Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

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3.0
Leaning heavily into its 1968 setting, Scary Stories coyly dips its toe into a nostalgic stew of simpler times while also implicitly embracing the tru .. Den Of Geek
3.0
Blessed with some firm hands on the terror tiller and a winning cast, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a handsome, and deliciously horrible, horro .. EW
3.8
Still, Scary Stories is a strangely uplifting throwback to old fashioned clans of investigative teens. Rogerebert
4.0
Somewhat similar in mood and tone to It, this hugely entertaining scary story has its own delightfully demonic vibe, with strong characters, striking .. Common Sense Media
2.0
Andr verdals film adaptation, as clever and well crafted as it is, cant help but invert the formula that the source material relied upon for its succe .. Indie Wire
4.5
Yet theres no aura to them; the emotions of the stories have been lost. Variety
3.5
No pandering to age appropriateness, aka watered down kiddie content. We Got This Covered
3.0
Yet theres a sincere fondness for the power of imagination, one that makes the film more than a nostalgia delivery device. Time Out
3.0
When Stella steals Sarahs book of stories, her aggrieved spirit is reanimated. The Guardian
3.1
Once it gets past what feels like submission to genre demands, the drama reaffirms its focus on the central themes.
2.0
The film also doesnt need to toy with a hard PG 13 or push the boundaries of what would be considered good taste. Collider
4.5
The film also doesnt need to toy with a hard PG 13 or push the boundaries of what would be considered good taste. Collider
4.5
But thats sort of the idea, of course, not just conceptually but also politically. Vulture
2.5
In this way the various stories from Schwartzs original trilogy are incorporated into a patchwork cinematic reworking that holds true to the books dee ..
1.5
If Alvin Schwartzs popular Scary Stories childrens books condensed folklore into an accessible anthology form, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, an a .. The New York Times
4.0
Its filled with solid scares, fun adventure, and a cast thats genuinely likable. IGN
3.0
Scary Stories hits with the scares as much as it misses with the storytelling, levelling out to a glass half full. Telegraph
1.5
Unsurprisingly, the investigation into the scares isnt nearly as fun as the living nightmare set pieces explained frights always take a back seat to u ..
4.0
As far as the scares go, Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark has plenty, though it doesnt necessarily break a lot of ground. The Young Folks
3.0
But you still cant help feeling that, despite its episodic shock treats, this storybook would really have benefited from having a stronger spine.
4.0
This is a movie that spent years in development as filmmakers worked to crack the code on how to bring the material to life, and that time has wonderf .. Cinema Blend
3.5
The cast is terrific and youll find enough scares to warrant a second or third watch. JoBlo
4.5
The cast is terrific and youll find enough scares to warrant a second or third watch. JoBlo
3.5
Thanks to del Toro and vredals combined efforts, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark does justice by the delightfully sinister books that inspired it. Screen Rant
3.1
Americas long dark night wasnt over like Nixon said it would be, but thats a scary story for another day. The Globe And Mail
3.0
The screenplay ends up as a jumble of unexplored ideas onscreen rather than a cohesive narrative.
3.0
The movies problem is that though it tries to be visually faithful to the stories, except for a few conventional jump cuts it never manages to be trul .. One Guys Opinion
1.3
Scary Stories is no exception, isnt scary and isnt worth the nearly two hours it eats up. Rogers Movie Nation
3.1
Unfortunately, the movie doesnt merely fail to stick the ending, it flubs it entirely. ReelViews
2.0
It could use more frights, not subplots, and theres no real ending to the effort, just a lead in to future sequels. Blu Ray
4.5
If there ever was a case of a film adaptation improving on the original source material, this is it. Chicago Reader
2.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark possesses some eerie atmosphere ... Its also, mostly, a pedestrian horror story that never lives up to its potential .. Mark Reviews Movies
2.5
...wouldve been better off had it been structured as a traditional horror anthology. Reel Film Reviews
4.5
Truly terrifying and disgusting, but a LOT of fun and VERY well made! Goosebumps for adults, it scratches your itch for a scary story so hard it draws .. You Tube
3.8
The drama often feels a bit stale but Scary Stories makes up for it with exceptional scare sequences. You Tube
2.7
Despite some masterful creepy touches, theres not quite enough scary to justify a tired story. You Tube
