Friday the 13th
New Line Cinema | Release Date: February 13, 2009
6.7
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Potter17Oct 9, 2011
Everything that I have seen before I found here. The same poor acting that I saw on other horror films I found here too. The same "scary" moments. The same archetype murderer. Nothing new. Nothing original.
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grandpajoe6191Sep 18, 2011
The lousy remake "Friday the 13th" is only there for the ones who greatly enjoy slash-and-hack movies that includes boobs and blood. If your not one of them, don't even consider watching this.
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MoviebuffreviewJan 30, 2011
Friday the 13th, considering all things, is actually not a bad remake, and may be one of the best Friday the 13th movies out there. Yet despite this, that doesn't mean the movie is anywhere close to perfect with the still same laughableFriday the 13th, considering all things, is actually not a bad remake, and may be one of the best Friday the 13th movies out there. Yet despite this, that doesn't mean the movie is anywhere close to perfect with the still same laughable dialogue and jump scares that have become yawnable. Still though, this movie isn't bad and worth a rental.… Expand
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AvidMovieManFeb 17, 2014
Disappointing remake...can it be classified as a remake?....or a stand alone movie? The film has it's good points. Jason is again given human traits; the finding of the hockey mask is an interesting and clever scene; including the bag headedDisappointing remake...can it be classified as a remake?....or a stand alone movie? The film has it's good points. Jason is again given human traits; the finding of the hockey mask is an interesting and clever scene; including the bag headed version of Jason was a good touch. Most of the acting was good, but some was just lousy.
Some clever, effective kills. I just wasn't scared watching this film. Too much sarcasm from the characters, I guess. The ending was a shocker, cliffhanger, though.

All in all they could have done better.… Expand
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JimboH.Jun 25, 2009
The movie hits an awkward spot where it tries to be campy and scary at the same time and manages to be neither. Best part of the movie are the scenes with boobies in them, and I assure you, calling them "boobies" is a bit more accurate than The movie hits an awkward spot where it tries to be campy and scary at the same time and manages to be neither. Best part of the movie are the scenes with boobies in them, and I assure you, calling them "boobies" is a bit more accurate than calling them "breasts". Worst part is that it is in general too predictable and the killings too plain. For example, the foreshadowing needs to be a little more subtle than "HEY THIS WOMAN IN THE LOCKET LOOKS LIKE YOU!!".… Expand
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RyanSJul 3, 2009
This movie was pretty terrible. At least the irritating teenagers all got killed. You're actually cheering for Jason throughout the movie.
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antwianfJun 22, 2009
Watchable. Not very entertaining. A bit of a letdown. The best of all though which is not saying much.
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GarethCriticOct 22, 2010
Friday the 13th is a decent remake of a decent original. This slasher movie is nowhere near as bad as other modern horrors and slashers that destroyed the genre but that doesn't make it a very good movie. The script could have been a lotFriday the 13th is a decent remake of a decent original. This slasher movie is nowhere near as bad as other modern horrors and slashers that destroyed the genre but that doesn't make it a very good movie. The script could have been a lot better, contained a lot more substance than it did and porbably went something like - Man in mask kills teen one, kills teen two and continues killing teens until he eventually fails, dies and somehow comes back to life but it's the varying amount of ways he kills his victims that redeem this movie, slightly.… Expand
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maximumxxxxSep 1, 2011
For all you complaining about it being a remake and waaa waaaa shut the hell up, if you dont like remakes then don't watch the damn movie, plain and simple!!! And im sorry but this is better than most of the absurb sequels that followed theFor all you complaining about it being a remake and waaa waaaa shut the hell up, if you dont like remakes then don't watch the damn movie, plain and simple!!! And im sorry but this is better than most of the absurb sequels that followed the original, after friday the 13th pt 2, the franchise pretty much stunk. I loved the first 2 movies, but they were not suspenseful, they were just hack and slash. This was a good remake, it is what you would expect from a Jason movie, except he runs(which was nice) instead of walking behind you and then miraciously appearing right in front of you(teleportation much?) If you dont like remakes then dont watch it, no one is forcing you too!… Expand
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vini1904Aug 19, 2012
Not a great movie, but it's a good movie to see if any one night with friends. Some scenes are very tense and screenplay is reasonably good, is not an exceptional film, but worth watching.
