It’s always someone you know.|Jan. 12, 2022|United States|114 Min.|R
Genre: Horror;Mystery;Thriller;Violence(Slasher)
Description: The 2022 film *Scream* offers a complex storyline, though this review will avoid spoilers to keep the plot surprises intact. The entire cast delivers exceptional performances, with no weak links in the ensemble. The new additions—Melissa Barrera, Jack Quaid, Jenna Ortega, Dylan Minnette, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Mikey Madison, and Sonia Ben Ammar—shine in their roles. Quaid, Barrera, and Ortega particularly stand out, while returning stars like David Arquette, Courteney Cox, and Neve Campbell also impress, despite their more limited screen time.
The *Scream* franchise has always been self-aware, blending meta-commentary with horror tropes, and this installment continues that tradition. While some might find its social commentary heavy-handed, it resonates deeply with the current state of the horror genre and Hollywood. Personally, I believe this should mark the end of the series, as further entries could risk making it feel stale. Unless new tropes emerge in the future, this film serves as a fitting conclusion to the iconic franchise.
Cast director: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin
Cast actor: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Jack Quaid, Mikey Madison, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Dylan Minnette, Mason Gooding
Original name: Scream