“Krazy House” is a dark comedy from the Netherlands that creatively blends elements of a sitcom with horror, resulting in a unique cinematic experience. Directed by the Dutch duo Steffen Haars and Flip van der Kuil, the film is set in the 1990s and features Bernie, a religious homemaker, played by Nick Frost. The story takes an unexpected turn when Bernie discovers that the workers renovating his house are actually Russian criminals searching for hidden loot, leading to a series of chaotic and comedic events.
The film boasts a cast that includes Alicia Silverstone and Kevin Connolly, alongside notable Dutch actors such as Gaite Jansen and Jan Bijvoet. “Krazy House” challenges traditional genre boundaries by incorporating sitcom-style humor into a setting fraught with criminal antics and escalating tension.
Critically, “Krazy House” has received mixed reviews, with some praising its audacious approach and others finding it a bit too eccentric. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, indicating its appeal to an international audience looking for something out of the ordinary in the horror-comedy genre.
“Krazy House” is set for a theatrical release in the Netherlands and has been picked up for North American distribution by XYZ Films, promising a wider audience the chance to experience its unique blend of horror, comedy, and satirical takes on traditional family dynamics​.
