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OrukayuJan 22, 2023

Horror movie made in 2022, which was made a new cycle but failed to become a classic. The characters in the last episode are like a comedy element. I am constantly wondering how far it will continue with the same subject. The only good thingHorror movie made in 2022, which was made a new cycle but failed to become a classic. The characters in the last episode are like a comedy element. I am constantly wondering how far it will continue with the same subject. The only good thing about the movie is that Christopher Young's soundtrack played in the first and second episodes is also included in this episode. Yes, I've wished for this before. But with a good finale, I wished. I think the movie's rating is so high. It is impossible for this movie to get 6 points. 6 points means almost good for a horror movie. This movie is not good. If you ask an ordinary person to write a script for the Hellraiser movie, whose outlines are clear, it will produce such a scenario in the worst case. Also, when you look at the relationships in the movie, one wonders if it's a Netflix production. I end with the words of a teacher. "No, sit down, zero"

There is sexuality and nudity in the movie.… Expand

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GorashzOct 19, 2022

Boring, another re-make that doesn't need to be made. I prefer the original one

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Vicar00AmeliaOct 30, 2022

This missed the mark and I feel like it wasn't gritty or visceral enough. The new designs are terrible and too clean. The story and characters are awful. If this was made with Voight's story instead, I might have liked it more. This felt moreThis missed the mark and I feel like it wasn't gritty or visceral enough. The new designs are terrible and too clean. The story and characters are awful. If this was made with Voight's story instead, I might have liked it more. This felt more like Final Destination or The Ring versus Hellraiser.… Expand

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bhappenstanceOct 10, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It starts out strong, then steadily slides into boring, silly, and stupid. A bunch of characters we don't necessarily care about running around yelling at each other while Cenobites patiently wait around for gates to open and close. The most disappointing aspect of the film, though, must be the makeup design. Though aesthetically intricate, none of the Cenobites look at all intimidating, or as though the torments wrought upon their flesh were, like, painful. Rather, they come across as elaborate plastic action figures. Not to mention the pearl-tipped pins, which never failed to elicit a chuckle. Every good idea in the film is in someway cribbed from the original or its sequel, and every bad idea -- and there are many -- is unique to this version. Note to screenwriters: If I don't care what happens to the characters, then the rest of the movie doesn't matter, okay?… Expand

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Archangelx1999xOct 8, 2022

A disappointment. I'd heard good reviews. So I was looking forward to it. But now I wonder why. There was nothing good, new or scary about the movie. A little bit of gore. The same Ole chains. No new dimensional cosmic ideas or anything. TheA disappointment. I'd heard good reviews. So I was looking forward to it. But now I wonder why. There was nothing good, new or scary about the movie. A little bit of gore. The same Ole chains. No new dimensional cosmic ideas or anything. The cenobites are set pieces around characters you don't cate about, with a dumb story to boot.… Expand

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whaveOct 10, 2022

I really hoped that all the negative ratings come from people who can't get over the fact that there are gay people in movies, just like in real life. But no, this is actually a terrible film. The main character is just pure annoying whoI really hoped that all the negative ratings come from people who can't get over the fact that there are gay people in movies, just like in real life. But no, this is actually a terrible film. The main character is just pure annoying who literally never makes a good decision. "Plot twists" include people simply falling when running away, and more bad decision horror tropes. Oh a dark dungeon door is opening while we're in a mostly haunted house, why not go in all alone to take a look around, without even telling anybody? The last 15-20 minutes is actually OK, but the rest I had to watch on 1.5x speed. The whole movie is just lame, it does not offer anything more than a noname C-category 90s horror flick. No bright ideas or creativity of any sort, no mind-bending. And I really don't remember... biting from the previous movies.… Expand

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imthenoobOct 8, 2022

There were so many things wrong with this movie that it is easier to start with what is right. The film is shot well and I did like the effects, That's about it. As for the negative, Well strap yourself in cause it will be a minute.

TheThere were so many things wrong with this movie that it is easier to start with what is right. The film is shot well and I did like the effects, That's about it. As for the negative, Well strap yourself in cause it will be a minute.

The cenobites were all too similar looking and lacked unique, creative designs to make each one stand out. Pinhead, played by trans actress Jamie Clayton, is arguably the second worst version of the character (beaten only by the Pinhead from Revelations). With an awful effect on her voice, You felt no sense of intimidation or that this was the leader, the one to truly fear of the cenobites. Instead, It felt like they pulled a cosplayer off the street and had her stand in place.

As for the rest of the characters, They're too blandly written to care about. They're given too little to say or do to feel properly developed. And the cast doesn't help matters either with the need to over-act even the simplest things. The story itself is fine but the twist is a little too predictable and the only thing truly satisfying about it is the ending, even though it was still a tad bit cliche.

