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Chaos Unleashed: Aster's 'Death of a Unicorn' Debuts

3/24/2025

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Ari Aster's latest film, "Death of a Unicorn," hits theaters this weekend, featuring Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega. This dark comedy unfolds as a father and daughter unwittingly slay a unicorn, spiraling into unexpected chaos. While critics praise its imaginative concept, opinions on its execution remain divided, leaving audiences curious about this whimsical tale.

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Ari Aster's latest film, "Death of a Unicorn," hits theaters this weekend, featuring Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega. This dark comedy unfolds as a father and daughter unwittingly slay a unicorn, spiraling into unexpected chaos. While critics praise its imaginative concept, opinions on its execution remain divided, leaving audiences curious about this whimsical tale.