Doctor Sleep

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4.5
The movie has a hefty running time but its in large part due to the story never taking shortcuts and offering up plenty of rich character details. Keith & the Movies
4.0
But perhaps most astonishing of all, hes crafted an eerie movie that serves as a sequel to both the novel The Shining and Stanley Kubricks iconic 1980 .. Den Of Geek
4.0
This is a meaty, good looking and affecting genre pic, with the heart of King and the spirit of Kubrick, you wont want to Overlook. Den Of Geek
4.5
But perhaps most astonishing of all, hes crafted an eerie movie that serves as a sequel to both the novel The Shining and Stanley Kubricks iconic 1980 .. Den Of Geek
2.0
Dan winds up volunteering at Teenytown, and I dont know why Im telling you this, Teenytown doesnt have anything to do with anything. EW
3.8
And while one can sometimes feel Flanagan struggling to satisfy both King and Kubrick fans when he really should be trusting his own vision, hes talen .. Rogerebert
3.0
Already a horror expert, Flanagan delivers a few truly spooky moments, sometimes inspired by the original but frequently his own. Common Sense Media
3.0
This peculiar muddle of a movie stuffs the material of a vivid horror fantasy saga into Kings blunter storytelling instincts, adding cheeky Kubrick no .. Indie Wire
4.5
I still dont know if The Shining needed a second act, but Doctor Sleep presents one thats fresh and unsettling enough to justify its existence. Variety
2.5
At just over 150 minutes, Flanagan gets lost navigating the crossroads of honoring Kubricks defiance while simultaneously playing into Kings wishes a .. We Got This Covered
4.5
Hes adapting the 2014 novel Revival and while appearing on The Kingcast, the director was able to confirm that hes done with the first draft and that .. We Got This Covered
4.5
One of the best King adaptations, best horror movie of 2019, the casting is perfect, and an extremely worthy sequel to THE SHINING! We Got This Covered
1.5
Who knows I mean, I actually really dont care much for the David Gordon Green flick, as Ive said before. We Got This Covered
4.5
Helping clear that up is the man himself, telling Collider hes honoring both fictional ancestors: The answers really complicated. We Got This Covered
2.0
You could call it fan service, if the service is to teach fans that mimicking Stanley Kubricks chilly elegance and even reshooting scenes from the ori .. Time Out
2.0
Instead, the central evil role is disappointingly assigned to Rose the Hat, who just isnt as scary or interesting. The Guardian
2.5
You know, hes a very, very smart writer, and hes very sanguine about the present and the future.
2.5
Part homage to Kubricks moody atmospherics, and part hyper literal superhero story, Doctor Sleep is stylish, engrossing, at times frustratingly illogi ..
4.0
A conventional action thriller narrative undercuts what can be quite moving about this thought provoking film its a just good enough sequel that doesn .. Screen Daily
2.0
Mike Flanagans adaptation of The Shining sequel is pretty fun even if it seems uncomfortable with the deeper emotions at the heart of the story. Collider
4.5
Doctor Sleep could probably never fully stand on its own, and perhaps its not meant to. Its a horror film with messy pleasures if youre able to meet i .. Vulture
1.5
The most gruelingly effective scenes involve Roses never ending search for new prey, which arouses some genuine emotion on behalf of the gifted kids a .. The Hollywood Reporter
4.0
In honoring both Kubrick and King, Flanagans greatest achievement is not being swallowed by the Overlooks shadow.
4.3
Essoe doesnt quite pull off the physical or vocal qualities of Shelley Duvalls iconic performance, so visions of her ordeal at the Overlook, itself st .. IGN
5.0
Doctor Sleep is less a horror movie than a supernatural drama only intermittently frightening, but engaging and saddening. It feels like the deep dull .. E Film Critic
4.0
Even those familiar with Kings 2013 follow up of the same name, more of an absorbing dark fantasy than a horror novel, wont be prepared for the alchem .. Telegraph
4.5
Decades after its initially divided reception, Kubricks The Shining is widely revered as a landmark of modern horror, as well as a useful reminder tha ..
3.5
Most of the film is a new story that isnt strongly linked to the original film. The Young Folks
3.0
Yet, hes wise enough here not to merely ape Kubricks funkiest moves.
4.5
Thus, the idea of making a Doctor Sleep movie has long had a certain damned if you do, damned if you dont quality about it. Cinema Blend
4.5
A beautifully done Stephen King adaptation anchored by a terrific cast. JoBlo
3.5
Although it has trouble reconciling the differences between King and Kubricks The Shining, Doctor Sleep is an affecting horror drama on its own. Screen Rant
3.1
Whichever route you prefer to take to the Overlook Hotel, there are better directions available than those prescribed by Doctor Sleep. The Globe And Mail
4.0
This reflective horror flick isnt for everyone, but if you enjoyed the original, youd undoubtedly find this to be a worthy successor.
