Good Manners, 2017 – ★★★
Just not my thing. Despite its strengths, the fantasy elements kept me at arm’s length.
Just not my thing. Despite its strengths, the fantasy elements kept me at arm’s length.
Delivers exactly what you’d expect—bloody bites, bad decisions, and guilty-pleasure fun from start to finish.
Absurd but entertaining, it rides its ridiculous premise with confidence and delivers some solid thrills along the way.
A warm, respectful look at a legend. It may not break new ground, but for fans, it hits all the right notes.
This sequel manages to deliver a serviceable follow-up to a classic, even though it can’t fully escape the original’s shadow. Unfortunately, Mescal’s lack of onscreen charisma makes it hard to believe he could rally anyone to his cause.
The initial setup feels fairly typical, giving little hint of what’s to come. By the time the wild third act arrives, it’s so unexpected that I couldn’t help but enjoy every moment.
This felt like a complete waste of time, offering no redeeming qualities whatsoever. It’s baffling that there was enough interest to spawn a three installments, given how unwatchable this one ended up being.
The story does a great job of drawing you in, holding your attention through most of the runtime. However, it abruptly ends just as things get truly fascinating, leaving me wanting more.
It leans heavily on the mid-2000s horror remake formula, offering few real surprises or innovation. Despite a few decent scenes, it never really sets itself apart from others in that era.
It’s painfully obvious they banked on name recognition to lure in unsuspecting viewers. The end result is a tedious experience that fails to justify its own existence.
The moody, lo-fi cinematography and unsettling visuals create an atmosphere that kept me on edge. However, the narrative could have used more depth to fully capitalize on its eerie setup.
For an anthology, it doesn’t break new ground, but it’s far from the worst I’ve encountered. There’s enough variety in the segments to keep things watchable, even if it never quite excels.
It started off shaky, but eventually found its footing and pulled me right back into the story. The final stretch delivered enough fun to make the ride worthwhile.
Sean Baker’s latest effort feels like his most accomplished work to date, showcasing a level of craft and confidence that’s truly impressive. The uniformly strong performances lead to a devastating finale that’s hard to shake long after it’s over.
The simple narrative may appeal to younger audiences, offering a straightforward adventure without much complexity.