1.5
The creatures are skillfully crafted, but the rest feels very bland, generic, predictable and pedestrian. Not scary enough for adults and probably too .. You Tube
3.0
This movie gave me what I needed. It was faithful to the source material, it was well shot, and tension was palpable in every scene... You Tube
2.0
If I were to recommend a horror film to this movies target demographic, this is not the film I would recommend. You Tube
4.0
The movie really captures the feeling and the tone of the original stories, there are some disturbing visuals... and the story was good, it was consis .. You Tube
2.0
Not scary enough; not dark enough. Dont think the franchise is going to happen. You Tube
1.5
There were some creepy visuals and moments but nothing that really had me on edge. You Tube
4.5
Its slightly baggy, and could deal with some reigning in, but the characters are well done, and you like the stories...it writes itself into the ficti .. You Tube
2.5
Tone, flow and chemistry... those are the three things that didnt really mesh. You Tube
2.5
A very good Goosebumps movie, not a very good Scary Stories movie. You Tube
4.0
Proof, once again, that a creaky floorboard, judiciously used, is worth more than any expensive digital trickery. The Times
2.0
Good visuals, some decent acting and some solid scares dont result in a solid horror film. News Review
3.0
The film doesnt quite fulfil the promise of its premise, nor make much use of its 1968 backdrop. Radio Times
1.5
This latest assembly of all those genre tropes actually works fairly well. (Full Content Review for Parents Violence, Profanity, Scary Stuff, etc. als .. Screen It
3.0
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a wonderful tribute to Schwartzs work, if only it didnt struggle so much in finding its own voice. Independent
3.5
So for adults, its a rare horror movie that actually makes us feel young again. Shadows On The Wall
4.5
Effectively spooky, working as both a potential genre gateway drug and nostalgic catnip for readers of the original trilogy. The Wrap
3.8
On its own, the disturbed ghost in the haunted house framework is pretty routine, but it creates a fun showcase for the short stories, and the films e .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.5
And its clever enough to spawn a franchise Hollywoods own species of monster. Smh
4.5
Above all, the film celebrates storytelling as both a healing and a harming force, a way for us to put a face on something as unknowable as death. Npr
3.8
It doesnt matter much, though, as any movie called Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark lives and dies by its goosey thrills, of which there are plenty h .. Q Network
4.5
Sarah doesnt just tell her own story she takes from the characters own inner demons and their own personal stories and concocts horrifying monsters of .. Cinema Crazed
3.0
But the climactic tease for a sequel honours a core theme of histories and stories repeating themselves. Flim List
1.5
Theres more frill than frights but just enough style and empathy to be admirable if not scary. Film Inquiry
3.5
The Pale Lady featuring a fleshy figure with a smiling, misshapen face who relentless plods down a red lit hallway. Susang Ranger
3.1
What does become obvious is that stripped of the full gory toolbox normally gifted horror directors, vredal ends up relying too much on ear piercing j .. Observer
2.0
Naturally, it also turns out that investigating places one doesnt belong brings forth bad things. Flickering Myth
2.5
No matter the clear care put into bringing these beloved stories to the big screen, the end result just doesnt register enough of a pulse to truly tan .. Flickering Myth
1.5
The framed tales of the macabre dont come near delivering the uncanny creeps of the pulpy originals. New Yorker
2.0
Theres a corpse looking for its missing big toe, a spider bite on a girls cheek that isnt pretty. Boston Herald
3.8
The movies good even when it goes in too many directions at once, because it gets the kids right. Chicago Tribune
3.0
The result is a movie with a lot of time spent on setup it doesnt need, creating a detriment rather than an asset. Bullz-Eye
3.0
The prohibitive 15A cert may dissuade some parents from bringing teenagers ... but this is just the sort of goo that younger horror fans adore. The Irish Times
4.5
He and Stella hit it off almost immediately, and it doesnt take long before someone suggests visiting the legendarily haunted house on the edge of tow .. Birth Movies Death
4.5
vredal and del Toro created the perfect adaptation for Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark. Pajiba
3.0
Alvin Schwartz popular series of childrens horror books comes to life in Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, a fun, lively adaptation that pays due hom .. Detroit News
3.5
A lot of them probably wouldnt even make a satisfying twenty minute short.