2.5
Flanagans Doctor Sleep is to Kubricks The Shining as Peter Hyamss 2010 was to 2001 an unnecessary, misguided sequel. One Guys Opinion
3.1
What sticks with you are the storys heartbreaking, pitiless and excruciating crimes against children. Rogers Movie Nation
3.8
Although Doctor Sleep is flawed, its arguably the best of a surprisingly strong group of movies that prove Kings enduring popularity as he enters his .. ReelViews
3.0
Masters a creative tightrope walk, managing to play with The Shining in inventive ways while remaining a King inspired ride of macabre events and tort .. Blu Ray
3.8
During the third act of Doctor Sleep, in which the present and the past meet ... Flanagan pulls off the films most impressive trick. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
In adapting Stephen Kings The Shining sequel, writer/director Mike Flanagan has pulled off the rarity of creating a film which bests its source materi ..
3.8
McGregor doesnt always get props, but hes a sneakily good actor, and hes great portraying the Shining trauma made real in Dans grownup existence. Usa Today
4.5
An atmospheric and thrilling dark fantasy that sinks the audience into its rich, and dangerous world. You Tube
1.5
Its pretty good, and I went in thinking it would be pretty bad...an episodic, psychological journey made by someone who has a good deal of respect for .. You Tube
1.5
More King than Kubrick. The acting is quite good, but its really 2 movies in 1. Only about 20 min at the Overlook Hotel, and the big child murder scen .. You Tube
4.3
I thought it was fantastic, and it made me want to watch The Shining again. You Tube
2.0
A solid continuation of The Shining with deep rich themes and expanded world building. You Tube
3.5
A well made, enjoyable film which doesnt always happen with a Stephen King book. Plus Rebecca Ferguson is terrific. You Tube
4.5
Doctor Sleep stands on its own in its horror element, but also serves as a proper sequel to Stanley Kubricks Shining. You Tube
3.8
Theres not much that makes it a Must See movie, but there are a few elements that make it worthwhile. You Tube
2.0
By the time the nude old lady from The Shining appears on the fourth and final occasion in this earnest, uneven and hopelessly derivative sequel, youl .. The Times
4.0
Flanagan brings masterly touches to key moments of pure horror, like True Knot victim Bradley Baseball Boy Trevors death, for a remarkably sinister an .. Radio Times
4.5
While not the masterpiece that is the original film, this one is well made, features good scares and features an imaginative continuation of the story .. Screen It
3.0
The sequel to Stanley Kubricks The Shining relies way too much on borrowed inspiration and eventually runs out of steam. But this flawed hybrid of Kub .. Rolling Stone
3.0
The story is more suited to a gritty, introspective approach, so the blockbuster elements feel a bit flimsy. And some Kubrickian touches feel like a s .. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
But crucially, Doctor Sleep doesnt lean on that stuff, at least not too heavily. Decider
1.5
That fusion, however, results in a flat Frankenstein of a fright flick that stops and starts with frustrating regularity as it tries to memorialize th .. The Wrap
1.9
Re creating the best moments of the original film and re using the footage of those bloody elevators isnt enough, and doesnt work. News Day
3.8
When it confidently hits its stride near the middle, Doctor Sleep is gripping. New York Post
1.5
There is a great movie inside Doctor Sleep somewhere, but just like the decency inside Danny Torrances heart, it perhaps needed to be coaxed out. Hindustan Times
3.5
For all its missteps, including a comic book tone at times, the films humanity continually pulls you in. Az Central
3.1
Its usually hard to quantify the quality of a movie, but in the case of Doctor Sleep, its easy: Precisely two thirds of it is good. Star Tribune
4.5
A wonderfully unexpected sort of horror movie, beautiful and delicate, but unsettling, too, with an authentic plausibility to the dichotomy between th ..
2.5
You just cant make steam sniffing look as scary as the blood sucking vampires usually engage in, even if Flanagan doesnt stint on the pain administere .. Toronto Star
3.8
because Flanagan so successfully stakes his own territory and makes the characters memorable and meaningful outside of the accomplishments of the prev .. Q Network
4.4
The scares are derived from grotesque imagery and witnessing genuinely horrifying scenarios play out. Salon
0.5
become a horror director who gives in to happy endings, who wants to slam the lid shut and assure us that the ghosts are gone for good. Slate
3.0
There is ample beauty and terror in this faithful and epic adaptation of Stephen Kings 2013 follow up... Flim List
4.5
Doctor Sleep may not be the most satisfying conclusion to both the book and film version of The Shining, yet it is still an engaging film in its own r .. Film Inquiry
3.0
The smallest of characters add to the story, even if the whole doesnt really come together until it reaches the Overlook Hotel. Flickering Myth
4.0
If youre a fan of The Shining, youll probably enjoy this. Its a well written, well directed, and well shot love letter to one of the greatest films of .. Flim Threet
2.0
The sequel is nowhere near as iconic, grandly operatic in scale or masterfully set or plotted as its predecessor. Boston Herald
3.0
Eventually even the biggest Stephen King fans may find themselves checking their watch and worrying about whether they can make it to the Overlook wit .. Express
2.0
For those who can accept that departure, Doctor Sleep offers a shockingly nuanced and human story of social longing, spiritual rehabilitation, and exi .. The Film Stage
3.1