I truly went into this with an open mind but honestly, I preferred the previous reboot (Judgement) over this. This one was as copy and paste as you could possibly get, At least Judgement tried to be something different and for the most part succeeded. As a long-time fan of the franchise, I wouldn't recommend it at all. There are much better sequels in the series than this.… Expand

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kuehnauOct 7, 2022

The only way I can describe it is slow and boring. You can spend the first twenty minutes doing something else before the film presents anything even moderately interesting and not miss out on anything.

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testeraOct 23, 2022

The very last thing one would expect from a Hellraiser movie is for it to be politically correct, and yet here we re. This not-quite-reboot, not-quite-sequel, not-quite-reimagining lacks the creativity, insanity and the no-f***s-givenThe very last thing one would expect from a Hellraiser movie is for it to be politically correct, and yet here we re. This not-quite-reboot, not-quite-sequel, not-quite-reimagining lacks the creativity, insanity and the no-f***s-given attitude of the first two Hellraisers. Characters are uninteresting, their motives are weak, the main villain Voight is bland, not even remotely as memorable as Channard, the Cenobites are too stylized and de-sexualized, therefore they are not as unnerving as in the original two movies. This Nu Hellraiser is too scared to do anything even remotely out-of-the-box, so it sticks close to horror conventions and cliches, instead of pushing the boundaries.

Overall, while better than the sequels that came after Hellbound, it's still a big disappointment.… Expand

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ScienceAdvisorOct 9, 2022

They made the cenobites into cheaters that control the box to solve itself, and mark people against their will. They will also attack people that did not even touch the box. Those alone makes this a failure. But the bad acting, writing,They made the cenobites into cheaters that control the box to solve itself, and mark people against their will. They will also attack people that did not even touch the box. Those alone makes this a failure. But the bad acting, writing, and directing all contribute to drag it a bit lower. People do not even bother bleeding when the director forgot about it, or decided that a major wound only bleeds for the first three seconds. With the removal of greed/desire driving the solution to the box being a major factor in summoning the cenobites, this loses a lot of the franchise's draw. Also, when the configurations can be solved super easily, such as when two people are just tugging on it a bit, the puzzle nature is completely lost.

Metacritic is blocking discussion about a certain character, and I have to keep it vague or the review will never post. The major downside to the charcter is that they do not have the presence that the previous actor had, and that the director could not be bothered to add in some vocal FX to make them more menacing. But those are pet peeves compared to the rest of the issues. It just adds to the lack of menace that the new cenobites have.… Expand

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TlatoaniDazOct 9, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Starts with death off screen and is followed by a pointless sex scene that doesn't serve any purpose to the story. I can not recommend this movie at all unless you have 1 hiur and 45 minutes to kill on a snooze fest.… Expand

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Boggiebamph123Oct 8, 2022

Forgettable.
First word that came to mind after the film was over...TAME. The original Hellraiser film stands the test of time. Comparing this reboot to that film is truly a futile endeavor. I wanted more at every turn. All that was deliveredForgettable.
First word that came to mind after the film was over...TAME. The original Hellraiser film stands the test of time. Comparing this reboot to that film is truly a futile endeavor. I wanted more at every turn. All that was delivered was more of the same...tame. Not enough Danger and sick carnage and sleez for a Hellraiser reboot. On a positive note it wasn't a complete bore.… Expand

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PhadrusOct 9, 2022

I quit watching because I found I didn't care about the characters because they weren't likable, decent people. The cenobites used to be worried about "why" someone was calling them, but not anymore. Now they just take whomever gets cut.I quit watching because I found I didn't care about the characters because they weren't likable, decent people. The cenobites used to be worried about "why" someone was calling them, but not anymore. Now they just take whomever gets cut. Such bad writing. Eliminating this point gives the story nothing to move forward toward. It just makes it another slasher film.… Expand

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MovieKnight2022Oct 9, 2022

Sucked beyond belief !! Crap crap crap compared to the original. Proof the days of good movies are over.!!

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JLuis_001Oct 7, 2022

To say it's better than most of the other sequels after the third installment doesn't really mean much. The truth is that it means nothing. And anyone who says otherwise is fooling themselves.

The problem with this version of Hellraiser isTo say it's better than most of the other sequels after the third installment doesn't really mean much. The truth is that it means nothing. And anyone who says otherwise is fooling themselves.

The problem with this version of Hellraiser is the same problem that plagued all the other awful sequels. There is nothing left to tell with this kind of characters and plot.

Yes, maybe horror fans will gloat over the gore and violence that has always been part of these stories, but there is nothing to be gained watching it.
The existence of this film adds nothing to the franchise regardless of what it does better, for the very reason that it carries that stench of mediocrity.

