Death of a Unicorn is a uniquely offbeat comedy horror that follows a father and daughter who accidentally injure a unicorn and trigger a bizarre chain of events involving billionaire exploitation, ancient myth, and interspecies revenge. Directed by Alex Scharfman in his feature debut, the film is part family drama, part creature feature, and part satire. With its surreal premise and creative visual flourishes, it takes risks few mainstream films attempt, offering something both genuinely strange and strangely sincere.
Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega carry the story with grounded performances that contrast effectively against the absurdity of the plot. The supporting cast, including Will Poulter and Richard E. Grant, lean into the satirical tone with flair. Though the film suffers slightly from genre indecision and inconsistent CGI, its originality and inventive use of unicorn lore make it stand out in a crowded genre landscape. It's a wild mix of magic, menace and moral reckoning.
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