For all the fresh originality of the first half, why do we have to retread Kubricks film again Leashing the film adaptation so closely to Kubricks fil .. Chicago Tribune
3.5
Doctor Sleep has its ups and downs, but you cant deny its ambition. The way to make a sequel to The Shining is to go whole hog, and thats certainly th .. Bullz-Eye
3.1
The push to echo Kubrick works well in the limited early dose were given, but ultimately the movie takes it too far. Boston Globe
3.0
The centre of the film combines Kings rock n roll humanism and New England gothic to diverting effect. The Irish Times
4.5
Doctor Sleep is wonderfully reverent when it comes to Kubricks film, but that means it cant escape The Shinings shadow, no matter how much King might .. The Atlantic
4.5
Considering how deftly Flanagan married potent emotion and trauma with visceral horror in The Haunting of Hill House, this feels disappointing in comp .. Birth Movies Death
4.0
For the most part, the adaptation and abbreviation from the book is smart and deft. Standard
2.0
An itch to play a few too many of the greatest hits softens the impact of the ride. But make no mistake: Doctor Sleep shines. Detroit News
3.8
Doctor Sleep couldnt avoid being a heady brew of memory, horror, novelistic storytelling, and cinema if it tried. Groucho Reviews
1.5
When a film with so much going for it from the first rate cast to the meaty premise basically unravels and loses steam, its a reminder that the challe .. Cnn
3.8
That, coupled with an intermittently sluggish 151 minute running time, hamstring the picture a little bit. Aisle Seat
2.0
When paying homage to (or just as often, blatantly copying from) The Shining, Doctor Sleep does cast a faintly affecting spell. The rest, however, emi .. Herald Sun
3.0
Doctor Sleep is a peace flag between two iconic properties, a bridge between two disparate articles of pop culture, and its affecting, riveting, and d .. Consequence Of Sound
4.0
After all, Jack Torrance may have been destined to go mad all along. Hey U Guys
2.0
Doctor Sleep is a mediocre, soulless film that attempts to pay homage to Kubricks The Shining while weaving in Kings most bizarre monster lore. The Play List
3.8
Doctor Sleep is, alas, only further confirmation that Jack doesnt deserve redemption. Film Freak Central
4.5
The film isnt a scare fest necessarily, but its horrors are plentiful and fantastic starting with the creepy cult at the center of it all. Film School Rejects
4.4
For even casual fans of The Shining (book or movie), or quality horror in general, this is absolutely one you wont want to Overlook. Film Ink
4.0
As such, Dan doesnt cower in fear from the Overlooks many terrifying spirits. ( Ner Dist
2.5
With Doctor Sleep, no room is left to doubt that the good characters merit sympathy and the bad ones deserve to suffer. That would be fine in a fairyt .. The Age
3.0
The lesson of Doctor Sleep is that making a movie longer doesnt necessarily make it better, and that offering up an ambiguous ending doesnt make it de .. Maki At The Movies
3.5
Writer/director Mike Flanagan isnt interested in building dread through atmosphere and character development; instead, he opts to dive straight into t ..
4.0
However theres a glossy multiplex style when it comes to powerful CGI action, with many illusions, magic tricks, nightmares and out of body experience .. Mirror
3.0
Dont overlook this spiritual sequel to The Shining. But dont expect it get close to Kubricks original, either. Games Radar
3.5
takes the story into new directions while also paying homage to The Shining. You Tube
4.0
The best of Kubrick and the best of King now exist together as a direct sequel one leads directly into the other. A great hybrid of both. You Tube
2.5
You wont want to play with it forever, and with the inflated run time, it might feel as though you are. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
4.0
Doctor Sleep deserves to be canon, for Flanagans film is freaky, unique, creepy and captivating as both a standalone horror and heart felt hat tip to .. Star Burst Magazine
4.0
Its no The Shining, but maybe that is just another way of saying that it is something different. Lw Lies
1.5
Although this does enough on its own to warrant interest, it will also satisfy those hankering to return to the Overlook Hotel. Nz Herald
3.0
Its a weird, lengthy and unsettling horror offering thats anything but dull. Digital Spy
3.5
Doctor Sleep somehow manages to find just enough space outside of the long shadow of The Shining to be worthy of your attention and not wind up as jus .. Stl Today
1.5
Sure, Flanagans no Kubrick, but he does pull off the too rare trick of capturing the sprawling, earnest, weird vibe of a decent Stephen King novel, wh .. The Stranger
3.5
Doctor Sleep doesnt simply rehash its source material, and instead uses its characters, setting, and themes in smart and novel ways. Screen Crush
2.0
Its not a good verdict on a brand new Stephen King based horror movie that the only real fun we have is in re experiencing bits from its 40 year old p .. Ft
3.0
Doctor Sleep seems at pains to explain every how and what of its supernatural caper, so that by the time were zooming back over that same lake and mou .. Independent Ie
3.0
It could have been a lot better it should have been an hour shorter. Independent Ie
2.0
All youll finish up with is a film which leaves out essential events and context, while still being far too long. Stuff
4.3
might not ever appreciate that his personal redemption story was turned into something so deeply pitiless and provocative, but as this new film inadve .. Ar Kansas Online
4.0
This inheritance is probably what limits the film to reach higher levels, but it is still a most stimulating proposal with which Flanagan is confirmed ..
4.5
Mike Flanagan reconciles King and Kubrick and cements himself as one of the biggest names in horror today with Doctor Sleep.