It's not an option that I would rule out if you're interested, both for the franchise and the genre, but I reiterate that this film has nothing new to contribute.… Expand

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RandwulphOct 8, 2022

Another nonsensical reboot that is inferior to the original(s) in every aspect. Dialogue is forgettable, plot is a jagged mess, most acting is entry level acting school quality, the main characters are forgettable, to list a few negatives.Another nonsensical reboot that is inferior to the original(s) in every aspect. Dialogue is forgettable, plot is a jagged mess, most acting is entry level acting school quality, the main characters are forgettable, to list a few negatives. There are a few moments of gore that are entertaining, and some of the cenobite makeup is above average effort, but they do not incite much fright. The last scene in the movie is, by far, the best, and it is a shame the rest of the movie is not on par with it. Seems too much effort was spent on appeasing a woke agenda checklist, not much attention on writing, or hiring decent actors. As is, Hellraiser 1 and 2 are still the vastly superior films in the series. I can only recommend Hellraiser 2022 as a one-time viewing if you are really bored, and desperate for a new horror film to view.… Expand

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erolsabadoshOct 8, 2022

This film is a mess with some great elements. The first twenty minutes is really intriguing and creepy, but the tension is lost long before the end. Goran Visnjic is really good but the main characters are bland, stupid and unlikeable, theThis film is a mess with some great elements. The first twenty minutes is really intriguing and creepy, but the tension is lost long before the end. Goran Visnjic is really good but the main characters are bland, stupid and unlikeable, the gore is well done but it's not scary, the set design is great as are some of the environment transformation effects but generally the film is too brightly lit. Entertaining enough to finish but I wouldn't really recommend it.… Expand

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wmurphy011Oct 14, 2022

More woke drek and the purposeful destruction of art. It has (very unfortunately) become a given that any remakes, in today's Marxist world, are being made solely for the purpose of mental programming and grooming (which is more evil thanMore woke drek and the purposeful destruction of art. It has (very unfortunately) become a given that any remakes, in today's Marxist world, are being made solely for the purpose of mental programming and grooming (which is more evil than anything in this film).… Expand

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Voodoo123Oct 12, 2022

Awful woke trash bored me from only a few minutes in. See the original movie for an actual piece of art. This was texturally dull with poor casting choices and a weak screenplay.

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DarkoniflamesOct 7, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. God awful, this is the most boring horror movie I have ever watched. How do you make Hellraiser boring? This made me appreciate the it's so bad it's good Jeepers Creepers Reborn, I can at least laugh and cringe at it. It's so boring I kept checking to see how much time was left. 2 hours and nothing to say. If I had to guest this movie was directed by a special effects artist, because that's the only thing done right. Annoying characters yelling nonstop giving me migraines that aren't developed enough to where you care about them, 50 minutes in and only 3 deaths, and a simple plot unnecessarily stretched out for no reason whatsoever(30 minutes could have been cut).
TLDR: Awesome special effects/cool looking ceno bites, and everything is weak or horrible.… Expand

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viroodiemOct 7, 2022

Pure Disney abomination. Exploiting a beloved franchise and infantalizing it till its unrecognizable from the source material.

Just one of the vanguard of fox properties to be run into the ground like Prey before it. We are on the cusp of aPure Disney abomination. Exploiting a beloved franchise and infantalizing it till its unrecognizable from the source material.

Just one of the vanguard of fox properties to be run into the ground like Prey before it. We are on the cusp of a very bleak time culturally.… Expand

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snorkissOct 8, 2022

Another disappointing Hulu/ Disney reimagining of a classic film that feels bland and hollow. The writing's just not good and reduces Clive Barker's grimy and sinfully dark tale into something that feels sanitised and safe. The Cenobites lookAnother disappointing Hulu/ Disney reimagining of a classic film that feels bland and hollow. The writing's just not good and reduces Clive Barker's grimy and sinfully dark tale into something that feels sanitised and safe. The Cenobites look like they're in rubber suits and the Lemarchand's box lore has been reduced to another lazy slasher flick totally ignoring the rules from the book 'The Hellbound Heart.' 3 stars - for the stunning and brave casting of the first transgender Pinhead!… Expand

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Ngc414Oct 8, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Being a huge fan, I was looking forward to this remake. I thought the new pinhead was very well done, also the scenes were set up very well. Unfortunately most the remaining cast looks like they came from magazine ads & various tv commercials. No realistic appearing people with any resemblance of a genuine real world human being. Just boring cookie cutter characters with some woke-ness sprinkled in. Dialog and storyline wasn’t any better. A small twist at the end which is easy to predict part way through isn’t enough to save the movie. Pinhead and the cenobites carry this film. The lead girl does her best to work with the crappy writing and is the only halfway relatable character. The rest is pretty much Hollywood commercialized redundant trash.… Expand

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TachikomaOct 16, 2022

A brilliant return to the world of darkest pleasures and deepest desires with the Master of horror at the helm.

