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3.0
But its hard not to wonder, had the studio not felt the need to clean up this messy, sprawling tale, if this could have been one for the ages. Av Club
4.5
It (the movie) is suffused with a sense of suffocating dread and contains some particularly nasty violence, but also captures the heart and soul of th .. Den Of Geek
3.0
Theres implied incest, bullying in the extreme, and children are violently attacked.But that raises the question: Who exactly is It for EW
3.8
But It makes that work nearly every time, thanks to its perfectly calibrated performances from a well chosen cast. Rogerebert
2.0
Repeat.Though gorgeously shot by Chung hoon Chung, no amount of stunning visuals can rescue It from the thud of familiarity. Indie Wire
2.5
No matter how many awful fates befall Its characters, the filmmaking itself is never sadistic. Variety
4.5
Andy Muschiettis It is a wholesome adaption that never sacrifices story for cheap scares, which makes for a brilliantly chilling tale rooted in heart .. We Got This Covered
3.0
This is Hollywood throwing around big budget horror money with panache; youll sweat buckets. Time Out
3.0
And it often is scary: the simple succession of bizarre episodes in this sunny place has something surreal about it. The Guardian
4.0
The result is an energetic romp with crowd pleasing appeal that isnt afraid to bare its gory teeth. The Guardian
2.5
And this long awaited film adaptation, for all its handsome scare show professionalism, fails to capitalize on it.
3.8
If the filmmakers havent seen a few too many horror films, Pennywise certainly has.
5.0
But, judged as a standalone movie, this first instalment is a brutally compelling chiller, delivering plenty of shocks and successfully amplifying the .. Screen Daily
5.0
While the film stumbles and meanders, however, theres no denying that it delivers enough set pieces for three regular horror films. Screen Daily
4.0
A horror film is only as good as the antagonist.Lets just say that it wouldnt be much of a surprise if Pennywise invokes Coulrophobia the fear of clow .. ETimes (TOI)
4.0
Vibrant, confident, and overflowing with a surprising amount of emotion, IT is almost everything you could want from a modern horror film. Collider
4.5
Additionally, Muschietti understands that his horror film cant be all scares all the time. Collider
4.5
But It mostly does it, albeit for some characters more satisfyingly than others. Vulture
2.0
Succeeding more on the first front than the second, It is a solid thriller that works best when it is most involved in its adolescent heroes non monst .. The Hollywood Reporter
4.0
A sequel to It is all but assured, and I welcome it with dreadful anticipation.
3.5
The new movie, a skillful blend of nostalgic sentiment and hair raising effects, with the visual punch of big screen digital hocus pocus and the liber .. The New York Times
2.0
It occasionally reminds you of how awful it can be a kid, and It also occasionally makes you jump out of your chair. Paste Magazine
4.6
When the time comes for the climax, the filmmakers up the ante, making Pennywise one of the most visually extreme horror villains on record. IGN
3.0
As it is, It has a lot of good moments and things going for it and it has certainly been produced with a level of seriousness that is rare in most maj .. E Film Critic
4.0
This is very much a ring the changes update, with the ramped up set pieces and state of the art grisliness to match. Telegraph
2.0
Elsewhere, It struggles to modulate the balance of its ensemble cast.
4.0
Instead, It opts to tell a coming of age story thats both emotionally gripping and frequently horrifying. The Young Folks
4.0
His performance is full of strange nuance and wit, with subtle touches like a fine trickle of drool hanging forebodingly from his mouth making this in ..
4.5
Its exciting to see a movie that not only can elicit such an impressive visceral reaction, but also create a rich, cinematic world that somehow manage .. Cinema Blend
3.5
Theyve finally stopped clowning around with a Stephen King adaptation. Ny Daily News
3.5
Like Mama, IT is most effective when it applies its digital effects with a more subtle touch. Screen Rant
3.1
You almost wish the movie had jettisoned the horror elements entirely, and converted It into what it feels like it wants to be something more like Kin .. Philly
4.0
A horror film is only as good as the antagonist.Lets just say that it wouldnt be much of a surprise if Pennywise invokes Coulrophobia the fear of clow ..
3.0
That doesnt mean its a great movie, or even a great horror movie. One Guys Opinion
4.5
(IT knew that this would be a concern; thats why it ends with what appears to be the promise of a sequel.).Could it be that the missing pieces are mor .. Village Voice
3.1
The first hour of the movie, dominated by kid on kid violence and ugly, inattentive adults, is jaw dropping in its brutality. Rogers Movie Nation
2.0
The result is this creepy horror film is one whose cliched scares get your attention but nevertheless seem toothless. Sover
3.8
One reason why It works is that it doesnt rely solely on jump scares and gore to startle audiences. ReelViews
3.0
Unfortunately, Augusts The Dark Tower was a mess and perhaps a poor choice for a cinematic experience to begin with, finding its labyrinthine story to .. Blu Ray
1.5
The serious dramatic themes ring hollow, however, leaving only the paperback boogety boogety to justify the Oscar bait running time. Chicago Reader
3.8
The timing is right.The payoff is subtle enough that it doesnt turn into an overt geek show, but its also bloody enough that we know the film means bu .. Mark Reviews Movies
2.0
What it is is boring, predictable, and too safe, its scare set pieces so competently over stylized they lose any sense of the frightening unknown.
