Pretty Dead Girl may be about a man who falls in love with corpses, but it's not exactly what one might think when first hearing the plot...well, at least it's not a creepy film(except for the fact he's in love with dead women). This musical(yes, I said musical) black comedy romance is definitely a must see; though I was, like many apparently, disappointed at it only being a 22 minute film. Upon watching the film it makes one question, Is Love Alive? With musical star Christian Campbell starring as Mortie, our twisted morgue attendant, and Christina Souza as Viola, the woman in love with him, see the movie and determine for yourself.

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The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

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The short form refers to creative works characterized by their brevity and concise storytelling. Unlike full-length feature films, short films have a running time of less than 45 minutes, while TV shorts have a running time of less than 22 minutes.

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In this twisted musical comedy, Mortie falls in love with the corpses who come through his morgue until a vulnerable nurse teaches him to love a woman who is alive.

Christian Campbell and Christina Souza in Pretty Dead Girl (2004)

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