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'Scream VI' Movie Review

Scream VI has arrived! The iconic horror series returns for its 6th instalment, introducing a new generation to the iconic Ghostface. After last year’s Scream 5 proved to be a huge box office success, the series is back! The film has the same core cast from the previous film except for Neve Campbell aka the iconic Sidney Prescott. Set around the four survivors of the Ghostface murders, the…

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Scream VI (2023)

If there’s a horror franchise no one should’ve expected to continue for over 20 years, it's Scream. Every entry has found something new to say about the horror films it both pays tribute to and makes fun of while delivering visceral thrills and compelling mysteries. Scream VI, starts promisingly but winds up delivering mostly more of what we’ve seen before rather than innovating, which is a disappointment. It’s still worth seeing but isn’t essential, and when you’re this deep into a franchise, you need to be.

It’s been one year since the events of Scream V. In New York City, Sam and Tara Carpenter (Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega), along with Chad and Mindy Meeks-Martin (Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown) are brought in for interrogation after a string of murders committed by someone dressed in a Ghostface costume. In no time, Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox) is there reporting and everyone receives threatening phone calls from someone who wants to continue the “movie” Richie Kirsch and Amber Freeman started. With everyone and their roommates (which include Tara’s roommate, played by Liana Liberato, Chad’s roommate, played by Jack Champion and Mindy’s girlfriend, played by Devyn Nekoda) threatened, are they supposed to stay close together and keep an eye on each other, or stay apart and risk being alone when the killer shows up?

The meta angle of this film is that it is not really a continuation of the Scream franchise; it’s a sequel to 2022’s Scream a.k.a. Scream 5 and a post-revival, post requel sequel. This means - in theory - that Ghostface is “the main character” in the same way Jason Voorhees or Freddy Krueger were in the later chapters of their series. Ghostface is now the face of the franchise. Everyone else is expendable, to be replaced with new victims in the future so we can have a steady flow of blood and gore. It also means that we’re now following Tara, Sam, Chad and Mindy - rather than legacy characters like Sidney (Neve Campbell doesn’t appear in the film) - but we still have a link to the past for old fans thanks to Gale. That’s neat, but the downside is that ultimately, it’s doing a lot of what Scream 2 was doing, because Scream 5 was “a do-over” of Scream. Aside from a scene that breaks down the rules of this movie (and one after the credits that's pretty rad), there isn’t much here that feels novel. Aside from a few scenes where characters start becoming slightly indestructible, however, it’s still a well-made whodunnit that will keep you guessing.

Once more, the film’s success comes from the characters. We’ve only met the “core four” one movie ago but already, the thought of them getting killed or grievously injured fills you with anxiety. There’s something about these young performers, their camaraderie and the way they fit in the film that makes you want to see them live. A part of us also wants to see people die, however, so we get plenty of carnage. The killings are particularly brutal and there are a good amount of laughs thrown in too. Basically, everything you want to see in a Scream movie is present. This chapter brings a couple of novel elements to the killing floor, with one attack in a grocery store being particularly effective. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a slasher movie do that trick. Then, there’s the mystery aspect, which is also satisfying. The script by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick keeps you wondering. As you think you're ready to reveal your prediction, someone bites the dust, or narrowly survives an attack (to be fair the latter doesn’t even necessarily clear them, since several of the films have featured multiple killers). The conclusion is particularly well done, even as it sometimes approaches the realm of "preposterous" because it elegantly wipes the slate clean should we get more of these.

What sort of place Scream VI has in the series will be determined by what follows. If we get a weak Scream VII, or nothing at all, the best this film can hope for is to be watched as part of a Scream marathon that's determined to go on to the end. I have some reservations about Scream VI but can already feel this story growing on me, mostly for some clever meta aspects, the core characters, for Gale, and for Roger L. Jackson as the voice of Ghostface. (June 29, 2023)

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Scream: Revenge of the Scream

I think the trick in the Scream franchise is, if you put on the Ghost Face Mask, you instantly get superhuman athletic abilities and stealth. It does not matter what your background is, if you put on the Ghost Face mask and grab a knife, you can outmuscle anyone and anything. But as soon as you take if off you’re a bag of meat.