3.8
The cast of mostly unknowns is spectacular from top to bottom; Taylor and Lillis are especially effective with performances that touch the soul. Usa Today
3.1
Its ultimately clear that It most likely stands as the best adaptation of a seriously unwieldy book one couldve hoped for, and yet one cant hope that .. Reel Film Reviews
4.0
Not every clown can surpass the previous clown... This new Pennywise is legit. You Tube
4.5
It was great. It has interesting characters, depth, development and run time. You Tube
2.0
It, unfortunately, is loaded with superfluous screams. The effect is akin to having someone poking you in the ribs, relentlessly, and shouting: Scary, .. The Times
3.0
The first shot of Wind River is of the moonlit, snow capped mountains of Wyoming, which provided the hardscrabble backdrop for Clint Eastwoods Unforgi .. The Times
2.0
Tweet It Daniel Barnes By This article was published on 09.21.17 Advertisement If nothing else, Andy Muschiettis relentless coming of age horror film .. News Review
4.0
It: Part Two, with the adults, while not official yet, is a certainty.As for It: Part One, it draws the best elements of Kings inconsistent novel effo .. News Review
2.0
Muschietti single mindedly lurches from monotonous clown demon jump scare sequence to monotonous clown demon jump scare sequence, lazily relying on ea .. News Review
4.0
But its the epic nod to the 80s movies of Steven Spielberg that delivers real scope and clout think The Goonies meets Stand by Me with a smidgen of hi .. Radio Times
4.5
It will literally be the stuff of nightmares for many a viewer, but oddly enough and despite the performance, related jump scenes and supernatural aur .. Screen It
4.0
Its an American thriller that will certainly appeal to fans of Scandinavian noir. Independent
4.0
What it does manage, however, is to stand as a deft and heartfelt piece of horror, capable of moving the soul just as much as it can terrorise it.Much .. Independent
4.0
We understand these characters, we understand so painfully their fears. Thats the kind of horror that nestles deep inside your brain. Its the kind tha .. Independent
3.8
This is no modern classic, like The Babadook.But It will creep you out big time. Rolling Stone
4.5
(Given the massive commercial success of It, were absolutely getting the sequel, the casting of which is going to be a big deal.).This streamlining al .. Decider
1.5
Even if its not quite sure what its trying to say, its saying it with more heart and soul than 90 percent of teen films on Netflix. Decider
1.0
One way to understand the form of Walther Ruttmanns Berlin, Symphony of a Great City, is to see it as producing states of flow that reinforce a flat o .. Pop Matters
3.5
PowerRank: 6117 Horror is like comedy in that timing is everything. The Wrap
3.8
What makes this It work so well is the way it pulls us back into our own childhoods with a cast of young characters and the shared experiences some ho .. News Day
2.5
With its crowd pleasing blend of scares and laughs, It should bring audiences to theatres in droves. Film Journal
3.8
But the literal ghouls here take a back seat to the subtler ones, which are really where It shines darkly. New York Post
2.5
The climactic confrontation is long drawn out and merely serves to set the tone for the proposed Chapter Two. Hindustan Times
4.0
Its funny and warm and touching and frightening and profane and profound. Hindustan Times
3.1
A good horror movie can get away with lazy characterization if it delivers on the scares, but It really doesnt. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
4.0
Im also a big horror movie fan, but I understand that the scorecard of Kings books turned into good movies is spotty, at best.Some really good stuff T .. Az Central
3.0
The children swear plentifully and make constant dirty jokes, which is typical King, but not something you see often nowadays in mainstream American c .. Smh
4.5
Those themes survive the mayhem that pops up with metronomic regularity, but just barely. Npr
3.8
A nightmarish tale of children besieged by a devilish, murderous clown, it is genuinely frightening and unexpectedly comical.If a blood gushing horror .. Star Tribune
2.0
Surely this is a movie intended to capitalize on the popularity of those movies.On the surprisingness of them.
3.8
The results are a thrilling, spooky story with a lot of heart that is more likely to trigger your gag reflex than haunt your nightmares Toronto Star
4.4
It gets it right. And by that, I mean it is the first film in a long time to actually capture in an appreciable way the voice of the prolific and popu .. Q Network
2.0
On the big screen its a combination thats worked often famously well for the likes of Fargo, Insomnia and The Frozen Ground, while on TV this snowy of .. Daily Mail
4.0
Whats so clever about this film, though, is that the horror is counterpointed by an engaging, Stand By Me vibe. Daily Mail
5.0
Yet, It manages to come out mostly unscathed as a film that is both a spooky horror film and a stellar coming of age drama.Much like Mama, Muschiettis .. Cinema Crazed
5.0
The Silence of the Lambs is the great exception to this rule, sweeping the Big Five awards in 1991 (Best Picture, Best Director for Jonathan Demme, Be .. Salon
3.5
My only tip to whoever makes that movie would be to adjust the percentages: 60 percent more friendship, 40 percent less clown. Slate
3.0
Chapter One of this It adaptation lays down solid groundwork for the planned second instalment, where the grown up versions of the kids will be introd .. Flim List
4.5
In case you missed the reference up above in regards to the adult version of the characters or at the end of the film itself, Ill say it again here: t .. Film Inquiry
3.5
This scary adaptation of Stephen Kings 1986 supernatural thriller, featuring adolescents, is particularly timely, given the success of Netflixs Strang .. Susang Ranger
4.0
Basically, it would have been nice if they were humanized and not caricatures of extremely violent bullies.Furthermore, if some time away from these p .. Flickering Myth
3.8
This is a worthy entry into the King cinematic universe and one that I hope to see more of with the promised second half if this one does well enough. .. Flim Threet
3.5
Verdict: Move over dolls, the fear of clowns is real and IT is here. If youre old enough, you probably remember the last appearance of Pennywise the D .. Book My Show
3.0
The movie is not terrifying but blandly edifying; its scares, foreshadowed as if by telegram, are delivered less effectively than its life lessons. New Yorker
2.0
Once the kids realize what It is up to, they want to stop It once and for all. Time
2.0
It may be based on a 1986 novel by the American literary phenomenon known as Stephen King, but it features tropes from two other 1980s icons, The Goon .. Boston Herald
2.5
In Stephen Kings novel IT, a supernatural figure terrorises children by exploiting their fears, manifesting itself as a clown. In the film adaptation, .. The New Indian Express
2.0
This may have felt fresh when King wrote the novel but it feels horribly familiar this far into a 1980s rival.PH Muschietti serves up yet another tale .. Express
2.0
This dependence on horror trope signifiers and lack of deep in the gut terror and cohesive rhythm to sustain tension means It doesnt sink its teeth de .. The Film Stage
2.5
The sequel promised by the movies finale will take place 27 years later. Chicago Tribune
3.5
The It films have the potential to be the horror equivalent of the Kill Bill movies, where Volume I has all of the splatter, but Volume II has the dep .. Bullz-Eye
3.1
The kids gradual discovery of the clowns lethal doings is tense enough, but again, all the red nose and fangs stuff isnt as absorbing as the ode to pu .. Boston Globe
2.0
IMPA The new It movie is a visually deft, wildly entertaining, scary, and occasionally even funny version of whats becoming our collective pop culture .. Uproxx
3.0
The screenplay hacks the story apart with more ruthlessness than clarity. The Irish Times
3.5
It falls short of being a great movie, but its easily the best big screen King adaptation in a very long time. Las Vegas Weekly
5.0
In this, they resemble the cast of the King story based Stand By Me, and indeed many of the movies best moments revolve around the complicated navigat .. The Atlantic
4.8
It proves a worthy update to a minor classic and sets a new standard for freaking audiences out of their seats horror movies. Lyles Movie Files
5.0
This is a hard R, mainstream horror film, and its scary and funny and genuinely fun. Birth Movies Death
2.0
In one of the earliest scenes in the film, a young boy is shown chasing a waxed boat through a stream on a torrential, rainy day. What should have oth .. Deccan Chronicle
1.5
IT furiously tries to emulate the recipe, but ends up looking like a miserable parody at best. Deccan Chronicle
4.0
Box office returns will be the judge of whether there will be a chapter two.If there is a sequel, covering the half of Kings vast novel in which The L .. Standard
2.0
The films by committee screenplay is at once overwrought and under polished. Coles Mithey
3.8
Muschiettis It Adaptation Doesnt Clown Around It comes out every 27 years. Movie Freak
3.0
Youth is hard, but adulthood is a much more damning life sentence. Detroit News
4.3
And before I get jumped on for lumping The Shining in with these films, know that I consider Stanley Kubricks film to be a cornerstone piece of cinema ..