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GrendizerOct 25, 2022

Kid of the 80s, I know of Hellraiser 1+2, never saw the other ones. It is a cult classic and Pinhead one of the classic monsters. Those movies deserve their place in the all-time classics, although the acting in those movies was imho sub-parKid of the 80s, I know of Hellraiser 1+2, never saw the other ones. It is a cult classic and Pinhead one of the classic monsters. Those movies deserve their place in the all-time classics, although the acting in those movies was imho sub-par and as I recently rewatched them, I find the movie didn't age well in some departments (acting/sfx/logic). This one is a proper re-imagining and I really liked most of the movie. It really has a modern feel, acting is pretty good, especially Pinhead (voice, costume) is A+. Some of the characters were forgettable, didn't have a lot to do and for a 2 hour movie could have been more fleshed out (whoops). I didn't really care for the brother or the Nan-Lady. Everything about the mythos of the puzzle box and Pinhead was very much on point, I wished it would have been a bit gorier, was a bit tame, if I may say so. Hoping for a sequel.… Expand

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JimmyVoorheesOct 16, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. felt like more a sequel to the original than any of the other "sequels" actually did. and the casting was actually well done. A cenobite, played by a trans person actually makes sense to the lore, so people really shouldn't score low for that.

the story could have been better, but I'm hopeful a sequel may dive more into the cenobite lore, and universe.

the gore scenes were toned WAY WAY too far down. I know this is essentially a Disney flick, but this is Hellraiser. with today's special effects, I was very let down with how softcore the gore was, not that I expected gore porn, but this isn't even on the level with other slasher/horror productions of the current era.

step up the actual horror and gore, and deeper writing and you'll have something lasting.… Expand

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tellmikeyyOct 18, 2022

Great makeup design and decent kills. Main character was irritating in the fact everything she did was costing others their lives, which I get it that was the point at the end of the movie. Overall a good movie night.

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JLauOct 25, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Drug addict girl gets her brother murdered by inter-dimensional demons with a puzzle box by becoming involved in some guy's plot to get rid of some gear mechanism where his intestines should be.… Expand

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Maru-1Oct 8, 2022

The storyline is discombobulated but the special effects were great. I might be too much of a purist when it comes to Hellraiser. What made the original so unique came down to how well the story was told. The layers to the original storyThe storyline is discombobulated but the special effects were great. I might be too much of a purist when it comes to Hellraiser. What made the original so unique came down to how well the story was told. The layers to the original story almost read like a book. The 2022 version of the storyline was lackluster but, I truly hope this opens the opportunity for growth and possibly more of them to come.… Expand

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HippocritterOct 16, 2022

I really liked this new hellraiser, it had a better story than I expected. And the cenobites looked really cool and original. I was a little concerned about the movie being preachy and look at us we are so inclusive. But luckily they did notI really liked this new hellraiser, it had a better story than I expected. And the cenobites looked really cool and original. I was a little concerned about the movie being preachy and look at us we are so inclusive. But luckily they did not do that. The woman pinhead did a really good job and I loved here low menacing voice. I can't wait for the sequel.… Expand

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PowerFantasticOct 8, 2022

Wtf, is wrong with her lips???? Herpes??? Looks like she sucked on a hot hair curler. They completely steal the show. Can't stop staring....

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movingpicturesOct 9, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This entry expands the mythology in a really compelling way with a touch of the monkey's paw/wishmaster with desires being fulfilled in twisted ways. There is also an expanded mythology around 6 distinct configurations of the box and 6 different wishes one can be granted after 6 different sacrifices.

The acting was good all around. The lead was particularly good. This may have some of the best acting in any Hellraiser film.

I wasn't thrilled with the new cenobite designs. They're not bad. But they're not an improvement either. Also, there's too much CGI for my liking. That being said, I liked the set designs and the clever ways they created interdimensional doorways... that was a nice touch!

At the end of the day, this is best installment in this series in over 2 decades even if I didn't care for the cenobites' designs or the cgi.… Expand

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WanderinMelmothOct 20, 2022

DragRaiser
Pinhead now is a T R A N N Y.
Yes, that's right, they've made a joke out of Hellraiser.

