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Positive Reviews
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2.5
On a creative level, however, Spiral doesnt really offer any new pieces to the jigsaw puzzle.
Den Of Geek
1.9
It doesnt end well, traumatizing a poor subway train driver for sure.
Rogerebert
3.0
The expected gimmicky torture/gore scenes in this Saw spin off seem a little out of place in whats otherwise a decently moody, intense police story.
Common Sense Media
2.0
But if the basic feel of the franchise hasnt changed its still ugly and cheap and thoroughly uninterested in getting branded as elevated horror the id ..
Indie Wire
1.5
In its How can we make the old sick trash new again way, the ninth film in the series isnt just another attempt to squeeze this bloody lemon dry.
Variety
4.5
Spiral, helmed by longtime franchise director Darren Lynn Bousman, doesnt need Kramer and his group of apprentices to feel like a Saw film.
Austin Chronicle
1.0
Its all so rushed and half assed, like it was cobbled together on the fly rather than intricately plotted out, stupidly written and worst of all incre ..
The Guardian
1.9
Spiral seems primed to explore the present day fight against police brutality, but it never lives up to that promise.
2.5
If youve managed to avoid 17 years worth of Saw movies so far, why start now
2.0
The new spinoff is more crime thriller than horror movie, but it retains its infamous torture traps while adding clumsy social commentary.
Collider
1.5
But the screenplay never satisfyingly digs into those potential tensions, instead relying on tired father/son conflict clichs: Zeke worries hell embar ..
The Hollywood Reporter
1.5
He scoffs at protocol, tortures an informant and prattles on about how women cant be trusted.
The New York Times
1.5
It doesnt end well, traumatizing a poor subway train driver for sure.
Rogerebert
1.5
For that matter, the film doesnt want to confront any of its own ideas.
IGN
1.0
Nowhere near the radical reinvention of generic tropes that was at least implicitly promised, Spiral is just another lame and loathsome freak show.
E Film Critic
2.0
The last three traps werent gory enough feels among the more depressing critical judgements Ill ever bestow.
Telegraph
1.5
Brooke Palmer / Lionsgate) Soon after its encouraging opening, Spiral clumsily uncoils.
2.0
Spiral makes an admirable stab at defibrillating an old franchise but ultimately wastes its stars, caught in the same bear trap of a formula that befe ..
3.5
It proves to be a surprisingly solid mash up, distinguished by Rocks performance in the lead and some ultra stylish direction by frequent franchise di ..
JoBlo
1.5
Spirals too restrained storylines here are clearly an unfortunate side effect of its ambitions toward a more venerated generic bent...
The Globe And Mail
2.5
Sits on the gory edge of the blade, teetering between not all that and not that bad.
Rogers Movie Nation
1.9
Make no mistake, theres nothing of value here for anyone who didnt enjoy the Saw movies.
ReelViews
2.0
Its really just the same old Saw, offering a tired tale of suffering and trapping, lacking any inventiveness capable of making the viewing experience ..
Blu Ray
2.5
If youve seen any of these movies, youll recognize that statementand have a good idea of how gory the results are.
Mark Reviews Movies
2.0
Lynn Bousman maintains a decent amount of suspense and will please fans with his five traps and climactic homage to the original film, but Spiral lack ..
2.5
...a seriously disappointing followup that is, astonishingly enough, the franchises weakest, least interesting entry.
Reel Film Reviews
2.5
Chris Rock and Samuel L. Jackson bring star power and a curious lack of anything else to the latest attempt at re starting the SAW franchise; in which ..
You Tube
1.5
I like being scared; what I dont particularly like is being grossed or winced out.
You Tube
3.0
Chris Rocks natural funniness adds a new twist to this jigsaw puzzle.
You Tube
2.0
Spiral isnt a revolutionary new take on a tired franchise, but a lesser version really. The twist is so damn disappointing and clich. Rock is his norm ..
You Tube
2.6
Spiral is not a new chapter or a reimagining of the franchise its yet another rehash.