3.0
Guillermo Del Toro, Andr vredal present a rich horror experience. Firstpost
1.5
Emma Stefansky of The Thrillist opines that the film doesnt pull punches with its horror. Firstpost
4.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a sort of welcome throwback, a horror movie cleverly designed to be more spooky than truly grisly. Cnn
3.8
For that reason, its disappointing that the movie doesnt fully develop Stellas personal story more. Aisle Seat
4.5
...the third act is the best in part because the threats are now unleashed, and the device of stories within the story can be put aside in favor of mo .. Forbes
3.0
Aside from one shocking violent scene, there isnt much in the way of gore. Consequence Of Sound
3.5
Those things just dont matter; consequently, neither does the films muddled moral. Vox
2.0
They execute all of this within a PG 13 rating; theres almost no blood, but that doesnt mean Scary Stories doesnt have the power to disturb. The Play List
4.4
Scary Stories says theres nothing that matters save telling the right stories. Its a call to arms to the resistance that doesnt necessarily believe it .. Film Freak Central
3.0
It feels like a PG 13 riff on A Nightmare On Elm Street without the sadism or sexual component, and honestly, thats not a bad thing. Now Toronto
4.5
Its also one with visuals and ideas designed to appeal to horror fans from pre teens on up, and thats always something worth celebrating. Film School Rejects
4.0
It doesnt shy away from supernatural horror or the political kind, and that duality is what elevates the film from kiddo popcorn fare to something wit .. Ner Dist
4.0
Impressively gruesome and thematically rich, drawing on political allegory that goes far beyond the simple spooks and scares of the stories themselves .. Ner Dist
2.0
Although the book series remains popular, the road is littered with would be movie franchises that never got beyond the first episode. Maki At The Movies
3.0
Building to a gratifying finale, the tale seems to end at a natural point before a very uninspired final scene tries to set up a sequel that this stor .. Mirror
3.0
Hallow characters, an uncreative story, and an antagonist who lacks a convincing motive. You Tube
3.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a creepy film thats able to adapt some of the stories from the source material into a cohesive . You Tube
1.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark has some truly terrifying monsters, and even poignant real world commentary. Yet, the film suffers from overly gener .. You Tube
3.5
Genuinely spooky and shiver inducing, this is far more than just a welcome respite from the formulaic Blumhouse horror hegemony. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
3.0
This isnt necessarily a bad thing but if youve seen it you will notice the repetition. Star Burst Magazine
3.0
The 1968 setting lends some mild political heft to the proceedings one of the main characters is a draft dodger but the film works best when its simpl .. Nz Herald
4.0
This is about as smart an adaptation of tough source material Ive ever seen. Screen Crush
3.0
Though it gets a bit ragged late on, Scary Stories is pretty satisfying for the most part: meanwhile, in the background, the real horror story is unfo .. Independent Ie
1.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is an efficient, attractive and well put together film. It didnt scare me at all, but in this most predictable and p .. Stuff
3.5
The film is not as balanced as we could expect, but the truth is that its shocking sequences are worth remembering.
4.5
That message hits especially hard in a time rife with rumors, malicious gossip and so called fake news, which, through repeated exposure, have threate .. Refinery 29
3.0
An atmospheric world surrounds thoughtful but half hearted horrors. The Arts Desk
4.0
It isnt as thoroughly mapped out as it could have been along with a largely lost allegory regarding Nixons inauguration. The Sun
3.0
It appears in another story, The Big Toe, though seeing it rendered on the big screen doesnt stoke the same fear. Daily Dot
3.5
Scary Stories doesnt have a grasp on that and buries much of its thrills and chills in murky sludge. Film
3.8
But the films relatively bloodless nature doesnt detract from the horrors that Scary Stories delivers rather than going for gore, vredal doubles down .. Film
3.5
While horror for kids doesnt always work ... this one does. Anyone with a fear of spiders, in particular, will find their stomach turned. Scmp
4.5
Its filled with solid scares, fun adventure, and a cast thats genuinely likable. Ign
1.5
If you dont spend too much time dwelling on the patchwork feel of the script, there is much to enjoy elsewhere, especially when it comes to the creatu .. Io9 Gizmodo
3.8
Gore Verbinskis remake The Ring demonstrated PG 13 doesnt have to mean less dread; in the same way a low budget can spark creativity in film, elementa .. Movie Crypt
3.5
Whether hanging out or getting on each others nerves, theres fun to be had here. We Live Entertainment
3.5
The pacing, editing, character development and visuals are as slick as they come there is no moment here that feels overlong or wasted Straits Times
1.5
To recreate, in cinematic terms, the visceral impact of Schwartzs thrice told tales, the filmmakers embed them in their own movie mad youths. Film Comment
2.0