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bfoore90Jan 25, 2017
It's okay, not as bad as people make it out to be. Nonetheless, it still horribly acted by most of the cast but Jared Padalecki and Danielle Panabaker and some of the story elements are almost laughably bad. It still plays out like an 80'sIt's okay, not as bad as people make it out to be. Nonetheless, it still horribly acted by most of the cast but Jared Padalecki and Danielle Panabaker and some of the story elements are almost laughably bad. It still plays out like an 80's horror movie, tons of sex and drugs, teens getting murdered one by one, which should please fans of the original (which was also laughably bad)… Expand
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tewa_kanuiJul 30, 2018
I expected this movie to be scarier, but it was not. Why am I not surprised anyway ? The series have such a bad reputation. The genre of slasher horror movies has lost its success and I'm beginning to know why now. I'm basically a horrorI expected this movie to be scarier, but it was not. Why am I not surprised anyway ? The series have such a bad reputation. The genre of slasher horror movies has lost its success and I'm beginning to know why now. I'm basically a horror movie watcher, but this didn't really scare me, the whole plot was so flat and predictable. The actors are ok though.… Expand
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jamietFeb 16, 2009
People friday the 13th 12 times before, on the first few it was called night mare on elm street so i think they people in Hollywood are just running out off ideas that they have to mess with the old classics.
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BLFeb 17, 2009
Although it was predictable and had horrible acting, it was a fun movie to watch with several friends. A good way to spend an afternoon.
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meelan.Jul 18, 2009
Out of all the "re-makes" this one was the best, just the right amount of stupid teen fun and gore. i don't know if it was my t.v. but it was a bit to dark. other then that good movie.
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marytFeb 15, 2009
If you've seen any 80's horror flick this will not be a very surprising movie as it uses the same predictable scenes over and over. The killing scenes are not inventive and hardly gory. This movie relies on loud noises to scare. If you've seen any 80's horror flick this will not be a very surprising movie as it uses the same predictable scenes over and over. The killing scenes are not inventive and hardly gory. This movie relies on loud noises to scare. Save your money.… Expand
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McKinleyWFeb 16, 2009
This movie is so bad it's hilarious. The only reason it get a 5 it a mix of pity and confusion.
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MartinS.Feb 16, 2009
This remake is a mixture of the classic cliches of horror films. The producers didn't take the example of Halloween, who was an original and excellent remake of his first episode. It was a pity.
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AlecBFeb 18, 2009
Lets start of with that fact that it wasnt great or even good.. its was alright. it really wasn't like the orignals to tell you the truth, like jason having the bag over his head for half the movie was true to the 2nd in the franchise.. Lets start of with that fact that it wasnt great or even good.. its was alright. it really wasn't like the orignals to tell you the truth, like jason having the bag over his head for half the movie was true to the 2nd in the franchise.. and of course later finding the hockey mask.. but when the fuck did jason ever use a bow and arrow to kill sombody? The Cast was pretty bad. Travis Van Winkle played a great Pussy in the movie. Some of the girls were pretty good looking, probably because they were topless more then half the time but thats alright. I think the thing that bugged me most about the movie was.. it was TOO short and predictable. If the movie was supposed to be the first 3 original movies then they did bad on that.. they shouldve made it longer at least to the 2 hour mark.. Not some hour and a half bullshit. Jason was a badass no doubt he looked awesome in the movie all props to him. Once again.. not a bad remake but not a good one either.. next remake we have to look forward to is Rob Zombies Halloween 2.… Expand
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JeffLFeb 22, 2009
I did not enjoy it as a horror movie. It was empty, really. Jason kills a large number of people. 13 I guess. And he killls them one at a time, and then teleporting to the next destination. There was no real art to this, and i did not hear I did not enjoy it as a horror movie. It was empty, really. Jason kills a large number of people. 13 I guess. And he killls them one at a time, and then teleporting to the next destination. There was no real art to this, and i did not hear the "ch-ch-chhh" music, although I hear it was there, I never heard it, which makes me sad.… Expand
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JayH.Jun 12, 2009
I was hoping for a fresh approach to the over done film series, but didn't quite get that. It does have some good gore effects and the production is well done, but everything else is old hat.