You Tube
2.0
drops dialogue throughout the movie like hes in full stand up mode.
You Tube
1.0
Even the torture porn murders have lost their gross out value, and are now just brutal and kitsch.
The Times
3.0
The villain in Spiral doesnt really get enough time on screen to make that big of an impact, but its good to see the franchise trying new things.
Radio Times
2.0
But if youre looking for an intriguing or engaging look at bad cops and those who make them pay for their sins by the book or in vigilante mode this i ..
Screen It
2.0
That excitement doesnt seem to have transferred to the film itself.
Independent
1.0
Kick the box youre standing on out from under you, and youll rip your tongue out and live.
Rolling Stone
1.5
They barely have lives at all, possibly because so many of them dont live that long.
Decider
1.5
Spiral sacrifices entertainment value for respectability and in the process doesnt quite achieve either.
The Wrap
0.5
Its all so rushed and half assed, like it was cobbled together on the fly rather than intricately plotted out, stupidly written and worst of all incre ..
The Guardian
2.5
In one amusing meta moment, Zeke references New Jack City a movie Rock is in.)
Az Central
2.5
This does not seem like the right place to debate police accountability. Beyond that, its an effective Saw.
Star Tribune
3.0
It still hits some pretty cliched cop thriller beats, and although it doesnt feature any especially ingenious kills, it sticks to the grisly script en ..
Flim List
4.5
Jigsaw left much to be desired and marred the final conclusion the franchise that had been so cleverly crafted.
Film Inquiry
2.5
Filled with a gory, repellent depravity thats destined to gross out any squeamish audience.
Susang Ranger
2.0
Unfortunately Spiral doesnt end up going anywhere interesting in this regard; the biggest reveal will likely be spotted a mile away by franchise devot ..
Flickering Myth
2.0
Spirals concept is interesting and could have reinvigorated excitement for the long stale Saw franchise now up to nine installments.
Flickering Myth
3.0
Banks, hes pure Rock, seemingly dusting off some new standup material with his squad before an undercover heist.
Flim Threet
1.5
He scoffs at protocol, tortures an informant and prattles on about how women cant be trusted.
The New York Times
2.0
The clearly underdeveloped world isnt helped by a ramshackle mystery at the heart of the plot.
Bullz-Eye
1.5
But the screenplay never satisfyingly digs into those potential tensions, instead relying on tired father/son conflict clichs: Zeke worries hell embar ..
Hollywood Reporter
1.5
Its a passion project gone awrytoo serious in its creative intentions to be ignored, yet too silly to take seriously.
The Atlantic
1.5
Spiral clearly isnt worried about good taste, it lumbers into a rushed finale that feels surgically engineered to push buttons.
Pajiba
2.5
As great as that might be, figuring out who the Jigsaw copycat is doesnt take a lot of effort.
Movie Freak
2.0
No matter who the killer is targeting with his latest schemes, its Rock whos the victim here, and he does not escape unharmed.
Detroit News
1.0
Saw newbies dont have to be clued up on the whole mythology to watch Spiral.
Firstpost
1.5
If the title implies a certain motion, the main direction the movie heads is essentially down the drain.
Cnn
3.0
Nitpicks and all, it works as a fun horror thriller for novices and another romp in the SAW universe for fans.
Forbes
3.0
READ MORE: Summer 2021 Preview: Over 50 Movies To Watch The movie doesnt contain any top five moments for the series, but it does have the best develo ..
The Play List
1.9
More than a disaster, the picture is a notable, conspicuous disaster: a police procedural without a mystery; a buddy cop comedy neither funny nor rich ..
Film Freak Central
2.0
That pitch alone makes Spiral stand out from the eight films that preceded it, though it isnt daring enough to truly walk a new path.
Now Toronto
1.5
Spiral doesnt manage a single memorable set piece in that department as being hit by a subway car or electrocuted feel far too mundane given all thats ..
Film School Rejects
2.0
The film conveys no coherent message, except as a warning to makers of mash ups: throwing an unusual set of ingredients into the blender may be a way ..
