Salem's Lot

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Chris N No Bite: This adaptation of "Salem's Lot" is a missed opportunity that fails to capture the essence of Stephen King's classic horror novel. The film feels rushed and disjointed, as if key scenes and transitions were hastily cut to fit the feature-length runtime. This results in a choppy narrative that leaves viewers struggling to piece together the story. With a longer runtime, the film might have been able to tell the story in the comprehensive way it clearly aspired to. Sadly, I Really wanted to love this film however, the horror elements, which should be the film's strongest suit, fall flat. The vampires, while visually striking, lack the menacing presence needed to instill fear. The film's attempts at suspense are undermined by predictable plot twists and a lack of genuine tension. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 01/14/25 Full Review Ryan M A passably standard old-school vampire movie with just the right amount of camp. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/14/25 Full Review Leandro C Once for all: Salem´s Lot cannot be adapted into a single movie. It has to be a series with at least two seasons. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/14/25 Full Review SkyRo P The new adaptation of "Salem's Lot" is a horror film that takes a surprising turn, and not in a good way. I went into it expecting a faithful reboot of the original classic, which has left an indelible mark on the genre and instilled fear in audiences for years. Instead, this version veers off into a completely different territory. While it retains the core idea of being set in Salem's Lot, the film introduces a twist where the dead come back not just as zombies but as vampires. You’re bitten, you die, and then you rise again as a vampire. Unfortunately, this interpretation feels like a significant misstep, stripping away the historical essence of the original and turning it into something more akin to a farce. The infamous scene featuring a floating vampire outside a child’s window is particularly disappointing, marred by subpar CGI and lackluster acting. The overall plot and storyline are just as weak, leaving much to be desired. It’s baffling to see an acclaimed actress like Viola Davis associated with this film; it raises questions about her decision-making. Did she even read the script? It’s hard to believe she would willingly lend her talent to such a poorly executed project. In short, this film is a complete disaster. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone, and I certainly wouldn’t watch it again—even if offered a substantial sum of money. It would take a significant incentive to sit through nearly two hours of this trainwreck. Save your time and seek out something that does justice to the horror genre instead. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/14/25 Full Review Karin F After literally just a few minutes, you can tell this is directed by someone who has directed lots of horror movies that are popular right now. It has the same dark feel, with odd angles and weird dialogue. Although I like the horror of now, the Nun, Conjuring etc, I am sad that Salems Lot has had this tint to it. The adaptation I watched ( after reading the book ) with David Soul and James Mason will always be the one to beat! I wish this 2024 version had the heart that version had. Sadly, I just didn't overly care about these characters, although, yes I did know them. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/11/25 Full Review Erik D I have some faded memories of the original movie. But not enough to truly compare this one to the original. But I think this new movie was not bad at all. Not a masterpiece by any means. But I enjoyed it Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/30/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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