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Dying of Laughter 1957

Status
Released
Runtime
75 minutes
Director
Adolfo Fernández Bustamante
Network
Producciones Sotomayor
★ TMDB users: 5.4/10 HorrorComedy Released
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What is Dying of Laughter?

Dying of Laughter is a 1957 horror-comedy film released in Mexico. The story follows a carnival worker who is recruited by the police to impersonate an elderly woman to protect her from relatives who intend to kill her.

Type
Film
Year
1957
Status
Released
Runtime
75 minutes
Release date
Jul 18, 1957
Studios
Producciones Sotomayor
Genres
Horror, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.4/10
Episode runtime
~75 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Producciones Sotomayor

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Dying of Laughter is a 1957 horror-comedy film released in Mexico. The story follows a carnival worker who is recruited by the police to impersonate an elderly woman to protect her from relatives who intend to kill her.

The film blends elements of comedy and horror within a seventy-five minute runtime. It centers on a plot of deception and police intervention to prevent a familial crime.

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Should you watch it?

“A carnival worker is hired by police to impersonate an elderly woman targeted by her relatives.”

Reasons to watch
  • Unique premise involving a police-led impersonation
  • Blend of horror and comedy genres
  • Compact runtime of one hour and fifteen minutes
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  • The plot focuses on a dark theme of relatives attempting to kill an old lady

Watch it if you enjoy genre-blending films involving disguise and deception.

This horror-comedy features a plot centered on attempted murder and deception.

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Is this movie worth watching?

Viewers interested in 1957 horror-comedies featuring an impersonation plot may find it appealing.

What is the duration of the film?

The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 15 minutes.

What is the central plot of the movie?

A carnival worker impersonates an old lady to foil her relatives' plans to kill her.

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