Scary Movie

Main Plot

"Scary Movie," directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, is a comedic parody that satirizes popular horror films. The plot revolves around a group of teenagers who accidentally kill a man and dispose of his body. A year later, they find themselves being stalked by a mysterious killer. As they try to uncover the identity of the murderer, the film humorously references and mocks various iconic scenes and tropes from well-known horror movies. The teenagers' attempts to survive and solve the mystery lead to a series of exaggerated and absurd situations, blending slapstick humor with horror elements. The film ultimately serves as a playful critique of the horror genre, highlighting its clichés and conventions through over-the-top comedy.

Characters

• Anna Faris plays Cindy Campbell, a high school student who becomes the central character trying to survive and uncover the mystery behind a series of murders.
• Jon Abrahams plays Bobby Prinze, Cindy Campbell's boyfriend, who is initially suspected of being the killer but is later revealed to be part of a prank.
• Marlon Wayans plays Shorty Meeks, a stoner who provides comic relief and inadvertently helps uncover the killer's identity in the horror-comedy parody.

Ending Explained

In the conclusion of "Scary Movie," directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, the film reaches its climax with a series of revelations and parodies of popular horror films. Cindy Campbell, the protagonist, discovers that her boyfriend Bobby and his friend Ray are behind the murders, intending to frame her father. However, it is revealed that they are not the only killers. Doofy, the seemingly slow-witted police officer, is unmasked as the true mastermind behind the killings, parodying the twist from "The Usual Suspects." After faking his own death, Doofy escapes, shedding his disguise and walking away with Gail Hailstorm, a news reporter. The film ends with Cindy being hit by a car, a nod to the ending of "I Know What You Did Last Summer." The conclusion ties together the film's numerous horror parodies and comedic elements, leaving the audience with a blend of surprise and humor as the true villain is revealed and escapes unpunished.