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bfoore90Nov 4, 2017

In what I think was the 4th Stephan King movie released this year, I enjoyed 1922 by the end of it all. Its a period piece, amplified by fantastic props and chilling vibes. Thomas Jane stars in one of the best roles I've seen him in years

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kheasNov 4, 2017

At its core this is very much a rendition of the classic Poe story called A Tell Tale Heart which, honestly, is quite appropriate seeing that King is this generation’s Edgar Allen Poe. Like Poe, King’s tales can and will continue to haunt usAt its core this is very much a rendition of the classic Poe story called A Tell Tale Heart which, honestly, is quite appropriate seeing that King is this generation’s Edgar Allen Poe. Like Poe, King’s tales can and will continue to haunt us for centuries to come well after his own demise. In this case, the beating heart is replaced by rats and they sure make themselves known. For more go to https://latetothegame.blog/2017/11/04/new-movie-review-1922-2017-netflix-a-tale-worthy-of-poe/… Expand

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TheQuietGamerOct 20, 2017

IT, Gerald's Game, and now 1922, This year has given us three great Stephen King film adaptations that have succeeded because the people behind them realized it's the story and characters that are important, not just the concept. SomethingIT, Gerald's Game, and now 1922, This year has given us three great Stephen King film adaptations that have succeeded because the people behind them realized it's the story and characters that are important, not just the concept. Something that has always been the case when the author's works have made the jump to movie format. As far as that goes, 1922 might just be the best of the three. It's incredibly compelling, dark, and intelligent. A horror movie for the thinking man. The story has a great way of getting under your skin. It's pretty slow-burn. We witness a man murder his wife and suffer the consequences of his sin. The movie takes the time to let us see how everything comes together, so that way it means more when everything falls apart. 1922 is subtly unnerving in it's quietness. The way it lets the tension build makes the more visceral thrills and gore all the more effective. There's an emotional gut punch brought on by just how well-acted and believable our leads are. Thomas Jane gives what is undoubtedly the best performance of his career in his third Stephen King adaptation, this one being the best of the bunch and easily his best movie thus far. This could very well open a door for him into more critically successful work in the future as he has really shown more talent here than one would likely expect looking back at his prior works.

1922 is a dark, gothic tale of deserved punishment. One where the characters are so human, and the situation so real, that one can't help but be sucked in by the power of it. The way the supernatural elements are handled make you wonder whether or not Jane is actually being haunted, or if the guilt and stress of what he's done is just driving him mad. The whole thing us very reminiscent of Poe's "The Tell-tale Heart" and other works of gothic fiction. There's both a brain and a beating heart behind the events you'll witness here, and witness them you should. 1922 is an incredible treat for horror fans because it's such a thoughtful work that takes the time to do things right. Every element is in place and masterfully crafted. Director Zak Hilditch should be applauded. He's created an incredible film and hands down one of the best adaptations of a Stephen King story. It's gripping all the way through.

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TryASummersaultOct 26, 2017

A very ominous, atmospheric, and haunting film. Some outstanding acting by Thomas Jane with complete character dedication. Outstanding rural visuals, and all in all a great King adaptation. I was very surprised by just how effectively brutalA very ominous, atmospheric, and haunting film. Some outstanding acting by Thomas Jane with complete character dedication. Outstanding rural visuals, and all in all a great King adaptation. I was very surprised by just how effectively brutal this was. Definitely one of the better netflix original films.… Expand

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temptershellDec 10, 2017

A pretty good thriller and this is one of the most interesting and original Netflix productions. Huge applause for the main male role - it is a really well made character with depth.