3.8
Strong performances and production carry the day.This pop culture psychodrama still works, and linked up to its pending sequel should add up to a bit .. Groucho Reviews
4.0
When first class story material meets first class execution, you get films like Andy Muschiettis It. Not only is It a highly entertaining horror movie .. Firstpost
3.5
(The time lapse between the aforementioned miniseries and the movies opening is an especially nice touch.) Cnn
5.0
Horror is always best when mixing intelligence with boldness.On that count, the picture delivers. Aisle Seat
2.5
But It does a little less with far more than its cinematic predecessor. Forbes
4.0
While scary enough in its own right to have you avoiding circuses, street parades and birthday parties forevermore, It is also a very well made, well .. Herald Sun
3.0
Even if you shake that feeling of arachnophobia, youll remember why you had it. Consequence Of Sound
4.4
Yet It is truly a smart adaptation because its not a mindlessly faithful one. Nj
4.0
But Muschiettis largely faithful adaptation of Kings story relies not on nostalgia for its emotional underpinnings, but rather a keen sense of the pre .. Vox
3.0
Its a shame he couldnt structure the tale more intelligently in that regard, particularly given the film exceeds two hours, resulting in a truly absur .. Hey U Guys
3.0
Had the story given even more time to breathe, it would have been one of the greatest Stephen King adaptations ever.As it stands, its simply a very go .. The Play List
5.0
It remembers this.I think its fascinating that Bevvie tries to measure the depth of the drain with a tape measure and succeeds. Film Freak Central
3.0
They keep us engaged in their struggles against bullying and neglect and leave us wishing for more by the films end. Now Toronto
4.5
Too many horror movies these days seem content filling the screen with loud noises and lazy jump scares, but IT succeeds better than most with the kno .. Film School Rejects
4.5
The good news is: its a really bloody good pulpy, popcorn experience. Film Ink
4.0
Horror films are always hit and miss horror adaptations even more so. Ner Dist
3.0
The bottom line is that It is one of the better Stephen King film adaptations, but falls short of the pantheon... Maki At The Movies
3.0
Countering the standard horror is an unusual sense of adventure, which plays nicely against the irrational courage of the kids.
3.0
The real wonder of the film is its kids, and the cast that imbues them all. Cine Vue
4.0
Compelling coming of age angst In reality IT is a coming of age story. Mirror
4.0
Never mind the 1990 miniseries with its cardboard cut out performances and wobbly spider seemingly fashioned from the BFGs pipe cleaners.Its taken 31 .. Games Radar
4.5
Youll not only get a horror film with scares, but also a good story with solid fleshed out characters. You Tube
2.0
This is the spooky, overlong movie It deserves and It deserves that sequel. Tamp A Bay
4.0
Pairing stunning cinematography with the spectacle of Pennywise himself makes for a film that is just beautiful to look at, while you sit on the edge .. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
4.5
Likewise, this new take on Kings classic tale also increases the horror element of its playfully eerie Pennywise. Star Burst Magazine
5.0
IT is horror with heart and high jinks.If taking on a killer clown and all IT s compadres leads to the adventure the Losers have, youll float, too. Star Burst Magazine
4.0
IT is remarkable for a number of reasons: it operates as a convincing and compelling pre teen adventure movie; it takes its time to flesh out characte .. Lw Lies
2.0
Contrary to the brilliant trailer cutting department at Warner Bros., It is not a scary movie ... we get an awful lot of Pennywise as special effect, .. Abc
4.0
80s nostalgia horror is back!.IT returns in 2017, but does it return with a vengeance Abc
2.5
Muschiettis film for all its sophisticated craft and sugary thrills falls just short of embedding its likeable characters into the subtext of American .. Abc
3.0
Setting aside these two mitigating factors and judging the new It strictly on its own terms reveals an effectively creepy, well constructed horror fil .. Nz Herald
4.0
If the clown doesnt scare people away, Hollywood could just have a true horror blockbuster on its hands. Digital Spy
4.0
Still, let the filmmakers worry about that while letting this superior horror do Its stuff. Flicks
4.0
Even though It has all the jumps and splatter horror fans crave, its the movies heart that leaves the longest impression. Stl Today
4.4
If youre looking for a film thats guaranteed to have you gripping your seat, this is It. Stl Today
1.5
For a movie with so much blood, It feels disappointingly bloodless. The Stranger
2.0
That said, the movie will undoubtedly successfully engage and entertain fans of the horror genre. Cleve Land
4.0
Its impossible to best Tim Currys performance in the 1991 IT TV miniseries, and Skarsgard doesnt even try. Screen Crush
3.0
Its partly a horror film, of course, but also a surprisingly funny and touching coming of age story that reminds one of 80s classics like Stand By Me .. Independent Ie
4.0
Too long, but very good, director Andres Muschietti has done a really nice job and the kids are great. Aine OConnor The Work Cert: Club; Selected cine .. Independent Ie
2.5
Knowing that will probably now never happen made it impossible for me to really enjoy It much at all. Stuff
4.2
The kids speak in credibly immature banter, and the filmmakers wisely keep the adults in the margins of the story. Ar Kansas Online
3.5
this version of It, under a thick layer of polish and bearing the burden of long standing expectation, ably navigates its obstacles to deliver an abso .. Film Racket
4.5
An entertaining adaptation where the interpretations and the period recreation truly shines.