4.5
A body of work that benefits from hindsight and reflection unexpected pleasures for a horror movie, which must be why they feel so welcome. Vanity Fair
3.0
It recalls another tardy Kubrick sequel, Peter Hyams adaptation of Arthur C. Clarkes 2010 (1984), in diligently continuing a tale its directorial heft .. The Arts Desk
4.0
In spite of this, Doctor Sleep is a solid, entertaining follow up to one of the scariest ever films. The Sun
4.0
In fact, hes turned several of the problems into virtues, while making a film that has true horror. Killer Movie Reviews
4.0
In a genre known for its less than stellar sequels, Doctor Sleep is a welcome rarity. **** Matts Movie Reviews
3.5
While Dan tries to hide his talent from the world, Abra doesnt want to keep it under wraps and is all for confronting the evildoers. FilmFare
4.0
Many filmmakers have adapted Stephen King, and a large amount of them neglect to zero in on what it is that makes the Master of Horrors work so specia .. Film
3.5
Theres something hypnotic about spending another two and a half hours in this world. Scmp
4.5
Essoe doesnt quite pull off the physical or vocal qualities of Shelley Duvalls iconic performance, so visions of her ordeal at the Overlook, itself st .. Ign
2.0
The horror thriller genre is one that needs to keep reinventing itself to avoid staleness. The Film Pie
4.5
Advertisement From the very beginning of the movie, Flanagan doesnt hide his intentions to crib from The Shining. Io9 Gizmodo
3.8
A tip of the REDRUM to Doctor Sleep and to Ewan McGregors memorable performance for giving us the opportunity to catch up with Danny Torrance in a mos .. Chicago Sun Times
5.0
... this Shining sequel understands and reworks continuity to elevate both films to the level of the novels intentions while wallowing in the ghost po .. Movie Crypt
3.5
Doctor Sleep is a compelling film worthy of classic Stephen King. Excellent lead performances coupled with director Mike Flanagans visual style sucks .. Movie Web
3.5
For his part, Flanagan makes the most of the world hes tapping into. We Live Entertainment
2.0
The most interesting fact about this production is that the director is Roland Emmerich, the man who takes disasters and makes them even more disaster .. Straits Times
2.5
Ewan MacGregor and Rebecca Ferguson shine but this Stephen King sequel is a mixed bag, despite a dazzling re creation of the Overlook Hotel. Dead Line
2.0
This doesnt mean its a bad film, just one thats middling, prosaic, too reliant on Kubricks Overlook Hotel atmospheric scares (like blood running out o .. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
4.0
It will never reach the originals iconic status, but its maturity, assuredness, and stellar performances are worth celebrating. One Room With A View
1.5
Flanagan attempts to make both a faithful adaptation of Kings new book and a direct descendant of Kubricks film. But the two works are fundamentally i .. Flavor Wire
3.1
Carl Lumbly cannily suggests original Hallorann star Scatman Crothers. Daily Herald
3.0
The actual plot doesnt really start until theres a crossover between these three threads.. which doesnt happen until an hour in. The Shiz Nit
1.5
Flanagans... reach extends further than his grasp, resulting in a piece of messy Stanley Kubrick collage art. Bitly
3.0
Of course all roads lead back to The Overlook Hotel; its just a shame that what unfurls isnt tense enough, perverse enough or mysterious enough to tra .. Scots Man
1.5
A few of his spooky bits get the chills hes angling for, and he gets fine performances out of McGregor and Ferguson, even if they cant agree on what s .. Polygon
4.5
The original Trolls movie is a surprisingly good time its surreal and almost obscenely perky, with some lively original songs that bring a subversive .. Polygon
3.0
Compounding the already considerable disconnect between Kings two stories, Doctor Sleep cant always seem to decide if it wants to be its own thing or .. Film Avclub
4.5
Even when the movie returns to the Overlook, it doesnt lose sight of Dan and his development. Cbr
1.5
The irony being that a dead filmmaker has managed to linger and control the living from the grave. On the other hand, Kings next novel just wrote itse .. The Ooh Tray
3.0
This is a film with substance, as much about fighting addictions and dealing with unspeakable trauma as it is about trying to give the audience scares .. Bowling Green Daily News
2.5
If extremely good actors are doing strong work for roles that just kind of flop about like dead fish, is that actually a good thing Alternate Ending
3.0
The occasional lapse in dialogue and unnecessary lull aside, this is a strong adaptation. Its scary and affecting and it brings one of Kings best mode .. Scifi Now
4.5
People talk about shine and steam way too much, and the energy vampires huffing steam is almost always dumb. Lainey Gossip
4.5
You dont see many sequels pull that off, and even if you just want a solid spook story, then its still more than worthy of its lofty pedigree. Scifi Movie Page
5.0
Doctor Sleep is a monumental achievement of tension, suspense, forgiveness and sacrifice Im not soon to forget. Seattle Times
4.5
Strikingly shot, and with an emotional throughline that keeps the film grounded even amidst the fantasy element, it truly cements Flanagan as one of t .. The Mary Sue
3.0
Flanagans hallucinogenic horrorscape artfully channels Stephen Kings waking nightmares and familial trauma. Fresh Fiction
4.5
The event of the season for horror enthusiasts and one of this years most imaginative films of any genre. The deeper into it we go, the more unsettlin .. East Bay Express
