As a proud father and avid movie enthusiast, I can confidently say that Andy Muschietti’s 2017 masterpiece, “It,” left an indelible mark on both my family and I. The film was not just a horror flick; it was a testament to friendship, trauma, and the universal fear of clowns (thanks to Bill Skarsgård’s chilling portrayal of Pennywise).
In 2017, Andy Muschietti’s film, “It,” represented a modernized version of the Stephen King adaptation that originally appeared on television in 1990. Notable cast members included Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise, Sophia Lillis as Beverly Marsh, and Finn Wolfhard as Richie Tozier. This film was warmly received by both audiences and critics alike. Two years following this, “It: Chapter 2” was released, with the Derry kids now grown up, and Bill Hader stepping into the role of an adult Tozier. Unfortunately, the sequel wasn’t as highly praised as the initial installment, even garnering a humorous critique from one of Hader’s daughters. Her response to the movie undeniably captured the appropriate sentiment.
On “Where Everybody Knows Your Name” podcast, hosted by Ted Danson, Hader shared that among his films, only “It: Chapter 2” has ever piqued his kids’ curiosity. He mentioned it suits sleepovers perfectly, often serving as the chosen fright-flick for teenagers to watch before bedtime in order to give themselves a good scare. Interestingly, when Hader’s daughter watched it, she reportedly didn’t find it particularly captivating, according to the 46-year-old actor himself.
“So my kid did go, ‘I saw you in It.’ And I was like, ‘Oh, what do you think?’ She was like, ‘First movie was better.’ I was like, ‘Okay.'”
‘It’ Was Far Superior to the 2019 Sequel
2017’s “It” raked in over $704 million at the box office and was highly praised on Rotten Tomatoes with a 85% critical approval rating. The Popcornmeter gave it an 84%, but there was general agreement that the movie was excellent. The young cast members delivered exceptional performances, and Skarsgård’s portrayal of Pennywise made us all afraid of clowns again. With a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes, Muschietti managed to perfectly convey themes of trauma, friendship, and the essence of evil.
As a cinephile, I recently sat through “It: Chapter 2,” a nearly three-hour-long cinematic journey, which, despite boasting a larger budget compared to its prequel, fell short of delivering the magic it promised. With a 62% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that size doesn’t always equate to quality. While there were moments of fun, it failed to capture the enchanting essence of the first film. The narrative seemed to wander off course, as MovieWeb’s Julian Roman aptly pointed out in his review, leaving the movie feeling disjointed and lacking a solid structure. Bill Hader’s performance was noteworthy, but his daughter’s claim that the original was superior certainly held water.
Though the “It” storyline has concluded, Bill Skarsgård’s portrayal of Pennywise is set to return in the upcoming HBO series titled “Welcome to Derry.” Serving as a prequel to Stephen King’s narrative, this show unfolds 27 years prior to the events in “It,” and will feature various timelines to present the distinct perspectives of the children and their grown-up counterparts. As of now, a release date has yet to be announced; however, it is anticipated that all nine episodes will premiere sometime in 2025.
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2024-11-19 00:01