What is this movie?

It’s Scream VI.

How scary is it?

The Ghost Face masks still looks cool and this one’s pretty suspenseful and intense, moreso than most of these movies.

Although it’s not scary for me because I know I would solo all of the Ghost Faces.

Jump Scares?

Yeah, Ghost Face pops out of places.

Is there blood and gore?

More than usual in these Scream movies. It gets pretty filthy actually.

How dumb are the characters?

Not that dumb, but I mean, they routinely split off in moments where they should know they are being hunted.

“We’re the temple of Ghost Face? I’m going to storm off and sit alone by myself.”

Does the story make logical sense if you think about it too long?

No, but you could probably rationalize certain things.

So...

This is the most intense Scream movie actually. It was a bit darker feeling than the one before, but it still had some corn toward the climax (in a good way). It really leveraged the New York setting better than basically any other movie I’ve seen in New York in the past while, and a lot of movies are set in New York. It feels tight, claustrophobic.

There’s some good character work, and I do like Sam and Mindy in particular. Sam has the most interesting arc and Mindy is just charismatic. It’s fun that Kirby also appears, for some reason.

Anyways, 8/10. I have a lot of spoiler-y thoughts below. I wanna talk about the ladder scene.

I watched Chad get stabbed and thought, “Yup, that’s as definitive a death as there can be, man got eviscerated.” I swear, man matched Dewey’s whole career.

Kirby got fully loaded too, shot and stabbed multiple times and walked it off.

I recognized Tony Revolori’s voice in the beginning and thought, “Damn, I just found out who the killer was” then he popped out and I thought, “Damn they’re doing this movie from Ghost Face’s perspective, which is sick.” They should honestly do that.

“I’m not a murderer” she says to a man she stabbed a good 30 times, who, for some reason, thinks he’s going to live.

I didn’t think the killer reveal was that bad. It wasn’t as good as Jack Quaid being the killer, but I mean, I like how the boy looked like Jack Quaid a bit. Could be his younger brother!

I literally stop being intimidated by Ghost Face as soon as they take off their mask. They only had strength in numbers here.

I kept expecting Sam to kick it up a notch earlier. In the ladder scene, she was the only non-wounded person. Unless you believe that she should have been the first to go because “save what you can,” I think she should have been the last on the ladder. She was the only one strong enough to hold the door against Ghost Face. Also, she’s got that Ghost Face killer instinct but just did not use it here. A 60-year-old dude is banging against the wall, but she could have found any blunt object to attack back with. I hope the next Scream uses the idea of the survivors having their own Ghost Face on their side more. Sam should be bodying these clowns.

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At last I take a stab at Scream VI, after having previously watched the entire Scream franchise for the first time beforehand - what did I make of the latest entry in the saga, where the action moves from California to New York?

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The sound of a phone ringing and an accompanied scream. Scream VI may open with a nod to old beginnings, but it marks a new one. It’s the first in the franchise without Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), as a new generation stands alone against Ghostface. A movie under the Scream title without Sidney is hard to fathom, but Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett succeed in making it stand apart from the rest. While the script does have many issues, the franchise’s latest is bigger and bloodier than ever. Ghostface is let loose in New York City, equalling stabbier stabs and killer violence.

Continue reading my review here.

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Recently Viewed: Scream VI

[The following review contains MAJOR SPOILERS; YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!]

The Scream formula is nothing if not dependable. At this point, fans know exactly what to expect from the first few minutes of each film: a short, self-contained teaser that features an established celebrity/rising star being stalked, taunted, tormented, and butchered before the opening credits roll. Of course, every new installment deconstructs this trope to some extent, from simple escalation (Scream 2, which sets the scene in a densely crowded public space) to mild subversion (the fifth entry’s would-be victim manages to survive her harrowing encounter with the killer) to straight-up postmodern absurdism (Scream 4 begins with the characters watching a cheesy, derivative, painfully “meta” horror flick about… characters watching a cheesy, derivative, painfully “meta” horror flick).

[FINAL WARNING: SPOILERS BELOW THE BREAK!]