2.5
The best thing about Doctor Sleep though is Abra, with newcomer Curran wan and hurt in parts, vain and exultant in others shimmering enough on that gr .. The Indian Express
4.0
There is some lovely camerawork at play one scene gives new meaning to the phrase dropping in on someone and an oddity not often seen in horror films, .. National Post
1.5
The introduction of this fascinating, fey villainess evokes one of horror cinemas primal scenes, the lakeside flower game of Frankenstein (1931), sugg .. Bfi
2.0
Any argument that mainstream moviemaking has fundamentally changed should include the fact that a sequel to The Shining has come out that is about goo .. Original Cin
4.0
Flanagan pulls it off, especially in the extended climactic sequence. The Australian
4.0
This is like a very long episode of Hill House had a baby with Geralds Game... and that baby can astral project. Rendy Reviews
4.0
This is like a very long episode of Hill House had a baby with Geralds Game... and that baby can astral project. Rendy Reviews
4.4
Doctor Sleep is one of the few horror films this year that I immediately wanted to see again. Third Coast Review
3.5
McGregor proves to be a likeable lead as the wearied Dan Torrance, while Ferguson and Curran prove to be compelling foes locking horns in, for once, w .. Ion Cinema
4.5
Its thrilling, surprising, and beautifully tells the continuation of The Shining with a few Easter eggs hidden inside. Blacknerd Problems
4.5
Dan isnt the first man to wonder whether hes doomed to follow dads path. National Review
3.0
While Doctor Sleep is not very scary and frankly not all of it makes sense it is entertaining and does not feel like its 152 minute running time. Its .. The New Paper
3.5
Its all considerably less engaging than Dannys grapple with sobriety and reconciliation with his past. Cultured Vultures
0.5
There are only 20 minutes in the whole film where Flanagan gets even remotely close to the subtexts of the book and the original film. El Pais (Spain)
2.5
Despite some quite well executed moments, Doctor Sleep lengthens unnecessarily because Flanagan fails to combine the elements from the 80s film with t ..
1.5
Nearly 40 years later, this adaptation of Kings 2013 book Doctor Sleep doesnt so much tarnish Kubrick as embarrass itself. Datebook Sfchronicle
1.9
Its a frightfully regular approach to moviemaking today that should, at the very least, have the sense not to mess with Kubrick. All sequels and no or .. Ap News
2.5
Theres nothing wrong with McGregors performance as Dan except that it doesnt deep dive far enough into the characters tortured mind. Film Frenzy
3.1
Love The Shining You may be intrigued by the sequel, Doctor Sleep, until you realize just how inferior it is. Hollywood Into To
3.0
This sleight of hand by Flanagan is so impressive that any students of how to make books into films and/or how to do sequels ought to see Doctor Sleep .. Assignment X
4.5
For decades, The Shining has loomed over celebrated horror films. Mash Able
1.5
Doctor Sleep fails to establish its own identity it may well put you to sleep. Mid West Film Journal
5.0
Its a strong adaptation of the book and an engaging cinematic conversation with the film that came before.
4.5
Overall, Doctor Sleep is not only a respectable sequel to a classic but is a great movie in its own right. Film Ireland
4.5
This behaviour isnt McGregor in Trainspotting Renton mode nihilism incarnate, with a tongue like a fencing foil. Dark Horizons
3.0
McGregor is certainly skilled enough to make Dan compelling, even if the journey and its twists arent always embraceable. Toledo Blade
4.5
While the homage dutifully ticks these boxes it misses the vital one: theres not a whiff of psychological savagery. Spectator
4.5
Its easy to find material in Kings work because hes such a great storyteller. Entertainment Voice
3.0
From the twisty slasher flick Hush to the Netflix blockbuster The Haunting of Hill House, and all the way back to Oculus Flanagan has a visceral style .. The Only Critic
5.0
Its a worthy successor to The Shining, and as if that werent enough, its also a complex work of thoughtful film criticism. Bloody Disgusting
3.1
The re creation of Stanley Kubricks Overlook Hotel is interesting to watch, and the actors are committed, but this one doesnt quite take flight on its .. Heral
3.5
Kids with powers is a subgenre I did not expect from a Shining sequel, but this isnt a superhero movie this is a psychology lesson, albeit as subtle a .. Firstpost
3.1
I came in with zero expectations, and had a decent time. If it didnt quite shine, it also didnt put me to sleep. Sometimes thats all we need. Film Festival Today
1.5
Is likely to underwhelm ardent fans of the Kubrick film (which King famously loathes) and baffle anyone who somehow hasnt seen it. Adelaide Review
4.5
Doctor Sleep is an utterly bone chilling, skillfully acted, tension filled masterpiece that serves as an incredible sequel to The Shining. Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
But it still works as a satisfyingly chilly ghost story, with some fantastic imagery, tight direction and wonderful performances. Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
Like most everything in, its architecture served as a trippy but persistent metaphor of what haunted its characters minds and lives. Metro Times
3.5
While Essoe does do a heck of a Shelley Duvall impression, Thomas just doesnt work as Nicholson. Geek Girl Authority
4.5
Ewan McGregor exhibits all the strangeness that adult Danny fits in this film that seems better if seen and understood as a tribute to The Shining.