The Age
4.0
But Spiral is also that rarest of reboots one that will satisfy series die hards and a whole new generation of horror nuts.
Games Radar
4.0
Spiral is engaging and packs a punch. It will no doubt illicit commentary given your stance on police corruption, gore, or Chris Rocks strong performa ..
You Tube
2.0
Despite fair fast paced tension, the film is littered with forgettable unlikeable characters that build to a farfetched twist that lacks the WOW facto ..
You Tube
2.5
The Spiral team gets the traps right, but thats about it. A hugely disappointing installment loaded with so much untapped potential.
You Tube
3.3
The mystery is intriguing, the traps are bloody, and the style is interesting. The story itself could have been given more depth, but there is fun to ..
You Tube
4.0
A worthy successor to a flawed but beloved horror franchise that breathes just enough new life to give it a fresh start.
You Tube
4.5
The Saw franchise is back with a fresh new coat of paint. Chris Rock and Darren Lynn Bousman reinvent the horror franchise perfectly.
You Tube
3.0
Spiral cleverly repurposes Saws building blocks, honouring its legacy whilst moving it forward.
Star Burst Magazine
2.0
Factor in Jackson as Zekes legendary cop father, and the stage is set for all manner of funny games, but in the biggest twist of all, Spiral just does ..
Lw Lies
2.0
And yes, theres a twist thatll make you rethink everything, of course.)
Digital Spy
1.5
Having said all that, Spirals still isnt the worst film in the Saw franchise.
Flicks
2.5
Other than that, though, there really doesnt seem to be much to link Spiral to the old Saws.
Screen Crush
2.0
Unfortunately, it isnt long before fun, sense and narrative cohesion go out the window.
Stuff
3.5
I love a grisly image or two, but nothing in Spiral is more interesting than the closing credits that follow it. Its nice to know that several people ..
Ar Kansas Online
2.5
Spiral: Saw entertains when it recovers its sadistic games but fails in its attempt to renew the saga.
1.0
The perfunctory attempt to swath this exercise in overtones of psychology or social commentary fails to justify any of this.
Killer Movie Reviews
2.3
The most frustrating thing about Spiral is that there is a better, smarter movie lurking beneath all the nonsense here; all the quick cuts and speed r ..
Film
1.5
The problem is, while the gory Saw scenarios are entertaining, theres not nearly enough of them, and the rest of the film doesnt work nearly as well.
Io9 Gizmodo
2.5
Alas, the ninth installment in the Saw franchise doesnt meet those standards.
Chicago Sun Times
2.6
A dumb reboot thats just as gory as expected, but sorely lacking in suspense. Chris Rock, playing against type, is miscast.
Nyc Movie Guru
2.5
Rock, grimacing through an awful cop act thats like Pookie meets Sipowicz, plays Det.
Punch Drunk Critics
3.8
... the ninety minute runtime keeps tension ramped up between clue reveals and trap sequences... leaves little time to care about plot related father ..
Movie Crypt
2.5
The mystery that drives Spiral isnt poorly handled or silly, just simplistic and easy to sniff out.
Movie Web
2.5
That said, I wish it did more than just circle some familiar ideas with a yellow highlighter.
We Live Entertainment
4.0
Thank goodness hes back because, without his stylistic flourishes, Spiral wouldnt be as good as it is.
We Live Entertainment
1.0
Rock is the wrong choice to lead a story that doesnt have a single crumb of comedy in it.
Hollywood Chicago
1.5
Fans wont be disappointed and will want to line up for this one, and though the film is far too violent and gross for the weak of heart, Rock, Jackson ..
Dead Line
2.0
Its entertaining, Rock gives a solid performance and it gets its laughs from some Quentin Tarantino like Pulp Fiction riffs.
Dennis Schwartz Reviews
2.0
If there is enjoyable dialogue embellishing by Rock and Jackson, its lost among all the tropes of a pedestrian procedural.
