Annabelle: Creation

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Average Rating 3.1/5
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3.5
Yet despite its truckload of horror movie cliches and gadgetry, director David Sandbergs craftsmanship makes it work. Keith & the Movies
3.0
What matters is that Annabelle: Creation, much more than its immediate predecessor, adheres to the bump in the dark horror fundamentals that made The .. Av Club
2.0
The best scare might even cross the line from Wans preference for grueling suspense and enter Raimis revelry in the gross out.Still, none of these sca .. Den Of Geek
4.5
If Lights Out left you cold, thats as good a barometer as any for how youll fare with this one. Den Of Geek
3.0
Then again, maybe thats the point of this series.If you junk up the screen with enough narrative hooey, folks will keep coming back to find out what i .. EW
3.8
Rarely have I seen a mainstream horror movie that riffs more playfully with the awareness of the modern horror audience. Rogerebert
3.0
Director David F. Sandberg takes on this fourth film in the Conjuring franchise, and although it offers little thats new, its so skillful and spirited .. Common Sense Media
3.0
It might not be another Conjuring, but the new movie manages to channel the appeal of the franchise well enough to keep its blood flowing until the ne .. Indie Wire
2.0
Instead of enriching this universe in any meaningful way, director David F. Sandbergs gimmick driven nail biter effectively serves just to push the $8 .. Variety
3.0
Annabelle: Creation carves itself a fun little haunted house to play around in for a quick dose of scares and screams. We Got This Covered
3.0
The fourth film in the Conjuring Universe, Annabelle: Creation is well performed, but the rhythm of the scares feels slightly off. Characters scream w .. Time Out
3.0
But if you can get past the utter, utter stupidity of pretty much everything every character does when faced with spooky peril, there are some effecti .. The Guardian
1.0
Its the same old jump scares, the same old deafening audio stabs the same old cliches and dull, lazy secondhand ideas. The Guardian
3.8
Immobile and unspeaking, this conduit for a demonic force is an oddly limited figure around which to build a horror franchise.
3.8
Sandberg knows how to ratchet up suspense, composing shots filled with beautiful shadows, in whose corners there always seems to be lurking something ..
3.5
Review: A good horror movie makes your heart leap out of your chest while simultaneously tugging at your heartstrings. ETimes (TOI)
4.0
With Annabelle: Creation he manages to successfully do his own thing while still respecting a past installment and considering how I felt about the pa .. Collider
5.0
Slowness equals intelligence, and few genres bear the weight of that assumption more than horror. Vulture
4.5
Closer in tone and old school psychological fright tactics to the original film than either The Conjuring 2 or Annabelle, David F. Sandbergs incisive .. The Hollywood Reporter
1.0
Its maddeningly unclear sometimes, the whole doll/possession/ghost story, as the filmmakers play extremely loose with the films internal logic.
3.5
The narratives lurch backward, with each film acting as a prequel to its predecessor. The New York Times
2.0
Annabelle: Creation is a marked improvement over its 2014 predecessor, Annabelle. IGN
3.0
The second thing about this prequel to the prequel is that the plotting is hand to mouth hilarious, and hardly worth dwelling on except for purposes o .. Telegraph
1.5
By the end, you are reminded that the franchise model is seldom an ideal fit for the horror genre, not least because of the unavoidable suggestion tha ..
2.5
Many, myself included, will consider it a substantial improvement over the original Annabelle, but the end result still only palely reminds one of The .. The Young Folks
3.0
Hardcore horror buffs may laugh and scoff at the mechanics of some of the scares; the rest may never be able to walk past the window of a toy shop wit ..
4.0
Much like in the comic book movie genre, not every horror movie needs to end on a big and loud note. Cinema Blend
1.5
If you go searching for an original idea in this tiresome thriller about a soul sucking demon doll, you wont find one. Ny Daily News
4.0
ANNABELLE: CREATION rises above the poorly acted and dull first film. JoBlo
3.0
The film is accessible for newcomers to the property, and thanks to its brisk runtime, it never overstays its welcome. Screen Rant
1.9
The script is full of mawkish dialogue weakly delivered by the films child actors. The Globe And Mail
3.5
Review: A good horror movie makes your heart leap out of your chest while simultaneously tugging at your heartstrings.
