

Scream
Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a new killer has donned the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town’s deadly past.
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Plot Summary
Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a new killer emerges, adopting the Ghostface mask and targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town's deadly past. Sidney Prescott and other past survivors must band together to stop the killings.
Critical Reception
Scream (2022) was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its meta-commentary on horror franchises, nostalgic callbacks to the original films, and effective scares. While some critics found it derivative, many appreciated its fresh take on the slasher genre and its ability to balance homage with new ideas.
What Reviewers Say
- Successfully blends nostalgic callbacks with fresh scares and meta-commentary.
- Appreciated for its clever commentary on the state of horror sequels and reboots.
- Praised for its strong performances, particularly from the new cast members.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, highlighting its effective scares, entertaining plot, and respectful continuation of the beloved franchise. Many praised the new cast while appreciating the return of original characters.
Fun Fact
The film's directors, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, are part of the filmmaking collective Radio Silence, which previously garnered attention for their horror films 'Ready or Not' and 'Southbound'.
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