A woman can be more dangerous than a man. Vince is heartbroken; his relationship has ended. His male friends decide to take him away for a weekend of fun in the countryside. However, the village of Moodley has been overrun, with its female population transformed into an army of flesh-eating "zombirds." There’s no question that *Doghouse* will sharply divide horror/comedy fans; it's likely to dissect their opinions and keep doing so for some time. It’s already faced criticism for being misogynistic, a poor imitation of the British genre classic *Shaun Of The Dead*, and, surprisingly, a waste of British talent. I suspect that my own statement has probably already provoked negative reactions from several internet users before they even finish reading this review. Such is life, but if you’ve stuck with me so far, thank you for your time. *Doghouse* stands out as one of the most self-aware and satirical British comedies about male bonding in recent years, possibly ever. About fifteen minutes into the film, after we've been introduced to the group of "lads" and their partners {including a gay character}, a phone rings. The ringtone is the iconic “Match Of The Day” theme song, and the men instinctively reach for their phones, wondering if it’s theirs. From that point on, the tone of *Doghouse* is firmly established. The film then moves into a battle of the sexes, featuring witty observations as the "heroes" confront female stereotypes brought to life as zombies: a hairdresser, a dentist, a schoolgirl, a goth girl, a bride, an equestrian, and even a lollipop lady. The writing by Dan Schaffer is sharp and self-critical, as the “lads” shift between cowardly scaredy-cats and sexually confident action heroes. Honestly, and I say this as a British male, some of the dialogue here is as cutting as the sexy zombie hairdresser’s scissors. Oh yes, there's plenty of gore for those who enjoy it; certain scenes are horror delights, often accompanied by a quip or a tongue-in-cheek reference, but with genuinely impressive displays of bloodletting. The cast includes Stephen Graham, Noel Clarke, and Danny Dyer. It’s interesting to note the irony that all three actors recently starred in “blokey” hooligan films. Dyer delivers his usual Cockney persona, which will likely irritate some viewers, but he's undeniably good at it. Graham and Clarke are both British talents; their abilities shine through, and it's great to see them enjoying themselves so much. Lee Ingleby’s supporting role as a horror comic/ *Evil Dead* fan is also genuinely amusing. Director Jake West has made significant progress with this film, solidifying his place among British genre directors like Paul Andrew Williams and Christopher Smith. Comparing *Doghouse* to *Shaun Of The Dead* is misguided; that film is an exceptional parody of the genre, a highlight within its own sub-genre. This is a different kind of film—one that satirizes the genre through a focused narrative examining a culture ripe for humorous scrutiny. I’m happy to watch this with my female friends because they will appreciate its pointedness. Plus, any movie featuring Space's wonderful song "The Female Of The Species" deserves at least one viewing. 8/10

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