2.0
Nonetheless canny direction by David F. Sandberg (Lights Out) manages to wring more chills from the material than it deserves, though the scripts inco .. One Guys Opinion
1.9
Shadows that spread, taloned fingers that reach out of the dark, a well you shouldnt look down and a beneath the stairs hiding place you shouldnt hide .. Rogers Movie Nation
2.0
Writer Gary Dauberman prepares the way for the next two installments by pleasing old school horror fans with a gore free film possessing an easy to li .. Sover
3.0
10 1 8 / 10 We rarely see this type of excavation when dealing with a Hollywood franchise, but Annabelle: Creation is a prequel to 2014s Annabelle, wh .. Blu Ray
2.5
Part of the franchise built around James Wans horror hit The Conjuring (2013), this feature tells the origin story of the evil doll from Annabelle (20 .. Chicago Reader
3.8
Its one that keeps us thinking that something could jump out at us at any given moment.All of it certainly effective enough to keep us from thinking a .. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
The best that can be said about Annabelle: Creation is that its better than its predecessor.
3.1
Filmmaker Dave McCarys efforts at cultivating a feel good vibe grow more and more desperate as time progresses, but the movie is, for the most part, n .. Reel Film Reviews
3.5
No matter what anyone does with the premise, youve seen it before...but I applaud the use of effective horror elements here...the acting was solid. You Tube
4.0
The fourth, and strongest, film in the Conjuring franchise, Annabelle: Creation is an exercise in pitch perfect, nerve jangling, modern horror film ma .. The Times
4.5
The thing about a horror movie is that you cant watch an innocent game without a sense of foreboding. indiaglitz
2.5
Creation is a darn scary entry in this series, folks, and its really quite relentless once it gets past its slow burn first half. Screen It
3.5
Whereas Sweden was commonly held up as a political economic Third Way between the capitalist West and the communist Iron Curtain, the budding or chafi .. Pop Matters
3.5
That you never see Annabelle move on its own though you keep staring at it, waiting for it to do so is one of this series cleverest and enduring gimmi .. The Wrap
3.8
A stock story, but the high scare count should make this a hit with horror fans. News Day
2.0
Mostly, though, its simply because Creation is so drearily formulaic, replete with a gaggle of cliched kids who rarely seem to be in anything more tha .. Film Journal
1.5
Talitha Bateman is effective as the possessed, polio afflicted orphan, but the rest of the performances are uniformly forgettable. Hindustan Times
3.0
Annabelle: Creation borrows heavily from modern Spanish horror movies movies like El Orfanato, Los ojos de Julia which is fortunate, because modern Am .. Hindustan Times
3.1
Annabelle: Creation isnt an original horror movie, but in its best moments, it is a very fun one. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.5
The thing about a horror movie is that you cant watch an innocent game without a sense of foreboding. Az Central
2.0
For better or worse, Annabelle: Creation is not willing to go remotely as far in its portrayal of young girls as either victims or aggressors. Smh
4.4
Its not a castoff collection of horror tropes but a surprisingly thoughtful, well made and truly chilling nightmare. Star Tribune
1.0
All familiar funhouse spooks telegraphed a mile out, with no spiritual or psychological weight, but with some very young girls terrorized for your ent ..
