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My Dead Friend Zoe

  • 2024
  • R
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
3K
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POPULARITY
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Morgan Freeman, Ed Harris, Natalie Morales, and Sonequa Martin-Green in My Dead Friend Zoe (2024)
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Dark ComedyComedyDramaWar

Engaged in a mysterious relationship with her dead best friend from the Army, a female Afghanistan veteran comes head to head with her Vietnam vet grandfather at the family's ancestral lake ... Read allEngaged in a mysterious relationship with her dead best friend from the Army, a female Afghanistan veteran comes head to head with her Vietnam vet grandfather at the family's ancestral lake house.Engaged in a mysterious relationship with her dead best friend from the Army, a female Afghanistan veteran comes head to head with her Vietnam vet grandfather at the family's ancestral lake house.

  • Director
    • Kyle Hausmann-Stokes
  • Writers
    • Kyle Hausmann-Stokes
    • Cherish Chen
    • A.J. Bermudez
  • Stars
    • Sonequa Martin-Green
    • Natalie Morales
    • Ed Harris
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    3K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,929
    202
    • Director
      • Kyle Hausmann-Stokes
    • Writers
      • Kyle Hausmann-Stokes
      • Cherish Chen
      • A.J. Bermudez
    • Stars
      • Sonequa Martin-Green
      • Natalie Morales
      • Ed Harris
    • 62User reviews
    • 53Critic reviews
    • 75Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 7 wins & 3 nominations total

    Videos4

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    How 'My Dead Friend Zoe' Honors Veterans, Balances Drama and Comedy
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    My Dead Friend Zoe: A Veteran's Journey (Featurette)
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    My Dead Friend Zoe: A Veteran's Journey (Featurette)

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    Sonequa Martin-Green
    Sonequa Martin-Green
    • Merit
    Natalie Morales
    Natalie Morales
    • Zoe
    Ed Harris
    Ed Harris
    • Dale
    Morgan Freeman
    Morgan Freeman
    • Dr. Cole
    Gloria Reuben
    Gloria Reuben
    • Kris
    Utkarsh Ambudkar
    Utkarsh Ambudkar
    • Alex
    James Bane
    James Bane
    • Group Therapy Veteran
    Assia Lau'ren
    Assia Lau'ren
    • Group Therapy Veteran
    Thom Tran
    Thom Tran
    • Group Therapy Veteran
    Alicia Borja
    Alicia Borja
    • Group Therapy Veteran
    Zeke Alton
    Zeke Alton
    • Group Therapy Veteran
    Richard Milanesi
    Richard Milanesi
    • Group Therapy Veteran
    Rich Paul
    Rich Paul
    • SPC Lewis
    John-Peter Cruz
    John-Peter Cruz
    • SGT Gonzales
    Del Lewis
    Del Lewis
    • Roy Purdy
    Drew Rausch
    Drew Rausch
    • Doctor
    Kelsi Umeko
    Kelsi Umeko
    • Lawyer
    Barbara Lusch
    • Conductor
    • Director
      • Kyle Hausmann-Stokes
    • Writers
      • Kyle Hausmann-Stokes
      • Cherish Chen
      • A.J. Bermudez
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews62

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    thereelauthority

    Phenomenal

    The positive reviews and the unique general concept intrigued me enough to convince me to see "My Dead Friend Zoe." What could go wrong with a dramedy about a war veteran who sees her dead army friend? I knew nothing would go wrong, but I'm surprised it's way more complex, thought-provoking, emotionally moving, and mesmerizing.

    First, the performances were incredible. Legends Morgan Freeman and Ed Harris were almost guaranteed to deliver, but the central duo - Sonequa Martin-Green and Natalie Morales as Merit and the titular Zoe - bring outstanding work. Merit is a tragic figure attempting to move on with her life post-war, which is uprooted by the simple fact that she sees the movie's namesake. Who I expected to be a hilarious character was to an extent, but Zoe's more than just that. That said, Morales outshines Martin-Green by being incredibly entertaining.

    Next, Kyle Hausmann-Stokes does fantastic work directing- and script-wise alongside A. J. Bermudez and Cherish Chen. Their work makes the narrative much more simultaneously heartwarming and heartbreaking than it had any right to be, and it's more the latter. They didn't mess around in developing the seemingly silly premise into a strong piece that covers topics like PTSD. Even Zoe's inclusion and ensuing backstory are more shocking than I ever anticipated. I can't spoil it, as not knowing it beforehand will enhance the gut punch hinted at throughout the film.

