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SEROJJul 19, 2018

A demon that is slower than a snail wants to kill an certain chain of people who had sex with each other starting from the most recent one - for no obvious reason or explanation WHY and what exactly is the curse?! I wanted more pre-historyA demon that is slower than a snail wants to kill an certain chain of people who had sex with each other starting from the most recent one - for no obvious reason or explanation WHY and what exactly is the curse?! I wanted more pre-history and information about it because even though its fun making theories and interpretating the plot - there must be at least some evidence to rely on. From a literal perspective - this movie was just bad.… Expand

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meldrewMay 6, 2015

I must be missing something when critics I respect go crazy over a film that, for me, is only nudging an above average. I've ended up going 5.

Maybe it was over-anticipation that caused my disappointment, but there was nothing noteworthyI must be missing something when critics I respect go crazy over a film that, for me, is only nudging an above average. I've ended up going 5.

Maybe it was over-anticipation that caused my disappointment, but there was nothing noteworthy about It Follows. It had a decent idea but failed to build on it, and it was suspense-free from my seat. The immediate threat to whoever 'it' was following at the time seemed lacklustre, although the overwhelming weight of the knowledge that something is after you was well conveyed by Maika Monroe.

It looked good and the acting was fine. I wish I had got a bit more out of it.… Expand

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SynysterSlayerMar 28, 2015

The scary part of this movie is that it actually has positive reviews. Other than some random cheap jump moments this movie is nothing more than forget able. I'll remember the 8 people that walked out about halfway through the movie thanThe scary part of this movie is that it actually has positive reviews. Other than some random cheap jump moments this movie is nothing more than forget able. I'll remember the 8 people that walked out about halfway through the movie than remembering the movie itself. It's worst failure is that it is 2 hours long. Half of that could have been cut down if every single scene didn't have some extended pointless camera span.

I've given it a 4 because the concept isn't bad, it was executed extremely poorly in this movie. If anything this film should be used to scare teenagers about STD's in school. That sounds weird but that is the concept of this movie. You might sleep with someone and catch something you can't get rid of.

Don't expect to be scared in this movie. Don't expect any kind of logical conclusion. Don't expect any closure. Enjoy the actually 30 minutes of real horror in this 2 hour snooze fest.… Expand

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brieflyApr 19, 2015

Truly disappointing. You wait for a good horror movie, then, finally, reviews of one are great. So, you go, and it sucks. This movie doesn't suck, but it's forgettable. Strong start and nothing more. I really wanted to like it.

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ScareMe_iDareUApr 8, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrible! Is their suspense at the beginning, yes, but by the middle of the movie it dissipates with no real rewards. This movie reads like a PSA against teenage sexuality. Except the sexuality is minimal, and the consequences are bizarre attempts at symbolism. This movie is banal and tries so hard to be artsy it loses all credibility. It takes place in a great setting of desolate Detroit yet the setting is only a disconnected backdrop for the not so wild adventures of kids. Stereotypical characters the desirable blonde, the Nice Guy best best friend, the quirky female best friend, the cool older guy who graduated but hasn't really ever matured past high school. The main characters are all extremely static, which makes the movie static. STD's and teenage sex is bad we get it. If that wasn't the point of this movie then this movie is utterly and unforgivably without purpose. Not to mention, the ending is atrocious. Horror movies usually characters with vivid back stories that give context to present events, but you won't find that here. This movie is so over hyped. "It Follows best horror movie in a decade" GTFO It isn't even the best horror movie this year.… Expand

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inaneswineNov 14, 2017

It Follows really doesn't deserve the huge favourable critical reception and positive word-of-mouth that it's getting. It definitely gets some things right: its eerie 80s inspired soundtrack adds to the tension, and there's plenty of tensionIt Follows really doesn't deserve the huge favourable critical reception and positive word-of-mouth that it's getting. It definitely gets some things right: its eerie 80s inspired soundtrack adds to the tension, and there's plenty of tension to be had in some of its scenes. It also has more brains than most witless demonic horror films of the last five-ish years, ever since the popularity of Paranormal Activity suggested to filmmakers that all you need to do is shake a camera and have something go thud before an actor in prosthetic make-up screams at the camera.

However, what It Follows lacks is a decent story. Maika Monroe's competent performance doesn't disguise the lacklustre character she's been given to play, nor the unoriginal and sometimes laughable dialogue. In fact, the film's tension is diffused on several occasions by some unintentional - or perhaps just poorly constructed - comedy.

