Mediocrity in everything except the gore
With the latest Stephen King adaptation hitting the silver screens, I was expecting a story that would spark late night conversations with friends. Instead, what we got was a forgettable experience that barely left an impression.
The film lacked that unique, lingering quality that usually comes with Stephen King adaptations. It was undeniably strange; both in its acting and overall atmosphere, but not in an intriguing or unsettling way. It was just... odd, in the most neutral sense possible.
The story itself was fine, and the special effects were serviceable, though some of the grotesque elements felt exaggerated, almost as if they were added just to inject any semblance of life into the film.
I'd rate this one a 5.2. If you're a fan of over-the-top gore, you might find some enjoyment here, but the pacing will likely leave you bored for large stretches. Fans of Stephen King's work might feel like this isn't even an adaptation of his, as it lacks the depth and complexity his stories usually bring. If you're hoping for a plot that sparks post-movie discussions, look elsewhere. But if you're just looking for something to pass the time and happen to stumble upon this, give it a shot, but don't expect much.
The film lacked that unique, lingering quality that usually comes with Stephen King adaptations. It was undeniably strange; both in its acting and overall atmosphere, but not in an intriguing or unsettling way. It was just... odd, in the most neutral sense possible.
The story itself was fine, and the special effects were serviceable, though some of the grotesque elements felt exaggerated, almost as if they were added just to inject any semblance of life into the film.
I'd rate this one a 5.2. If you're a fan of over-the-top gore, you might find some enjoyment here, but the pacing will likely leave you bored for large stretches. Fans of Stephen King's work might feel like this isn't even an adaptation of his, as it lacks the depth and complexity his stories usually bring. If you're hoping for a plot that sparks post-movie discussions, look elsewhere. But if you're just looking for something to pass the time and happen to stumble upon this, give it a shot, but don't expect much.
- andrewrx-22185
- 23 jun 2025