2.5
But while the original Annabelle was a rather decent, well crafted chiller, this one seems a bit more ham fisted and less satisfying. Toronto Star
3.5
Its an effective horror film, but forgettable as it does not stick with the viewer once the lights come back on. Cinema Crazed
4.5
David Sanberg is the perfect director to bring the terror out of the Annabelle tale, as hes a master of devising spooky ghost tales. Cinema Crazed
2.0
All of the usual genre cliches are present: (underexplored) themes of grief and religious fervour, alongside well worn visual tropes of cutesy kids, a .. Flim List
2.5
The way Wan meticulously build up suspense before delivering the scare is influenced by great horror directors. Film Inquiry
3.0
That dread multiplies when one realizes that the film isnt afraid to kill off multiple characters, all in highly gruesome ways.If it seems like I didn .. Flickering Myth
5.0
The stakes were high to be sure.Would a sophomore effort by a new horror filmmaker be able to wrangle a franchise back to greener pastures and a bette .. Flim Threet
4.5
If you enjoy occasional horror movies, this works wonders, even as a standalone movie. Book My Show
2.5
But there isnt a smidgen of novelty or inventiveness in this movie; it trades in the same old cliches and lazy ideas. Book My Show
3.0
In David Sandberg, cinema has a new titan who demonstrates with Annabelle: Creation a mastery of classic horror motifs that never insults the viewer. Boston Herald
2.0
Annabelle Creation movie review: The questions we want answered are never asked in the movie.Annabelle Creation movie cast: Miranda Otto, Stephanie Si .. The New Indian Express
2.0
As Annabelle Comes Home drags on and on without turning up the chill factor, you wonder whether Gary Dauberman, directing for the first time but a wel .. The New Indian Express
3.0
The dialogue is naff and the plot is predictable in Annabelle: Creation Those shocking ginger plaits and that dead eyed stare would have been terrifyi .. Express
3.0
The screenplay is far from inspired and the story doesnt make a great deal of sense but director David F Sandberg knows all the tricks and delivers en .. Express
4.4
And if some light deja vu is the price horror fans must pay for a mainstream offering this spine tingling, most will still come away feeling spooked a .. Boston Globe
3.0
His impeccable horror timing makes for terrific and effective dread. The Irish Times
2.5
But without an engrossing story or interesting characters, that atmosphere doesnt lead anywhere except to the next chapter in the increasingly lucrati .. Las Vegas Weekly
1.5
Thankfully, Sandberg doesnt repeat too much from his other featurettes, and rarely stops talking but doesnt spend any time narrating like some filmmak .. Birth Movies Death
2.5
Its not one of those you need to rush out and see this movie even if you dont like horror type things. Pajiba
3.8
But it is Sandberg who impresses the most.His handling of the material is first rate, the filmmakers ability to allow tension to build at a steadily u .. Movie Freak
2.0
The clumsy script has difficulty establishing the rules of what the doll and the daughter can do, so youre never really sure of what the characters ar .. Detroit News
2.5
There is a lot of skill on display; everyone involved in this film is most certainly capable of making a fantastic horror film even as a sequel.
3.1
And more deep, dark shadows than you can shake a failing flashlight at. Groucho Reviews
2.5
There are quite a few jump scares but theyre all predictable and ultimately not very memorable. Firstpost
3.0
This middle of the road origin story still carries enough creepy oomph to have plenty of horror fans waking in the middle of the night. Herald Sun
2.0
What we get instead, surprisingly, is a patient, handsomely shot exercise in sustained tension, a film that understands the power of a pitch black doo .. Consequence Of Sound
3.0
Its an age old technique in the horror genre, but it becomes patently clear why we place children at the heart of the narrative. Hey U Guys
3.0
Horror franchises are uniquely skilled at turning fresh ideas into tired cliches at a remarkable rate. The Play List
2.0
Not that the audience attracted to this kind of film is looking for logic. Now Toronto
3.5
It has fun and its quite likely you will too.The cast are solid, with Miranda Otto doing a lot with a little and the child actors being quite endearin .. Film Ink
2.0
Its so slow and so predictable that people may start shouting out wisecracks to keep it moving along. Maki At The Movies
3.0
It is nevertheless entertaining even if it doesnt really create a sense of unease let alone a jump out of your seat moment. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
4.0
Theres not much here thats original, but Annabelle: Creation succeeds by very carefully developing tension the old fashioned way. Star Burst Magazine
3.0
If you want something that delivers highly on scares and makes you spill your popcorn, this is the film for you. Star Burst Magazine
2.0
It lends the film an edge which nudges it just above similar genre fare. Lw Lies
2.0
Albeit quite generic, its a pretty well constructed horror movie. Abc
2.5
Annabelle: Creation carries no forward momentum. Theres no ticking clock. No kidnapped victim to save. No mystery to solve. The characters snoop aroun .. Kansas City
3.0
Its a satisfying watch, despite the idiosyncrasies, that manages to reset Annabelles mythology with a clever twist. Digital Spy
3.0
Before Gary Daubermans script begins syncing up to cinematic universe obligations, it feels more like a solid standalone work than a franchise entry. Flicks
2.5
This capable if conventional haunted house movie assumes a grave sweetness while it concentrates on the intense friendship between its two young prota .. The Stranger
3.5
It might only be a mid budget, genre piece, but Annabelle: Creation looks and sounds like a top shelf period drama. Stuff
3.4
It doesnt take any imagination to figure out why Sam broods and Esther doesnt bother to greet the girls at all. Ar Kansas Online
3.5
You can see why Wan would want to explore these potential Warren files offshoots.In the right hands, they can deliver the kind of nail biting delights .. Film Racket
4.5
An acceptable horror entertainment that knows how to go from minus to plus without having completely lost the viewer before the arrival of the last ac ..
