Valentine
Valentine is a romantic comedy/drama television series that aired on The CW and City in Canada from October 5, 2008 to July 19, 2009. The series was created by Kevin Murphy, who also serves as executive producer alongside Courtney Conte. The show was produced by Media Rights Capital and aired on Sundays at 8:00pm. On November 20, 2008, CW pulled Valentine along with Easy Money. However, the series returned on Sunday, June 28, 2009 to begin burning off the remaining unaired episodes. The show's only season averaged 0.72 million viewers and 0.2 demo in Adults 18-49.
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Plot Summary
Five years after a tragic Valentine's Day tragedy in junior high, a group of friends receive anonymous Valentine's cards from a mysterious admirer. When one of them is brutally murdered, the friends realize that the killer is back and determined to exact revenge. They must uncover the identity of the stalker before they all become victims.
Critical Reception
Valentine was largely met with negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and derivative of earlier slasher films. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a lukewarm box office performance. It has since gained a cult following among horror fans for its campy elements.
What Reviewers Say
- Panned for its unoriginality and reliance on horror clichés.
- Criticized for a predictable plot and weak character development.
- Some viewers appreciated its gore and attempts at suspense, despite its flaws.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the film to be a generic slasher that offers little new to the genre. Some viewers enjoyed the predictable scares and the holiday-themed premise, while others felt it was forgettable.
Fun Fact
Director Jamie Blanks also directed the 2001 horror film 'Urban Legends: Final Cut'.
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