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DubeauOct 10, 2022

Hellraiser 2022 is certainly better then the original (not that is should have been a big issue). The story as certainly more flesh attached to it. Although I found the main actress story to be somewhat boring. The acting was just passable,Hellraiser 2022 is certainly better then the original (not that is should have been a big issue). The story as certainly more flesh attached to it. Although I found the main actress story to be somewhat boring. The acting was just passable, exception of the villains that were much more convincing. Pinhead and Voight were great. The FX were pretty good and at least not hidden into a wall of darkness. It is explicit, yet, I have seen much gore in some action movies. It is somewhat a caricature at times but that's ok. The music was fine. The sound effects could have been more exploited. The camera angles were too conventional at times. I give it 70%. This isn't the best in horror but it did provide some good moments of it. Maybe it deserve a follow up.… Expand

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ThwompthingOct 7, 2022

Down to a 69% critic score on Rotten, and that sounds about right. I give it a 5 for a one time watch. It had some good moments, but yet again hollywood wokeism is at work here in the beginning, with the cast and male gay characters. TheDown to a 69% critic score on Rotten, and that sounds about right. I give it a 5 for a one time watch. It had some good moments, but yet again hollywood wokeism is at work here in the beginning, with the cast and male gay characters. The first 30 minutes of this was completely unnecessary and only appeals to woke culture. As far as the rest of the film, the gore wasn't all that much. There was flesh being peeled, hooks, and all the regular stuff you'd expect from this franchise. Nothing original here except for some new cenobites. The ending was pretty garbage. Didn't care for the new female pinhead. She wasn't nearly as intimidating as Bradley's pinhead, and is very forgettable. Still, it's a decent one time watch and nothing more.… Expand

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Jp2017Oct 8, 2022

Girl pinhead enough should be said… cheap costumes horrible story/plot, acting was very cheesy almost fell asleep!

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MrJPrimeOct 8, 2022

Heraiser! Well not really. Such stunning and brave casting.... As always in modern Hollywood, in a movie with around seven important characters, three have to fit the muh agenda. Also, addiction is treated like a joke. Considering the suicideHeraiser! Well not really. Such stunning and brave casting.... As always in modern Hollywood, in a movie with around seven important characters, three have to fit the muh agenda. Also, addiction is treated like a joke. Considering the suicide rate and od rate in this country you'd think they'd maybe be less tone deaf to the real pain people are suffering from. So the good, the gore is inventive and the cenobytes as always are interesting. Keeping in mind there were some very bad Hellraiser films this one is better than many.
I don't love the "female" Pinhead. Let me explain why. The male Pinhead had a powerful booming voice. However, the new Pinhead has to have voice affects on her voice every line she says. It's a little distracting. Besides that she has good presence. The red dress was a bit much, I'd like to see her in something more balanced if there are sequels.… Expand

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kirkenderOct 23, 2022

I'm gonna be honest, I like this remake better than the original. The vibe is on point and very creepy. The visuals are excellent and disturbing. The acting is solid, especially the main character and new Pinhead, SO GOOD. The pacing worksI'm gonna be honest, I like this remake better than the original. The vibe is on point and very creepy. The visuals are excellent and disturbing. The acting is solid, especially the main character and new Pinhead, SO GOOD. The pacing works really well and you don't ever have to wait to long to be creeped out.… Expand

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Gamb1t66Oct 7, 2022

This film has dripped new blood over the decrepit, rotting corpse of the franchise... but it's not enough to restore Hellraiser to its former devilish glory.

From the reimagined looks of the cenobites to some fantastic set designs andThis film has dripped new blood over the decrepit, rotting corpse of the franchise... but it's not enough to restore Hellraiser to its former devilish glory.

From the reimagined looks of the cenobites to some fantastic set designs and world-bending effects, David Bruckner gets many things right in this latest offering to Leviathan. However, a thoroughly unlikeable protagonist, mediocre acting, and far too many plot contrivances further lessen a relatively bloodless (by Hellraiser standard) and predictable film. At one point, the film broke it's own logic, "taking artistic liberties" with ideas straight out of Wes Craven's A Nightmare On Elm Street franchise.

Despite its flaws, Hellraiser 2022 nudges the franchise in the right direction. While it's not the balls-out reinvigoration many may have hoped for, it stands out above the other sequels. It's a middle-of-the-road horror movie that's enjoyable enough for Halloween parties with friends. 6/10.… Expand

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AlcoholicGoatOct 9, 2022

Way better than Prey since the character has an internal struggle and an arc. Pretty creepy and visceral, I'm a fan of David Bruckner. A lot of negative reviews seem to be dogwhistling under the guise of "duh it's not accurate to the book"Way better than Prey since the character has an internal struggle and an arc. Pretty creepy and visceral, I'm a fan of David Bruckner. A lot of negative reviews seem to be dogwhistling under the guise of "duh it's not accurate to the book" when an androgynous Pinhead is more accurate. I can get it where people who are die hard fans take issue with changes to the lore and theme or whatever. I don't remember liking the original all that much so I guess I'm not the target demo. I don't think anyone is srupid for disliking it unlike Last Jedi fans. I just hope it's not for the wrong reasons (based on the Pinhead recast)… Expand

