RAT! 2024
Neal Suresh Mulani's frenetic horror-comedy *RAT! (2024)* delivers a razor-sharp critique of fandom gone toxic when a scathing music journalist calls out a pop icon for alleged queerbaiting.
Director: Neal Suresh Mulani
Cast
Caitlin Reilly
Margaux
Manny Spero
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Neal Suresh Mulani
Navin Miller
Shannon Sheridan
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Tyler Joseph Ellis
The Twink
Charles Gould
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Coleen Tutton
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Jack Dailey Barnes
Royce Ellis
Jacob Berger
Wally Max
Simran Malik
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is RAT! (2024) about?
*RAT!* follows a music journalist whose public accusation of queerbaiting against a pop star sparks a violent fan uprising. The target of the accusations hides in a remote cabin, but his most devoted followers—now acting as a vengeful horde—track him down to exact brutal retribution. The film explores the toxic underbelly of celebrity obsession and the extremes to which fans will go.
Who directed RAT!?
The film was directed by Neal Suresh Mulani, who brings a fresh, subversive energy to horror-comedy with his sharp social commentary and energetic pacing.
Who stars in RAT!?
The ensemble cast includes Caitlin Reilly, Manny Spero, Neal Suresh Mulani, Shannon Sheridan, Tyler Joseph Ellis, and Charles Gould, each bringing intensity to their roles in this chaotic thriller.
Is RAT! (2024) worth watching?
While short at just 16 minutes, *RAT!* packs a punch with its genre-blending horror-comedy approach and timely themes. Fans of dark humor and visceral thrills will likely find it entertaining, though its brevity and unrated status may limit its broader appeal.
How long is RAT!?
The runtime for *RAT!* is 16 minutes.
About RAT! (2024) — A Horror-Comedy That Picks Apart Fandom's Darkest Side
Neal Suresh Mulani's frenetic horror-comedy *RAT! (2024)* delivers a razor-sharp critique of fandom gone toxic when a scathing music journalist calls out a pop icon for alleged queerbaiting. The singer retreats to an isolated cabin, only to find his most devoted followers—now transformed into a vengeful mob—storming the premises in a bloodthirsty quest for payback. As chaos erupts, the clash between celebrity culture and unchecked fanaticism spirals into a darkly comedic nightmare where no one is safe.
Mulani blends biting satire with splatterpunk intensity, crafting a micro-budget thriller that packs a punch in under 20 minutes. With Caitlin Reilly leading a cast of rising talents, *RAT!* balances campy gore with sharp social commentary, making it a standout in the horror-comedy genre. Expect a ride that's equal parts hilarious and unsettling, wrapped in a cautionary tale about the dangers of idol worship.