4.0
One of the better movies of the year, and should be embraced as a modern instant classic by fans of The Shining. Screen Zealots
4.5
Ultimately, Flanagan delivers a fresh, fun and scary new chapter of The Shining mythos. Geeks Of Color
3.0
Doctor Sleep can be overwrought at times, and you feel the length in certain spots, but overall its an effective, engrossing horror film that adds new ..
2.0
Another odd thing about Doctor Sleep is that it mostly doesnt attempt to replicate Kubricks visual style for, before flipping the other way in the thi .. Splice Today
3.5
Flanagan manages to deliver a highly enjoyable, solid sequel to The Shining story, by paying tribute to Kings material and Kubricks vision.
1.5
Doctor Sleep attempts to bridge the opposing visions of the events that transpired at the Overlook Hotel to varying degrees of success. L.A. Biz
3.3
Everything in the last 15 minutes reminds you that this isnt The Shining and its too bad it had to be that way. Without that reminder the film stands .. Flixist
4.0
Credible in its characterisation, rich in mythological detail, and touchingly sincere in its treatment of alcoholism and trauma, the film is impressiv .. Bbc
3.5
The Shining is a masterpiece and a brilliant work that deserves its place amongst the best of the best. FlickDirect
4.4
This is the adaptation of a Stephen King book that we deserved. Also, it serves as an intense The Shining sequel. .
4.0
Ewan McGregor makes for an amicable lead while Kyliegh Curran delivers an impressive debut. Entertainment Ie
4.5
This film does not back down being recognized as a follow up to Stanley Kubricks masterful work from 1980. But rather than try to out do Kubrick, Flan .. Movies and Shakers
3.1
Flanagan tries to serve two masters in Doctor Sleep, to make a movie thats both a worthy successor to Kubricks The Shining and a faithful adaptation o .. Movie Cricket
3.0
Beholden to two sources, Doctor Sleep ultimately fails to satisfy either one. Stardem
4.0
It all builds to an absolutely jaw dropping third act thats essentially The Force Awakens for horror fans and gives this story something Kubricks film .. Alternative Lens
3.0
Even though it keeps Kubrick in its DNA, Doctor Sleep is its own and new nightmare focused on Dannys healing journey. Enfil Me
3.0
It ends up being another one of those films thats not bad, but not particularly good either. The Blus Pot
2.5
And while theres nothing wrong with that, hes a pop artist who insists on being a filmmaker. Film Monthly
3.0
Once the technical aspects of the story unravel, Doctor Sleep becomes thoughtful and fresh, even when it awakens familiar beasts. Sa Current
2.0
The film isnt outright saved by a third act that relies entirely on the work of its superior cinematic predecessor, but it is nudged from neutral bad .. The Reader (Omaha, NE)
3.5
Its no masterpiece, but check in and youll find a satisfying, generally spooky time. Maddwolf
4.5
Its a weird movie that breaks all the horror rules and doesnt give up its secrets easily. Gq Magazine
3.0
A deeply layered and wildly unpredictable character, Rose makes for a sublime villain, offering much of the films darkly unsettling moments. The Jam Report
3.5
Theres a lot to love in this sequel to The Shining , but it lives in the shadow of the original. Student Edge
3.0
The film is divided schizophrenically between telling a self sufficient story and cannibalizing the original film.
3.8
Mike Flanagans Doctor Sleep: the eponymous Stephen King written sequel to The Shining, radiates as a singular vision when Flanagan follows his style, .. 812 Film Reviews
4.5
And even if youre not someone who is well versed in the Doctor Sleep novel, theres still much to enjoy here if youre simply a fan of well made horror .. Daily Dead
2.0
That this sequel both requires and deserves patience speaks to Flanagans comfort telling long winded emotional epics, a la The Haunting of Hill House, .. Silver Screen Riot
4.0
That starkly dangerous tone is probably Doctor Sleeps best attribute because it refuses to forget the futility we felt while watching The Shining. Jaredmobarak
4.5
Moving, exciting, and often scary, Doctor Sleep is the sequel that The Shining deserves.
4.0
is capable of carrying on his shoulders the weight of a masterpiece like its predecessor and to offer new avenues, as fascinating as they are terrifyi .. El antepenúltimo mohicano ..
4.5
He drinks to suppress his abilities and doesnt have any lasting connections with people. Digital Journal
2.8
An intriguing story suffers from a nostalgic identity crisis, though is ultimately salvaged by an enigmatic and captivating performance from Rebecca F .. The Hollywood Outsider
4.0
Still, these things dont prevent Doctor Sleep from sticking the landing in a beautifully terrifying form. ComicBook.com
3.0
Doctor Sleep trades the full on horror of its predecessor for something stranger and more haunting. Daily Telegraph
4.5
He doesnt have to, because Flanagan already has his own unique and creative visual style. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
4.5
The funny thing about Doctor Sleep is that it is not so much a horror movie as a good, old fashioned supernatural thriller. Memphis Flyer
4.0
Rebeca Ferguson is the face of everything that makes this adaptation great.
