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| 62 75% | Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) - Rated 13 Sep 2024
"Solid sequel. It takes a while to hit its stride, but the latter half showcases Tim Burton's best work in years. The screen time is well-balanced between old and new cast. Keaton brings the same energy as before, and Dafoe appears to be having a blast. I liked how the FX and set designs kept the original's aesthetic. The weakest link is the disjointed story which is disappointing considering they had ~35 years to improve it. Bonus points for the nods to Mario Bava and keeping the runtime short."
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| 59 63% | Happy Death Day (2017) - Rated 13 Sep 2024
""Groundhog Day" as a slasher is a fun concept, and the execution was quite enjoyable. I liked the characters’ sarcastic banter, and the actors were solid. There were a few effective scenes, but I wished they focused more on the horror elements as it wasn't really that scary and the comedy didn’t really hit the mark either. Killer’s identity was easy to guess, and the ending was a bit underwhelming. Still, a fun 90 mins which acts as a bridge between PG-13 suspense and something like "Scream""
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| 52 38% | The Innkeepers (2011) - Rated 11 Sep 2024
"I liked the hangout vibe between the lead characters and appreciated the slow burn horror, but it didn't quite click with me. Still, I will definitely check out more of the director's films."
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| 65 83% | The Sacrament (2013) - Rated 11 Sep 2024
"This seems underrated and overlooked in Ti West’s filmography, but I liked it better than e.g. "The Innkeepers". It maintains a strong sense of dread throughout, reminiscent of "Midsommar" (which came out later). The found footage/documentary style is effective, though they occasionally rely on some implausible shots. You can guess where it's going based on the format and synopsis, but the film is bleaker and more relentless than I expected. Definitely worth a watch for fans of slow-burn horror."
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| 57 57% | Curly Sue (1991) - Rated 11 Sep 2024
"This often gets criticized as a lesser John Hughes and proof of selling out. While it's not as iconic as his 80’s hits, I appreciated it more on a re-watch. Like "She’s Having a Baby",’ it’s a dramedy that didn’t get much commercial/critical success. It's a riff on "My Fair Lady" and while its message feels outdated, it’s still well-made and makes good use of wintery Chicago and serves as a time capsule of 90’s yuppie era. The cast deliver solid performances and Delerue’s score adds some class."
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| 47 24% | Meet the Robinsons (2007) - Rated 09 Sep 2024
"I stumbled upon this while browsing Disney+ and was curious why it hadn't received much attention. After watching it, it's pretty clear why it's not as celebrated as e.g. Frozen or Encanto. I can see how someone might really dislike it, but at least I appreciated its madcap nature. There was a lengthy segment after the story shifts to the future that felt like a stream of consciousness. I also liked the retro sci-fi aesthetic. It doesn't really work, but at least they tried something different."
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| 53 41% | Theater Camp (2023) - Rated 09 Sep 2024
"I'm not really a fan of theater or musicals, so I felt a bit disconnected from the film. There were some funny moments, the cast was delightful and I found the climax quite emotional. Still, I wonder if the mockumentary style was the best choice to tell this story. I also found myself wishing they had invested more in main the film's world to a broader audience. It's easy to see how much better this could play if you're into the theater scene."
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| 35 6% | Dream Stalker (1991) - Rated 06 Sep 2024
"This shot-on-video film ambitiously attempts an "Elm Street"-style dream horror on a limited budget. The makeup effects show some effort, and the shift of locations to countryside setting gives it a boost and bring it closer to a regular slasher film. However, the inconsistent style and poor humor undermine the suspense and the film feels too long. As usual with SOV films, there are plenty of WTF moments and hilarious fashion choices."
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| 37 7% | Undead (2003) - Rated 06 Sep 2024
"This film frustrated me from the start. It tries so hard to be a new "Bad Taste" or "Evil Dead" and impress us with its coolness, but it falls flat. Characters are one-dimensional and annoying, and the hyperactive style makes the 95min runtime feel much longer. On the positive side, it has some stylish sequences and decent gore. Despite its small budget, the film has ambition, and I began to appreciate it more during the alien invasion segment. But, by then, it was too late to redeem the movie."
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| 57 57% | Dead Silence (2007) - Rated 05 Sep 2024
"Only the third film directed by James Wan that I’ve watched. Visually, it’s stunning, with a great gothic small-town U.S.A. vibe, stylish sports car and eerie dolls. Wan’s direction is solid. Soundtrack feels overdone, like a mix of various horror scores. The script is straightforward, reminding me of an old adventure game, and the film follows a dream-like logic similar to 80s Italian horror films. The final twist was predictable but still impactful, ending the film on surprisingly somber note."
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