    Though it inarguably is a dramedy, it's more of a drama than a comedy. Admittedly, there are many solid jokes, mainly from Zoe, but the drama makes this movie what it is. Completely leaning into the comedic qualities would've lessened its overall impact.

    Finally, the 1-hour and 43-minute runtime never wastes or bores. Every moment enriches the already rich narrative and its effect on others, which I appreciate immensely.

    "My Dead Friend Zoe" should've made the Top 10 during its opening weekend because it deserved it. It's worthy of your attention for its uniqueness alone, but its unanticipated direction will grip you.

    Technically, the acting, directing, and screenplay make for a 10/10 technical score.

    For the enjoyment score, I loved it! It's far from an easy watch, but it's worth it for its authentic heart and earnest depiction of PTSD. As a bonus, Sonequa Martin-Green and Natalie Morales are so exceptional as Merit and Zoe that they make this a must-watch alone. For those reasons, "My Dead Friend Zoe" gets a 10/10 enjoyment score! Please check this gem out in theaters!
    6tylerstro

    Good, but not great.

    While I can understand why some might have a real connection to this movie and rate it a 10 for that reason (ie you served in the military (thank you for your service), lost someone close to you, or had to deal with putting an elderly family member in an assisted living home against their will), this movie isn't an Oscar worthy film. At the same time it isn't a "1" , worth walking out on, not by a long shot.

    Like many I saw this movie as it was playing as the Screen Unseen, Monday movie of the week (love this idea by the way). The script is ok, not terribly deep or thought provoking. There are some cute, funny moments scattered about, but not sure I'd put this in the dark comedy category.

    Morgan Freeman isn't used very effectively as some scenes cried out for more interaction between him and the lead character. Without that character depth, anyone could have played that role as meaningfully as he did, which wasn't very.

    The ending could have used a little more fleshing out of some details to really deliver. It wasn't bad, and it gets its point across just fine. But overall that's what this movie is, it's just there and it's just fine. That's not a terrible thing, but it's not an amazing thing either.

    That said, I am glad I saw it and I enjoyed it.
    7skylerkennethkidd

    PTSD

    I had an idea on what the story was about, but it threw a couple curve balls at me. The fight at home is sometimes worse than the fight in the war. We had an epidemic, and I'm happy to hear that it's been finally slowing down a bit since 2019. My heart goes to all those who are effected, no matter at what level. I hope better programs are put into place going forward. We shouldn't be sending them out, just to bring them back and let them suffer alone. We have a duty to them, as they served a duty to all of us. I think that's one thing a lot of us can unite on. Truly a great story with a powerful message. The movie can be a little slow at times, so that's where my 7 comes in, but its still one I'd tell the right people to go and see.

    Saw at AMC on 3-5-2025 with Nicole.
    6keikoyoshikawa

    More Drama, Less Comedy

    Throughout this movie I felt there was something missing or wrong with the entire premise or story line.

    After some time thinking things over and re-watching the movie, I think I know what it is: It really shouldn't be a comedy.

    The subject matter is important and I think it would have been much more effective had the movie been entirely dramatic.

    The story of a multi-generational military family - having made sacrifices for the country at great personal cost - should be told with more seriousness.

    I do understand the artistic choice to use an imaginary dead friend as a story device. But I think it could have been done well even without the comedy.

    Still, the acting was very good. And I'm glad Sonequa Martin-Green got to be lead in a movie that has nothing to do with Star Trek.
    8yoyoraso

    Not what I expected

    Yes it is a movie about veterans but it is not just about that, for me till the first half it was like omg not this same old story again specially I was watching the movie in a film festival but secondly half movie started to reveal more details and it was ooohhh thats different and nice, director made an amazing job you will feel his touches in a lot of things. Big shout out for Natalie Morales amazing acting, I loved every scene she was in. I would have loved if the movie main characters was males just because of the stereotype of men should be strong and control feelings bla bla bla which lead eventually men not revealing there emotions, but director had a fair point of why main characters were women.

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    • Trivia
      Lake scenes & accompanying cabin are filmed at Deardorff Reservoir in Molalla, Oregon
    • Quotes

      Dale: Never thought I'd see the day when a man can't go for a walk on his own property.

    • Connections
      Features M.A.S.H. (1972)
    • Soundtracks
      Umbrella
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    • Release date
      • February 28, 2025 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Zoe, mi amiga muerta
    • Production companies
      • Legion M
      • Radiant Media Studios
      • ReCre8 Entertainment
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,250,703
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $740,088
      • Mar 2, 2025
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,265,163
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 43 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39:1

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