What We Do in the Shadows - Price Prediction

Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement’s 2014 mockumentary film “What We Do in the Shadows” was already hilarious (and didn’t mind being unconventional), but the FX series of the same name from 2019 to 2024 surpassed it. This show ran for exactly as many seasons as it desired, and ended on its own accord after six seasons before things started to feel repetitive (although Seasons 5 and 6 did show a slight drop in quality). With some clever, self-aware cameos, outstanding chemistry among the cast, and a knack for explaining the bizarre, it’s a contemporary masterpiece.

To begin with, it’s essential to acknowledge Nandor’s recurring phrase, “F-cking guy.” This phrase, humorously inserted throughout the series, such as when discussing the ghost of Jesck (Jeff) with Guillermo, serves as a testament to how the smallest lines in “What We Do in the Shadows” can transform into absolutely hilarious moments.

“Coprophilia?!” — “Baron’s Night Out” (Season 1, Episode 6)

What We Do in the Shadows showed remarkable camaraderie among its cast members right from the start. This was evident even with Doug Jones’ character, The Baron, who had a brief introduction in the pilot and later got ample screen time in “Baron’s Night Out.” In essence, he shone figuratively, and then quite literally, when an open door flooded him with real light.

In ‘Baron’s Night Out,’ one of the show’s standout episodes, there are many memorable moments, but the funniest has to be when the vampires are at a bar. The Baron is upset because his name, which means The Barren due to his lack of genitals, is often used to tease him. He seeks comfort from his friends and asks if they know something new he can try now that he’s awake. In response, Laszlo suggests coprophilia (sexual arousal from excrement). Surprised, the Baron questions whether pizza is as enjoyable as coprophilia.

“Why Would You Use a Cologne?” “To Annoy You.” “Touche.” — “Citizenship” (Season 1, Episode 8)

As the group lounges in their living room, only partially paying attention to Nandor’s talk, Laszlo abruptly queries, “What’s that revolting, decaying odor? It smells like a heated snake?” Colin Robinson responds in his usual flat tone, “That could be me. I’m sporting a fresh fragrance called ‘Mr. Hijinks.'” Laszlo inquires, “Perfume or aftershave?” Colin clarifies, “It’s a blend of cologne and aftershave that I discovered in the office bathroom.

Finding it in the bathroom and wearing it was already amusing, but learning why Colin did so makes it even funnier. With a squinty-eyed gaze of genuine curiosity, Laszlo asks why on earth Colin would use cologne, to which he responds, “To get on your nerves.” Laszlo raises an eyebrow and says, “Well played.

“I Showed Her a Century’s Worth of My Pornos. That’s a Lot of Porn. I Don’t Think She Followed the Plots.” — “The Orgy” (Season 1, Episode 9)

In the gathering of four vampires, eagerly anticipating an event they hope surpasses Mike’s, Laszlo shares with his audience and his cherished Nadja, his extensive past in adult films. This revelation occurs amidst their frequent instructions to Guillermo, tasked with acquiring a group of virgins and continuous “butt machine,” a device for the orgy preparations.

Regarding Laszlo’s IMDb profile, his acting career began in 1896 with the film “A Very Randy Vampire,” where he played the title character, a particularly randy vampire. He seems quite proud of this role and his other cinematic achievements, such as one that appears distinctly ’90s and seems to be inspired by Seinfeld. In an attempt to share these memories with his wife, he retrieves a box of old films from the attic. However, she doesn’t react in the manner he had hoped for. Instead, she dismisses them as dull. Addressing the documentary crew’s camera, he suggests that perhaps she didn’t grasp the storylines.

“The Party We’re Going to Is Celebrating Superb Owl, Who Is the Greatest Owl of All Time.” — “Brain Scramblies” (Season 2, Episode 3)

Similar to how South Park excels when it centers around characters not fully grasping a simple idea, What We Do in the Shadows thrives on this concept too. Instead of four young boys struggling to discern between “erection” and “resurrection,” here we have three ancient vampires who, in their confusion, mistake “Super Bowl” for “Superb Owl.

One key aspect contributing to the episode’s timeless status is a series of humorous misunderstandings, or as I’d call them, “Brain Twists.” The vampires’ genuine eagerness to encounter an owl (spoiler: they don’t) provides numerous entertaining scenes. For example, Nandor beams at the camera, explaining his costume is for a “Superb Owl” event while Guillermo combs stray hairs from Nandor’s coat. Laszlo adds to the amusement by sharing vampire respect for owls due to their habit of not caring where they leave their droppings. But Nadja steals the show with her exaggerated tale about the significance of the party, claiming, “The party we’re going to is a tribute to Superb Owl, the greatest owl ever.” She then queries Laszlo, “Do you think we’ll be able to touch its tiny beak?” To which he responds, “It depends on his mood.

