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This movie has a lot of heart, and the the three main characters are really endearing.
I keep going back to this film after watching the sequels. The sequels are very good, but this one is much more wholesome in a weird way.
I think the best films are ones with characters you can truly empathize with.
There are technical films, and then there are character films. This is a bit of both, and I love the practical affects and camera movements. The camerawork has a certain kinetic energy that reminds me of Sam Raimi's best films. But none of it feels forced or showy.
The music is great (except for some dated orchestra hits), and there is something I noticed on re-watch that made the park scene so effective.
The lack of music at the park scene really sells it. I love the hand-held camera work, and it feels more economic than "shaky-cam".
The two lead performances are great. I feel like I went to school with girls just like these two. The physicality of Bridgette specifically is really well done. You can tell how she feels and thinks by just her posture and eye-movements. This is great direction and a really well done performance as it's appropriately inert, but still being likable.
I think of some of my favorite horror movies, and they typically have two main layers. I actually think this is similar to Shaun of The Dead, as the horror/werewolf is a backdrop to the personal drama going on.
Bridgette and Ginger are dealing with very real, and very relatable issues. The horror is simply an impetus for their character arcs. With Shaun of the Dead, we have personal drama and character arcs that get launched by the horror around them.
There is some subdued comedy here also. I can see the writer's room thinking up lines for the teenagers to think about the drama and less of the horror in front of them. I can see a cheap writer making these two characters dump and vapid, but the filmmakers are much more mature for that.
Anyway, I could go on and on but I think this is what horror is about.
It's not about gore, or violence or special affects. It's about personal drama and empathetic characters, and sometimes there's horror.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
03/21/25
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Jacob C
Grungy and raw. Ginger Snaps was truly ahead of its time with social overtones that remain relevant to modern day society.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
02/05/25
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Avery C
Ginger Snaps is such a wild ride—a weird, chaotic mix of cringe, horror, and absurdity that somehow keeps you entertained the whole time. It’s a coming-of-age werewolf story, but it’s anything but traditional. The awkward dialogue and over-the-top acting actually add to its charm, and the way it dives into grotesque body horror and totally unhinged moments leaves you constantly asking, “What is even happening?” At the same time, the movie uses werewolf mythology as this clever metaphor for puberty and the messiness of growing up. Ginger’s transformation isn’t just physical; it’s emotional too, and watching her newfound power and rebellion put a strain on her bond with her sister makes the story surprisingly heartfelt. The lead actresses really nail the complicated sister dynamic, which makes it hit even harder when things fall apart. Sure, there are a few flaws—like the drawn-out antidote plot (seriously, why didn’t they make extra?) and some loose ends with their mom—but none of that takes away from how unique and memorable this movie is. It’s not just a monster movie; it’s a raw and emotional story about sisterhood and growing up. Whether you’re laughing at the ridiculousness, squirming at the gore, or just stunned by the chaos, it’s an experience you won’t forget. It’s definitely a weird one, but I’d recommend it to anyone who loves a good mix of horror, dark humor, and heartfelt storytelling. This movie reminded me of Jennifer’s Body with the whole vibe and storytelling and themes
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
12/21/24
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Kelly A
Ginger Snaps is a wild ride of a movie, a perfect blend of cringe, chaos, and outright absurdity that leaves you simultaneously uneasy and thoroughly entertained. It’s one of those films where you keep asking yourself, “What is this, and why am I watching?”, but you also can’t bring yourself to look away. For all its flaws, it’s undeniably memorable and, dare I say, kind of great in its own peculiar way.
The film is a coming of age werewolf story, but its execution is anything but traditional. The cringe worthy dialogue and over the top performances somehow amplify the film’s weird charm. It doesn’t shy away from awkwardness, instead diving headfirst into its campy, melodramatic vibe. This movie isn’t polished or subtle, it’s raw, bizarre, and at times hilariously bad. Yet, that’s what makes it so fun.
What really stood out to me was how unsettling it could be. From the grotesque body horror to the increasingly unhinged behavior of its characters, Ginger Snaps keeps your jaw on the floor for most of its runtime. It’s the kind of movie that thrives on making you squirm, laugh, and shout, “What is happening?!” all at the same time.
This is a film best enjoyed with friends, where you can collectively react to the absurdity on screen. Whether you’re laughing at its ridiculousness or grimacing at its more grotesque moments, it’s an experience you won’t forget anytime soon. Ginger Snaps may not be a traditionally “good” movie, but it’s one of those gloriously bad films that’s impossible not to love
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Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars
12/20/24
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Andy R
This was another great movie that I really enjoyed watching. This movie had an incredible take on the werewolf genre, blending horror, drama, and dark humor into a thrilling experience. From the start of the movie the two sisters are obsessed with death as they stage death scenes as a morbid hobby. The movie does an excellent job of using werewolf mythology as a metaphor for puberty and chaos of adolescence. Gingers transformation isn’t just physical its emotional as it portrays the confusion and rebellion of growing up. It’s a bit relatable that after her newfound power and sexuality, abandoning her sister makes a shift in their relationship makes the film more appreciative. The performance by the two leads are outstanding as it captures the complexity of sisterhood and the strain that Ginger's transformation puts on their bond. The only thing I can occasionally complain about the movie was handling the antidote as it felt extremely slow and its pretty crazy that they didnt prepare multiple doses in advance. I was really confused on what happened to the mother after the party and also it was really hard to see on of my favorite characters meet such an end. Despite theses minor flaws this movie really stands out as a masterpiece in this genre. This movie isn’t just a monster movie but a story about sisterhood, adolescence, and how the process of growing up is a painful process. I cant recommend this movie enough as it takes such a unique take on werewolves and its such a heart wrenching movie.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
12/19/24
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Alejandro E
I honestly thought at first that this film isn't going to be as good as I thought it would be until I watched it. I love it as a teen werewolf drama, Turning Red wished it would be like this movie; involving the typical teen age and social norms of what its like to be in highschool is great. To make it better the drama for this film shows when the time comes around and how they do it is amazing; symbolism for female teens going through their maturity stages involving having periods but rather turning into a wolf where these two sister aren't normal so why not make growing up be not normal. The whole emo and gritty writing of this film sets it to be better than what it should be. I would watch this and maybe the other films during Halloween. The story premise I do enjoy for the fact of it being a creature in a small town that kills dogs; turns out to be a werewolf that can transfer over to the next host like a virus. It also deals with sisterly love and what actions they do to each other will lead to death or love, it makes this a film for siblings going through tuff times and having a relationship with better. The practical effects and creature design are alright in my opinion but for Ginger and her human look changes how she looked before and after as if she had a medical makeup. For the title I didn't realize until the name Ginger was said in the film, it makes sense for the title to be about Ginger snapping but not a ginger snapping; a play on words for those who can recognize it.
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Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars
12/18/24
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