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5
ChadS.Feb 13, 2009
Jason takes a hostage. "Friday the 13th" is short on surprises, but that's a divergence from the norm, right? Jason may be an unrepentant, cold-blooded killer, but at least he doesn't play games with his victims. Compared to the Jason takes a hostage. "Friday the 13th" is short on surprises, but that's a divergence from the norm, right? Jason may be an unrepentant, cold-blooded killer, but at least he doesn't play games with his victims. Compared to the killer from the "Saw" movies, that practically makes him Mother Theresa. You can't call this mama's boy compassionate, but at least he never gives his teen prey any hope. With machete in hand, the killing is over and done with in a jiffy, then he sets his sights on the next nubile(or dude) without ceremony. If there's such a thing as good slasher etiquette, Jason could start his own finishing school for homicidal maniacs. Structured like a trilogy-in-one(the film has two prologues, or rather, two short films), the final girl in the second part survives his bloodlust rampaging. If the filmmaker had the artistic latitude to try something really different, he could have used Jean Cocteau's "Beauty and the Beast" as a template for this hypothetical relationship between Jason and the girl. An affinity for Whitney(Amanda Righetti) is suggested, but never fully realized, largely because the main demographic for "Friday the 13th" are fanboys, who would probably balk at their anti-hero displaying an unprecedented sensitive side. Since Whitney is alive, she must be receiving sustenance from her goalie-masked captor; the filmmaker, however, decided to keep all of the girl's meals and met hydration needs off-screen. To do otherwise, would force the filmmaker's hand into showing that Jason has some deep-seated humanity left, somewhere in his black heart, contrary to the mythology of this inexplicably popular franchise.… Expand
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asylumspadezNov 25, 2011
Compared to other films in the franchise, This remake was rather good. It started off strong but it sadly went all down hill from there. The acting was fine and the kills were good as well. However the whole "reinventing" Jason idea hadCompared to other films in the franchise, This remake was rather good. It started off strong but it sadly went all down hill from there. The acting was fine and the kills were good as well. However the whole "reinventing" Jason idea had pretty much nothing at all to do with this film. It was solid through out and watch the worth.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerJun 13, 2012
I don't typically watch horror movies as I am sadly very easily scared, and I thought going into this movie that I was going to be terrified, but from the moment Jason appears on the screen and makes his first kill I knew that this wasn'tI don't typically watch horror movies as I am sadly very easily scared, and I thought going into this movie that I was going to be terrified, but from the moment Jason appears on the screen and makes his first kill I knew that this wasn't going to be scary in the least. And even though it wasn't scary like I expected (and was kind of hoping) I still got some enjoyment out of it thanks to some pretty gruesome kills and some hot topless chicks. But I still can't help but feel disappointed with the movie. The acting is good and most of the main characters likable, but surprisingly the worst part of the movie and what brings it down the most is actually Jason himself. All they have him do is just walk up behind the victims get their attention and kill them in some bloody way. It's far from tense or scary and that's what's so disappointing with this movie. But if you like to see a bunch of 20-somethings get hacked up by a (kinda bland) psychopath then this may be for you, just don't expect some super scary horror movie.… Expand
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imthenoobJun 15, 2016
I liked what they did with Jason, Making him a more Rambo styled killer than just an immortal psychopath. They did a solid enough job mixing the plots of the first 3 original films together into this one and the kills are certainlyI liked what they did with Jason, Making him a more Rambo styled killer than just an immortal psychopath. They did a solid enough job mixing the plots of the first 3 original films together into this one and the kills are certainly entertaining. Could have been acted better and would have been nice to see something different with the plot too. Not a terrible movie though.… Expand
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moonman1994Dec 23, 2013
You're stereotypical slasher movie. Characters get killed off one by one and it's somewhat suspenseful. It's nothing new at all. It's very entertaining and it was fun to watch but it wasn't really good in any way. That said other than theYou're stereotypical slasher movie. Characters get killed off one by one and it's somewhat suspenseful. It's nothing new at all. It's very entertaining and it was fun to watch but it wasn't really good in any way. That said other than the fact that it was completely cliche it wasn't bad either. If you like these type of movies you'll enjoy it but if you find yourself saying it's good then you're lying to yourself.… Expand
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Kyle39Sep 9, 2012
Lack-lustre 'remake' that has some great moments, but ultimately falls short. Could have been a lot better, but pales in comparison to the classic original. Populated with obnoxious characters that I didn't care lived or died. Lousy plot as well.
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RikiegeDec 8, 2012
Not a great remake. It's entertaining but it shows that have made only to make money.
