Review of Witchboard (1986) by Joey T — 20 Mar 2014
Now, I wouldn't go so far as to call Witchboard a great movie, or even a great horror movie. It's definitely got a lot going for it, but it never quite peaks in my opinion. Instead of outright horror, it focuses more on terror and atmosphere more than anything.
The film's plot involves a woman that begins talking to the spirit of a dead child through the use of a Ouija board. The spirit initially seems to be friendly, but soon becomes increasingly violent, murdering everyone around both the woman and her husband.
The main thing that the film is known for is its pace. Under the right circumstances, I would prefer a movie that takes its time, but there are too many variables involved with this project that make me feel like maybe it shouldn't have been executed that way.
The subject matter seems to call for quicker cuts and a faster pace. As a consequence, it tends to feel more like a Lifetime TV movie than a horror film. It's not a terrible film at all, it just needed a little more drive to keep things interesting.
This review of Witchboard (1986) was written by Joey T on 20 Mar 2014.
Witchboard has generally received mixed reviews.
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