It may be one of the better horror films to arrive of late, but that's hardly a challenge.… Expand

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moviemitch96Mar 31, 2015

After hearing nothing but great things about this and reading nothing but rave reviews, I decided to check this out and see for myself. Unfortunately, I found it to be highly overrated. It wasn't scary at all. The story was somewhat silly andAfter hearing nothing but great things about this and reading nothing but rave reviews, I decided to check this out and see for myself. Unfortunately, I found it to be highly overrated. It wasn't scary at all. The story was somewhat silly and the execution of it was even worse. Acting was meh. Hell the best thing about this movie was the highly techno soundtrack, and even that's not saying much. Overall, great concept, but really lackluster execution. I'm still trying to wrap my mind around what the critics were thinking on this one. I mean 95% on Rotten Tomatoes?! Seriously?!?!… Expand

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TVJerryApr 2, 2015

A group of teens deals with a specter that haunts its victims and slowly follows them to potential death. Anyone who knows john carpenter's early work will appreciate the parallels: glacial wide-angle gliding camera, ominous synthesized scoreA group of teens deals with a specter that haunts its victims and slowly follows them to potential death. Anyone who knows john carpenter's early work will appreciate the parallels: glacial wide-angle gliding camera, ominous synthesized score and suburban dread. Speaking of old school, i like my horror films to have some juicy scares or genuinely frightening villains. This film offers neither. It's depends more on creepy than scary. There are a few lame frights and lots of low-key…make that no-key suspense. I found it too talky and disappointingly dull.… Expand

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duncan1964Mar 23, 2015

Despite the rave reviews this has garnered it really is not much more than a love letter to horror films of the 80's, but not as scary. A teenage girl has sex and finds herself followed by an entity that only walks and takes on varying forms.Despite the rave reviews this has garnered it really is not much more than a love letter to horror films of the 80's, but not as scary. A teenage girl has sex and finds herself followed by an entity that only walks and takes on varying forms. Yes, it's well made and acted, but it really isn't scary and plot holes and a weak ending make this more of an interesting oddity than a genre changing masterpiece.… Expand

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moothemagiccowSep 6, 2016

This movie has an interesting premise, but it's dull as a doorknob and not scary at all. I would sooner call it supernatural than a horror movie. Also the setting is bizarre and unnerving (they watch black & white tv, but have an e-reader),This movie has an interesting premise, but it's dull as a doorknob and not scary at all. I would sooner call it supernatural than a horror movie. Also the setting is bizarre and unnerving (they watch black & white tv, but have an e-reader), the characters' actions never make any sense. If anything, it's a real homage to teen slasher flicks of the 80s, with more sex, more nudity, but much tamer in the scariness department.… Expand

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SamuelJJMay 11, 2015

This film does not deserve a 0 or a 1 at all, it's a good film. I'd recommend giving it a watch as the idea of this is really scary. There were a few cheesy moments but it's a horror film and it's to be expected.
6/10 from me, good stuff.

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CapnAwesomeSep 12, 2015

The cinematography and music were pretty good in this film but it falls short as a horror movie. The story is interesting, but the character development is poor and there simply wasn't enough scares. When they first introduced theThe cinematography and music were pretty good in this film but it falls short as a horror movie. The story is interesting, but the character development is poor and there simply wasn't enough scares. When they first introduced the "sickness" my first thought of a good solution was the ending of the film. It is too unbelievable that the characters did not think of a better way to approach the problem.… Expand

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LowbrowCinemaMar 13, 2015

Is IT FOLLOWS the revisionist horror, critics want it to be? No. Actually, I think the great reviews hurt a film like IT FOLLOWS. It's a super little indie horror. The film borrows from other films especially the original HALLOWEEN and thenIs IT FOLLOWS the revisionist horror, critics want it to be? No. Actually, I think the great reviews hurt a film like IT FOLLOWS. It's a super little indie horror. The film borrows from other films especially the original HALLOWEEN and then yanks the rug from under you. What I found most interesting is that up until the past few years American teens were portrayed as fun-loving, drug and sex addicted crazies out for a good time. Now it's the 40+ that are fun loving.