4.5
Its characters are not as boring as the previous ones, and the fact that one of the girls has trouble walking generates a series of very stimulating s ..
4.0
Despite all this, if soiling yourself while watching a film is your thing, Annabelle is all the laxative youll need. The Sun
3.5
A considerable improvement upon its predecessor, Annabelle: Creation successfully adds to the franchise mythology while taking the art of the jump sca .. Matts Movie Reviews
4.0
It effortlessly outdoes both Conjuring movies in terms of sheer thrill and terror. FilmFare
3.1
1 of 3 View Caption ( !.Warner Bros. Pictures) Linda (Lulu Wilson) tries to dispose of the demonic doll in Annabelle: Creation, a prequel to th.. ( ! Sltrib
3.5
Nail biting and nasty, Annabelle: Creation is not for the easily scared. Scmp
3.5
This makes for plenty of frights, and if the movie hits a few too many predictable notes, at least it makes you shudder along the way. Io9 Gizmodo
4.0
Annabelle: Creation is a welcomed addition to the Conjuring Universe and is certain to leave fans wanting more.This is a must see horror experience. We Live Entertainment
2.0
Most will be left wondering if theyve ever seen an exercise in horror branding more lifeless than this. Cinemix Tape
1.5
But such little hints of intimacy still point to its broader than expected commercial appeal. The Ringer
3.5
But Annabelle: Creation succeeds on its own terms and is definitely a horror fan pleaser. Dead Line
4.5
Annabelle: Creation is a great time at the movies, a chilling film for a hot summer day, and one of the most entertaining horror movies of the year. Crave Online
3.0
But once it gets going, it boasts a steady intensity and unflagging momentum. No La
2.0
So Annabelle: Creation asks for your absolute (unearned) trust and reluctance to look past its tired shock tactics. The Ooh Tray
2.0
The problem with this Annabelle is that Sandberg goes to the horror well way too often creating a film that feels like a funhouse ride going in circle .. Bowling Green Daily News
3.0
None of this is particularly extraordinary; its a solid horror picture and little more. But more than any other genre, horror does have a poor track r .. Alternate Ending
3.0
If youre looking for a fun horror movie to balance out the summer blockbusters, this will do the trick. Scifi Now
2.0
Thats partly due to the fact that Annabelle doesnt actually do anything; shes just a lifeless conduit for other, far more generic ghouls. Film Journal International ..
3.0
In one scene, the viewer is riveted by an ambulatory drapery that slowly peels itself away to reveal not a CG horror, but nothing at all. Seven Day Svt
1.0
Of course a horror movie is under no obligation to rationalize its fancies. National Post
1.5
And I could have lived without learning whatever childhood trauma it was that turned Leatherface into a chainsaw wielding cannibal.Evil is evil in the .. Original Cin
3.5
Mullins nightmare inducing creation became the conduit for an unholy force hell bent on stealing human souls and while the doll cant do much more than .. News18
2.0
Its a pretty straight forward tale of werewolves coming out of thin air and screaming their lungs out up close. News18
3.5
David F. Sandberg is proving to be the new James Wan in every step that he makes. Rendy Reviews
4.0
Compared to 2014s Annabelle, this prequel manages to tug at our heartstrings as the characters have more personality, giving the story depth. The New Paper
4.0
For one, Annabelle stays a possessed object, a conduit for another entity, not animated like Chucky. Cultured Vultures
4.5
... the film knows how to create a physical space with a true power for restlessness... El Pais (Spain)
3.5
Lets face it, horror sequels rarely work.The one exception to this rule seems to be the skin crawling chillers set in James Wans Conjuring universe. Toronto Sun
3.5
A prequel that goes directly to the origin of an icon within the franchise of The Conjuring and manages to get ahead.