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HellHoleHorrorOct 23, 2022

I was pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed this film. The characters are interesting and memorable, the story interesting and engaging. It adds to the lore of the series and compliments the originals. Acting and directing is excellent.I was pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed this film. The characters are interesting and memorable, the story interesting and engaging. It adds to the lore of the series and compliments the originals. Acting and directing is excellent. Sound design is beyond excellent, cinematography is great. This has to be the best remake/reboot/requel over! I’m surprised that Hellraiser hasn’t had one before, especially consider that Halloween (1978) and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) have 3 each so far (Halloween (2007), Halloween (2018), Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998), Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022), The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003), Texas Chainsaw (2013)). And they are all worse than this Hellraiser reboot/remake/requel. Much as I really enjoyed this film there are some slight disappointments. It is not as good as the first two in the franchise, Hellraiser (1987) and Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988) are truly excellent so this had a high bar to beat. This one is entirely set on earth, we don’t get to see much of the other dimension that the creatures come from. It is not as horrific or graphic as the original and its sequel. The Cenobites don’t seem as powerful or intimidating as the previous ones. This is really good and engaging, it is the third best Hellraiser film.… Expand

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royalguy07Oct 10, 2022

Some very bloody and graphic moments. I enjoyed getting a little bit more sense of the lore and purpose of it all. The horror aspects felt pretty thin, some cool new cenobite design but fairly under utilized on the whole.

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DabblerOct 7, 2022

This was better than I expected considering how modern adaptations are terrible.
Where it works is the sense of dread as the world contorts to merge hell on earth giving rise to some really interesting film moments like in the Van.
Where itThis was better than I expected considering how modern adaptations are terrible.
Where it works is the sense of dread as the world contorts to merge hell on earth giving rise to some really interesting film moments like in the Van.
Where it fails is the Cenobites close up, they are not as good as the original cenobites, Pinhead in particular has no where near the presence of the original Pinhead... They come off more like custodians of hell rather than Demons. They are just doing their job etc but from distance they remind you of the old Cenobites and bring back the dread.… Expand

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Hunter_WitchOct 7, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While it is a nice reboot, I feel as if the beginning in middle were almost too slow. The middle dragging out the most where there almost felt like no plot until the obvious signs of an ending. The additional lore was nice and felt creative and the callbacks to the original felt well placed and respectful. The twists were not really great as I feel it was unneeded and could've been better without. Additionally, the appearance of the Cenobites were amazing with them reusing the designs of the original series. The Labyrinthine aesthetics were very honest and stuck true to the original to the point nothing really changed but, in my opinion, was a good thing. If it's not broken, don't fix it and it even looked better!

Finally, I think it was overall a decent reboot considering the original and what it had to work with. I'd suggest this movie to a friend or family member, but I personally wouldn't say "You have to see this!" overall I enjoyed myself but had to gawk at the more awkward moments.… Expand

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AlthemaneOct 7, 2022

A serviceable first entry into what could potentially be a successful franchise. There is a notable absence of gratuitous gore, but overall it builds up to a great final act. There is allot of potential here and I am pleased with this first outing.

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misterfatzOct 8, 2022

Graphic in many scenes, and the Cenobites are frightening. There are scenes in this movie that will make you cover your eyes. Pin Head is cast as a woman but I believe a trans person, who is born a man. So people complaining shouldn’t. TheGraphic in many scenes, and the Cenobites are frightening. There are scenes in this movie that will make you cover your eyes. Pin Head is cast as a woman but I believe a trans person, who is born a man. So people complaining shouldn’t. The actor’s performance of Pin Head was spot on and perfect. The voice was very well done too. A perfect film. All actors and actresses did an excellent job.… Expand

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Krip89Oct 7, 2022

This movie nails (pins?) so much of the enticing nature of the original movie while respectfully creating a new perspective. The actors gave outstanding performances, the cenobites are grotesquely alluring, and the mystique of the puzzle boxThis movie nails (pins?) so much of the enticing nature of the original movie while respectfully creating a new perspective. The actors gave outstanding performances, the cenobites are grotesquely alluring, and the mystique of the puzzle box and it's configurations remain captivating. There are a couple of missteps, particularly with the use of one of the cenobites, but overall I was delightfully disturbed and enjoyed the movie.… Expand

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saimariejohnsonOct 9, 2022

Four ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The graphic gore ratio is on point. New Pinhead is pretty good though the OG Pinhead's voice is far more sinister, this new one has one that is still darkly erotic.

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NoobgotgudOct 7, 2022

How much you enjoy this movie depends entirely on your mindset going into it. Most of the negative reviews seem to revolve around the idea that this was a sanitized version of something that originally existed to be transgressive. That may beHow much you enjoy this movie depends entirely on your mindset going into it. Most of the negative reviews seem to revolve around the idea that this was a sanitized version of something that originally existed to be transgressive. That may be a fair criticism, in some sense but the very definition of what is transgressive is very, very different from what it was in the 80s. This film has a similar feel to the original, but the difference lies with us- we are no longer shocked like we were then by this kind of violence and gore. If anything, this movie is far more violent and gory that the original was.

