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When a struggling comedian agrees to be a test subject for a groundbreaking teleportation device that ‘enhances’ its cargo, he thinks he’s found the ultimate shortcut to stardom. But as the machine warps his very essence, the transformation he undergoes is far more sinister than any punchline. His friends and audience soon realize that the laughter he now provokes is born of pure terror, and the price of his improvement may be his humanity. A chilling blend of sci-fi and body horror, ‘Standards of Living’ explores the dark side of ambition in a story that will leave you questioning what truly makes us who we are.
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When a struggling comedian agrees to be a test subject for a groundbreaking teleportation device that 'enhances' its cargo, he thinks he's found the ultimate shortcut to stardom. But as the machine warps his very essence, the transformation he undergoes is far more sinister than...
When was Standards of Living released?
Standards of Living was released in 2012.
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User Reviews
MidnightSlasher – 8/10
“I wasn't expecting much going in, but this one really got under my skin. The concept is original and the slow burn of the comedian's transformation kept me on edge. The creepy laughs he starts making? Genuinely unsettling. Definitely a hidden gem for fans of twisted sci-fi.”
GoreHound88 – 5/10
“The idea is cool, but the execution felt a bit muddled. It's not as gory as I hoped, and the pacing dragged in the middle. Still, the lead actor did a good job showing the gradual change, and the ending left me thinking. Just not quite my cup of tea.”
PhantomZone – 7/10
“For a low-budget indie, this is a solid attempt at mind-bending horror. I loved the atmosphere—it's got this eerie, off-kilter vibe that fits the story perfectly. The humor turning into something dark and wrong was a great touch. It's not perfect, but it definitely deserves more attention.”
ChillsAndThrills – 6/10
“I saw this at a film festival and it had some really effective moments of dread. The premise is fresh and the acting is decent, but I felt the script could have gone deeper into the psychological impact. It's a decent watch for horror buffs, but maybe not one I'd rush to see again.”