One Room With A View
3.1
That hair trigger tension permeates Killing, a portrait of lost lovers and the family left behind.
Mercury News
1.5
It doesnt share any of its characters, motives, or histories with the franchise, and that inconsistency leaves a gaping hole in Spiral that isnt fille ..
Polygon
2.5
Directed by series veteran Darren Lynn Bousman (Saw II, Saw III, Saw IV), it certainly doesnt lack for intensity.
No La
2.0
But thats about as far as Spirals connection to the previous sequels goes.
Film Avclub
1.5
Other than that, theres really just not that much personality here.
Alternate Ending
2.0
Director Darren Lynn Bousmans series rebirth is a grimy mashup of a traditional police procedural combined with vulgar horror auteurism.
Fresh Fiction
3.8
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Fat Guys At The Movies
1.5
But testing the audiences threshold for blood, guts, gore and complicated torture devices isnt the same as engaging them.
Concrete Play Ground
2.0
Spiral doesnt feel like its doing enough thats new. This is a case of been there, Saw that.
National Post
1.5
The latest installment in the SAW horror franchise adds some new twists and characters, notably Chris Rock, but remains faithful to the original conce ..
Original Cin
3.0
Director Darren Lynn Bousman, on his fourth Saw film, keeps things fresh while also nodding, via the pig mask and a scene involving handcuffs and a ha ..
The Australian
1.9
But it doesnt matter if you figure out who the killer is or not because its likely that no part of you will care who lives or dies in this movie since ..
Third Coast Review
2.5
A serial killer copycatting Jigsaw is stalking and killing corrupt NYC cops.
Ion Cinema
1.5
Maybe I am just numb to the whole shtick, but the so called twist ending is not as clever as it thinks, and certainly pales in comparison with the cla ..
The New Paper
3.0
Its a pretty good, if disposable, effort with just enough gore and dismemberment to keep hardcore fans of the genre and the franchise happy...Of cours ..
Tiny Url
3.0
Torture returns to the screen and we are witnesses and victims at the same time.
1.5
His bracing presence plus the scripts Black Lives Matter angle makes Spiral a flawed but unique addition to the burgeoning canon of Black horror films ..
Fw Weekly
3.1
Everyone else who sees Spiral will go in looking for the revolting spectacle that it is.
Datebook Sfchronicle
2.0
Despite a fresh coat of paint, this is very much another Saw movie, albeit one that gets back to the series roots. Those roots being ripping off Seven ..
Columbus Alive
1.5
Yet this doesnt turn into a pre Rambo with Jimmy Stewart slaughtering Union soldiers left and right.
Film Frenzy
2.5
They dont make movies on paper, though, something Spiral proves repeatedly over its blah 93 minute run.
Hollywood Into To
2.0
This doesnt mean that viewers who care about social justice but arent into hard gore horror will take to SPIRAL.
Assignment X
1.5
Though on paper Spiral has all the right elements to make for an exciting and fresh take on an iconic horror institution, there just isnt enough life ..
Culture
1.5
By centering on Zekes investigation, Spiral winds up feeling more like an ordinary serial killer procedural one of those many Se7en and Silence of the ..
Vulture
2.0
Its a good thought; unfortunately, the story isnt strong enough to hold up its end of the bargain.
4.5
This pitch black horror comedy is equal parts timely social commentary and sly slasher flick, and it showcases a fantastic lead performance.
Thril List
3.0
Most folks signing up for another entry in the Saw pamphlet want memorable traps with gorey dismemberments.
The Only Critic
4.0
Its a complementary pairing, as Williams eager to please persona means hes willing to put up with Zekes volatile nature more than most.
Bloody Disgusting
3.0
The spiral logo that gives the movie its name is supposed to be emblematic of change and progress, but the movie doesnt quite live up to the symbols m ..
Richard Crouse
0.5
However, Neo Jigsaw does not engage in historys cleverly designed, efficient instruments.
Film Festival Today
2.0
Maybe thats a positive thing for you, maybe not responses may vary.