In IT FOLLOWS, the teens are morose and sad. The middle class world they live in is no better than the horror of downtown Detroit. So many cool ideas. Amazing cinematography, nice perfs, and super music. I totally enjoyed myself, so what's missing?

A truly great horror that moves the genre forward needs to feel fresh and visceral. IT FOLLOWS is really terrific but far too intellectual to be visceral. Too much Cronenberg and Lynch to be stellar.

One last thing, the horror becomes menacing. Such a mistake. It would way cooler if "it" just followed you. Then you'd lose your mind.

And that's a great horror! Make me lose my mind.… Expand

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tibzoidApr 6, 2015

Nowhere near as scary as I thought it would be. It's somewhat entertaining but wanders aimlessly at times. And the director is hamfisted and amateurish.

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SewerGoblinMar 30, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It Follows is a pretty decent film for a low-budget indie movie. The film cost 2 million to make and that's about what you get. Is it a horror film capable of making you break out in a cold sweat and start panting or shrieking? Not really. Truth be told most people in my theater walked out a tad disappointed. The story had some pretty glaring logic holes (ever heard of a plane or a boat? The thing can't swim....) and inconsistent rules (walking at 2 mph, the thing should only be able to walk a maximum of 48 miles per day) but if you can suspend disbelief (and a lot of it) you'll find an entertaining, creepy film that ultimately is worth the price of admission. Go see it, but temper expectations.… Expand

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fungusgnatJun 19, 2015

This movie is unaccountably a hit with the critics. Yes, it’s a cut above the standard-issue horror movie: less mayhem, more menace; less mindlessness, more reflection on sex and death; fewer fright tropes, more atmoshperics. But it is notThis movie is unaccountably a hit with the critics. Yes, it’s a cut above the standard-issue horror movie: less mayhem, more menace; less mindlessness, more reflection on sex and death; fewer fright tropes, more atmoshperics. But it is not clear to me whether, taken together, there is any there here. What is the point of all this? Why does sex (usually) pass the condition from one person to another? Why are people presumably buried still running around late in the film? What is the sigificance of the swimming pool full of blood? And what is the relevance of the passages from “The Idiot” that one of the characters keeps reading aloud? Something about separating the soul from the body? What motivates the stalker? Okay, maybe I’m being picky – this movie works well enough as entertainment, but I was expecting more sense. In the world of critically acclaimed thrillers, this is a big step down from “The Babadook.”… Expand

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MegaGametApr 21, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll give this movie credit where it is due first, before I delve into why I rated it so poorly average. For its credit, It Follows has some of the best soundtrack and filming I have experienced in a long time. The combination of both, along with the characters clothes, technology and atmosphere make it almost confusing (in a good way) to tell when it was filmed and what timeframe it is to be taking place. The music and setting made it seem like a classic 80's flick, very suspenseful and really ambiguous. And I like that a lot. The synth music, the older houses and homes; all of it made it seem like a well shot period piece... but then a character has a clamshell smartphone... from the future? I dunno. It wasn't scary, but this confusing timeframe really made it enjoyable to experience.

Additionally, I liked the premise. I will NOT, however, say it was original. Anyone that claims "no horror movie out there has something lurking to get you" is a moron. "yeah, but that it's walking, where ever you are, to come and get you dude" is still stupid. Virtually every horror has something coming for you. That might as well be the genre's subtitle. As for "slowly, from anywhere", that's pretty much why Jason Took Manhattan, and we all know, that doesn't equate to creative or a great movie. BUT, the whole "something is following me, I passed it to you" idea was refreshing enough.

Also, acting wise, I loved the cast. I see no harm there, for people I had never seen or heard of.

As for the downsides, I'll rate the hype as being the big killer for me. Not only the outside "oh this did great in Cali and NY and film festivals, now I'm lucky to get it in Lansing, Michigan!"... which worked, by the way... but also the hype. The most brutal murder, we don't even see, happens in the first ten minutes. And the corpse is glorious. So waiting an entire movie to see that happen at some point only to have it NOT EVER HAPPEN... really killed it for me. The closest we got was to watch a mom dry hump her son, supposedly to death... but again, I wouldn't know, because we don't see that.

Next, I liked the fact that no one sees "it" except the person it's coming after. But when you can throw a sheet on it and everyone can see it... it's invisible become a moot point. Likewise, shooting at it is bloody, and it falls... but later scenes, it's back. So I get the helpless aspect... but it just seemed like an unattainable and boring point to throw in.