3.8
Film doesnt elevate genre, but delivers lots of scares in the dark Its been a banner few years for indie horror, with some of the best movies of any g .. Columbus Alive
3.1
Woody Harrelson is mesmerizing in The Glass Castle. but hes hardly the only reason to check it out. Hollywood Into To
2.5
Horror movies should top the list of criticizing movies for logic. Koimoi
3.0
While the story isnt exactly groundbreaking and tends to rely on some of the most well known horror cliches to progress its story along, the overall r .. Cairo 360
2.5
It has a decent portion of visceral scares, but otherwise depends too much on predictable horror movie tricks. Sf Chronicle
4.4
Like its predecessors in this ongoing franchise, this prequel rises above typical horror fare. Johnhanlon Reviews
4.5
While the demonic dolly remains as frightful looking as ever, Annabelle: Creation manages to pull off a rare feat; it surpasses its predecessor while .. Film Ireland
2.5
Annabelle: Creation is a workmanlike horror film that skilfully builds narrative tension and offers horror fans some genuine, well developed scares. News
1.0
Maybe I havent seen enough bad horror movies to appreciate Annabelle: Creation. Review Journal
2.0
The trouble with derivative horror flicks that dont have any new ideas is that you get bored waiting for all hell to break loose in the last 20 30 min .. Crooked Marquee
1.5
The only thing in favor is that Annabelle: Creation closes with Annabelle, leaving no space for another story between the two.
3.0
Annabelle: Creation, a prequel to the prequel, is actually a solid horror joint.
4.0
Its definitely a worthy entry if not one of the best in the Conjuring universe of horror... Annabelle: Creation should be seen late at night, in the d .. Dread Central
3.5
This is definitely the kind of movie you need to see in a theater with other people. Parade
3.0
Superior to its predecessor, Annabelle: Creation is a solid and fun addition to The Conjuring cinematic universe.
3.5
Overall, Annabelle: Creation cooks up a wily fright with the ingredients its been handed. Gulf News
3.8
A solid follow up that pays no respect to formulas and manages to be more than a sequel. Its a reinforcement. .
3.5
The movie manages to be steadily increasingly intense without ever being slow moving, and the finale is nail biting, nerve wrecking, and gripping. Entertainment Ie
2.5
With impressive sets, capable directing and some strong performances, Annabelle: Creation will satisfy horror fans looking for scary fun. Buffalo News
3.0
The filmmaker hasnt wasted time in building the plot, like many horror movies usually do.Instead, it directly starts the horror ride right after the g .. Bollywood Life
3.0
This tale of orphaned children and parental grief pulls all the wearingly familiar tricks, including ghostly youngsters appearing in the shadows, but .. Herald Scotland
3.0
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2.5
Im sure there will be more sequels and the horror universe, like that of the superheroes, will keep expanding. Bangkok Post
4.5
Although an effective thriller, Annabelle: Creation is the weakest of the series, but its still worth seeing as another piece of the puzzle in a well .. D Cist
4.0
Crammed full of horror conventions and cliches, Annabelle: Creation succeeds with its own self awareness. What I Watched Tonight
4.0
As far as prequels go, Sandberg has done a helluva job with Annabelle: Creation, and I commend the filmmaker for creating a clever and wickedly fun ho .. Daily Dead
2.0
While Annabelle floundered in bland mediocrity, Annabelle: Creation finds its footing promptly. Silver Screen Riot
4.5
While not as elegant as Wans entries in the universe, the scares here are a chillingly effective mix of tone and gimmick, which is really all anyone c ..