Mac Guff
1.5
Reviving the first films moderation isnt necessarily a bad decision.
Battle Royale With Cheese
1.5
Unapologetically committed to his portrayal and to genre demands, Rock again shows that he doesnt need to be confined to comedy. In Spiral, though, he ..
Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
2.5
Spiral seems to have a noble goal of exposing the forces corruption and brutality, and in the first half, it even succeeds. But as the plot unravels, ..
Willamette Week
1.5
A bloated budget cant save the film from faulty writing and an unentertaining narrative structure.
The Spool
1.5
A Jigsaw replacement, though, should somewhat favorably compare to the original character, and Spirals doesnt quite get there.
The Week
4.5
Profile hooks you with its fast paced narrative that doesnt leave you any time to think but even at its fast pace, you still feel like theres a lot of ..
Kpbs
2.5
If youve seen any of the Saw moviesor Se7enyou dont have to ask what happens next.
Geeks Of Color
3.0
Theres plenty of vicious, mean spirited violence to sate the bloodlust in the core audience. And at the same time, Spiral rewrites the script in an in ..
3.8
Zeke Banks isnt just the hero of Spiral; hes the kind of hero society genuinely needs right now.
Dread Central
2.5
Starts with a fine first hour, then dissolves with a twist ending that comes much too fast
Splice Today
1.5
The film runs a scant 90 minutes, and while Im all for tightly made films that dont waste time this one rushes everything.
Flixist
3.5
While the original Saw movies were gory and psychological in nature, Spiral adds more of a dramatic element to the mix.
FlickDirect
4.4
The best dramatic performance of career, one that will make audiences think twice about him and the Saw universe.
Movie Cricket
2.0
Spiral: From the Book of Saw isnt a distant cousin of the disturbing horror franchise.
Showbiz Junkies
2.5
You cant begrudge the Saw franchise for knowing precisely what its fans want and giddily serving it up to them.
The Jam Report
4.5
And even though its narrative is squarely focused on Rocks honest and dedicated detective, it does a great job of holding up a cinematic magnifying gl ..
Daily Dead
2.0
Clearly no shortage of costly bottles were flowing and what seemed like an invigorating modern spin on the series that once popularized the American t ..
Silver Screen Riot
4.0
It isnt a good Saw movie unless you are watching through your fingers, screaming, giggling, and gagging, as the characters try to escape them.
Mama's Geeky
2.0
Like the other entries hes directed, Bousman leaves things open ended.
Houston Press
3.0
After turning in one of his crooked coworkers, detective Zeke Banks (Chris Rock) doesnt have many allies in his precinct, which doesnt help when hes t ..
ComicBook.com
3.8
Owing more to David Fincher than James Wan, the film is at its peak in between the gory scenes weve come to expect since the inception of the franchis ..
Victoria Advocate
2.0
The film attempts to move the franchise in a different direction, with rather mixed results. Still, if youre a fan of the series, like me, Spiral sati ..
KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
1.5
Sadly, Spiral doesnt quite live up to that pedigree: Its more of the same Saw, but without the polish or, more importantly, genuine batshit deranged i ..
Vanyaland
1.5
Gender: 3/5 Does it pass the Bechdel Test NOPE The main female lead, Captain Angie Garza (Marisol Nichols), is a badass head of a homicide squad who d ..
Mediaversity Reviews
1.5
Chris Rock brings the Saw franchise back into the spotlight as a police crime thriller that disappointingly fails to live up to its full potential.
That Shelf
4.5
Its the first time in Saw history where youll actually hope you wont see a gory death occur.
Awards Watch
3.8
To be honest, I didnt expect anything from Spiral: From the Book of Saw.
But Why Tho? A Geek Commun ..
1.5
Whether its digging into Zekes personal life, or forming a remotely cohesive, if not thought provoking, statement about police violence in America, ju ..
Cocalecas
3.0
Its not quite what were historically accustomed to from the cinematic world of Saw, but Spiral introduces a new take that just might sustain the franc ..