Lastly, the "reveal" at the end; the last iteration of IT was her dad... that seems like they thought it should be clever, but with no backstory and no character building, it's not. Had I fallen asleep (possible), I would've missed the picture frame anyway. And I'd never know. But by this point, I didn't care anyway.

Lastly lastly, spoiler... the end plan wasn't going to work, even if things had gone to plan. You see the kids plugging electronics into SURGE PROTECTORS for godsake, in hopes to push them into the water and electrify things. So again, is this the early 80s, where no one knows what a surge protector PRTOECTS FROM?!

So I'm disappointed, from all the hype really, as it draw me in. The payoff was nonexistent. The movie went a long boring path to show you nothing. It had high hopes for being a game changer and artist/original. But anyone tells you that should be slapped int he face with a copy of Hellraiser or better.

Unless "It", in this case, is the lingering feeling that you've just been screwed outta $20... then in that case, it's very clever.… Expand

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NaivJun 7, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had heard that this film was really good, and its not.... but it depends who you are, if you are into horror then id say this isn't for you, its kinda, id say trying to be artsy, its a good concept, just id like to have seen more of the thing and some kind of explanation as to what it was, where it came from etc, the film had a lot of pointless filler for me, scenes having no dialogue or point but I'm sure the film had some kind of subtle or clever points in it, I just didn't care, although it isn't really scary some might find it so, I just found it intriguing but lacking horror, it wasn't terrible, just not for me.… Expand

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JauntySep 4, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Moral of this story: don't have sex, or people will walk slowly towards you, a woman will pee on your floor and a naked man will stand on your house.

I'd like to see a parody of the movie where Jay's actually hideous and obese and none of the guys stick around to help her or offer to bone her.

"I could...pass it onto you..."

"NAW I'M GOOD THX."

I think this movie was about pretty girl privilege more than anything. Most of us would've been thrown in a psychiatric hospital the first moment we started screaming about something that others couldn't see. Except for religious people of course.

Great soundtrack, though.… Expand

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jgzegerNov 23, 2015

Entertaining, but not really scary, this movie reeks that it is low budget. If you want to see a really scary film, give this a miss and watch The Ring instead.

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beingryanjudeJun 13, 2015

It Follows aims to scare and thrill by never defining the parameters of its antagonist. Instead, it leaves us frustrated and not scared, more often than not. The concept is there, but It Follows deserved better execution.

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oDjentoJul 21, 2015

It Follows beginning premise starts off with enough intrigue to make you believe you are about to watch a really creepy and psychological horror/thriller, but instead only sets you up for disappointment as the end result is tediously average.It Follows beginning premise starts off with enough intrigue to make you believe you are about to watch a really creepy and psychological horror/thriller, but instead only sets you up for disappointment as the end result is tediously average.
The film is based around an entity that will imitate anyone and try track down a certain person and kill them horrifically, and with this it brings a creepiness to the film knowing that this entity literally has no face, because it can have anyone’s face. However, once this has been established as what the film is about and that Jay (Maika Monroe) must pass the “curse” on – like some sort of really messed up STD – the film dilutes itself into a pool of averageness. There are not really any scenes that properly creeped me out, and to be honest there were too few scenes that actually tried to scare or creep you out. It felt like the gaps between each scare were too long, and they all ended up becoming formulaic in what happened.
The acting in this is also not that great, it’s just a bunch of twenty-something actors who never truly express any real emotion or fear, other than raising their voices and quieting them when they had to say something meaningful. Maika Monroe admittedly brings a reasonably good performance, but it’s nothing to rave about.
Some of the films composition of scenes along with its colour scheme make this film interesting, showing there was some care taken into the cinematography, but they are only evident once every so often in the film; as if the director was making a horror film that he knew wasn’t going to hold up by itself so just tried to make it a bit artsy. Sure the scenes can look quite cool, but a majority of the scenes in the film are just unnecessary cuts between characters and things to try keep the movie flowing, but instead just make it seem clunky in manoeuvring from one scene to another.
One thing I must compliment the film on is its score. It gives you that 1980’s horror vibe with the heavy synth and thundering drums that add to the films tone greatly, and make this film undeniably unique to most other horror films that come out nowadays. This film also stands out from the contemporary horror films being made as it – like The Babadook – does not rely completely on jump scares and more tries to creep you out; along with coming with its interesting score.
This film tries to jump on the vibrantly different horror band wagon like The Babadook and tries to show how horror does not have to be done so formulaically, but sadly does not succeed like how The Babadook did in 2014.
This film had a chance to be something genuinely astonishing but instead mingles with the other average horror films that plague the industry nowadays. Missable; not the hype the critics made it up to be.
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FilmVirtueJul 24, 2015

Carrying an original premise makes the film one of a kind, but on the terms of jarring thrills it seemingly lacks focusing more on a sexual premise rather than horror elements. That being said the film is still horrifying, just not memorable.

