Scream

Scream
Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a new killer has donned the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town’s deadly past.
ርልዪረ reviewedOctober 10, 2025
Plot:
Set 25 years after the original Woodsboro murders, a new Ghostface killer emerges, targeting a new generation of teens while some original survivors, including Sidney Prescott, Gale Weathers, and Dewey Riley, return to help. The film explores legacy, fame, and the slasher genre’s evolution.
Strengths:
Blend of Old & New: Balances returning characters with a fresh cast, appealing to longtime fans and newcomers.
Meta Commentary: Cleverly references previous films, horror tropes, and modern technology.
Suspense & Scares: Maintains jump scares, tension, and creative kills.
Strong Performances: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette reprise their roles effectively, adding emotional weight.
Weaknesses:
Predictable Plot: Familiarity with the franchise makes some twists easier to guess.
Safe Choices: Plays it a bit safe, relying on nostalgia rather than fully innovating the formula.
Pacing: Some sequences drag, affecting the overall tension.
Overall:
Scream (2022) is a solid, nostalgic revival that successfully introduces new characters while honoring the original series. It’s entertaining, suspenseful, and a respectful continuation of the Woodsboro saga, though not as groundbreaking as the 1996 original.