Initially, Scream VI’s contribution to the tradition feels comparatively vanilla and uninspired: an attractive young woman on a blind date is lured into a dark, ominous alley, where she is quickly and unceremoniously gutted like a fish. Rather than abruptly cutting to black, however, the frame lingers on her blood-soaked corpse. The murderer leans in to admire his handiwork… and casually removes his mask, revealing his identity to the audience before the title card has even appeared—a major departure from the series’ usual “whodunit” structure. From there, he returns to his apartment to rendezvous with his accomplice. Instead, he finds himself on the other end of the knife, thoroughly filleted by a significantly more competent and efficient slasher. The wannabe Ghostface pathetically pleads for his life, insisting that he only wanted to “finish [his predecessor’s] movie.”

“Who gives a fuck about movies?” his rival retorts as he delivers the coup de grâce.

This seemingly straightforward line of dialogue leaves one hell of an impression. This time, it implies, the villain isn’t merely a deranged cinephile, thus depriving our protagonists of their greatest advantage: their encyclopedic knowledge of genre clichés and conventions. The “rules” no longer apply: nothing is sacred and everybody is vulnerable—lending the otherwise familiar narrative a delightfully (albeit not excessively) unpredictable flavor. Scream VI isn’t the franchise’s best effort, nor is it my personal favorite, but it is gleefully gory, charmingly campy, and a whole lot of fun. 

After so many sequels, “requels,” reboots, and reimaginings, I’d consider that a resounding success.

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Scream Series: A 2023 Ranking

The Halloween season is again upon us, it seemed like as good a time as any to revisit and update a post of mine from nearly two years ago about my favorite horror film series now six films in. What has always appealed to me is the underlying mystery in each film. Who will don the Ghostface persona this time? Who will live to see another sunrise? Who will die at the killer’s hand? Add to this the fact the murderer is always human, never supernatural, and you have the ingredients for an intriguing story. It could happen to you.

6.  Scream 4 (2011)

Woodsboro, California is once again haunted by a killer donning the Ghostface costume fifteen years after the original massacre. Can the Woodsboro survivors stop the killings in time, or will the culprit be successful in completing his or her morbid plan? I loved the commentary on celebrity and social media. The kills were also among the most gruesome in the entire series and very creative. That said, the so-called rules presented by wannabe Randys were the least believable, and (I’m not sure if this age catching up with me) the teenagers were very self-absorbed, and hard to like. Only Kirby and maybe Trevor and Robbie were in anyway likable. The motivation was horribly shallow and a pale imitation of the original. I loved the ending death an ironic nature of the news broadcasts. Ultimately, I do not hate this film. I like all of them in series, but this appeals to me the least and one film had to come in last.

5.  Scream 5 aka Scream (2022)

Twenty-six years have passed from the first attacks in Woodsboro, and someone is attacking relatives of the original group.  What sort of game does the Ghostface killer have in mind this time?  What secret could have could have caused Sam Carpenter to leave Woodsboro all those years ago?  Will the survivors of the previous attacks escape again?  It can be fun to revisit the origins of franchise and this one does not disappoint.  The rules are fit the Scream universe in general, and the new characters are all great. The motivation is an excellent commentary on toxic fandoms.  I adore the return of “Red Right Hand” by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds and the clever tribute to the late Wes Craven.  Overall, this film is at a solid fifth place.

4.  Scream 2 (1997)

Another string of murders involving Ghostface occur in and around Windsor College in Ohio one year after Woodsboro. A copycat killer is on the loose who will not rest until the survivors of the Woodsboro Massacre are dead and plans on taking out others along the way starting with a young couple at an early screening of Stab. The deaths were more gruesome, and, like many fans, I was upset by one that I will not mention so as not to spoil it for those who haven’t seen it. This film is a solid sequel, the rules masterful, and the mastermind behind it all one of the best in the series. I rank this fourth in my favorites not because of its quality, but due to my other preferences.

