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Underwhelming Experience: Terrifier Falls Flat
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Terrifier (2020 Horror Movie)
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Terrifier (2020 Horror Movie)

This 2020 horror movie is the real deal - it's got all the ingredients for a sleepless night: jump scares, gruesome scenes, and a killer clown that'll haunt your dreams. I'm talking the whole shebang: creepy atmosphere, intense plot twists, and a villain that'll leave you shuddering. Trust me, you won't be able to look away.
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Underwhelming Experience: Terrifier Falls Flat

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I'm still trying to figure out what all the fuss was about with Terrifier. I watched this horror movie expecting a wild ride, but it fell flat for me. The characters were underdeveloped, and the plot was full of holes. I gotta say, I was disappointed. The build quality of the movie's tension was lacking, and it didn't deliver on its promise of scares. If you're a fan of horror, you might want to look elsewhere for your next fix. To be honest, I was expecting a lot more from this movie. The special effects were decent, but not impressive, and the score was haunting, but it didn't quite fit the tone of the movie. The runtime was short, which is a plus for those who don't like sitting through long movies, but it felt like it dragged on for too long. Overall, I'd say Terrifier is a disappointment for horror fans.

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Hello everyone!
I could've just written 'DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME ON THIS' and given it one star, but I wanted to explain why I'm seriously underwhelmed with Terrifier. Your attention is drawn to my impression after watching Terrifier (2018), a horror movie that failed to scare me.
Terrifier (2018, film)
▪️ Description
On Halloween night, a clown-killer terrorizes three girls and anyone else who crosses his path.
▪️ General info
Country: USA
Year: 2018
Genre: horror
Director: Damien Leone
Runtime: 1 hour 25 minutes
▪️ Plot and characters
I was disappointed by the underdeveloped characters in Terrifier. They were killed off so quickly that there was no need to even remember them. No one was fully developed, all flat, just cannon fodder.
Terrifier (2018, film)
Terrifier (2018, film)
The plot boiled down to a pair of girls meeting Killer Clown Art and him starting a hunt for them, while also killing a bunch of people along the way. What's striking is the girls' stupidity, they behave completely fearless, foolishly, and carelessly. One goes to a suspicious character in a clown costume, the other goes to an unfamiliar house - there are just too many situations like this in the film.
Terrifier (2018, film)
I was missing a backstory on the killer, he just appears, without any story or even a hint about who or what this Clown is.
Terrifier (2020, film)Some plot twists didn't make sense to me, like, out of nowhere, these Hannibal-esque moments popped up at the end, but there was no hint of it throughout the rest of the killings?
▪️Impression
The plot, in general, is just a pointless, completely unexplained massacre on Halloween night. I'm not a fan of these kinds of stories; I prefer watching films with some sense to them. One of my favorite films, 'Saw,' is also full of bloody moments, but they're organic and logically explained, and you can understand the motivation behind the villain.
Terrifier (2020, film)Or take 'Scream,' for example - it's a bit of a stretch, but there's a motivation behind the killings, and it's somewhat explained. Here, it's just a massacre, and it's shot in a way that's just disgusting and graphic - you don't even want to snack on popcorn while watching it, it's that off-putting.
Terrifier (2020, film) Terrifier (2020, film)I've watched a lot of films that show killings and really graphic stuff, but they were shot in a way that's more intriguing. The heroes were developed, and you felt bad when they got killed. Here, they're just so one-dimensional that when they start getting killed off one by one, all you feel is disgust and nausea from the gruesome scenes.
One thing that really threw me off was the time jumps in the movie. At the beginning, we're shown an interview with a girl who survived a massacre a year ago, then the Clown breaks a TV with his foot and goes off to find victims. The main events unfold, and it's only at the end that it becomes clear we're watching the exact events that led to the interview at the start.
But I have to give credit where credit is due – the creepy clown design is top-notch, both in terms of the overall aesthetic and the makeup, especially at the beginning when he applies it himself. And that twisted clown character, with its nods to Pennywise from 'It' and the little bike as a reference to 'Halloween', really stood out to me. But unfortunately, it's just not enough.
Terrifier (2020, movie)Terrifier (2020, movie)If I'm being honest, I think Terrifier is a lot more interesting when you watch the trailer or hear people talking about it, rather than actually watching the movie. I just don't get the hype – I've never seen a more overtly bad horror movie before. I wouldn't waste your time on it, there are far worse films out there.
Thanks for taking the time to read my review! Check out my profile for more content! I'd love your likes and comments!

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Is Terrifier a good horror movie for beginners?

Not really. The movie has some intense scenes, but they're not well-executed, and the plot is confusing. If you're new to horror, you might want to start with something else.

Is Terrifier based on a true story?

No, it's not based on a true story. The movie is a work of fiction, and the characters and plot are entirely made-up.

What's the deal with the clown in Terrifier?

The clown is the main antagonist of the movie, and it's a pretty creepy character. However, the movie doesn't do much to explain its motivations or backstory, which is a bit frustrating.

Is Terrifier suitable for all ages?

No, it's not suitable for all ages. The movie has some intense scenes, including gore and violence, so it's not recommended for kids or sensitive viewers.

What's the runtime of Terrifier?

The runtime of Terrifier is 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Who directed Terrifier?

Damien Leone directed Terrifier.

What's the genre of Terrifier?

The genre of Terrifier is horror.

When was Terrifier released?

Terrifier was released in 2018.

Why did I dislike Terrifier so much?

I think I was expecting a lot more from this movie. The special effects were decent, but not impressive, and the score was haunting, but it didn't quite fit the tone of the movie.

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  • •The movie's atmosphere was creepy, especially in the opening scenes.
  • •The special effects were decent, but not impressive.
  • •The clown design was pretty cool, I'll give it that.
  • •The runtime was short, which is a plus for those who don't like sitting through long movies.
  • •The movie had some nice jump scares, but they were few and far between.
  • •The score was haunting, but it didn't quite fit the tone of the movie.

cancelCons

  • •The characters were paper-thin and lacked any real development.
  • •The plot was full of holes and didn't make much sense.
  • •The pacing was slow, and the movie dragged on for too long.
  • •The dialogue was cringeworthy at times, and the acting wasn't great.
  • •The movie relied too heavily on jump scares, which got old fast.
  • •The ending was a total letdown, and I didn't see it coming.
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