It is an updated take on an 80s slasher with some inventive creature effects and some truly awesome practical effects overall. It's a savage, sadistic thrill that doesn't push any boundaries out and, frankly, doesn't seem to try to at all.

That slight disappointment, and a fairly basic story, are why I only gave this movie a 7. Don't go into this expecting anything revolutionary, and don't expect any great twists in the story. Go into it looking for it to be what it is- bloody, twisted fun. Final thought, the one that everyone wants to know I'm sure- Jamie Clayton is INCREDIBLE as pinhead. I had my doubts going into it, but her performance is suble, unsettling, menacing as all hell, and measures up very favorably to Doug Bradly. I won't presume to pick which is better, but Miss Clayton rocked the hell out of this… Expand

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Badgerryan27Oct 7, 2022

Enjoyed it! Never seen the originals, but I was very interested to watch this. It lived up to my expectations and more. Had a good time watching and hoping for more!

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Pmg1959Oct 8, 2022

The story is complicated but the logic hangs together and the mythology is well developed and interesting — Thanks to the source material and Clive Barker, who I think is a horror genius. In a movie like this, all involved must take thingsThe story is complicated but the logic hangs together and the mythology is well developed and interesting — Thanks to the source material and Clive Barker, who I think is a horror genius. In a movie like this, all involved must take things seriously, as any camp would spoil the effect. Yet the movie can’t be too serious, or it would be dreadfully tedious. The director strikes the balance perfectly and the result is an entertaining and truly disturbing flick. I want more!… Expand

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Zacharyk56Oct 8, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie is a great adaptation on the classic with its own spin. The hell priest pinhead is a new take on character done very well. Acting all around is superb. Only drawback is its a slow burn and somewhat light on the gore… Expand

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bradysullivan01Oct 8, 2022

This is what Clive Barker would have wanted it to be. Doug Bradley sitting this aside was great as he could totally come back for fan service and it left room to breathe for the new cast. The addiction, the depression, the sex, this fires onThis is what Clive Barker would have wanted it to be. Doug Bradley sitting this aside was great as he could totally come back for fan service and it left room to breathe for the new cast. The addiction, the depression, the sex, this fires on all things hellraiser. People often forget that Clive's horror can take time to build and the Cenobites played on the human emotion just as much as murdered the hell out of people. Go see this as a hellraiser fan. There are some valid critical points one could make but this is a solid stand alone entry that could leave room for more lore in the future. Enjoy!… Expand

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Splenda_MonkeyOct 8, 2022

This was an absolutely massive step forward for the franchise. This is truer to the spirit of the original classic, and much more engaging than any Hellraiser sequel has been in at least 25 years. It's interesting, engaging, and creepyThis was an absolutely massive step forward for the franchise. This is truer to the spirit of the original classic, and much more engaging than any Hellraiser sequel has been in at least 25 years. It's interesting, engaging, and creepy looking. Hellraiser isn't a story for everyone. The level where the metaphor works is about what evils a toxic human being can bring into the lives of people who love them, who are close to them, or whose lives they touch. It's meant to be make a viewer a little uncomfortable, but this movie is masterful at conveying the story its creators intended.

If you liked the original Hellraiser, and you like Clive Barker's material you should absolutely not skip on this.… Expand

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10

horrorfreak0108Oct 9, 2022

I loved this movie! I want a sequel! I think it's better than the original.

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TanayaMOct 7, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The cenobites were scary. The lead actress did great. I liked that they showed the book that described the different configurations and choices. I knew from the beginning something was off with the boyfriend so I'm glad he got what was coming to him. I'm a little confused as if the millionaire guy became a cenobite himself? Or just dealt with that specific torture in hell forever. Anyways, I was pleasantly surprised with the reboot. And I thought that there was plenty of gore because I turned my head and went OWIE OWIE more than once.… Expand

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KadankaOct 8, 2022

I do not understand the reviews crying over the original. The original was a gigantic turd, with no direction or narrative. Only in the second film do they find an inkling of where the series should go. As far as the remake goes it was quiteI do not understand the reviews crying over the original. The original was a gigantic turd, with no direction or narrative. Only in the second film do they find an inkling of where the series should go. As far as the remake goes it was quite fantastic. A horror movie to the T. Gory, and creepy, it gives you a 13 ghosts kind of vibe. The make up and special effects were A+
The acting was also not bad given the genre; the main actress did a fantastic job, and carried the whole cast. I’m sure we will see her in many more things to come. All in all a very spooky surprise this season. It’s free on Hulu, there are no downsides if you’re into this type of film.… Expand

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LuciusMcGibbonOct 30, 2022

Easily top three in the franchise, but then again the franchise is 50% crap... New Pinhead, actually very good. Overall, no major criticisms. It doesn't get lost in its own BS like even the good ones sometimes do. It's a leaner, more linearEasily top three in the franchise, but then again the franchise is 50% crap... New Pinhead, actually very good. Overall, no major criticisms. It doesn't get lost in its own BS like even the good ones sometimes do. It's a leaner, more linear movie which probably makes it the casual viewer's choice for Hellraisers.… Expand

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SoulWarfareOct 15, 2022

Hellraiser is the next horror franchise to get a reboot. I kind of expected it to be awful but was pleasantly surprised by the film.