3.  Scream 3 (2000)

Three years after the events at Windsor, someone is killing the cast of Stab 3 in and around Hollywood, California dressed as Ghostface and leaving pictures of Maureen Prescott with handwritten notes on the back. Someone doesn’t want secrets of the past to remain buried and is willing to kill in order to draw out the Woodsboro survivors. Many have considered this the worst in the series, and I can understand why. The characters don’t have as much depth (with the exception of Jennifer), the story less plausible, and the kills the least gruesome (partially from the aftermath of the Columbine Massacre). That said, I usually consider this now my third favorite in the series. The rules are solid, I love the callbacks to the first film, and the culprit is my favorite out of the lineup (though the execution could have been better). It feels like the concluding chapter of a trilogy, and I have more fun watching it than most of the others.

2.  Scream VI (2023)

It’s lead up to Halloween, one year later, in New York City; what better way to stalk your victims than to hide in plane sight among the revelers?  Only this time, some seems to be counting down leaving behind masks from the previous attacks.  What will happen when once the clock strikes one?  Why are the past attacks so significant?  Can the survivors safely navigate The City That Never Sleeps without also being cut down themselves?  While I understand the frustration many had with the absence of an important member of the cast, I can say the absence of that person did not pull the film down.  The cast is excellent, the Rules of a Franchise amusing, and the various twists shocking.  This one had all the fun nostalgia of the third film with none of its drawbacks and mixes it with the most appropriate of holidays.  All of it was enough to land a second-place finish.

1.  Scream (1996)

A year after the rape and murder of Maureen Prescott, the town of Woodsboro, California is plagued by a string of murders committed by a villain wearing a Halloween costume, wielding a knife, and taunting victims through various phone calls. Someone has watched too many horror films and is taking things way too seriously. Can Sidney Prescott and her friends survive? As with any horror franchise, it is always difficult to outdo the original. I adore this cast of characters, the Rules of Surviving a Horror Movies, and the shocking ending with believable motives. It has yet to be supplanted as my favorite in the series.

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Scream VI Movie Review

Following the latest Ghostface killings, the four survivors leave Woodsboro behind and start a fresh chapter. The film serves as a sequel to Scream (2022) and as the sixth installment in the Scream franchise.

There was so much to love about the latest installment in the Scream franchise, which is a must-watch for me. I enjoyed it from start to finish. I was so excited to see Samara Weaving starring in the opening scenes, as I had absolutely loved her in Ready Or Not with directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. The opening is fun, interesting and different, and I really loved how it was changed up a bit in this instance. It certainly added an extra level of drama and intrigue to the narrative. The casting was great and I enjoyed the addition of the new characters, including those from Tony Revolori and Dermot Mulroney.

What I especially loved about Scream VI was that we got more of a chance to really connect with the characters that were introduced in the previous film. Whilst I had adored Sam immediately, and also liked Tara, for the most part I found the new characters kind of boring. That changed for me in this film. The characters were more well developed and their interactions with each other were much improved. That being said, Sam is still easily the most entertaining character and I loved that the narrative delved a bit more into her psyche. I can’t wait to see more of her. Whilst I was devastated when I learned that Neve Campbell would not reprise her role as Sidney Prescott (though understandable), I was excited to learn that Hayden Panettiere would be coming back as Kirby. There were plenty of moments for Kirby to shine throughout the narrative, and though it seemed a bit random to bring her back as an FBI agent, I think it worked well both in terms of character development and driving the plot forward.

The change of scenery from Woodsboro to New York City because the characters are going to university is reminiscent of Scream 2 – and this is not the only point of comparison between the two films. It’s interesting because Scream VI is technically the sequel of Scream 2022, so these are clearly deliberate choices. I won’t go into details because I would hate to ruin the film for anyone, but as a massive Scream fan, I didn’t just enjoy the narrative, I loved picking out all of the parallels, and certainly there were ones I missed that people pointed out to me later on. That’s part of the fun of Scream, because it’s so meta and self-referential that there are countless elements of the film to enjoy.

As always, I enjoyed the thriller elements, and the suspense that pervades the entirety of the film. There were plenty of fun reveals and twists, and I did enjoy the final fight scenes, even if some of it was predictable. There were certainly elements that I had guessed correctly, but the writers definitely tricked me a number of times. It made sense in the end, which is all you can ask for.