3.8
takes its time to give us a new and interesting story with fascinating characters. Konexión
3.0
Mike Flanagan has made the film Stephen King wanted in 1980, and the Doctor Sleep that Kubrick would have made in 2019. Fotogramas
3.8
This is a film that will stick with you in your waking and sleeping moments alike. K Gun 9
3.0
For a few moments, Doctor Sleep captures the magic its so hungry for. Pitts Burgh Magazine
2.0
More than that, its irresponsible, because doing so only trivializes Kubricks deeply unsettling accomplishments. Book & Film Globe
4.5
works as an eerie ghost story and as a meditation on the life long effects of our emotional wounds. That Shelf
3.0
A good tension development, suspense, and a remarkable work of Photography.
3.5
There are elements about it that will leave you feeling conflicted. Still, the emotional arc and the balancing act Flanagan pulls off between the phys .. Denton Record-Chronicle
4.5
Its easy to know who youre rooting for, and who youre rooting against. Nashville Scene
4.8
By continuing the legacy of one of the most iconic and popular pieces of the horror canon, also manages to stands on its own. But Why Tho? A Geek Commun ..
4.0
Captivating, confident, and insidiously creepy, its the film we didnt know we wanted all these years later. Fanboys of the Universe
4.0
A modern King triumph that not only stands up to what has gone before, but builds upon it too. Doctor Sleep is a very different movie to The Shining, .. The Hollywood News
4.5
Theres an honest to goodness real sense of healing throughout Doctor Sleep thats as unexpected as the exquisitely paced, delectable third act. Elements of Madness
1.5
If youre worried that watching the prolonged, grisly murders of young children isnt exactly a fun way to spend a Friday night at the movies, youre not .. Wbur
4.5
For the die hard Stephen King fans, youll find a lot to enjoy with this sequel.
4.5
The Overlook burns down, but that doesnt mean the spirits died with it. Cosmopolitan
4.0
Unlike many horror films which keep a focus on frights and scares Doctor Sleep spends a rewarding amount of time on characters and relationships.
3.0
Flanagan hits all the right notes in a film that is sure to be an absolute thrill for fans of Kubricks The Shining. Mad About Movies Podcast
4.5
We deserved something a little more developed, something a little less raw.
4.5
The history of The Shining makes Doctor Sleep exponentially more powerful When done right, a sequel can draw on the history of its predecessors in way .. Showbiz Cheat Sheet
4.0
The film shouldnt work nearly as well as it does, and its almost baffling how neatly it all comes together. Its a cinematic magic trick of sorts, and .. The Lamplight Review
4.0
The story builds brilliantly towards the final showdown, but, unfortunately, thats where things get messy. ComicBookMovie.com
4.5
Flanagan develops the story in a way that keeps you interested from beginning to end and makes a good impression. Chilango.com
4.0
The cast is lead by strong performances from all three of its main characters. Flavourmag
4.5
Before it spins out in its final third, SLEEP, powered by Ferguson and Curran especially, proves a compelling vision of the literal and metaphorical t .. Comicsverse
3.0
A superb and surprisingly brutal 120 minute horror thriller about people with psychic abilities... with a hokey 30 minute The Shining fan film grafted ..
4.0
Doctor Sleep never fails to suggest that something terrible is about to take place: its an ominous movie. La Nación (Costa Rica)
3.5
Its a strong adaptation, one that beautifully brings to life one of Kings most interesting villains, and as an ambitious sequel, its far stronger than .. Brisbanista
3.0
But then, its something of a relief that the sequel to the greatest horror film of all time isnt a disaster. The Filtered Lens
5.0
Doctor Sleep is Flanagans nightmare inducing and masterfully chilling take on The Shining.
3.0
Technical wise, Doctor Sleep benefits from Michael Fimognaris dread inducing cinematography and The Newton Brothers eerie score. Casey's Movie Mania
4.5
It feels like revisiting an old friend (albeit a very haunted one).
3.5
Flanagans talent... fits the It authors imagination like a glove.
1.5
The reason it is isnt a perfect film is because of the length. Doctor Sleep is way too long for the story its telling, but I had fun on the journey, I .. Pop Culture Leftovers
3.5
Doctor Sleep is more eerie than actually scary, and when youre dealing with an audience of modern horror fans who might be expecting ghouls and the li .. The Beat
3.0
Its more unsettling than scary but trust me theres nothing dull about it. Shake Fire
4.0
I was really impressed. Cinematically, its really solid. The acting is solid. Trim the movie 20 minutes and its a perfect horror film... Podomatic
3.8
Zach McClarnons Crow Daddy is minutely terrifying but disarmingly charming. VitalThrills.com
3.8
It certainly isnt the scariest movie youre going to see this year, but Flanagans effort is a worthy follow up to a celebrated original, provided you g .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.5
Doctor Sleep often feels like a tribute to The Shining but brings enough of its own ideas on the effects of childhood trauma and the lingering pain of .. Richard Crouse
4.5
Young newcomer, Kyliegh Curran (I Can I Will I Did), absolutely dazzles as Abra.
4.5
The slow clap here goes to Mike Flanagan who wrote, directed and edited the film ... The book, like most of Kings works, is a beast, and Flanagan, unl ..