The Cenobites, who are the real stars of this film, look frightening and creepy which is great! JamieHellraiser is the next horror franchise to get a reboot. I kind of expected it to be awful but was pleasantly surprised by the film.

The Cenobites, who are the real stars of this film, look frightening and creepy which is great! Jamie Clayton is the new Pinhead/Priest and she does a phenomenal job. She steals every scene she is in and is truly intimidating. I love the direction of every scene with the Cenobites as well. The director uses creepy set designs and lighting to make the Cenobites feel unsettling. I'm appreciative that the director doesn't use jump scares for the Cenobites. I do have an issue with the movie and that is I think the movie is a bit too restrained in terms of plot and kills. The kills are also kind of fun to watch but it does certainly feel a bit tame in terms of gore. Another issue I have is the human characters. They're not very likeable or interesting. I found it difficult to root for the main characters and I certainly didn't care when a side character died either. Other than that, it's a surprisingly good reboot and I wouldn't mind a sequel for this.… Expand

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alanpotter17Jun 15, 2023

A releitura de um clássico precisa de muito esforço para se justificar, de modo a não passar a sensação de caça níquel comum às revisitações. Infelizmente não é o caso, e o que é pior, bota vários clichês do gênero e consegue, nas horas maisA releitura de um clássico precisa de muito esforço para se justificar, de modo a não passar a sensação de caça níquel comum às revisitações. Infelizmente não é o caso, e o que é pior, bota vários clichês do gênero e consegue, nas horas mais tensas, arrancar gargalhadas involuntárias.
O roteiro é esquemático demais para ser levado a sério, então esperava no mínimo que as fortes fossem mais bem elaboradas, como na franquia Pânico ou Premonição. O filme até inicia bem, mantendo o ar de mistério que paira o casarão de Voight, seu fascínio por atrair vítimas inocentes e ver o sacrifício delas.
Obviamente que as vítimas aqui são todas jovens, deslocadas, bonitas, há espaço até mesmo para um casal gay, o que aliás é um ponto super positivo aqui, por encarar com naturalidade os personagens, sem espaço para discursos de aceitação.
Mas o prólogo só serviu como aperitivo, o filme avança seis anos para focar numa jovem desajustada que vive com o irmão gay, ambos com conflitos de convivência pelo fato dela ainda estar procurando seu lugar ao sol. Com um namoradinho (também bonito e padrão), a jovem em poucos minutos já está om o objeto maligno, uma mistura de box apavorante com cubo mágico, que possui várias configurações até sair de forma rápida uma lâmina de um de seus lados, cortando a mão das vítimas, com sede do sangue delas. A vítima então parece ir para um universo obscuro e maligno, sofrendo mortes com correntes, de forma meio que fetichizada. Não adianta nem se perguntar de onde vem o cenário das mortes, é como se a cidade ficasse num imenso teatro sadomasoquista e do nada, atrás de um poste ou de uma árvore, ou de um brinquedo ou banheiro do parque, saíssem as maldições que iriam conferir à vítima a execução fatal.
Mas tudo não passa de perfumaria para levar os protagonistas à mansão e dali reverberarem os embates contra o mal que, afinal, eles nunca sabem combater. E o roteiro consegue chamar o espectador de bobo diversas vezes, quando, por exemplo, eles escapam da mansão de carro, seguem por uma estrada deserta onde coisas bizarras acontecem e voltam advinhem para onde? Sim, para a mesma mansão que escaparam!
Então prepare-se para ver tudo muito esquemático e robotizado, algumas reviravoltas até interessantes, mas nada que faça apagar o apelo genérico que o filme carrega, com efeitos visuais no mínimo estranho (a cena em que um dos personagens é preso às correntes e seu corpo é puxada com tensões externas até ser rasgado, ficou digna de um pastelão).
Ao menos os personagens são carismáticos, lembra aquele ar dos anos 1980/1990 com personagens jovens, lindos e muito simpáticos, o que pode garantir o interesse até o final.… Expand

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bertobellamyMay 31, 2023

Not completely terrible, but the human characters are very boring, and the Cenobites look somewhat cheap.The best part is Jamie Clayton as the new Pinhead