The haunted house is perhaps the preeminent sub genre of horror thrillers. Awards Circuit
4.5
Both in plot and as adaptation, Scary Stories is a film about stories, and thats what makes it so surprising and special. Bitly
1.5
The movie tries to do too much, ultimately failing to do any of it well. If youll excuse the pun, it just cant seem to find a happy medium. Polygon
2.0
Advertisement Whenever Scary Stories is prioritizing the scary stories, it becomes a lively bit of supernatural slasher hokum. Film Avclub
3.4
vredal is to be commended for simultaneously staying true to a beloved franchise and twisting its head around to face in an unexpected direction. The Verge
1.5
That may be because vredal is far more invested in the titular scary stories, or that the script doesnt really know what to do with them. Cbr
2.5
Sadly, beyond the monsters, Scary Stories doesnt have a whole to offer. Alternate Ending
3.0
The film runs out of steam as it progresses with atmosphere replaced by a reliance on CG monsters to fuel the fear. Scifi Now
4.5
What is a witch, after all, but a woman who doesnt conform Scary Stories is so interested in words and witches, in fact, that the infamous Harold is a .. Lainey Gossip
3.0
It serves as a decent introduction to the world of horror for younger audiences and provides a horror film that the entire family can enjoy. The Mary Sue
2.0
His strongest effort, JANE DOE, uncovered a ghoulish tale filled with an eerie presence, humanity and a memorable storyline. Fresh Fiction
3.5
And, thanks in part to the involvement of Guillermo del Toro as cowriter and producer, Scary Stories is the rare PG 13 horror movie thats genuinely ho .. Seven Day Svt
4.5
This adaptation of stories from Alvin Schwartzs early eighties book series (co produced by Guillermo del Toro and bearing his cinematic thumbprint) is .. Original Cin
3.0
With the school holidays on, this movie is a colourful and entertaining 90 minutes for kids under 10. The songs are easy on the ear and there are a co .. The Australian
2.5
Stays faithful to its source material with its sequences of horror, but its flaws lie within the conventionally formulaic story that fails to make a v .. Rendy Reviews
2.5
Stays faithful to its source material with its sequences of horror, but its flaws lie within the conventionally formulaic story that fails to make a v .. Rendy Reviews
3.8
I wouldnt go so far as to call Scary Stories a message movie, and it certainly isnt political; but isnt without its parallel threads that bring the su .. Third Coast Review
3.0
Occupies the no mans land between Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween and the recent Annabelle sequel. Its an exercise in middle school horror best suited .. Daily Film Fix
4.5
Andr vredal doesnt only create an effective horror story, but also turns us into the victims of the monsters it stars.
3.8
The film finally gets into gear around the midpoint and zooms to a satisfying finish. Datebook Sfchronicle
3.1
The period detail, with Nixon on TV and the Vietnam draft unfolding, isnt much more than window dressing. Ap News
2.5
Scary Stories winds up an entertaining enough experiment to warrant its own existence, if not the potential existence of future diminishing returns. Spectrum Culture
1.5
Scary Stories anchors its story around Stella, a young Nancy Drew/Sylvia Plath hybrid with a fondness for taking books that dont belong to her. Mash Able
1.5
The story is fairly standard but is compensated by the monster effects. Culture
1.5
They dont do anything particularly awful on screen and theres virtually no gore with the exception of one spider filled cheek. Vulture
1.5
New elements like a car chase and a Stephen King esque psychotic bully are unable to meld with the existing material. Battleship Pretension
4.5
Scary Stories delivers a genuine sense of dread, numerous solid scares, and a ton of very creepy atmosphere in a way that could easily make one forget .. Screen Anarchy
1.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark isnt necessarily an adaptation. Entertainment Voice
2.0
The teen monster fest starts slow and drags throughout, failing to generate any sustained suspense. Movie Chambers
3.0
Either way, the story isnt all that complex, except the plotting feels extremely convoluted in an Amblin produced remake sort of way. The Only Critic
2.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark doesnt do a disservice to the original books. Bloody Disgusting
4.5
Scary Stories.. works up an unusual amount of feeling, right where youd least expect it. Metro Active
4.4
Yet director Andr vredal, working from an original story by producer Guillermo Del Toro, achieves something quite remarkable a film that not only pays .. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
1.5
Is it, you know, scary, as the title foolishly promises Well... no. Unless youre a tween whos never seen a horror movie before and, come on, who ever .. Adelaide Review
2.0
In a time where Stranger Things dominates the small screen and the It reboot franchise is still fresh in everyones memory, dancing the same routine do .. Mac Guff
4.5
Even though youre aware that youre going to end up scared, you still have a tinge of excitement within you. Battle Royale With Cheese
2.0
Overall, the films worst trait isnt that its disinteresting and tame. Impulse Gamer
2.0
All of the creatures are terrifically unsettling, and vredal taps into the frenzied logic of nightmares with unnerving accuracy. Crooked Marquee
