Slay

"Slay," a film drenched in Drag queerness, where vibrant characters strut across the screen in a mashup of genres: part Western, part vampire flick. Set in a single location, it cleverly maneuvers its budget constraints to uproarious effect. I haven't chuckled like this in ages.

It's a high-wire act of a movie, teetering on the edge of failure, yet somehow, it triumphs. Seamlessly blending its comedic concept, "Slay" soars. In an era where crafting broad, crowd-pleasing comedies is a challenge, this one boldly declares its presence, inviting audiences to join in the fun. But amidst the laughter, there's depth and consequence, adding layers of joy to the experience.

I'm not the first to say this is "Too Wong Foo..." meets "From Dusk Til Dawn", nor will I be the last, I'm sure. But if you're looking for the elevator pitch, that's essentially what this glorious horror comedy is.

I have watched A LOT of mediocre comedy with Drag Race alums, but this isn't one of them. "Slay" knows exactly what type of camp comedy/horror it wants to be and it embodies that PERFECTLY. And Director/Writer Jem Garrard does a wonderful job getting good performances out of Trinity the Tuck, Heidi N Closet, Cara Melle, and Crystal Methyd. Sure, there are a few clunky line deliveries here and there, but they're forgivable when everything else is so delightful.

I wish i could give this 9.5 stars. In my opinion, 10 is reserved for your absolute favorites, and while i will definitely watch this again, its not quite there.

Excellent acting, a plot that was hammy but not stupid, decent action and mostly practical effects.

I really don't have much to complain about (which is not what I expected from a Tubi original). There were a couple blood after effects that looked pretty bad, and a few plot points that were pretty obvious, but they were very minor.

Had a good soundtrack too. Very appropriate for a drag show mixed with vampire horror.

Watch it for free on Tubi.

Slay is a campy horror-comedy that is sure to become a cult classic. With its over-the-top performances, hilarious dialogue, and impressive vampire effects, Slay is a must-see for fans of the genre.

The film follows a group of drag queens who booked the wrong gig!!, But don't let it stand in their way of slaying the stage, their fun is cut short when they are attacked by a group of vampires. The friends must band together to fight for their lives, using whatever weapons they can fight with.

The cast of Slay is uniformly excellent. The girls give over-the-top performances that are both hilarious and endearing. Crystal Method is particularly standout.

The film's dialogue is also very funny. The characters are constantly making sarcastic remarks and witty observations, which keeps the audience laughing throughout the film.

The vampire effects in Slay are also very impressive. The vampires are a throw back to the buffy years.

Overall, Slay is a campy horror-comedy that is sure to please fans of the genre. With its great performances, hilarious dialogue, and impressive vampire effects, Slay is a must-see for anyone looking for a good laugh.

Was it perfect? Oh no. But then I wasn't expecting perfection. I enjoyed the performances of Trinity the Tuck, Heidi N Closet and Crystal Methyd particularly. I was pleasantly surprised by Crystal as I did not care for her much when she was on Drag Race. Cara Melle was a bit of a disappointment. She didn't embrace the absurdity as much as the other queens did with their characters. The supporting cast surprised me with their commitment to their characters. I laughed, yelled out "Ewwwww!" frequently, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. I could go all academic and do a high-falutin' critique, but why do that when I had so much fun watching. It's a silly bloody dragfest of a film and absolutely worth giving a go. Heidi N Closet and Crystal Methyd's performances alone are so absolutely OTT and, to use a RuPaul-ism, "STUPID!" that your will not be wasting your time.