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Meth-dudeJul 6, 2018

1922 is not only of Netflix's original best movies it's also one of the best adaptation of Stephen King's works. With magnificent acting performances, great cinematography, likeable and despicable characters and impressive practical effects,1922 is not only of Netflix's original best movies it's also one of the best adaptation of Stephen King's works. With magnificent acting performances, great cinematography, likeable and despicable characters and impressive practical effects, this is one of the best films I've seen in a while.… Expand

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MacheteDontTextOct 23, 2017

Great movie, wasnt expecting anything and I ve got the best thriller/horror I ve seen this year. Its kinda in the verge of those two genres, I absolutely love how it handles supernatural events, they are perfectly fed, not made pointless byGreat movie, wasnt expecting anything and I ve got the best thriller/horror I ve seen this year. Its kinda in the verge of those two genres, I absolutely love how it handles supernatural events, they are perfectly fed, not made pointless by overuse, which is sadly very common these days. I wouldnt say its particularly scary, but there were two bone chilling scenes (first look into the well and the basement). Couldnt recite anything bad about the movie, maybe I ll bump it up to a nine, even the ending is fine.… Expand

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Semtex_SteveJan 14, 2018

Good movie that stays relatively true to the original story, apart from the very end scene when I was expecting the Ghost Busters theme to play (but the original one - I'm not that mean). Very good lead actor, but they should have gotten intoGood movie that stays relatively true to the original story, apart from the very end scene when I was expecting the Ghost Busters theme to play (but the original one - I'm not that mean). Very good lead actor, but they should have gotten into his head a bit more for his reasoning behind the crime - it was ultimately an evil act, but hearing the his thoughts in the written version made me understand - if not sympathise - his crime a little more. Overall I found it a very enjoyable film - a horror that gets under your skin without forcing jump scares down your throat every five minutes. The cheesy ending didn't change anything important about how the story ultimately ends, though I do feel that people might find it all a bit dull if they haven't read King's version first.… Expand

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JLuis_001Oct 20, 2017

From the compilation Full Dark No Stars, arrives the fourth film adaptation of Stephen King this year and like what happened with It and Gerald's Game, 1922 turned out to be a pleasant surprise.
Full Dark, No Stars is a compilation of fourFrom the compilation Full Dark No Stars, arrives the fourth film adaptation of Stephen King this year and like what happened with It and Gerald's Game, 1922 turned out to be a pleasant surprise.
Full Dark, No Stars is a compilation of four novellas, two of those stories have already been adapted with very poor results, so I must say that I had my doubts about this one, especially since the four stories are pretty good, but like many times before when it comes to adapt King's stories for various reasons they don't end up working.

But 1922 follows exactly the source material and it really gets into the plot of guilt and rage that hit the main character incarnated by an excellent Thomas Jane, there is a constant tension while we see a man corroded and consumed by his sins.
1922 it's a dark story, but it's not a story that falls into the cheap scare because that is not its demagrophic, this is a slower story, more inclined towards psychological torture instead of graphics depictions of violence.

I don't want to tell more because the interesting thing is to live the experience of the story, I repeat, it's a bit slow, I admit that I did not like that very much because there are certain parts where the fluidity of the narrative stops too much, but in general that rhythm has its reason because as I said 1922 is a psychological horror film, there are no twists, no shockers, no scare jumps, what keeps you interested is the story and in my opinion it is worth it.

Another good result for Netflix this year and fortunately another good addition for King's legacy beyond literature.… Expand

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Rosess01Oct 29, 2017

I think the acting was great in this movie. Especially the main character. All of the character's really. Very tragic..... nice cinemetograpy. Like.

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DirigiblePulpDec 5, 2017

1922 lacks the polish and all around cred of Gerald's Game, but it still can hold its own as a nice piece of dark and seedy moralizing late at night. Thomas Jane is kinda terrible in this, but not in a way that ruins the movie necessarily.1922 lacks the polish and all around cred of Gerald's Game, but it still can hold its own as a nice piece of dark and seedy moralizing late at night. Thomas Jane is kinda terrible in this, but not in a way that ruins the movie necessarily. He's a good enough actor, but his accent is not held in check, he chews every word of every sentence as if it's fried and corn fed and his dirt limned constantly makes him seem like a mud man - it constantly takes you out of the movie. This is a fairly straightforward story for the most part, but these stand out as egregious compared to the rest.

The whole film could have used a touch more of the surreal, more psychology from the imagery and the presentation, but it still works and its minor flourishes are fine. The rats are all professional, and do their parts with aplomb. Not much CGI detected. That's always a win.… Expand