4.5
A remarkable exercise that is infinitely more effective when it focuses on reaching the audiences heart, instead of their nerves.
3.1
...like walking through the worlds creepiest haunted house 15 times in a row. Larsen On Film
3.5
Of course, many seasoned horror buffs will balk at that distinction and simply conflate the two: A good horror film is a scary horror film. Christianity Today
3.5
The new It almost makes you wish for a story that ditched the clown for a less literal metaphor. Vanity Fair
3.5
Movies How Kids Can See The Most Important R Rated Teen Movie Of The Summer Bo Burnhams directorial debut Eighth Grade has received accolades for its .. Refinery 29
3.0
Stephen Kings IT attempted ultimate terror, cutting far deeper than a killer clown.It idealised childhood friendships and their adult honouring even a .. The Arts Desk
4.0
A brilliant adaptation faithful yet fresh, at once funny and frightening. The Sun
4.0
IT find its own greatest strength when the victimized band together to fight back. Killer Movie Reviews
3.5
For now, It delivers plenty of ultra serious and strikingly crafted horror hijinks to feast on. Matts Movie Reviews
4.0
The latest film based on this 1986 novel is a terrifying experience in the genre.It features the most innovative and creative scares of any recent hor .. FilmFare
2.0
Its lame and disappointing.I expected spine tingling chills, given the pedigree of the behind the scenes team involved in its making. Patriot Ledger
3.8
The seven are consistently good, with solid chemistry and a natural way with sarcastic banter. Sltrib
4.5
Theres a level of artifice inherent in acting.A great performance lets us forget that. Film
4.0
For one thing, this is a big studio horror film, and studio horror tends to suck, for lack of a better word.Most great modern horror comes as the resu .. Film
3.5
It is one of the best horror remakes in recent memory: the film is frequently scary (especially for coulrophobics) and always absorbing, with a measur .. Scmp
4.4
It is a beautifully constructed that soars on the strength of its stellar ensemble cast and production values that are both exhilarating and electrify ..
2.0
The performances delivered by the young actors arent particularly convincing. The Film Pie
5.0
With help from the characters, performances, humor, and aforementioned heart, It is a horror movie that should delight fans of the genre and general a .. Io9 Gizmodo
5.0
When a film of this magnitude has so many young characters front and center in the lead roles, so much depends on the casting and in this case, theres .. Chicago Sun Times
4.0
So imagine how terrifying Pennywise could be on the big screen, in the hands of a horror maestro like director Andy Muschietti.Well imagine it no more .. Punch Drunk Critics
5.0
The film isnt all gloom and doom, balancing fear and horror with hope and fun, hitting the right notes while keeping viewers guessing.More than once i .. Movie Crypt
3.0
Theres much more humor and heart than expected.The horror aspects of IT are uneven. Movie Web
1.0
This is partly intentional: the clunky script is forever slipping in comic relief via a potty mouthed wisecracker, as if the film lacks confidence in .. Sandiego Reader
4.5
Every supernatural nightmare plaguing the kids is aggressive and relentless. We Live Entertainment
4.0
This is a great looking movie with sweep and enough slickly hair raising visuals to put nine of out ten modern day horror pics to shame. Cinemix Tape
4.0
Watching this is like listening to a perfect pop hit on the car radio one can clearly sense the intense finessing and production that has gone into th .. Straits Times
3.5
I cant help but be curious about what mischief Fukunaga, a director with an artful sense of creep, had in storebut Im perfectly content with the movie .. The Ringer
4.0
Putting your finger exactly on where it falls short is difficult, though, because it seamlessly transforms from horror to coming of age drama to comed .. Metro New York
2.0
Overlong and plodding at times, a game group of young actors cant elevate this formulaic and predictable effort above mediocrity. One Room With A View
3.0
So while the kids give great performances and there are some scary moments here (a mid film slide show is a classic), a lot of this largely plotless f .. Sbs
3.5
Its well executed, marvelously acted, and has a few scary sequences. It also has just as many that are not, as well as a wobbly command of tone and tr .. Flavor Wire
3.0
Freakishly effective jump scares fan fears in Stephen Kings IT hello Pennywise (Bill Skarsgard) feeds off the fears of his victims in IT..Courtesy of .. Daily Herald
4.4
Great horror films rely on suspense and tension and It is no exception. Awards Circuit
3.8
Here are the best creepy clown movies ever As a child of the 80s, this reviewer had high expectations for this classic horror fable and director Andy .. Mercury News
2.5
Thats where youll locate what this all too familiar fable lacks Capra esque sentiment cut with gradually mounting dread. Bitly
4.0
That the film succeeds despite its Pennywise go boo problem is down to most of the surrounding material. The Skinny
3.0
It doesnt work as a horror movie, but thats not where it finds its strength. It is fun like Steven Spielberg, Stranger Things level fun. Polygon
4.5
Still, its easy to wish for a more Stand By Me like approach to It. The Verge
3.8
There are the usual cuss words, and visceral special effects take blood gushing to a new level.But It is at its most chilling in scenes that combine e .. Post Gazette
5.0
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video But luckily for all involved and all ho .. Metro
2.5
The old gasp breathe giggle routine is one of the greatest communal cinematic experiences. The Daily Beast
4.5
What we do know is that It is a solid if unexceptional horror movie that only stumbles when trying to scare up original ways of terrifying its audienc .. The Ooh Tray
3.0
Youll float too.A spunky bunch of misfit teenage kids strive to defeat the diabolical killer clown menacing their small New England town in supernatur .. What So
1.3
If you enjoy that type of crap, hold onto your balloons, because It is one wild ride of silly scares. Or Lando Weekly
3.5
Its a fresh and charming performance, and Lillis is clearly here to stay. reason
3.5
Its a fresh and charming performance, and Lillis is clearly here to stay. reason
3.5
I will not call it a new horror classic, because it frankly isnt. Alternate Ending
3.0
IT is pure popcorn horror: crowdpleasing, gruesome and guaranteed to make you jump. Scifi Now
2.5
Clocking in over two hours, It feels long, and its a great example of when characters from sprawling novels should be cut or condensed. Lainey Gossip
4.0
That gives the scares plenty of symbolic resonance, as well as a wisdom that less polished horror movies never bother with. Scifi Movie Page
1.9
And, my goodness, what great big sharp teeth you have.The better to eat your face off, dearie. Seattle Times
4.5
The great comeback of Pennywise the killer clown is scary and surprisingly fun. Film Journal International ..