My review for Scream (2022)

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New York, New Rules: Scream VI Review

Pictured above is the “Scream VI” poster.

Image credit: Paramount Pictures and SPYGLASS Media Group

One year ago, Scream (2022) slashed its way into theaters, and it received critical acclaim while being a box office hit making $138.9 million at the box office. It was a beautiful tribute to series creator Wes Craven and as I said in my Scream (2022) review, I almost teared up. So, lets just cut to the chase and go straight into my spoiler free thoughts on this latest entry into the “Scream” franchise.

Scream VI is a 2023 slasher horror film directed by the Radio Silence team consisting of Matt-Bettinelli Olpin and Tyler Gillet. Scream VI is produced by Kevin Williamson, Courteney Cox, and Gary Barber. The cast involves Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers, Melissa Barrera as Sam Carpenter, Jenna Ortega as Tara Carpenter, Jasmin Savoy Brown as Mindy Meeks-Martin, Mason Gooding as Chad Meeks-Martin, Skeet Ulrich as Billy Loomis, and Roger Jackson as “The Voice”.

The Plot:

Four survivors of the Ghostface murders leave Woodsboro behind for a fresh start in New York City. However, they soon find themselves in a fight for their lives when a new killer embarks on a bloody rampage.

Positives:

One positive I have about Scream VI was how sadistic Ghostface was, this version of Ghostface wanted to take out the characters by any means necessary. The thought of not knowing who the killer in a massive city such as New York is terrifying. The chase scenes were thrilling, the kills were brutal, and the dialogue Ghostface gets gave me chills.

Pictured above is Ghostface with a shotgun in the already iconic bodega scene.

Image Credit: Paramount Pictures and SPYGLASS Media Group

The second positive I have was how well the characters were done, each character was likeable, and they built up the suspense factor because you had no idea who lives or dies. I also appreciated how they subverted your expectations in this movie. I’m glad that the killer reveal wasn’t as obvious as other movies.

Pictured above is Sam and Tara Carpenter hiding from Ghostface.

Image Credit: Paramount Pictures and SPYGLASS Media Group

The final positive I have about this movie was the performances of each cast member. Each character’s dialogue felt organic and natural. The characters were as I said likeable, and I felt so sad after a certain character died. The characters left a mark in their own way in my opinion.

Pictured above is the Ghostface mask.

Image Credit: Paramount Pictures and SPYGLASS Media Group

Negatives:

The only negative I can think of is that some scenes went by a little quick and I couldn’t process what was happening. Other than that, I think this might be one of the better horror movies to come out earlier this year (Don’t get me wrong I enjoyed them, but not as much as this). Well, I guess this is just a knit pick, I felt like some of the main characters were invincible regardless if they were stabbed multiple times.

My overall thoughts:

After watching Scream VI, I would like to see more of this world and hopefully we get a Scream VII after Hollywood sorts out whatever is going on. This movie delivered on its scares, thrills, and chills the “Scream” franchise is known for.

Where to watch Scream VI?

Paramount+

Digital retailers

Blu-Ray and DVD

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Scream VI Mini-Review

Scream VI is the latest entry in the long-running horror franchise and the sequel to the meta-reboot-quel by the Radio Silence crew. 

If I had to summarize Scream VI in one word it would be ‘satisfying’. Satisfying in its approach to the various character arcs, Easter eggs, set pieces, etc. Everything was just so damn satisfying.

The film has probably one of the most shocking opening sequences since the original Scream film and really leans into the legacy of this series Which is fitting because this film stays pretty focused on the notion of legacy and what it means to families just as much as franchises. Thematically, it’s a return to the first few films. Melissa Barrera takes these weighty ideas and runs with it, injecting a ton of personality into our lead, Sam Carpenter (just for the record, I thought she was fantastic in Scream V, but I do have to agree she brings her A-game here). She’s given probably the fullest and most intriguing arcs in the entire film, and nails it.

