Scream VI
Scream VI

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Scream VI

2023
Movie
123 min
English

Following the latest Ghostface killings, the four survivors leave Woodsboro behind and start a fresh chapter.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users91%
Director: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler GillettGenres: Horror, Mystery, Slasher

Plot Summary

Following the latest Ghostface killings, the four survivors leave Woodsboro behind for a fresh start in New York City. However, they soon find themselves in a desperate fight for their lives as a new killer emerges, seemingly connected to the previous attacks. The group must race against time to uncover the killer's identity and motive before they become the next victims.

Critical Reception

Scream VI received generally positive reviews from critics and was a box office success, praised for its intense action, creative kills, and expansion of the franchise into a new setting. While some critics noted a familiar formula, audiences largely embraced the film's fresh take and escalating stakes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brutal and creative kills, leaning into the slasher elements.

  • Appreciated for taking the franchise to a new, exciting urban setting.

  • Lauded for its strong performances from the returning cast, particularly Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed Scream VI, highlighting its scary moments, satisfying scares, and effective use of the New York City backdrop. Many viewers felt it was a strong installment that successfully delivered on the franchise's signature blend of horror and meta-commentary.

Fun Fact

The iconic Ghostface mask in Scream VI was intentionally distressed and weathered to appear more menacing and aged, reflecting the killer's relentless pursuit and the film's darker tone.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

8 reviews
r96sk

r96sk

There's a good film in there, but the ultra lame characters just suck out any interest I have in <em>'Scream VI'</em>. I felt similarly about 2022's <em>'Scream'</em>, in that the legacy ones are solid though the newcomers just lack any ...

Adson68

Adson68

Pretty much what I expected from the fifth installment of a franchise that ended after its second - i.e., bad. Gale Weathers makes an appearance, but the original cast is gone. At the start, the main character walks up to some guy and sa...

JPV852

JPV852

Not bad although not great and probably the second weakest in the franchise only ahead of Scream 3. Still, some decent kills and an okay twist but not sure how memorable this entry will be.

Nathan

Nathan

Scream VI is bloodier and more gruesome than its predecessor, but that does not make up for an average plot and rushed first act. This movie is a tale of two halves for me. The first half was pretty messy, with a lot of new characters in...

CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Now I did approach this with some trepidation. I positively hated the puerile outing for "Ghostface" from last year. Still, it could hardly be much worse - and, as it happens, is actually really rather better. The plot still reminds me of s...

Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ www.firstshowing.net/2023/review-radio-silences-horror-sequel-scream-vi-is-satisfying-enough/ "Scream VI is satisfying enough as another sequel. The new location and sets bring much-needed freshness to the fran...

Rela Blue Jones

Rela Blue Jones

Scream VI has the "killer" trademark opening kill we've all come to expect and it does not disappoint! The fresh setting (in New York City) is a welcome twist. While it is somewhat self-referential it is not nearly as much on that vibe a...

The Movie Mob

The Movie Mob

**Scream VI cranks up the violence, paranoia, and chaos but also enhances the character development and story, making the new directors' second entry even better than I had hoped!** I have been hyped and anxiously anticipating this movie...

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