3.8
This new It is a respectable addition to the King cinematic canon, but it will be the adults only second installment that similarly will make or break .. Clclt
4.2
Seeing IT in a packed theater was one of the great film going experiences of last year. It was a difficult experience to come down from, but luckily n .. Fresh Fiction
5.0
In its race to pile spectacle upon eye popping spectacle, It lays on the terrors thicker than deer flies on a dropped hamburger. East Bay Express
1.5
Repeat after me: Everybody everywhere is tired of the same old crap. Seven Day Svt
4.0
Prepare to jump out of your seat when watching IT and remember, youll float too. Black Girl Nerds
4.5
It breathes on its own, and it is rife with bloody violence and disturbing imagery as a good adaptation of this kind of film should be. Fat Guys At The Movies
3.5
Ultimately, it leaves It feeling suitably unsettling, yet all too familiar in its eagerness to copy recent retro styled hits and era appropriate horro .. Concrete Play Ground
3.5
Its a damn shame.The rest of the films scary scenes might not be as problematic but they are increasingly less effective over the course of the film. National Post
4.5
Although the clown, Pennywise (Bill Skarsgard), is corny and sillyhis theme tune is Oranges and Lemons and he does a stupid dancethe pain enacted upon .. New Republic
4.0
Ironically, the childhood golden age of the protagonists is now shifted from the 1950s to a few years after the publication of the book, and rock n ro .. Bfi
3.5
As his books got longer and became sacred texts, Kings stories have become less of a fit with the big screen.The novel It was a double barreled adult .. Original Cin
3.5
I liked It a lot. Its aftermath is so busy in my mind, that Im tempted to award it four stars just for that. But based on what is on the screen Ill st .. The Australian
2.5
Suffers from poor pacing, an inconsistent tone, and way too many editing issues. Rendy Reviews
4.5
The film doesnt always work as a generator of scares and screams, but its success rests in its strong performances and skillful direction. Third Coast Review
4.5
HILARIOUS.Like piss my pants, tears coming out, holding my sides, cant believe it kind of hilarity. Blacknerd Problems
1.5
It only seems like fun if you fall for Kings obvious, contemptuous treatment of American innocence. National Review
4.0
But like a great rollercoaster ride, the terror always cuts quickly to giggles and outright laughs. The New Paper
4.5
If youve never read IT, then this will still entertain and frighten you in equal measure just dont expect a completely conclusive ending. Cultured Vultures
3.5
Still, on the strength of those performances, coupled with high quality production, this is an entertaining horror show that knowingly reflects its 80 .. Winnipeg Free Press
3.5
Aimless performances and an inert story make for a punishing hour and a half. Tiny Url
0.5
The real protagonism is exercised by repetition, a flat screenplay, cheap and continuous scares, the crushing and unbearable music underlining each pl .. El Pais (Spain)
3.5
Wordplay from all kinds of irresistible angles comes to mind. It isnt all that scary and It is a little too long but considering horror fare these day .. Tri City Herald
4.5
It may be less familiar to fans of either of the original works: something new may come from the old, and thats exciting; in the meantime It stands as .. Trespass Mag
4.0
The filmmakers have assembled an amazing cast of young actors that perfectly fit each role. Media Mikes
3.0
All the kids experience something ghastly blood, ghouls, bad art. Toronto Sun
4.0
And fear appropriately drives the narrative and works its way deep into the viewer like few films of recent vintage. Daily Film Fix
4.0
A joyful cinematographic experience, a recognizable comfort food, pleasant and frightening.
1.5
Or is it just a dare for the under 17 crowd, who are more likely to forgive the story flaws and just submit to the scares Ap News
4.0
Its really that childhood bonding that gives It emotional resonance, as well as the scares it taps into. And, yes, it is perfectly great as an old sch .. Columbus Alive
4.4
Viewers should be warned that this epic It is only chapter one, and more terror is planned, though it will have big, puffy shoes to fill. Sf Examiner
2.5
This adaptation, too eager to snoop into scuzzy nightmarish corners, takes us on a loooong carousel ride through a King Land theme park. Vue Weekly
4.4
It is finally here in all its macabre glory.And it was worth the wait. Hollywood Into To
2.0
IT is a horror movie that invites viewers to settle in and relax, sure in the knowledge that its going to deliver on exactly what it promises and what .. Assignment X
3.5
In its final act, just as It should be raising the stakes, cranking up the emotion, and delivering us a balls out bonkers finale, It instead devolves .. Mash Able
4.0
The script makes it easy to invest in the kids; themes like loss of innocence are at the centre of the film, making this more than just a horror film. Cairo 360
5.0
Muschietti understands the Spielberg ian rule, that creating a recognizable and convincing backdrop makes the supernatural thing in the foreground fee .. Sf Chronicle
4.4
The greatest surprise is that this horror film works deeply as both a scary tale and a coming of age journey for characters on the cusp of adulthood. Johnhanlon Reviews
4.5
The 80s cliche itself might be tired, but it works towards creating a world of safety and fun that the kids just cant find. Culture
1.5
Yet theres so much wasted space in IT, so many choices that only weaken the central themes and make for a movie that feels glacial when it should feel .. Mid West Film Journal
3.1
Director Andy Muschietti delivers that kids on a mission vibe well enough to recommend the first chapter of It. Tulsa World
4.5
That concern is how IT rises above its genre, with actual stakes and drama. Washington City Paper
5.0
This IT, is an exceptional page to screen translation, a visceral and gut wrenching horror story filled with unrelenting tension and delicious frights ..
