Fear Street: 1666 is a satisfying final piece in the Netflix supernatural/slasher trilogy, the enjoyment levels of which are totally subjective (as a horror enthusiast). As a film that ties up loose ends from its predecessors, 1666 does a pretty solid job. Director Leigh Janiak splits the film up between the 1666 and 1994 timelines, providing closure to the lead characters in a fun, albeit perfunctory fashion. The 1666 part of the film is indeed notable for its slow-paced build, captivating aesthetics, and a pretty unexpected twist. By the time the film moves back to 1994, the novelty of the first film (which rode high on nostalgia) gets a bit worn out. We return to the Shadyside mall once again, in a foreseeable finale that comes across as a quick wrap-up exercise. As far as the kills are concerned, 1666 has some exciting ones but none particularly memorable.