The Hollywood News
3.5
Spiral is far from perfect but its the most exciting SAW inspired film since, for this critic, SAW II.
3.0
Now actor/producer Chris Rock headlines the grandiosely titled Spiral: From the Book of Saw, a 2021 attempt to kick start the property all over again.
4.5
Is Spiral as graphic as Saw Even though Spiral is more of an edgy cop movie than straight horror, youre not going to get off the hook if youre squeami ..
Showbiz Cheat Sheet
3.0
Few asked for another game, but at least Bousmans latest attempt has a (halfway at least) mind of its own and delivers some thrills.
KSDK
2.0
Spiral isnt exactly treading new ground here in fact, it mostly comes across as the less creative, less interesting version of that story.
The Lamplight Review
2.0
Instead of taking the once groundbreaking horror series in a fresh and exciting new direction, Spiral wastes its terrific cast with a watered down, co ..
The Lamplight Review
1.5
Spiral, like all the other films in the series, is not a pleasant experience, but if it succeeds at the box office, it could be the start of another c ..
CultureMap
4.5
has made a light footed zombie epic. I guess youd have to call it an epic when its that long two and a half hours.
FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
1.5
Spiral isnt even memorably bad enough to be nominated for a Razzie Award.
2.5
As the Saw horror series goes, its new spinoff, being fully titled Spiral: From the Book of Saw, isnt much to write home about.
Film International
2.0
A stale rehashing of the sagas tropes with different characters going through the motions.
Asheville Movies
2.3
I wish the best for the series and I hope this isnt the final nail in the series coffin, but perhaps expectations were simply too lofty for this one.
Film Pulse
1.5
...never finds a voice with which to call its own and somehow has the temerity to leave an opportunity on the table for yet another Saw film.
Should I See It
4.0
Spiral is a new story almost entirely, one that miraculously doesnt feel the need to heavily rely on nostalgia and lazy throwbacks to what came before ..
2.0
Spiral has a bit more to say, even though it doesnt deviate much from the blueprint of SAWs past.
3.3
Its probably best to go in with low expectations, and dont think too much.
The Movie Blog
1.5
By dumbing down the material ... Rock, Bousman, and co. have delivered a Saw film missing more than a few puzzle pieces.
4.0
With strong performances from the entire cast, especially Rock, and delightfully horrific practical effects, this film is sure to appeal to many horro ..
1.5
If torture porn is still your thing, even in 2021, then Spiral was made with you in mind ... like normal porn, the set up is weak, the acting is over ..
3.5
Bousmans confident return behind the camera and Rocks capable performance ... help elevate this particular chapter above a great deal of the more gory ..
The AU Review
2.0
If Spiral accomplishes one thing, its the reconfirmation the Saw franchise truly is dead.
Galveston Daily News
3.0
Fortunately, a hackneyed script cant ruin what is ultimately good, gross horror fun.
Box Office Prophets
1.5
But Rocks bombastic good guy alone isnt enough to distract from Spirals dependence on the Saw blueprint.
Deep Focus Review
3.0
...if you skip the gore, the police procedural elements actually work well, with Rock an unfamiliar presence and several effective plot twists that I ..
film-authority.com
3.0
He proves a compelling character, hellbent on tackling corruption from the inside, yet doesnt feel like he can ever measure up to the legacy of his fa ..
We Have a Hulk
1.5
At its center, Zeke ticks off all the typical boxes of a renegade cop with a broken marriage being saddled with a new partner he doesnt want etc.
Rue Morgue
2.5
I somewhat enjoyed Spiral, which plays more like a typical thriller in which cops try to catch a gruesome killer than at least what I imagine a Saw fi ..
The News-Herald (Willoughb ..
3.0
In the end, however, Spiral still cant hold a candle to 2004s Saw.
Strange Harbors
1.9
Its a bit hard to put my finger on the one reason why Spiral doesnt work.
AMovieGuy.com
4.5
Barring one special occasion private rental, but thats a story for another day.
