
Jorma Taccone, known for his work on comedies like MacGruber and Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, directs Over Your Dead Body. The film, written by Nick Kocher and Brian McElhaney, jumps around in time to explain its plot, but surprisingly, its heart lies in the depiction of a troubled marriage. The movie skillfully shows the passive-aggressive dynamic between Dan and Lisa, highlighting how they argue over small, insignificant things – a misplaced sweater, dinner choices, or how long Lisa takes in the bath. Jason Segel plays Dan with his signature awkwardness – he’s physically imposing yet seems easily flustered – which contrasts well with the sharp, intense energy of Amanda Weaving as Lisa. For a while, the director and actors expertly balance comedy with sadness, making even the smallest marital squabbles feel surprisingly painful.