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Meth-dudeJul 13, 2018

As much as I liked the original premise, I feel like the movie didn't do it justice. The acting was a bit shaky at times, the last half hour was way too over the top, especially compared to the rest of the movie and the characters were quiteAs much as I liked the original premise, I feel like the movie didn't do it justice. The acting was a bit shaky at times, the last half hour was way too over the top, especially compared to the rest of the movie and the characters were quite unlikeable. I will give credit where credit is due, the cinematography is beautiful, the soundtrack is surprisingly enjoyable and some scenes were indeed quite thrilling. If you're looking for a new scary horror classic you will probably be disappointed, but if you want a slow, psychological drama, you may appreciate it.… Expand

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zouz123Jun 25, 2015

It's more of a mild thriller rather than horror, no actual scary scenes that makes you jump out of your seat and no gore at all, only psychological messing around. The scenes are pretty slow and story is illogical, i got lost several times asIt's more of a mild thriller rather than horror, no actual scary scenes that makes you jump out of your seat and no gore at all, only psychological messing around. The scenes are pretty slow and story is illogical, i got lost several times as the execution and transition from scene was bloody flawed. I couldn't say that I hated it, but it surely isn't one of my favorites, not even near. Knowing what I read about it in reviews, i'm actually terribly disappointed.… Expand

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LinttaFlamingoAug 13, 2018

Just f*ck a fish and throw it in the water.

A popular critically acclaimed film "Get Out" managed to be an interesting entertaining film for those too that didn't find it scary. That's almost the case with "It Follows" too. It FollowsJust f*ck a fish and throw it in the water.

A popular critically acclaimed film "Get Out" managed to be an interesting entertaining film for those too that didn't find it scary. That's almost the case with "It Follows" too.

It Follows basically has a girl think that something is following her after a sexual encounter. Many other characters in the film also think about it and see it, and know that if it gets to you, it can kill you.

The film gets a lot of things right. It has a fantastic original soundtrack that manages to make many scenes unsettling, I've had it on repeat for a while now. The film barely uses any jumpscares and instead just lets you have a close view of the supposedly scary thing, which I thought was a nice way of trying something else and playing with the viewers expectations. Although the soundtrack sometimes was maybe a bit too loud compared to the dialogue and other sounds overall which made at least two scenes a bit obnoxious with the soundtrack getting louder when stuff starts to happen.

While the film was able to create a lot of tension, I didn't exactly find myself terrified at any point. I was interested in the story but I was never scared and didn't feel creeped out afterwards. But like I said, it's not a deal breaker with this one. I was constantly interested in seeing what's gonna happen with the characters and what the It thing overall is and what it resembles. The film is also very good with continuity. Many scenes pay a lot of attention to detail with people still walking or running in the background after many cuts. I also liked that the It can be seen already walking towards the characters even if it's not the main point of the scene yet for many seconds or even minutes. It was a very original way of creating tension, even though once again it wasn't exactly scary.

Although this also kinda makes absolutely no sense. The film is very serious about the rules of this It thing. The characters say that It starts following you after a sexual encounter with the person that It was following. But they also say that the It thing is very slow and can only walk. Well, why not just f*ck something very fast that's not human? They didn't say you can't do that. Or why don't you just go somewhere where It can't follow you? I'm sure you can live in a house without breakable windows because your life depends on it. Just use common sense!

I would still recommend this film to anyone that's even a bit interested in the story. It's not perfect since it's kinda dumb when you start thinking about it, and it has some ugly colors in some scenes even if they are a metaphor for something, bad acting from some of the cast and a straight up terrible ending which turned it in to more of an action movie. But it's also very impressive how the film was able to keep the atmosphere very unsettling for almost the whole film without using any jumpscares. It's clear that the filmmakers have talent here.… Expand

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djryangFeb 19, 2016

After reading all the hype I can't understand what people thought was so great. It starts out well but failed to keep me interested. Good concept but annoying characters with no purpose or dialogue. Overall too hipster.