2.0
Putting this rather awkward nugget aside, IT nonetheless manages in a lot of ways to improve on its source material, combining horror and adventure in .. Film Ireland
3.0
In Kings tale, which is now a feature film, its not the bogeyman, but fear itself that ephemeral, foglike, ungraspable emotion that haunts its pages. .. Ndtv
3.5
Most of Its scares have been spoiled by an aggressive studio marketing campaign meant to make it the perfect pre Halloween horror film. Toledo Blade
1.5
This doesnt feel like a world we could live in, and thus the horror feels removed. Battleship Pretension
4.5
Its a coming of age story and a horror story, its a love story and a cautionary tale, its a story about staying true to yourself and learning to let g .. Screen Anarchy
2.0
Thats a real life lesson you can take away from this very scary movie. Movie Chambers
4.0
A timeless horror gem worthy of repeat viewing, IT is an instant Halloween classic that will haunt audiences for years to come. Bloody Disgusting
2.5
Overall, the film excels in the horror perspective with few stand out horror moments that are spine tingling and blood curdling and these action seque .. Sify
4.0
So if some of the best parts of IT the movie are taken from a series that took some of its best parts from IT the book, does that make IT the movie be .. Review Journal
3.8
It cleverly, and sometimes chillingly, asks us to consider what we are truly afraid of, and how those fears make us who we are. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
3.1
Muschietti is overly reliant on jump scares, the magical combination of soundtrack spikes and unexpected sights designed to make you involuntarily hop .. Free Beacon
3.1
Whence comes Pennywise.An end title informs us that this is but Chapter 1, so perhaps these answers lie ahead. Film Festival Today
3.0
This adaptation, rather than inspiring deep seated terror, tends to be frightening in the carnival funhouse sort of way. Crooked Marquee
3.1
Its overlong and fails to build any sense of momentum due to its narrative structure, yet the film manages to accurately capture the sense of childhoo .. Illinois Times
1.5
What we are left with feels like a collection of related spooky scenes, with no overarching message other than a rather ham fisted one about how frien .. The Spool
2.0
It shunts its dread off to the closing title card, teasing a sequel that might get really scary. The Week
5.0
Everything in her scary but exciting life rings true the tyranny of social networks, boys good and bad, kids welcoming and menacing, big decisions you .. Aarp
3.8
The kids include chubby new kid in town Ben (Jeremy Ray Taylor), a closeted New Kids on the Block Fan. MLive.com
3.5
But this is a balls out scary movie that doesnt skimp on the gore or the thrills. Rajeev Masand
3.0
It takes metaphorical childhood hopes and fears and gives them literal form. The film tells a tale of growing up, of coming to terms with the reality ..
4.0
It also doesnt help that one of the actors, Finn Wolfhard, is also one of the Stranger Things kids. Iol Co Za
4.5
Oh, hey, theres a giant scary thing that also loudly announces itself. Esquire
4.5
The new film, Goon: Last of the Enforcers, is still funny, even if it totally lacks the originals element of surprise. Splice Today
3.0
Although the movie is built around kids, its definitely not a kids movie.It earns its R rating in many ways. Parade
4.0
A new modern classic for the horror and suspense genre. Pennywise now joins the ranks of Freddy, Jason and Michael Myers.
1.5
It the movie is plenty scary, with imagery thats the stuff of nightmares, though the thrills are less about the element of surprise than the dread of .. L.A. Biz
4.0
From start to finish, It entertains as a devilish work of horror. FanboyNation.com
3.0
Muschiettis version begins as the book does, with innocent, six year old Georgie Denbrough (Jackson Robert Scott) chasing his toy boat gifted to him b .. Mid Day
4.0
While It is a classic horror at its heart, the film is also a coming of age story in equal measure as friendships forge and promises are made, sliding .. Gulf News
3.0
While much better than Muschiettis ridiculous 2013 horror outing, Mama, It comes off as fairly routine 21st century fright fare with its abundance of .. Ear Of Newt
4.4
A solid adaptation that is also a wonderful modern horror film. .
3.8
I liked the kids but this ones mostly for King fans and horror film lovers. Buffalo News
2.5
Sometimes It works as a coming of age movie, if you can forgive the familiarity, and it stretches tenuously to marry the supernatural horror to the re .. Pgh City Paper
4.5
Skrsgards horrifically frightening portrayal of Pennywise is sure to become a Halloween costume classic. Movies and Shakers
3.5
Skarsgard glowers with the best of them, and brings an unnerving impishness to the part. Metro Weekly
5.0
I love horror and I dont scare easily.This made me want to leave a light on overnight. The Mercury
4.5
Its a rare movie that can satisfy both those who have read the book and those who havent,... one of the best cinematic adaptations of a Stephen King n .. At Home In Hollywood
4.0
Stephen King is one of the most prolific authors in existence today, having written best selling novels in the horror, supernatural fiction, and fanta .. Times Of India
2.0
Director Andy Muschietti (Mama) delivers a satisfying number of jump scares mixed with humor and a surprising amount of heart. Showbiz Junkies
3.5
The directors touch is surprisingly playful, not only succumbing to the depravity of the darkest corners of the story, but transmitting the way in whi .. Enfil Me
4.5
It may not be as terrifying as the novel I read when I was 12. But the film transported some part of me to that liminal space between childhood and ad .. Junkee
3.5
It is unfortunate that the film is as diagrammatic as an algebra equation. Actually, I believe that algebra is more terrifying than old Pennywise. The Tyee
3.5
Now we merely have to wait and see if the filmmakers are just as successful with the other half of the sprawling tome. The Blus Pot
3.5
IT boasts an impressive cast of mostly unknowns, a number of good scares, and a successful coming of age angle that results in not just one of the bes .. The Blus Pot
2.5
The exploration of teenage angst by way of hormonal horror allows for complex themes, but a movie doesnt have the time to apply that probing look to a .. Film Monthly
3.0
When figuring out how to word hump all the amazing details from a Stephen King novel into a screenplay, maybe filmmakers can start by omitting whateve .. The Reader (Omaha, NE)
4.0
It perfectly dances the line between sweet coming of age sentimentality and fear inducing horrific nightmare. The Jam Report
4.0
Its a uniquely peculiar performance, perfectly suited to this utterly strange tale and ideal for easy, creepy imitation around the house. Student Edge
2.0
Muschiettis entertaining film might be a nostalgia fest, but it earns extra points for the care in details that went into making such a watchable stor .. Worldo Free L
5.0
Everything about the film hits all the perfect notes the cast, the score, the aesthetic, the unflinching horror, and an astute attention to the detail .. Daily Dead
3.0
Sure, It the creatureruns on fear but It the movie runs on heart. Silver Screen Riot
4.5
Yet the script doesnt do much with this beautiful rendering of Pennywise.
