Review of Pet Sematary (2019) by Whiskeystories — 08 Apr 2019
Kölsch and Widmyer trade in the zany charm of Lambert's original, for a much more restrained, logical and narratively satisfying take on Stephen King's classic tale. Thankfully all the tweaks and turns feel natural. I just wish they were even bolder, and would have gone even further into those mysterious Maine woods. Still, I really really want to watch Pet Sematary (2019) again come October/November, in the comforts of my own home preferrably (I feel like it's that kind of movie). As far as modern remakes go, I'd say it joins the ranks of The Hills Have Eyes (2006) and The Last House on the Left (2009).
Btw, the taglines are sadly as uninspired as they get: "Sometimes dead is better" (IMDb), or simply just odd: "Wait why did they spell it wrong?" (Letterboxd). I would have been pleased as Punch with "Back AGAIN by popular(?) demand", or something more distinct to make it its own.
P.s.: speaking of Pet Sematary II (said no one...ever), there are a few references to Lambert's bonkers sequel.
This review of Pet Sematary (2019) was written by Whiskeystories on 08 Apr 2019.
Pet Sematary has generally received positive reviews.
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