The Jack in the Box Rises

As an avid viewer of indie horror, I'm often disheartened (even angry) at the poor entries I find on Tubi, Amazon etc. Not this time. The whole 'Jack in the Box' franchise has a level of production and storytelling that is a cut above the other movies coming out of the UK recently. This one goes even harder than the last.

It does take a little too long in my opinion for the box to be found and then cranked, but when the demon does kick into gear I was gripped and along for the ride. There are some great twists and turns in the plot too that kept me guessing.

I think anyone looking for their latest clown movie fix can do far worse than Jack.

"The Jack in the Box Rises" delivers a spine-chilling experience that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Set in the eerie backdrop of an exclusive girls' school, the film follows the discovery and subsequent opening of a sinister Jack-in-the-Box, unleashing a demonic force upon its unsuspecting victims.

What sets this movie apart is its unique blend of horror and suspense, coupled with a well-crafted storyline that keeps you guessing until the very end. The six brave students who find themselves facing the malevolent entity are portrayed with depth and authenticity, drawing the audience into their terrifying plight.

The director masterfully builds tension throughout the film, utilizing atmospheric cinematography and a haunting score to create an atmosphere of dread and unease. The scenes featuring the Jack-in-the-Box are particularly unsettling, as it lurks in the shadows, waiting to strike at its next victim.

Despite its supernatural elements, "The Jack in the Box Rises" also explores deeper themes of friendship, courage, and the power of overcoming one's fears. Each character is forced to confront their own inner demons as they fight for survival against the relentless onslaught of evil.

Overall, "The Jack in the Box Rises" is a must-see for horror enthusiasts looking for a fresh and thrilling take on the genre. With its captivating story, compelling characters, and heart-pounding scares, this film is sure to leave a lasting impression on audiences everywhere.

I do not how the big theaters allow to release of this kind of movie, totally a waste of time. Effects are a cr4p. The music, the effects, the procuction, dialogues everithng is really bad. The narrative of the movie makes not sense, even the translation to spanish language is terrible, out of synchronization the audio. Jesus, I never had felt frustrated wasting my time and money by watching a Terror movie like this one. The banner promises tooo much about what you are going to watch. Sincerely it was added to my black list, I don't even understand how this is a new chapter from previous movies, I do not really want to see the other ones.

I've seen all of them, and it was definitely gory, if that's your thing. But despite having an OK, storyline, what irritated me was that the way it ended was horrible. It was a good twist, don't get me wrong, but the way it ended really kind of left me limp. But interesting to watch, if nothing else. It will leave you guessing. The special effects were OK but at the same given time, they could've been better. I'll admit it was an Indy film, and that's cool because I like indie films but this one just was missing, I don't know a certain Je ne sais quoi, if you will. But you should check it out for yourself.

This is definitely the weakest of the franchise. Yes, none are going to win any awards, but are worth the watch with some decent kill scenes and this is where this installment fails as it doesn't really show much of it, which is disappointing. The story itself is not the best and I just didn't connect with the main characters, and we're supposed to believe some grammar school is in this decrepit building and some how these girls are able to battle off the demon. I don't think so, but still worth the watch to compete the trilogy. Apparently there is a fourth installment on the horizon and I'll end up watching that too.