Happy Death Day was everything I expected it not to be — it was good. Funny, action packed, and at times scary, this film was, at the very least, an entertaining watch. Less than amazing but more than tolerable, it will have you on the edge of your seat, and not just because you finished your drink too quickly and need to pee.

Featuring just the right amount of suspense, action and drama, this movie is an ideal watch for those who have trouble stomaching more intense Halloween horrors, but don’t want to miss out on the festive thrills.

Channeling a Groundhog Day-esque vibe, the film focuses on protagonist Tree (Jessica Rothe) and her attempts to solve the mystery of her own death, over and over again. Dying at least eleven times — my personal favourite being the petrol bombing of a police car — is bound to take a toll on you both mentally and physically, but our heroine copes with this in a pretty badass manner, using her unlimited lives to live her day to the full (cue naked strut across campus).

Set in an American university campus — the opening scene taking place in a college dorm room post One Night Stand —  the movie is definitely relatable. On the surface Happy Death Day appears to be just another scary movie to add to the Halloween releases, but it delves into deeper themes, such as discovering who you are as a person and who you want to become. It can of course be faulted, as most scary movies can, for example the twist at the end is both unrealistic and inconsistent with the plot. However, all in all, it is a good watch.

If you haven’t already seen Happy Death Day, I recommend catching it at the Savoy Cinema on O’Connell street. It is a ten minute walk from Trinity, and tickets are only €5 on Tuesdays as part of their student deal. If you’re based in Halls, then Rathmines Omniplex offers student deals with €6 tickets on Tuesdays as well.

Go in with no expectations, sit back, relax, and you will more than likely enjoy. Worst case scenario you’ve spent some quality time with friends and enjoyed some calorie abundant snacks.

Rating:  ●●●○○