Boston Hassle
4.5
As the franchise continued, with convoluted stories, overhyped gimmicks *hello Saw 3D*, and issues from a technical perspective, we horror fans just c ..
Jordy Reviews It
3.9
If youre hoping for an ending with a heavy hitting Game Over growled overtop of Charlie Clousers iconic score, Spiral: From The Book of Saw is sure to ..
Nightmare on Film Street
1.9
Even though the film starts with an interesting premise, it isnt long before the worst habits of bloodletting exploitation kick in and start to muck u ..
2.0
Oxygen is a taut French sci fi thriller that is definitely not for the claustrophobic.
KKFI-FM (Kansas City)
3.0
Spiral will have its fans and, to be honest, it receives a qualified recommendation because of Rock, Jackson and a nice supporting turn from Minghella ..
Akron Beacon Journal
2.0
Now that its here, the delayed gratification just doesnt have the punch.
MovieReelist.com
3.5
Spiral is doing exactly as much as it needs to in order to resurrect the franchise no more, no less.
Queer.Horror.Movies.
4.4
Even if you couldnt care less, the uniqueness of this one makes it worth checking out.
Awards Radar
3.0
As for the lead, theres something refreshing about having a personality as big as Rock in every scene.
City Am
2.0
The horror film is essentially a complete disappointment otherwise.
Hub Pages
4.5
I have to admit, I liked this film...and a great opportunity to get back into a theater.
WXIX-TV (Cincinnati, OH)
1.5
That development could come with some very interesting political subtext, but Spiral doesnt want to go there.
The Screen Scene
3.8
What movie doesnt Jackson enhance I love their strained relationship, which helps promote the tension of the murders.
OurQuadCities / WHBF-TV (I ..
1.0
wants to be The Wire, Training Day, a Rock stand up special, and a Turkish soap opera. Nothing can withstand that lack of focus.
3.0
Much like Saw VI (the best sequel dont @ me), Spiral also offers up some social commentary.
Lucy Goes to Hollywood
1.0
We are confident this film will kick off a robust summer moviegoing season.
1.5
With Chris Rock, Samuel L. Jackson, Max Minghella, Marisol Nichols, Richard Zeppieri.
4.5
After about two and a half really solid movies, the series rapidly went downhill, reaching its nadir with 2017s unwatchable Jigsaw.
Looper
1.5
Spiral, though it isnt boring, is too crass and silly for that much effort. But I enjoyed it anyway, because of Rock.
Less Hat, Moorhead
4.5
Offers fans of the franchise what they thrive for while throwing in more than a few ideas that makes it far better as an actual movie than any previou ..
Below the Line
3.0
This is a film that is exactly the sum of its parts and no more; if youre not interested in gruesome death traps and / or Chris Rock, theres nothing e ..
1.0
Now we have Chris Rock mugging his way through a bland crime drama thats more concerned with 90s movies Easter eggs than with convincing diehards that ..
Kicking the Seat
1.9
Though plenty gory, theres no suspense, or even scares, to speak of in Spiral, as the story just sort of happens at the audience rather than drawing u ..
1.5
Industrial music isnt as big as it was, and adapting to an urban crime milieu isnt the worst choice in the world for a narrative shift.
4.5
Jackson does Jackson, and thats generally a good time, and I do wonder why more A listers dont sign up for horror movies just for the fun of being put ..
Mr. Movie's Film Blog
1.5
To go boldly into the breach of horror with a clever eye isnt what the filmmakers usually go for with this, and likely isnt what most audiences prefer ..
2.5
Zeke isnt just another mouse wandering piss stained labyrinth hallways between certain death and certainter death.
The Gist
1.5
At a run time of 133 minutes, the action and deaths are relentless and gruesome. Right out of the gate, a sadistic killing kicks off the endless death ..
1.9
Zack Snyder delivers another wicked zombie prologue but then takes his foot off the gas and allows too much talking and not enough tension to drain th ..
1.5
Theres too much could have been and should have been surrounding Spiral to dismiss it as just franchise fodder.
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