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4
AkaLiaNov 4, 2012
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First off, I love horror movies! I grew up watching old classics movies from the 70s-90s like Halloween, Child's Play, Friday the 13th, It, A Nightmare on Elm Street, etc. So when "Friday the 13th" remake came out, I think most people like me were excited, yet very skeptical. Basically, I pitied it with a score of 4, because it was nice to see Jason in action again, though, movie did turn out to be horrid. The kills were all so predictable, and not very creative. There was no character to really cheer on to survive or that you'd absolutely love. The acting was just somewhat off. There really wasn't much of a campy feel to it either. Plus, since it is a remake, this movie didn't really emphasize on Jason Voorhees and his mother's story. Like how it all began, or the new kids being skeptical staying in the cabin because of the stories being told about Crystal Lake and such. That used to be done in every Friday the 13th movie (and that scenes of when the characters would feel like they're being watched), and there's no reason why it shouldn't have been done it this one (especially for a new audience). They could have at least brought back an original actress/actor to appear in this remake. A big disappointment was the fact that Jason held that girl captive. He CHAINED HER UP instead of killing her. Okay yeah, she supposedly looked like his mother, but even the Jason in the original saw past that REAL quick. Also, this movie was not dark, scary, campy, nor suspenseful. And, the acting was a bit lacking. Honestly, it didn't even make me jump like the originals still do (no matter how many times I watch it lol). I agree with users JeffL about the absence of the memorable "ch-ch-ch" sound effects and MikeP about the movie being "uninspired and pointless". It is a damn shame that Directors and Writers are just making so many remakes and just ruining what we grew up with and that we have so many expectations of. And, the remake of Halloween was just the absolute worst! I could rant all day about that one lol.… Expand
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Annoymous1Jan 13, 2013
Friday the 13th prequel is just not up to scratch. No scare just lots of *** and rude scenes. The only reason i did not give it 0 is that the story was average. The rest was just bland scenes and sets.
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Skullgirlsfan13May 12, 2013
It's been a while since I watched a Friday the 13th movie, or this movie. So my memory of this movie is thin. I thought is was okay, it's certainly not a good movie, but it is enjoyable at certain points. I can't say where in the film though.It's been a while since I watched a Friday the 13th movie, or this movie. So my memory of this movie is thin. I thought is was okay, it's certainly not a good movie, but it is enjoyable at certain points. I can't say where in the film though. I liked the way this flick looked, at times, and I like how this Jason looked. There this thing with how well an actor played the characters: Jason, and while this guy is okay as the part of Jason, he's not as good as the last guy from Freddy vs Jason. That all aside, I don't really recommend this flick to anyone unless they are a big fan of the series.… Expand
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marcmyworksNov 14, 2016
The remake of Friday the 13th is not a bad attempt at revamping the series, however it fails in the most epic part of a remake, it gives us nothing new. Jason is just not scary anymore, I think I would rather see an insane lunatic on theThe remake of Friday the 13th is not a bad attempt at revamping the series, however it fails in the most epic part of a remake, it gives us nothing new. Jason is just not scary anymore, I think I would rather see an insane lunatic on the rampage then a zombie killer.… Expand
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Truth_of_PiscesApr 11, 2019
Having seen all the Friday the 13th films, I can say this: none of them are what you would call "good movies". They're dumb fun, and that's why I enjoy them. You don't come to these movies for the horror(what little there really is), or forHaving seen all the Friday the 13th films, I can say this: none of them are what you would call "good movies". They're dumb fun, and that's why I enjoy them. You don't come to these movies for the horror(what little there really is), or for the shallow and disposable characters. You come to them for Jason and to watch him kill people in creative and crazy ways. This movie delivers on that front, even if it is a little derivative and trite. The kills aren't going to match the creativity of some of the later Friday the 13th films, but that's only because it's more grounded like the original four and it (mostly)works. The Jason in this film is like a menacing predator stalking in the bushes rather than the hulking unstoppable force of death Kane Hodder was during his time as the character, and it's a shame that it never got a sequel, because the idea of Jason as a "hunter" is far more appealing. Overall, this movie serves as a solid reboot the franchise, and it certainly will hold up better than the original ever did.… Expand
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TheRussianatorApr 11, 2018
I have no clue how Michael Bay and his production company "Platinum Dunes" came to a decision to remake a lame slasher movie into the same lame slasher movie. I mean, they had to have something in mind that would improve the original. ButI have no clue how Michael Bay and his production company "Platinum Dunes" came to a decision to remake a lame slasher movie into the same lame slasher movie. I mean, they had to have something in mind that would improve the original. But there isn't anything. It has better make-up, but for a 2009 movie that's not really a compliment. The only thing a enjoyed was the last act and the tunnels that Jason uses to move around the camp. Also, what annoyed me the most was the overuse of sex. I have no problem with sex, as long as it develops the characters. This movie uses sex just to drag the narrative and has no value.… Expand
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MoviezNPMar 7, 2019
I really don't understand the hate people inflict upon this movie. Obviously, it's not a great movie. But is a lot better than every single movie that came after the original, with an exception of Freddy vs. Jason. .
