Michael Kennedy (screenwriter)
Michael Kennedy | |
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| Born | Michael T. Kennedy August 30, 1980 |
| Occupations | Screenwriter and Producer |
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Michael Kennedy is an American screenwriter. He is known for his collaborations with Christopher Landon, including the slasher films Freaky (2020),[2][3] It's a Wonderful Knife (2023),[4][5] Time Cut (2024), and Heart Eyes (2025).[6][7]
He is recognized for writing high concept slashers that blend horror and comedy. His work is often associated with gay horror.[8][9][10][11]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Writer | Producer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Freaky | Yes | No | |
| 2023 | It's a Wonderful Knife | Yes | Yes | Nomination 35th GLAAD Media Awards, Outstanding Film |
| 2024 | Time Cut | Yes | No | Story & Screenplay |
| 2025 | Heart Eyes | Yes | Executive Producer | |
| 2027 | Heart Eyes 2 | Yes | Executive Producer | Story, Based on Characters Created by |
References
- ↑ Joey Morona, cleveland com (November 11, 2020). "Cleveland screenwriter talks Freaky, his body-switching horror movie starring Vince Vaughn". cleveland.com. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ↑ "What's So Freaky About Cleveland Screenwriter Michael Kennedy?". Midwest Movie Maker. November 11, 2020. Retrieved February 11, 2020.
- ↑ "Freaky Writer Michael Kennedy Tells Us How to Balance Horror and Comedy". NoFilmSchool. October 29, 2021. Retrieved February 11, 2022.
- ↑ White, James (April 27, 2023). "Freaky Writer's Next Slasher Mash-Up Is It's A Wonderful Knife". Empire. Retrieved October 7, 2023.
- ↑ Squires, John (April 27, 2023). "'It's a Wonderful Knife' – A Christmas Slasher from Freaky Writer and 'Tragedy Girls' Director!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved October 7, 2023.
- ↑ Squires, John (September 18, 2024). "Valentine's Day Slasher Movie 'Heart Eyes' Coming to Theaters in February 2025". Bloody Disgusting. Archived from the original on September 18, 2024. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (September 18, 2024). "Sony Has 'Heart Eyes', Sets Winter 2025 Release For Spyglass Horror Rom-Com". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on September 18, 2024. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
- ↑ Shulman, Randy (November 11, 2023). "'It's a Wonderful Knife' is the Gay Holiday Slasher Movie You Need". Metro Weekly. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ↑ Yee, Lawrence (November 14, 2023). "'It's a Wonderful Knife' Writer & Director on Making a 'Pretty Queer' Slasher". TheWrap. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ↑ "Screenwriter Michael Kennedy Talks Inspiration and Queer Representation in His Latest Film". The Pride LA. November 8, 2023. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ↑ Jordan, Waylon (June 13, 2019). "Horror Pride Month: Attack of the Queerwolf Podcast". iHorror. Retrieved December 17, 2023.