Jonas Ren

NON SPOILER 1. This movie is surprisingly dark, even for Terrifier. Really dark. Especially the 3rd act. Moreso than the previous ones which always retained a bit of humour in every scene, which the 3rd act in this one does not. It may have something to do with the contrast with Christmas, and inclusion of Vicky. Maybe Vicky makes Art more serious? It just feels really overall gross and evil and makes you feel dark and sad inside. There are no holds barred, and no one is safe. 2. I didn’t think I’d like Vicky but her chemistry with Art really shines in the 3rd act. 3. The electronic Sienna theme music continues and I’m here for it. Amazing. Lauren’s acting is at another level here. 4. The flashbacks were excellent, touching, well-written, and really added a lot to the movie. 5. Christmas was really used well and was weaved throughout the movie in a way that was important to the story. What could be better: - There feels like a ~10 minute portion of the film missing right before the 3rd act. It jumps to the final battle really quickly- everything that happens leading up to it is off screen - Sienna’s cousin is annoying af . Like obsessive much ?! Jonathan should have got way more screen time instead of her. Overall, it’s much better than the 2nd. Much tighter, more concise, even, and consistent film. Our single anatagonist becomes a team, and we really get to more up close and personal with Art in this one. Feels like unique horror from what we’re used to these days and I love being part of this community. I’m seeing it again in a few days!

NON SPOILER This movie was unexpectedly extremely funny. My entire audience was cackling non-stop. The type of stuff this strange couple pulls 😂 there was a very tiny scene with a hairdryer that SENT ME. The comedy here was truly inspired. It was also extremely suspenseful and I found myself genuinely invested in what happened to the protaganists, mainly cause of the person who played the wife’s genuine performance and character development. Agree that the dad was a total unhelpful dud. Rather than characters being stupid in a horror movie, The movie also had a really unique and believable way of keeping the characters in the situation they were in that made my jaw drop when I saw it. This movie was sublime - entertaining from start to finish.

I’m not big into vampires but these directors just don’t miss. I will say it is VERY similar to Ready Or Not (whole movie takes place in a big house, being hunted, etc), but whatever. Melissa Barrera EATS and Alisha Weir (actress for Abigail) alone is worth your butt in the theatre - an extremely complex, dynamic, layered performance, not your typical black and white villain. I think it’s more comedy than horror but that is these directors’ style. Soundtrack is pounding and atmospheric. You won’t regret, you’re in good hands.

Lol all these seemingly bot posted identical 1 star reviews below are kind of poetic given what this movie is about. They don’t realize they are playing into the movie’s message 😂 I was absolutely captivated by this movie and it may be my favourite of all time. It was so WEIRD but in a good refreshing way. Like weird to the point where you wonder if Hollywood had any part in this because they usually steer towards the generic. Kind of like the movie “Barbarian” at the beginning. The erie music, strange coincidences, double entendres.. this movie doesn’t need non-stop action to keep your attention the entire 2 hour+ runtime. And its commentary is super interesting and when you think about it.. is absolutely terrifying.

I saw this movie a few months ago when on holidays in Japan. I chose it because it was the only English speaking movie at the arthouse theatre I came across. I did not like this movie when I first saw it. It was very slow, just showing somewhat awkward clips of a man and his daughter while on vacation, interspersed with some random scenes at a nightclub. Now I’m not going to say it’s genius or anything but the movie did have a lasting impact. I still think about it months later and in retrospect the entire movie experience at this arthouse theatre was kind of intoxicating and left me with an odd sense of nostalgia and longing. Listen to the song “One Without” on its soundtrack and you’ll kind of know what I’m talking about. In summary, I didn’t so much like the movie, but I’m intrigued by the way it made me feel. And that is certainly worth something.

If you’re expecting to be frightened in an Insidious 1 kind of way, this is not it. They went in a very different direction with this one. I would barely even call this a horror movie, but rather a very touching movie about family, with some horror elements. I disagree that this was an unnecessary chapter. The overall message of the movie explains how the Lambert’s ending in Insidious 2 was not a healthy one for the family. I will say the third act, final battle is really odd and rushed. I didn’t even realize it was the final battle until it was over - and I thought to myself, is that it? But it had enough nostalgia pieces and connections and even scenes from the first 2 movies that I’ll give it a pass. The last 2 scenes of the film were really beautiful, and even the end credits song is fittingly slow, heartfelt, and touching. Almost brought a tear to my eye. Not what you expect from a horror This movie is an absolute nostalgia kick for Insidious fans, and has a really, in my opinion, insightful message about managing difficult memories. If you’re 13 years old with a bunch of friends expecting to be screaming in your seats, skip this one. If you have a heart, or literally any investment in this franchise, then this movie is for you.