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Good : We get someI really don't understand the hate people inflict upon this movie. Obviously, it's not a great movie. But is a lot better than every single movie that came after the original, with an exception of Freddy vs. Jason. .
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Good : We get some interesting characters and an okay mystery-ish film. There is suspense and you can get invested in the story. Unlike the Nightmare remake, this is somewhat a different movie. The first one wasn't perfect, so this made it a little different and kind of its own movie. The entire beginning of Crystal Lake killings is not altered at all. But the story it tells is sort of a little different than that of the earlier ones. Characters are interesting. Perhaps the most interesting characters in the entire franchise. And some actors do a good job. Jason, in this movie, doesn't kill a particular character. The reason is shown to us, and we some may think it is way nonsensical - remember - it was recycled from part 2. And many of you defend part 2. And, it played out in a bit more realistic way in this movie. .
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Bad : There are some pseudo pornography scenes here and there. One thing for sure. If you want porn in your horror film, Friday the 13th films will never disappoint. We get some weird character interactions. And there are some annoying clichés. Why does a black guy or an Asian guy have to die first? And Jason killed one of the people who interacted with our lead, but not the other. Why? Either he kills only in his territory, or he kills everyone who comes in his way - that's what I understood from these movies. But, it's totally random if he kills whoever he wants and spares in the same way. I hate the ending which was an attempt of getting more sequels which we never did. .
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Conclusion : There are things to like about it, and things to hate about it. I don't want to spoil anything regarding the "mystery" or "reveal" elements. As strange as it may sound, it's a movie in the franchise I would recommend, if I have to. .
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FilmanwaltNov 4, 2022
I found it slightly better, but it didn't really pick me up either. There is no horror mood, the camera shake got on my nerves and made all the chase scenes cramp. But there was one or the other death made cool, even if I had to laugh at theI found it slightly better, but it didn't really pick me up either. There is no horror mood, the camera shake got on my nerves and made all the chase scenes cramp. But there was one or the other death made cool, even if I had to laugh at the death of the lady on the jetty (you just had to show your breasts again).

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tellmikeyyJan 26, 2022
Definitely more Slasher-Suspense then Horror but it’s still watchable. Caught me off guard that Jason was able to run in this film but nonetheless some kills were pretty nice and the soundtrack was nostalgic. 2009 horror humor at its core.
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KaijukaiSep 4, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. he 2009 Friday the 13th remake this movie is the most mediocre film in the franchise it's not as bad or dumb as the 12-7 but it does not hold up to 5-1 it's a solid remake but a bit too much on the sex and drugs seriously in the opening scene they go camping crystal lake to bag up some of the devil's lettuce the opening scene is the best part of the film and get this the opening scene is the 25 minutes long it's crazy! Check it out it's alright… Expand
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Narwhale73May 31, 2022
It's a normal slasher films with a higher budget and somewhat likable characters. That alone makes it one of the better movies in the franchise.
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HellHoleHorrorFeb 16, 2022
Ignoring the confusing title, I am treating this as a sequel, reminds us what happened in the first film and kind of ignores the sequels but doesn't totally discount them. This has the Cabin Fever (2002) effect with unlikable characters thatIgnoring the confusing title, I am treating this as a sequel, reminds us what happened in the first film and kind of ignores the sequels but doesn't totally discount them. This has the Cabin Fever (2002) effect with unlikable characters that you really want to die and maybe the odd one that you relate to. This works well for Friday the 13th as Jason is the antihero that you root for to kill the repugnant teens. There were a few moments that were jarring, like when Jason was just standing on the roof, this section didn’t really make sense. This film doesn't change the formula of the original, it doesn't try to do anything different, and this is why I like it! The series lost its way and became a joke, the original 4 films were the best and this fits in well with the original 4. On a technical front this is perfect looking and sounding. Violence is brutal but not gory enough for me. Jason is badass and back (if only for one short movie).… Expand
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royalguy07Oct 24, 2022
I didn't mind this too much. Yes, 90% of the characters are as annoying as can be but that is the classic. The final act was so dark it was a real chore to see anything at all, especially with the shaky cam film style.
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