Review of Hellraiser (2022) by Gamb1T66 — 07 Oct 2022
This film has dripped new blood over the decrepit, rotting corpse of the franchise... but it's not enough to restore Hellraiser to its former devilish glory.
From the reimagined looks of the cenobites to some fantastic set designs and world-bending effects, David Bruckner gets many things right in this latest offering to Leviathan. However, a thoroughly unlikeable protagonist, mediocre acting, and far too many plot contrivances further lessen a relatively bloodless (by Hellraiser standard) and predictable film. At one point, the film broke it's own logic, "taking artistic liberties" with ideas straight out of Wes Craven's A Nightmare On Elm Street franchise.
Despite its flaws, Hellraiser 2022 nudges the franchise in the right direction. While it's not the balls-out reinvigoration many may have hoped for, it stands out above the other sequels. It's a middle-of-the-road horror movie that's enjoyable enough for Halloween parties with friends. 6/10.
This review of Hellraiser (2022) was written by Gamb1T66 on 07 Oct 2022.
Hellraiser has generally received positive reviews.
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