 Jenna Ortega’s returning Tara is likewise giving it her-all, as is the rest of the ‘core four’ (dubbed in-character by the surviving gang from the last film). Of course, it wouldn’t be Scream without some mysterious and untrustworthy additions to the cast and friend-circle and all the newcomers are all pleasant additions. 

Radio Silence really upped their game here with one especially harrowing ladder sequence (which, quality of the film aside, isn’t really worth the 3D). The film is a visual feast in general, every whodunnit clue felt fair and this time they spun me for a loop and I fell right into a red herring. 

This film is a must-see, despite - and probably even enhanced by surprisingly enough- Neve Campbell’s absence, it’s time Sydney Prescott got a break, she’s earned it and the ‘core four’ is finally finding their footing.

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Scream VI 2023 Movie Review The Latest Ghostface Killings

INTRODUCTION

For the upcoming release of the weekend and since Tu Jhoothi​​​​​​Main Makkaar was out as a theatrical release after the working day, I had time for a theatrical release over the weekend. And I thought a lot, so I decided to watch the new English slasher movie "Scream 6" in a theater near me. Scream has officially become one of my favorite slasher franchises, now in its third decade at the time of writing this review. Read More Review

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Grave Review: Scream VI **SPOILER FREE** - 03/10/2023

I just got back from seeing Scream VI in the cinema, and I just have to give you all a quick spoiler free review of what I thought. Give you a hint: I loved it!

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A Review of “Scream VI (2023)”

The previous film, Scream V, was surprisingly enjoyable. It came out 11 years after Scream 4 and it was the first to not be directed by Wes Craven. It felt like it shouldn't have worked, but it did! Now after a significantly smaller gap of just 1 year, we have another instalment in the Scream franchise. Does it continue to be a slashing entry or is this going to be the first to fall flat on its face?

Firstly, I love the change in setting for this film. Bringing the franchise out of Woodsboro made this a more interesting entry. We get to see Ghostface kill in the city and that leads to a lot of interesting set pieces. A memorable one was Ghostface hiding amongst other Halloween people on a subway. These scenes are incredibly tense and suspenseful. I also love how brutal this new Ghostface is. The way they stab their victims, hunt the main characters and hurt anyone in their way is unsettling. The opening scene was also a terrific way of subverting expectations. The mystery surrounding the new Ghostface is engaging and effective in its execution. Neve Campbell does not return as Sidney for the first time in the series due to a pay dispute which is a shame. However, I think the way her character is handled is done respectfully. Her absence leads to a focus on the characters from Scream V and it makes the film a lot better.

On that note, Melissa and Jenna return as Sam and Tara respectively from Scream V and I liked them more here. I liked how both characters handled the traumatic events in that film. Sam is very cautious and protective of her sister since the event but Tara just wants to move on. I especially enjoyed Sam's struggle with her inner darkness which was hinted at in the previous film. The surviving supporting cast from Scream V also has more depth this time with their friendship with Sam and Tara being more meaningful. Courteney Cox returns as Gale and despite being a small role, she has an enjoyable and tense scene with Ghostface. The biggest surprise was Hayden Panettiere returning as Kirby from Scream 4. The last we saw of her was her getting stabbed and bleeding out so it was a surprise to see her alive. I enjoyed seeing how she also changed since Scream 4. She is more hardened and resolved but unlike with Sidney, it's hard to tell if it is truly genuine or if she is Ghostface.

Nevertheless, I do have some issues with it. My biggest is characters surviving fatal wounds. Some characters would get stabbed in the gut and leg but still have loads of energy to fight with no issues. You could argue that it is Adrenaline but it is kind of weird. Some characters survive getting stabbed dozens of times which is just plain ridiculous. It felt like they were scared to kill off characters. The story also relies on plot conveniences and incompetent cops. The Ghostface is hunting our main characters and none of the police think to stay with them. Once it is revealed who is Ghostface, their plan feels a bit ridiculous and also feels like it could have easily been uncovered if anyone from the police or FBI weren't dumb.

Overall, Scream continues to deliver refreshing movies in the slasher genre. 6 movies in and there isn't a terrible movie in the franchise. I hope whatever future entry this franchise has, that continues to do something new and exciting.

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