Slotherhouse (2023) is a dark horror-comedy that takes an unexpected approach to the creature feature genre, combining slasher thrills with humor and a rather unusual villain—a killer sloth. Directed by Matthew Goodhue, the film follows Emily (played by Lisa Ambalavanar), a college student determined to make her mark on campus by winning her sorority’s presidency. In an effort to stand out, she adopts an adorable sloth named Alpha as the new sorority mascot. However, things take a twisted turn as Alpha reveals a deadly, sinister side, picking off sorority sisters one by one in increasingly bizarre and hilarious ways.

The film plays on the absurdity of its premise, juxtaposing the notoriously slow, innocent nature of sloths with the gore and tension of a slasher movie. As the bodies pile up, Emily and her friends must try to outsmart their surprisingly lethal pet before it’s too late. Slotherhouse leans into campy, over-the-top horror with self-aware humor, making it a unique viewing experience that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

With a mix of suspense, laughs, and a heavy dose of the bizarre, Slotherhouse has found a niche audience among horror fans who enjoy horror-comedies with a satirical twist. It’s a lighthearted, oddball entry in the creature horror genre, perfect for viewers looking for an entertaining and completely unexpected thrill.