, R-rated film.

Description: A zombie comedy that balances genuine horror with sharp wit, offering a fresh take on the undead apocalypse.

Fact: The film was shot in the same neighborhood as the TV show 'Spaced,' which also starred Simon Pegg. It features numerous hidden references to other zombie films.

Description: A mockumentary-style horror film that explores the life of a slasher villain, combining dark comedy with a fresh take on horror tropes.

Fact: The film pays homage to classic slasher villains like Michael Myers and Jason Voorhees. It was shot on a very low budget but gained a cult following.

Description: A meta-horror film that deconstructs the genre while delivering genuine scares and humor, blending traditional horror elements with a self-aware narrative.

Fact: The film was delayed for nearly three years due to studio financial troubles. It features a cameo by a famous horror director in a pivotal role.

Description: A horror-comedy about Nazi zombies terrorizing a group of friends, combining over-the-top gore with dark humor.

Fact: The film was shot in Norway during winter, with the cast enduring freezing temperatures. It features one of the most ridiculous zombie kill scenes ever filmed.

Description: A horror-comedy that plays with the idea of characters trapped in a slasher film, mixing emotional depth with genre satire.

Fact: The film features a unique visual effect to distinguish between the 'real world' and the 'movie world.' It was a passion project for the writers for over a decade.

Description: A horror-comedy that uses a mockumentary format to explore the lives of vampires, blending humor with supernatural elements.

Fact: The film inspired a successful TV series of the same name. It was shot in a real house that the crew had to vacate due to its haunted reputation.

Description: A horror-comedy that uses a time-loop premise to blend slasher scares with humor and character development.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a much darker, R-rated project. The iconic baby mask worn by the killer was inspired by a real-life university mascot.

Description: A darkly comedic horror film about a deadly game of hide-and-seek, mixing brutal violence with sharp satire.

Fact: The film's climax features a practical effect that required multiple takes to get right. It was inspired by classic board games and wealthy family dynasties.

Description: A unique horror-comedy that starts as a low-budget zombie film before revealing a clever, layered narrative about filmmaking.

Fact: The first 37 minutes of the film are shot in a single take. It was made on a shoestring budget but became a massive box office success in Japan.