As a seasoned gamer with a penchant for all things eerie and suspenseful, I must admit that “Sinister” has left quite an indelible mark on me. With its chilling soundtrack, atmospheric set pieces, and intriguing plot twists, the film has managed to carve out a unique niche in the horror genre for itself.
It takes a lot to impress horror fans. If you deliver too much of the same-old-same-old, they’re bound to get bored and leave the theater. But if you eschew clichés and give viewers a genuinely interesting experience, then they’re willing to arrive and keep arriving, turning a one-film experience into a franchise. There’s a reason why Reddit is filled with people willing to sing the praises of the first film in the “Sinister” series — and most of it has to do with the atmosphere, the soundtrack, its strong scares, and interesting characterization. To them, it is the scariest movie ever made.
1. “u/BlueBoy690 expressed great enthusiasm for it, finding the kills unsettling, in a post to r/movies. They particularly appreciated the pool scene, commending the overall suspensefulness of the film. u/da_unown_______ questioned how rare it is to find a horror movie with an intriguingly eerie plot that doesn’t resort to excessive gore or loud music to create its impact. u/Embri2001 was among the subreddit users who appreciated the movie for its well-developed characters, noting that they aren’t stereotypically doomed by their intelligence but rather by circumstances.”
Users like u/johnnygee70 and a few others pointed out the ominous soundtrack and chilling ambiance that complement each other exceptionally. Given how challenging it was to construct the attic scenes, this demonstrates that the filmmaker’s efforts were well worth it. u/PumpkinPersonal6108 had the most glowing reviews, stating, “Hereditary, The Conjuring, and The Exorcist can’t compare.” However, not all horror enthusiasts shared the same excitement for “Sinister.”
Some horror fans think other films are scarier than Sinister
While “Sinister” might indeed be the scariest movie of all time — and that is based on science — not every person posting to r/movies is a fan of it. A number of posters had an issue with the film’s ending. “The end was JARRING in how bad it was compared to the build up,” said u/gladys-the-baker. “Sinister is predictable an boring imo. I dunno why it gets hyped so much,” agreed a user.
Some users expressed their dissatisfaction with the excessive use of jump scares in the movie. For instance, u/GarrisonTweed criticized the cheap ending jump scare, stating it appeared to be a studio addition. On the other hand, u/invincible789 felt disappointed when the film shifted towards supernatural elements and cliche spooky kids, expressing that if it had stayed as a disturbing detective mystery, it could have been more effective. Lastly, u/RadleyButtons referred to the movie as a promising first half but did not find it compelling throughout. Other viewers suggested alternative horror films such as “Poltergeist,” “Lost Highway,” or “Hereditary.” Notably, some also recommended “The Exorcist,” which was named the scariest movie of all time by Rotten Tomatoes.
It appears that a single horror movie doesn’t terrify all horror enthusiasts, not even the ones that cause the most heart-pounding fear. However, it seems that Reddit users’ infatuation with “Sinister” is unlikely to wane, regardless of how many new horror films are released.
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2024-08-03 03:59