4.0
Not only the definitive version of Kings story, but one of the finer adaptations of his works to date. Houston Press
3.5
It has all the essential ingredients for a superior psychological thriller. Daily Telegraph
4.0
The result is a film that draws a distinctively well defined line between the bright warmth of a summer friendship and the otherworldly void of the su .. Screen Space(Squarespace)
4.5
While it does condense the story quite a bit, it does so in a way that doesnt feel too much like it has. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
4.5
Youll be hanging out in a sewer with a bunch of nerds and a scary clown and having a blast. Memphis Flyer
3.5
It is an entertaining film that will probably satisfy the less demanding. Konexión
2.5
Before all the shouts of Look! and Over there! could reach the front of the boat, the majority of the onlookers had run to the one side, making the bo .. The Monitor
3.0
The glib affirmation of rape culture provides more underlying horror than viewers may bargain for. Mediaversity Reviews
4.0
Horror and a dash of humor keep this Goonies style chiller afloat. Movie Reviews Cinemaclips
3.8
The movie earns its R rating less by bloodletting than by long, slow buildups, creepy shadows and half glimpsed things that go bump in the night in se .. Play Boy
3.0
Although visually stunning, the sound beyond reproach, and Skarsgrds performance a selling point in and of itself, theres little weight and impact to .. Fanboys of the Universe
3.5
It is frustratingly close to being a great movie... The set pieces are scary but short lived and the movie lacks the tension it needed to be an effect .. Smash Cut Reviews
5.0
Muschietti has, put simply, knocked it out of the park with this rather faithful adaptation of a Stephen King institution. It is an instant classic. The Hollywood News
3.5
A film with a terrifying beginning, faithful to Stephen Kings work. Its impossible not to think about Stand by Me and the most recent (and influenced ..
4.5
Theres definitely a degree of nostalgia porn on display here, but Muschetti doesnt lean into it quite as obnoxiously as something like Stranger Things .. About Boulder
3.0
This initial chapter draws you in, establishes the universe, and gives us a handful of compelling characters with interesting quirks while setting up .. Zaki's Corner
3.5
All published materials contained herein are owned by their respective authors and cannot be reprinted, either in their entirety or in selection, with .. The Cinema Phile Blog
2.0
The projected film franchise has already blown its proverbial load in the first film, stunting the promise of a satisfying sequel. Four Three Film
3.0
Ultimately, the absurdly talented young cast ensure that this is a thoroughly enjoyable experience that never wears out its welcome, even at close to .. I News
0.5
So in conclusion, clowns = fine, kids = bad. But Im still glad I dont live in Derry. Cosmopolitan
4.0
That means a sequel is certainly on the way and will feature the characters all grown up. Business Insider
2.0
Its sharp bite packs an extra punch when it takes a surprisingly moving turn. Pasadena Weekly
2.0
All I really want from my It movies is for Pennywise to be terrifying. Happy to report that this Pennywise is definitely terrifying. Mad About Movies Podcast
5.0
But with a novel like It, theres no sense in not swinging for the fences. Father Son Holy Gore
5.0
It relies too much on jump scares for my taste, but it is quite scary. Baltimore Magazine
4.5
A true generational film, which not only pays tribute to a story that marked an era, but is also capable of creating its new mythology. Butaca Ancha
4.5
And, yes, all this amidst a film where theres a dancing Victorian era clown. Stabroek News
3.8
Muschietti orchestrates many a spooky set piece, often centered around the killer clown but not always, and its refreshing to watch a scary movie that .. La Movie Boeuf Wordpress
1.0
You can interpret this as you wish, but I think the blood he spills has a dark purpose of balancing some force of evil (as the lack of good) that has .. Ncr Online
3.0
The cliche is that the villain has to be big and bold enough to bring out the best in the would be heroes, and Pennywise gives this young group a chan .. Family Home Theater
3.0
Pennywise is creepy at best, but, after all is said and done, hes not an immensely formidable foe. Thankfully, the film grounds itself in friendships .. Movies With Mae
4.4
Simply put, It: Chapter One is the best big screen Stephen King adaptation since at least 1995s Dolores Claiborne, an assured, personal, deeply touchi .. The Fright File
4.0
And in the age of dime a dozen horror flicks that struggle to invent the next big gimmick, its actually quite refreshing when the thrills and chills p .. Franks Reel Reviews
1.0
The young casts performances are impressive, and Chung hoon Chungs camerawork occasionally interesting. Daily Review
3.5
It runs over a thousand pages and comprises an uneasy fusion of realistic horror, supernatural horror, Lovecraftian cosmic horror, childhood drama, ad .. Geek
4.0
Muschietti does not pull any punches, these kids are in the deepest trouble. Graffiti With Punctuation
3.8
It will surely surface again.Better make room in your Netflix queue. The Globe And Mail
1.5
King fans will likely be satisfied since the film is faithful enough to the book while teasing out its essential aspects. Newport This Week
3.8
Also this titillating tale of cautionary kiddie chaos may be one of Kings formidable movie adaptions since the effective tension filled, off the wall .. SF Crowsnest
3.5
The movie is scary in a way thats a lot of fun without ever being truly frightening. Spliced Personality
4.5
I promise this remake wont ruin your childhood (Yeah, Im just gonna say that about every remake ever now because its a totally ridiculous thing to say ..
