Review of Child's Play (1988) by Noah S — 06 Oct 2018
I wouldn't really call the movie scary and it's strange to think that Chucky being alive was supposed to be a twist when it first came out. Were scary doll movies not a thing when this movie first came out? I don't think I would've suspected that Andy is the killer if I saw this movie back in 1988 even without seeing the trailer that casually implies the doll's sentience.
Though I would call this movie cheesy in all the right ways leading to a highly enjoyable above-average movie. I laughed a few times, the animatronic work is impressive for 1988 and the performances are actually pretty good.
It is mildly thrilling and Child's Play is still very competently made but I wouldn't consider it a horror movie. I didn't feel like I was suffering from watching it but I dread to think what the sequels might be like, especially when it just gave up and went to comedy.
One day, I'll find out.
This review of Child's Play (1988) was written by Noah S on 06 Oct 2018.
Child's Play has generally received positive reviews.
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