“Then What the F-ck Is Persian Frank Zappa Doing on a Horse?!” — “Colin’s Promotion” (Season 2, Episode 5)

In my critique as a movie enthusiast, “What We Do in the Shadows” didn’t feature numerous episodes heavily focused on Colin Robinson, but the episode titled “Colin’s Promotion” demonstrated the sheer hilarity that a main plot centered around Colin could deliver. The line, “It’s entirely possible that what rappers are saying is true. I mean, being boss is dope!” was an undeniable hit. However, the B-plot, revolving around a painting gathering dust in the house, was equally brilliant and deserves recognition too.

In this painting, you see the village where Nadja spent her childhood days. It’s currently ablaze, and a man with long, dark hair on horseback appears to be fleeing the scene. Colin points out this peculiar scene during his intense search for energy, as he recognizes that the man with long, dark hair is none other than Nandor. Eventually, Nadja also comes to understand this fact, and when he denies it, she exclaims with a barked yell, “Then who in the world is riding a horse looking like Persian Frank Zappa?!” Laszlo confirms it with a straightforward, “Yes, that’s him.” Comparing Nandor to a Persian version of Frank Zappa is quite accurate, and there’s only one Nadja-to-Nandor line in the series that’s even funnier.

The painting depicts the village where Nadja grew up, now on fire, with a mysterious man on horseback who has long black hair riding away. Colin highlights this strange scene due to his energy-seeking spree, as he identifies the man with long black hair as none other than Nandor. Over time, Nadja also realizes this fact, and when he denies it, she shouts, “Then who in the world is riding a horse looking like Persian Frank Zappa?!” Laszlo confirms it simply by saying, “Yes, that’s him.” Comparing Nandor to a Persian version of Frank Zappa is spot-on, and there’s only one Nadja-to-Nandor line in the series that’s funnier.

“I’ve Been Sh-t on! From a Great Height! It’s Not the First Time.” — “The Collaboration” (Season 2, Episode 8)

When Laszlo suddenly attacks what seems to be a victim, he halts his action as he hears a car pass by playing “Come on Eileen” by Dexys Midnight Runners. The potential victim explains it’s an ’80s song, to which Laszlo retorts indignantly, “Are you kidding me?” Later, back home, he orders Guillermo to search for the song on his computer. To everyone’s surprise, Laszlo, much like with his collection of adult content, shares a past as a musician, revealing to the audience that he had a flourishing career, including a song titled “Chum on Irene” – a composition supposedly written in 1852 and dedicated to the mistress of a local fishmonger named Irene.

Laszlo’s assessment of the situation is both amusing and poignant, causing many to double over in laughter. His line, “I’ve been sh-t on… from a great height! It’s not the first time,” is particularly hilarious, and the addition of the height detail adds an extra punch to his dialogue. However, what truly resonates with the audience is the understanding that when he says it wasn’t the first time, he’s implying at least one previous instance where the “sh-t on” was more figuratively literal.

“That Was Not a Joke! A Joke Has a Punchline! And You Wouldn’t Know a Punchline if It Ran Over Your Scrotum With a Penny-farthing!” — “The Portrait” (Season 3, Episode 10)

Nadja’s angry outbursts make her stand out the most. Her anger, especially when directed towards Colin Robinson, such as in Season 2’s “Witches” episode where she exclaims “Professor Pig Dick!” is quite memorable. However, even her heated arguments with Nandor, like the one seen in “Colin’s Promotion,” can be hilarious.

In the final episode of Season 3 titled “The Portrait,” Colin Robinson has passed away and the unusual family members gather for a portrait without him, following what seems to be a vampire tradition. The artist for this painting is Donal Logue, who transformed into a vampire while filming Blade. Nadja questions the hurry in completing the process, subtly referencing one of Logue’s older projects, The Tao of Steve, from the early 2000s. Nandor suspects that Nadja is hiding her emotions behind a joke, to which she retorts with an incredibly impactful line. The dialogue is skillfully written, but it’s Natasia Demetriou’s flawless delivery that makes it one of the show’s most memorable scenes.

Honorable Mention: “Yeah, I’m Not Positive What My Deal Is, Either. So, I Just Sort of Keep on Truckin’.” — “Ghosts” (Season 2, Episode 2)

In Season 2, the dialogue in “Ghosts” stands out as particularly noteworthy. For instance, Laszlo accuses Guillermo of messing with his valuable books, Nadja labels Laszlo as “Dr. Jerk,” Colin Robinson persistently tries to get someone to say, “What’s up?” or his phrase, “I apologize if my hands are greasy. It’s from my cream for a rash.

However, Colin also presents a different perspective. As the four vampires deliberate over their origins and why their former selves are manifesting as ghosts, Nandor questions how his energy-sucking roommate came into being. Interestingly, Colin admits that he too is uncertain about his situation. He lightheartedly adds, “Well, I’m not entirely sure what my case is either. So, I just keep moving forward.” Without a doubt, it’s one of the most clever uses of “keep moving forward” in comedy media to date.

2025-03-10 06:40