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Yoga Hosers with Bonus Featurette

Where to Watch Yoga Hosers with Bonus Featurette

PG-13
2016

Yoga Hosers is a quirky ensemble of comedy, action, supernatural horror, and teen movie aesthetics that pierce the veil of typical Hollywood high school tales. The movie features an eccentric mix of characters that forms an engrossing world of comic adventure.

The lead stars of this unique cinematic escapade are Lily-Rose Depp (the daughter of acclaimed actor Johnny Depp) and Harley Quinn Smith (the daughter of renowned filmmaker Kevin Smith), who step into the shoes of two sophomores in high school, Colleen Collette and Colleen McKenzie. Dressed as their yoga-inspired alter-egos, these two teen protagonists are shown as best friends and part-time workers at a Canadian convenience store. Their schedule is well-balanced between high school, their after-school job, hanging out, and diligently remaining invested in yoga, hence unapologetically earning the movie's title, "Yoga Hosers."

It is not just a slice of ordinary teen life though, as the movie unravels an unanticipated turn of events fueled by ancient evil. From their usual high school banalities, the two Colleens are flung into a world that demands more than just balancing an "Eh" to "Zed" life. The film majors around a bizarre mystery, underlined by humorous supernatural horror, injecting unpredictable fun that keeps the audience hooked.

The director, Kevin Smith, set out on blending genres never coalesced before. Invoking amusement and chills, the movie endeavours to redefine the boundaries and expectations of a light-hearted horror show. It is a unique blend of teen angst, paranormal anomalies, and comedic unveilings that are largely absurd and indisputably enjoyable. Plus, the Smith-Depp duos, both off-screen and on-screen, enhances the interest and add an element of novelty to the storyline.

Johnny Depp, known for his evocative roles, takes yet another intriguing role as a character named Guy Lapointe. Depp appears in a form as unexpected as his costumes, remarkably contributing to the movie's outlandish experience. He lends a hand (and an eye) towards resolving the chilling mystery at hand and boosts the thrill element.

The movie is set against the backdrop of the "Great White North," which does not stay very tranquil for long for the characters within. As their quiet town of Winnipeg, Manitoba slowly turns into a shooting rink bustling with 'Bratzis’ (Nazi Bratwursts), it evokes curiosity on how these Yoga-lovers will keep their calm.

Despite the girls' brush-up with death and the grotesque, the teen colloquialisms make a lasting imprint with their distinctive lingo and common phrases like, "Sorry aboot that," or “Namaste.” As a result, the dialogue becomes comically charming and delivers its own dose of entertainment throughout the movie. Their vibrant and casual high school character portraits are highlights that complement the unexpected ventures they are spun into.

The music and the mystic undertones contrasting the plot's simplicity add a layer of creativity to the movie. The soundtrack ranges from cover songs of nostalgic eras to modern pop, enhancing the movie's ambiance and effectively setting up the scenes. Comedic monologues, uncanny scenarios, mythical undertones, and a touch of jazzy tunes paint the movie with an irreplaceable witty charm and artistry.

The "Yoga Hosers" unfurls into an amusingly eerie tale with bizarre twists, comic highs, and a burgeoning horror mystery that keep the viewers engaged and intrigued. One could say it’s a weirdly funny ride into an unexpected abyss where words like absurd and strange are peppered throughout the story but in ways more amusing than one could anticipate.

A highlight of the movie release is its bonus featurette providing an insightful view into the movie's creation and developmental process. Interviews and behind-the-scene peeks are provided, including glimpses of the stars' preparations, director's visions, and the cast's musings on their roles. The featurette adds a deeper layer of context, both artistically and personally. It shares the teamwork and shared vision that wraps up the wild and humorous cinematic world that makes up Yoga Hosers.

In its dazzlingly audacious narrative style, Yoga Hosers takes the spectators on an unexpected hilarious joyride through an 'un-ordinary' high school life seen through the eyes of two yoga-loving youngsters. With its nerve-ticking chills, guffawing comedy, and the 'beyond-norm' storyline, Yoga Hosers promptly holds the viewers' attention and leaves them pondering and laughing, which in itself a unique comic-horror movie charm.

Yoga Hosers with Bonus Featurette is a Action & Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Subscriber Picks movie released in 2016. It has a runtime of 95.

Director
Kevin Smith
Stars
Lily-Rose Depp, Harley Quinn Smith, Kevin Smith, Johnny Depp
Genres
Also starring Lily-Rose Depp