Katrina's Boyfriend

KF192

2017

Movies and TV

The Day of the Dead Groom, often depicted as a skeletal or heavily made-up groom figure, is a recurring motif in movies and television, heavily inspired by the Mexican holiday Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). He embodies themes of love, death, and remembrance.

While not a single, specific character, the Groom often appears as a symbolic representation of a deceased loved one or as a figure bridging the gap between the living and the dead. His presence serves as a visual reminder of mortality, and the enduring power of love beyond the grave. Interpretations vary widely depending on the narrative.

Notable examples can be seen in animated films like The Book of Life, where characters and imagery draw heavily on Day of the Dead traditions. Though no specific "Groom" exists in that film's cast, the visual style and themes resonate with the archetype. Other, more subtle instances may appear in horror or fantasy genres, playing on the visual symbolism of death and marriage.