1.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark delivers a fun horror tale that is visually seductive but its not something that I am likely to add to my film colle .. Kpbs
4.0
While it doesnt commit to either audience, it is still a treat for both. Dread Central
2.3
They style outweighs the substance here by a wide margin, and thats actually a good thing. The Gate
3.8
The teens are a perfect fit for a movie that serves up the right level of frights for the slumber party set. Movie Cricket
4.4
Yet director Andr vredal, working from an original story by producer Guillermo Del Toro, achieves something quite remarkable a film that not only pays .. From the Front Row
4.5
The costumed kids decide that trick or treating isnt nearly as fun as exploring the local haunted house a spooky, abandoned gothic revival mansion tha .. At Home In Hollywood
3.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark exploits multiple ways of shocking the public... The variety of stories and creatures add intrigue, rhythm, and tens .. Enfil Me
2.0
Thats okay, as all movies dont have to be for everyone, no matter how desperately studio execs lust for the broadest of appeals. The Reader (Omaha, NE)
3.0
Sounds a little cliched, right The kind of story youve heard over and over, but thats exactly the point. Maddwolf
4.5
Director Andr vredal achieves something different for a story that we already know. La Nación (Argentina)
3.0
You know it is silly and not realistic at all but its done with enough style to get you and make you smile. rachelsreviews.net
3.8
Scary Storiess 108 minutes is filled with appealing teenage horror and cheesy dialogue. 812 Film Reviews
3.0
As the Fall approaches, Scary Stories is an ideal candidate for your Halloween fright night if youre interested in catching something thats entertaini .. What I Watched Tonight
3.5
That doesnt mean that there arent stakes, though, and the film doesnt shy away from keeping its characters accountable for their actions. Daily Dead
2.0
As much as the children performances arent really living up to their end of the bargain, the script has some major issues of its own to overcome. Silver Screen Riot
3.5
Is It TOO Scary, Though I honestly dont think Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark is too scary. Mama's Geeky
4.0
Finds just the right balance between goofy teenage antics and full blown nightmare fuel to delight fans both young and old. ComicBook.com
3.8
The tension builds, the special effects are gruesome, and most of all the film is fun for both young and old moviegoers. Victoria Advocate
3.0
Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark gets under your skin like a good campfire story should. Daily Telegraph
4.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is true to its name ... genuinely creepy, with an incredible sense of atmosphere. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
4.5
Good bones are what keep Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark upright. Memphis Flyer
3.5
The best aspect of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is the excellent use of suspense and mystery. Konexión
4.0
Del Toro has made his own spider web regarding plot to give cohesion to several of Schwartzs most iconic spooky pieces. Fotogramas
1.5
Thats not to say that there isnt anything worthwhile here, though. Vanyaland
2.0
All in all, theres no questioning that Scary Stories has helped feed a new generation of horror fans. Mediaversity Reviews
4.5
The target audience may be 12 15 years old, but this film is scary enough to rattle adults. That Shelf
3.5
A gothic horror story made with trade and knowledge, with the ability to scare through the noblest tools of cinema.
4.0
Just the type of gateway horror that will fuel nightmares for an entire generation of kids, just as the books did with my own generation. High Def Digest
4.5
Ramn is also one of the very few representations of a lead Latinx character in horror that doesnt pass for anything but Latino, and he doesnt die. But Why Tho? A Geek Commun ..
3.5
That put aside, Scary Stories is a surprisingly effective and affecting exploration of a shared horror experience. Fanboys of the Universe
2.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark gets so caught up in its plot that the scares end up feeling like an afterthought. Smash Cut Reviews
3.1
One cant help but think that it would have been better as an episodic TV series. Wtop
4.0
Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark successfully executes a film for a new generation of horror lovers while giving fans of the book the nostalgia they ..
0.5
But thats not the real reason the movie counterpart left me cold. Cosmopolitan
3.0
Bizarrely saddled with a kiddie excluding 15 certificate in the UK, the film is a nasty slice of PG 13 horror that shows a family friendly feel doesnt .. Flickering Myth
3.0
This film is a perfect bridge between Goosebumps and Nightmare on Elm Street. If youre looking to be creeped out, look no further. Mad About Movies Podcast
4.5
Ultimately, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is not only the perfect primer for horror neophytes but efficiently delivers sufficient shudders to sati .. NME
1.5
Even worse, a local cop (Gil Bellows) investigates, but the story doesnt clue us into details of his findings.
