Severance

Severance is a comedic horror movie that was released in 2006. Directed by Christopher Smith, the movie stars Danny Dyer, Laura Harris, and Tim McInnerny. It centers around a group of co-workers who go on a team-building retreat to a remote location in Europe. However, things take a turn for the worse when they encounter a group of ruthless killers.

The movie starts off as a typical workplace comedy, with the main character, David (played by Danny Dyer), being a salesman at a weapons manufacturing company. He and his colleagues are preparing for a trip to Hungary for a team-building retreat. Most of the other characters are your typical office types, including the uptight HR manager, the flirtatious saleswoman, the nerdy IT guy, and the clueless temp.

Once they arrive at their destination, they are greeted by their host, a creepy German man named Richard (played by Tim McInnerny). Despite his odd behavior, the team tries to make the best of their retreat by participating in various team-building activities. However, things take a dark turn when they go on a hiking trip and stumble upon a landmine. After narrowly avoiding the explosion, they realize that they are lost in the woods and in the middle of a warzone.

As they attempt to navigate their way back to civilization, the group is attacked by a group of masked assailants who seem to be hunting them down. The rest of the movie follows their fight for survival as they try to escape the killers and uncover the secrets of their host, Richard.

The movie is a mix of horror, comedy, and satire. It pokes fun at both office culture and horror movie tropes. The characters are all archetypes, but are given enough personality to make them likable and relatable. Danny Dyer's performance as David is particularly noteworthy, as he brings a certain charm to the role that makes him stand out from the rest of the cast.

One of the highlights of the movie is its use of gore and violence. While it's not as gruesome as some other horror movies, the kills are creative and satisfying. The absurdity of some of the situations, such as a character getting trapped in a bear trap while trying to run away, adds to the dark humor of the movie.

Despite its comedic elements, Severance is still a horror movie at its core. The tension is palpable as the characters are stalked by the killers, and there are some genuinely scary moments throughout. The third act of the movie takes a particularly dark turn, as the true motives of the killers are revealed.

Overall, Severance is an enjoyable horror-comedy that balances its different genres well. While it's not particularly groundbreaking or original, it's a fun ride that's worth taking. The performances are solid, the kills are satisfying, and the humor keeps the movie from feeling too bleak. If you're a fan of horror movies or workplace comedies, Severance is definitely worth checking out.