3.0
Title: Annabelle: Creation Described This Movie In One Simpsons Quote: Lisa: Wait! Houston Press
3.5
A pleasant surprise, especially since no one expected anything from the film and the director managed to raise the story and give a worthy prequel to .. Konexión
1.9
An offshoot of The Conjuring films, the hybrid franchise now cranks out a new movie just about every year. K Gun 9
3.8
Ask if theyll sell you a ticket for half a seat, since youll never bother to sit back during this edge of your seat thriller. Baret News Wire
3.0
Annabelle: Creation is a massive step up from Annabelle. With great performances by the young cast, and some excellent scare sequences, Creation has m .. The Hollywood News
3.0
... this continuation of the mischief of the diabolic doll is wisely chosen by the prequel format...
4.5
The film surpasses what was previously seen in the universe of The Conjuring thanks to its first part, but the rest doesnt give for more.
3.0
... halfway between the copy and the homage, the animated and the dead. El Mundo (Spain)
1.5
For when we discover the true origin of the spirit inside the doll and how it connects with the story of the previous film, the characters cease to ma .. Butaca Ancha
3.0
Annabelle: Creation is lightyears better than its predecessor, and serves as a good reminder that David F. Sandberg has a fine future ahead of him as .. Chris Stuck Mann
3.0
A more fluid narrative, well executed horror and good performances make Annabelle: Creation one of the best films in the paranormal universe of The Co .. Chilango.com
3.1
Nevertheless, this engaging, solidly freaky prequel is certainly at one with what has come beforeand, more to the point, what chronologically comes af .. The Fright File
3.0
How many movies can still make a spooky scarecrow or old dark well bit work in 2017 Geek
4.5
Annabelle: Creation is full of terrifying creepy imagery, and its great at teasing the audience with buildup. Nerd Report
3.0
Just dont be surprised if you dont know whether to cry or stand up and cheer when its all over. Blog Cleveland
3.5
Is It Worth Your Trip to the Movies A surprisingly eerie sequel thats better than its predecessor RATING: 3.5 out of 5 TICKET STUBS GIRLS TRIP (theatr ..
2.0
Theres just something about that painted smirk that doesnt evoke terror.
3.0
The sources of the scares are all over the place but come fast and furious enough to keep us guessing; youre sure to jump more than once as you search .. North Shore News (Vancouve ..
4.0
Lights out just incredibly predictable, cheesy, and formulaic as a horror film. The Movie Blog
3.5
Although as a horror film Annabelle: Creation achieves nothing particularly deep, Sandbergs successful direction manages to consistently shake the ner .. El Nuevo Día (Puerto Rico ..
2.5
If we forget the plot, the director David F. Sandberg manages to generate an interesting and macabre atmosphere. But its far from the quality of The C .. Proceso
3.5
Director David F. Sandbergs ability to hew closer to Wans quieter psychological terror for a consistency of tone puts this franchise back on track. Buffalovibe
1.0
And it doesnt help that the movie around her is derivative, predictable and deadeningly dull. Wicked Horror
3.8
The entire cast does a great job, making each character enjoyable to watch.
1.5
If Annabelle: Creation deserves any praise, it should be centered around the fact that, unlike its spin off predecessor, the film doesnt spend copious .. Deep Focus Review
4.5
Annabelle: Creation is an excellent film, filled with excitement and terror.
2.0
Sandberg packs Creation with jolts that petrify mainly and, at this point in the genre, nearing novelty through construction. In Session Film
4.5
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1.5
Perhaps its the films inability to provide a clear understanding of its own internal logic. How is a viewer supposed to feel tension if the films even .. Jamaica Gleaner
2.5
Not a bad movie, defining it as regular is fairer but if youre a horror fan, or youre looking for an original movie, youll probably be disappointed .. ..
2.0
Relying too heavily on formulaic horror, this prequel to 2014s Annabelle is flatly mediocre. Scene Creek
4.4
While Annabelle: Creation is not on the level of James Wans The Conjuring, the film is still able to stand on its own as a chilling film that not only ..
4.0
Hollywood cranks out too many films about the devil.This one, which is highly contrived, will nevertheless scare you. The American Catholic
4.0
A Kids Horror Movie We dont get a lot of horror movies aimed at kids anymore. FANDOM



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