4.5
Is It Worth Your Trip to the Movies The best sequel in the films 11 movie franchise.
4.5
Despite how terrifying Pennywise is, the film never loses its essence: the youthful innocence and psychological growth of its protagonists. Pólvora
4.0
The 1990 miniseries wasnt good, but at least it had a format more suited to this kind of story.It ends with the title Chapter One. S Fist
4.5
The attention to detail in the sets and makeup and dedication in the acting and camerawork is apparent in every scene, and it all contributes to the f ..
5.0
IT is mean spirited and the feeling invades the entire movie.Even the sweet ending is creepy in its own peculiar way. Las Vegas Informer
5.0
The complexity and intensity of the dramatic texture of Stephen Kings film positions it as one of the best films of this genre in 2017. El Nuevo Día (Puerto Rico ..
1.5
As a horror movie, It gives us some tense moments, a couple of forgetful scares and little else.
4.5
It is so much fun and filled with such delightfully memorable grotesqueries that it doesnt need to be a nightmare inducer to still be a great movie. Nuvo
3.1
These young performers manage to play their characters as heroes, while never relinquishing the elements that make them seem like the kids next door. News Observer
4.5
At times the film is didactic and emphatic, but it has the virtue of exploring the origin of fear and of remembering that the United States has made i ..
4.0
Its rare these days for a cast of unknowns to deliver as an authentic, natural ensemble, but these kids do. Buffalovibe
4.5
IT is almost scarier when Pennywise disappears and we dont know where he is, but the flick doesnt rely (despite what you may have heard) on cheap jump .. Wicked Horror
3.5
The benefits of special effects allow for the horror to be captured in full force, but sometimes what you dont see can be even more frightening than w .. Rescu
4.0
It seems aimed at being a rite of passage horror movie, much like its predecessor ... and its the stuff bed wetting nightmares are made of. ABC Radio (Australia)
4.3
IT (2017) is one of the most successful adaptations of any Stephen King novel to date.
3.0
Either way, the dialog is riveting and the performances by Hayek and Lithgow are terrific. Crunch On This
5.0
No matter how hard you try, you can never be freed from the violent grip of IT, set to send manys sleep patterns into a self destructive cycle. FrewFilm
2.5
The book is regarded as Kings best, and this adaptation certainly has satisfied the books admirers; for me, it felt too safe, with the distinctive mom ..
4.5
There are some less than polished pieces of CGI and F/X work that dont exactly translate on the screen as successfully as they should, forcing audienc ..
3.0
Perfectly capturing the frights of the novel whilst adding new fears (and causing some tears), this bone chilling masterwork is the horror books pages .. Sassymamainla
2.0
Horror films need to be smarter, especially with the over hype It is receiving. Bet
4.5
As fear provoking as some scenes are, the flow of the film isnt always consistent. Legionofleia
4.0
The horrors burrow deep inside to deliver a disturbing coming of age tale. Glas Gow Live
4.5
This new adaptation of Stephen Kings monumental novel of the same name is one of the best that has been done in recent years based on some of his book .. Ernestodiez Martinez
4.0
IT waits and then IT festers.And IT ups the ante on an otherwise moderately scary thriller that kicks off the fall movie season. Mara Movies
1.5
Much is left unsaid that may or may not be addressed in the inevitable sequel, since this movie is only half the book. Wizard World
4.0
IT succeeds as an incredibly fun film that provides ample scares, exemplary cinematography, a genuine love for Stephen Kings source material and of co .. The AU Review
4.5
Its a wonderful story with horror aspects, which is the adaptation that it very much needed and helped to honor Kings massive original. Hannahhoolihan
4.0
So, the scary parts are very frightening indeed, but not the crux of the matter.The little ensemble features a fine bunch of actors and it will be fun .. Weekend Special Co Za
4.5
With characters you care for and an antagonist you revel in watching, It has more than most horror films these days even bother to consider. Jamaica Gleaner
4.5
The protagonists achieve that perfect combination of vulnerability to evil and fascination for the unknown. One of the best horror tapes of 2017. Siete24.mx
3.5
Shes got a quiet magnetism and an emotional range thats spellbinding to watch. Channel 24
3.0
Although It fails to supercede the terrifying childhood memory of those who watched the television production... this new version is pleasantly surpri .. Time Out México
4.5
The unique charm of comes from its appealing characters, built with affection and devotion, and the remarkable interpretation of the young cast. Vix
3.8
It is much like walking through a haunted house. Sure, you were scared here and there, but the feeling was fleeting and not a whole lot different from .. Next Projection
4.5
Its a horror tale that respects its audience by considering the psychological ramifications of its scares. Fishnet Cinema
4.5
What makes Muschiettis adaptation stand out is the way it manipulates the audience by using older horror techniques to cultivate deliciously appalling ..
3.5
And the book is still the best bet if you want to forego weeks of sleep. Neighbour Hood Paper
3.8
I couldnt stand the jerky animation and rather cheap looking CGI. PopHorror.com
3.1
This is a movie by and for children of the 80s.As a horror film, It is thoroughly mediocre. Kgun9
4.5
If youre a fan of the book, youll appreciate the efforts to honor it; if you havent read it but you love a little meat and character to your scary mov .. The Daily Times
4.0
Even with its flaws, It easily surpasses the 90s television iteration... Daily Trend
5.0
Instead of apprehending the perpetrator, the body count merely continues to rise as other names are added to the Missing Persons list. Newsing Reatera Tlanta
3.8
Despite its dated 90s quirks, the It miniseries is strangely engrossing for its raw and honest depiction of adults demolishing their childhood fears. Abq Journal



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