4.5
Theres nothing here for me to love excepting, maybe, the incomparable Michael Pena but this isnt really a movie for 30 plus year old adults. Kids get .. Comicsverse
3.8
While only rated PG 13, this Guillermo del Toro produced horror film delivers more than its fair share of thrills, turning the popular YA book series .. Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..
3.5
Each new sequence is a testament to how far creature designs (which have del Toros fingerprints all over them), set up, and gore free execution can go .. Asheville Movies
3.0
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is worth watching because... theres a terror that represents a certain humanism that combines social realism with a .. La Nación (Costa Rica)
3.0
Its an important lesson to teach kids, but it doesnt come up often enough to drive the message home. Exclaim!
2.0
Unsure why it took five different writers to pen this many stereotypes and genre tropes into one of the years most forgettable scary movies. Texas Art & Film
4.5
Unlike, how most slashers fail due to the focus on gore and brutality, with little care for craft and character, Scary Stories doesnt just focus on th ..
1.5
It may not be the type of story you cant put down, but theres enough on the page to keep you turning over. This is Film
3.5
All in all, this cocktail of blood, nostalgia and a few drops of denunciation is most refreshing for this hot summer.
4.5
Prepare to be entertained! Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a refreshing take on a popular book series that filled many childhoods with unforgetta .. Pop Culture Leftovers
3.0
Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark is an atmospheric adventure film, with nostalgic fear to remind children that not all fairy tales have happy endings ..
4.5
But Colletti gives Stella sincerity and, most important, raw terror and despair. America Magazine
4.0
Zoe Colletti is particularly good as Stella, a nerdy horror obsessed young woman who doesnt completely soften up when she gets slightly doey eyed for .. The Beat
1.5
It does it job at being a good horror flick for a night out of the house, but it still isnt as bold as it probably couldve been.
2.0
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is great for newcomers to the series, and a trip down memory lane for those who read the books. Shake Fire
3.5
This film serves as a proper gateway for kids and adolescents to the horror genre while smoothly incorporating the original stories from the books int .. VitalThrills.com
2.0
The powerhouse trio at the center of The Kitchen cant sell the film as an effective mob movie or feminist thriller. Richard Crouse
4.5
If youre thinking this seems to be a list of horror clichs and stereotypes, thats not an uncharitable suspicion. Australian Financial Revie ..
1.5
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is one of the loudest horror movies youre sure to see, really trying to amp up the jump scares. Lenoirauteur
4.5
Theres a lot that doesnt work about the movie, most of which involves its attempt to create a franchise and establish resonant backstories for the cha .. Deep Focus Review
4.5
Its such and entertaining movie with great monsters but the scary stuff really lacks.
4.5
It isnt as toothless as HALLOWEENTOWN or THE WORST WITCH, but it certainly has gallons less blood than Muschiettis film.
3.0
There will be some undercooked character beats to contend with before the surprisingly nerve fraying encounters... In Session Film
4.5
They feel genuine, not like movie childrenparticularly Colletti, whos a real find as the bright, artistically ambitious Stella. Rue Morgue
4.5
Yet it doesnt feel like artificial melodrama; the atmosphere rings with authenticity. Phoenix Magazine
4.0
Ovredal isnt afraid to pull out a horrific bag of teasing, traumatizing pacing tricks. Nightmare on Film Street
4.5
Great gateway horror that treats kids with a lot more smarts than the majority of fare thats made for them. A complicated and slickly produced piece o .. Horror Queers Podcast
3.1
Scary Stories manages to do well by its source material and offers a few genuine scares to boot especially for the new, young horror fans at which the .. Philadelphia Inquirer
3.5
Gives fans of Schwartz and Gammells work a fun thrill ride while also serving as a great gateway horror movie for kids to get terrified and then hooke .. GameSpot
4.5
Even though none of these characters are destined to give me nightmares, the unspoken themes of the film are way more likely to keep me up at night. Nylon
4.5
Rather than leaning on spraying guts across the scene, or on simply waiting for the killer to jump out, the story builds, and it doesnt skimp on the d ..
4.0
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark successfully brings some of the most memorable stories we grew up with to life, in both design and storytelling.
2.3
Episode 46: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark / Share / The King of Comedy
4.5
Although, there is no specific Scary Stories tale that hes tied to. PopHorror.com



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