
Something terrible is definitely happening in the a peaceful suburban community as, day by day, former caring parents mysteriously turn into ravenous carriers of an unfathomable pandemic that targets their offspring. Suddenly, like every son and daughter in the entire nation, teenage Carly and Josh Ryan must run for their lives, as the rage-filled murderous intent is as unstoppable as it is inexplicable. Before long, the Ryans' usual simmering familial tensions take on a comp... (Full plot summary below)
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Something terrible is definitely happening in the a peaceful suburban community as, day by day, former caring parents mysteriously turn into ravenous carriers of an unfathomable pandemic that targets their offspring. Suddenly, like every son and daughter in the entire nation, teenage Carly and Josh Ryan must run for their lives, as the rage-filled murderous intent is as unstoppable as it is inexplicable. Before long, the Ryans' usual simmering familial tensions take on a completely different meaning. Kids, stop hiding. Mom and Dad love you so much.
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| VarietyDennis HarveyThough sure to be distasteful for some viewers even to ponder, this giddy exercise transcends mere bad-taste humor to become one of the great jet-black comedies about suburbia. |
| Toronto StarBruce DemaraIt's a madly satisfying mélange of suspense and comedy, though perhaps not recommended for family viewing. |
| AV ClubA.A. DowdIf it doesn’t entirely exploit the potency of its metaphor, there’s still a certain grim fun in seeing Taylor give “family feud” an outrageous new meaning. |
| New York TimesGlenn KennyMr. Taylor offers up nothing but glitchy editing and bad vibes. |
| Big Apple ReviewsHarvey S. KartenMakes fun of parents' murdering their children. A flop that lacks even entertainment value. |
| Columbus UndergroundHope MaddenTaylor's frantic pace and hiccupping camera mirror Cage's lunatic energy, and clever writing toys with our expectations while delivering a surprisingly transgressive film. |
| El Pais (Spain)Jordi CostaNicolas Cage is a seductive singularity: while consensual taste considers him one of the worst active actors, his fans create fanzines to their greatest glory. [Full Review in Spanish] |
| Chicago Sun-TimesRichard RoeperIt’s a funky, violent, nasty exploitation film, highlighted by a performance of operatic madness by the one and only Nicolas Cage. |
| Film InquiryKristy StrouseFor the most part, Mom and Dad isn't here to provide answers but to shock and awe - effectively doing so. |
| RogerEbert.comSimon AbramsWhat Taylor and his game cast, led by Selma Blair and Nicolas Cage, do get right will leave you excited, and eager for more. |