4.4
Doctor Sleep manages to do the impossible by somehow remaining faithful to both Kings books and Kubricks film, yet in a way that creates a unique amal .. Deep Focus Review
1.5
The trip back to the haunted Overlook, while certainly fun, in a pandering to the fans kind of way, is just a Halloween attraction compared to the kno .. Mulling Movies
4.0
Flanagan and King have repurposed many of the familiar elements as part of a new and very different story, one that riffs neatly on the original prope .. film-authority.com
3.0
Its hard to pinpoint where the homage ends and the blatant imitation begins, but its hard to blame the director for being so fixated on Kubricks class .. Próxima Tanda
4.5
Flanagans DOCTOR SLEEP is a rich and engrossing film with strong character work, impressive world building, and enough memorable moments that maybe it ..
4.5
Doctor Sleep is the perfect combination of Kubrick and King as is honors the source material while pushing the legacy of the world forward. Simply the .. CinemaDebate
3.0
Doctor Sleep did just what its title promised. It sent me to sleep. The Jewish Chronicle
3.5
Works best when its not too derivative of one of the greatest horror movies ever made. Movie Network
4.5
impeccably cast (right down to Azzie the cat), genuinely frightening horror film. Rue Morgue
3.5
Staggeringly respectful, both of Kubricks film and Stephen Kings 2013 novel, and, for the Shining fan, great fun ... all credit to Flanagan and all in .. Film Mafia
4.5
Atmospheric, grandiose and welcomingly creepy... a shining example of a sequel done right. Movie Hole
2.0
Theres a fascinating dichotomy at work with Doctor Sleep that doesnt quite coalesce. Strange Harbors
3.0
Is Doctor Sleep as good as or better than The Shining Definitely not. The scariest moments (which arent that scary) have all been seen before. Insider
1.5
Perhaps because of the adaptations Frankensteined origins, that mindbending final act doesnt have a whole lot in common with the two hours (!) that pr .. Boston Hassle
2.5
A failed attempt to recuperate the magic of The Shining on the big screen.
4.0
An immensely satisfying story that stands as a worthy sequel to both Kubricks film and Kings original novel. Hero Collector
4.5
Flanagan has done the impossible by delivering a film that works both as a sequel to Kings novel and Kubricks adaptation, but even without that clarif .. Horror Queers Podcast
4.0
This is not a retread of a crazy man in a haunted house, but a well paced drama about the traumas of childhood abuse, the remnants of the psychic ener .. MovieReelist.com
4.0
Despite knowing where the story goes, fans will find that the ride isnt any less exciting thrilling or terrifying. ****** The Black Cape
2.0
However, fans of The Shining and patient horror audiences will appreciate this eerie tale. EskimoTV
4.0
But thats a nit pick in an otherwise solid sequel to a classic film.
3.0
That Doctor Sleep is even passable is amazing. That its quite good is a small miracle. College Movie Review
4.5
With its mature themes and shocking spasms of violence Doctor Sleep isnt for everyone. Nate Hood Reviews
4.0
Doctor Sleep, mostly for better and occasionally for worse, reminds us just how powerful an experience it was, both on the page and screen, even if it .. Cultural Conversation
3.5
That being said, DOCTOR SLEEP is a solid film in its own right that doesnt achieve the primal horrors of its predecessor because it chooses not to. HorrorBuzz
4.5
Flanagan hardly needed to revisit this familiar house of horrors when the story hes telling was already a highly satisfactory horror movie: a bonbon f .. Pacific Sun
4.0
Doctor Sleep is a one of a kind sequel that is so good it makes the original film better. It may be slow moving, but its meticulous storytelling flour ..
4.5
Over the past ten years, hes become the best horror filmmaker in the business. The Screen Scene
4.5
Shes inquisitive without ever making you believe shes a mini adult. FanSided
3.8
Often, theres an uncordial mismatch between the steadily goofier nature of Abras powers and the cloaked uncertainties of the 1980 classic. Dr. Filmlove's Film Review ..
4.5
Art project, therapy session, surrealist coming of age saga Honey Boy is all of these things, a true sui generis experience of a movie attuned to its .. Fortune
4.5
He doesnt have the cold, almost clinical detachment of Stanley Kubrick. SooToday.com
3.8
From the opening shots and synth notes to a spectacularly chilling closing scene, Doctor Sleep makes a convincing case for its own greatness. The Know Denver Post
4.0
Doctor Sleep is a good psychological thriller with touches of terror, a bit of drama, and covered with a dreamlike veneer that allows its director to .. A Simple Vista
4.5
An entertaining tribute to a monumental thing. Its a bowl of colorful fruits laid out in front of a forever monolith My New Plaid Pants
4.5
Mike Flanagan once again proves hes incredibly adept at adapting seemingly unadaptable Stephen King works. A fantastic, epic horror/fantasy. Gen Revision
1.5
Even if Flannagan is talented enough to master the dolley shots, zoom outs and set designs, whats impossible to mime is larger than life atmosphere, t ..
1.5
Though it may not become as classic as its cinematic counterpart, Doctor Sleep is an entertaining and thought provoking companion piece.
3.8
biggest fault in entering an arena of bickering and strong minded visions is that it only offers a few of its own.
3.0
Flanagan does a respectful job both following up Kubriks work, and referencing it. The 40 years between films give the audience distance, though did I .. The Canberra Times (Austra ..



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