Is it as gory as a typical slasher?

Yes, it doesn't shy away from the blood. While it has comedic beats, the kills are central to the plot and can be quite graphic. It's not 'torture porn,' but it's definitely a slasher.

Is there a lot of sexual content?

The killer targets couples, so there are scenes of couples being romantic or 'making out' before they are attacked. However, the main characters are co-workers, so their relationship stays more focused on survival and banter.

Can a 13-year-old watch this if they like horror?

It depends on the kid. If they've handled movies like Five Nights at Freddy's or M3GAN, this is a significant step up in terms of real-world violence and gore. 15 is a safer floor for most.

Is it actually funny?

Surprisingly, yes. The dialogue between the co-workers feels real and the 'mistaken identity' trope leads to some genuinely funny, albeit tense, moments.

Heart Eyes – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Heart Eyes

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A Valentine's Day slasher that turns a boring night of office overtime into a literal fight for survival against a couple-hunting killer.

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Screenwise Verdict

Heart Eyes is a sharp, self-aware slasher that knows exactly what it is. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it polishes the 'horror-comedy' hybrid with enough Seattle-set style and workplace snark to keep it engaging.

For parents, the math is simple: if your kid is old enough to handle a standard R-rated horror movie, they'll likely enjoy the cleverness here. If they're still checking under the bed for monsters, skip it. It's a solid 2025 entry that proves the slasher genre still has some heart—even if it's being hunted.

Age Fit

This is strictly for the 15+ crowd. It's a slasher through and through, so if your teen isn't ready for Scream or Happy Death Day, they aren't ready for this. It's a great 'date night' movie for older teens and adults who like their romance with a side of adrenaline.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

It's a slasher flick centered on a killer hunting down couples. While the co-worker bonding provides some levity, the core premise is built on 'mistaken identity' peril and murder.

Imaginative

The horror-romcom hybrid is a fun subversion of Valentine's Day tropes. Using the 'overtime at the office' setting for a survival thriller is a clever, relatable twist on the genre.

Safe

As a slasher movie, expect significant violence, gore, and intense sequences of characters running for their lives. It is fundamentally designed to be scary and unsettling.

Enriching

It's primarily genre entertainment. It offers some sharp social commentary on workplace culture and the pressure of romantic holidays, but don't expect a deep moral lesson.

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Why It Might Be Great

Genre-bending fun that successfully mashes up the wit of a rom-com with the tension of a modern slasher.
Relatable stakes for anyone who has ever felt 'married to the job,' only to have that metaphor taken way too literally.
Strong critical reception (78% on Rotten Tomatoes) suggests it rises above the usual bargain-bin horror tropes with smart writing and solid performances.

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What to Watch For

The violence is stylized but genuinely bloody, staying true to the slasher genre's roots.
Expect high-tension sequences involving stalking and jump scares that might be too much for viewers who aren't already horror fans.
The 'Heart Eyes' killer's gimmick involves targeting couples, leading to some darkly ironic and gruesome set pieces.

Conversation Starters

"Why do you think horror movies and romantic comedies are being mashed together so often lately?"
"If you were stuck in an office during a lockdown, what's the first thing you'd grab for defense?"
"Does the movie make Valentine's Day seem more or less stressful than it already is?"

Deep Dive

The Rise of the 'Slasher-Com'

Heart Eyes follows in the footsteps of recent hits like Freaky and Totally Killer, proving that the 'Slasher-Com' is more than just a passing fad. By taking the high-stakes tension of a horror movie and grounding it in the low-stakes awkwardness of office dynamics, the film finds a sweet spot that resonates with Gen Z and Millennial audiences alike.

Seattle serves as more than just a backdrop here; the rainy, tech-heavy atmosphere adds a layer of isolation that makes the 'overtime' premise feel genuinely claustrophobic. The chemistry between the leads—two co-workers who clearly aren't a couple—is what actually carries the movie between the kills. It's the classic 'will-they-won't-they' dynamic, but with the added pressure of a masked killer trying to turn them into a statistic.

Critically, the film has held up well since its 2025 release. With a 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s earned its place as a recommended watch for horror fans who want something a bit more playful than a standard grim-dark thriller. It’s a reminder that sometimes the best way to handle a scary situation is with a bit of sarcasm and a heavy stapler.