Chronicles of the Cursed Codex
- Tagline
- Some treasures should never be unearthed.
- Description
- In the mockumentary 'Chronicles of the Cursed Codex', we follow the hilarious misadventures of a brash treasure hunter, played by Sally Fries, as she uncovers an ancient Nordic artifact in the pre-colonial wilderness. Teaming up with a cluelessly pompous archeologist, portrayed by Fred Pastaire, and a stoic warrior spirit, played with deadpan humor by Jerky Irons, they must navigate a tech-driven dystopia that sprouted from the realms of magic and myth. Directed by the visionary Kathryn Bigeowl, this film blends laughter with a chilling truth: when it comes to treasure, sometimes the real curse is the journey itself.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 9.50
- ReleaseDate
- 10/27/2022
- Genre
- Mockumentary
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
With 'Chronicles of the Cursed Codex', director Kathryn Bigeowl takes audiences on a rollicking ride that is equal parts hilarity and horror. Sally Fries digs into her role with the fervor of a pirate unearthing buried booty, delivering laughs as easily as she dodges ancient curses. Fred Pastaire embodies the very essence of a pompous academic, hilariously oblivious to the anachronistic jungle surrounding him. And then there's Jerky Irons, whose portrayal of the stoic warrior spirit is so deadpan, it could be used to serve appetizers at a comedy club. Bigeowl's film is a treasure itself, though rated R for its ability to splice risqué humor with the occasional fright. It's a mockumentary that mockingly documents the folly of mixing old-world magic with new-world tech, serving as a cautionary tale that warns us: 'All that glitters is not gold, and all that is coded is not wise.' With its witty script and a narrative that's as twisted as it is tech-savvy, 'Chronicles of the Cursed Codex' shows that some treasures indeed should never be unearthed, but some films should never be missed.