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scotyrpgMay 12, 2015

This a movie where the people that rate it a million out of ten should really watch it again to realise the type of society we live in. The praise to mainly come from the idea a of it being a "smart movie" when in reality I picked up onThis a movie where the people that rate it a million out of ten should really watch it again to realise the type of society we live in. The praise to mainly come from the idea a of it being a "smart movie" when in reality I picked up on something. There was a point where it felt like the movie and I were going for a jog right after a well deserved break. I felt refreshed and ready to go but once you hit the midway point I began to feel like I had done this all before. The movie plays off of paranoia which fades quickly once it has ended however it still felt like there was some sort of voice growing louder from the other side of the screen. After clearing my ears from all of the nostalgia I could finally make out the words "remember when this cliché used to be cool" on loop for the remainder of the film. It then quickly turned from horror to thriller where the scares were non-existent but adrenaline was still going through me. The only thing which I can say was amazing about the film was the actors due to the realism being portrayed through them. Sadly everything else seemed like a cut out from a better movie. The pacing was confusing as I had to keep checking my watch to see if I hadn't zoned out for the last 10 minutes as I had felt like a coffee break whilst an entity who constantly follows you was out of place. The entity itself would have been creepy if I hadn't had been through something that is terrorising films since last year and that is the "new movie trailer". Now for the people that don't know the "new movie trailer" is when the person in charge of making a trailer for a movie is given the footage but is told not the watch it at all. They then put what ever they can fit in the 1-4 minute trailer without realising they ruined the movie's biggest spoiler. The trailer of "It Follows" shows every form of the entity besides from one that wasn't worth putting in anyway. In the end I would label "It Follows" as a thriller rather than a horror which was disappointing. I loved the plot and the characters however when a movie has so many rules to stick to which it made it self something is bound to go wrong. It was a one watch kind of movie due to it starting well but it went other a cliff after in the last act.… Expand

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TheRemakingsJun 8, 2015

the trailer makes it look a lot better than it really is but its still better than say paranormal activity. The problem i think this movie has is the writing mainly towards the end but im not soiling anything. Also the transitions kinda suckthe trailer makes it look a lot better than it really is but its still better than say paranormal activity. The problem i think this movie has is the writing mainly towards the end but im not soiling anything. Also the transitions kinda suck and the acting can be very dull at moments but good in others. The soundtrack is amazing though! Also what seems weak is the story-line as in how it plays out; like for one the monster just being some random person you might love is interesting but not scary at all. I like the shot where "it" comes out at 1:41 (check trailer on YT) and i think if the monster took that form or maybe took forms of other people but when it took their form they were say mutated or human but still kinda not. Also the monster idea is amazing as most horror are generic but this isn't same as the monster its very creative, but the way they used the monster and how they showed "it" and how the characters and story plays out makes "it" not as terrifying but more interesting and eerie. It'd be cool if they made a sequel that had better writing,scripting,budget,actors,and a little more of everything (expect the soundtrack) than it probably be the best horror movie ever!!! i give this version a 5 out of 10. BTW if your still reading this ridiculously long review, thanks and what do you think. Also i'm putting this review on a review site just cause.… Expand

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ToThePointJul 25, 2015

About a “shape shifting” creature that slowly follows its victim(s) relentlessly.

Interesting premise followed by good atmosphere and fresh cinematography/ music amount to very little in the end. Disappointed that the ending lacked closureAbout a “shape shifting” creature that slowly follows its victim(s) relentlessly.

Interesting premise followed by good atmosphere and fresh cinematography/ music amount to very little in the end. Disappointed that the ending lacked closure and the movie bypasses any mythos regarding the following creature and/or who it attacked. The jump scares and creepy atmosphere did not stay with me or "follow" me after having seen the movie which a good horror/thriller is capable of evoking.

As discussed the plot is the downfall and I personally wouldn't watch again although there are glimpses of strong filmmaking. Perhaps the director’s next film will be an improvement.… Expand

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PetitBikiniJan 1, 2016

"It Follows" has one the best, if not the best concept for a horror movie. The only problem with it, which is a very big problem, is that it simply isn't scary enough. I have seen many stupid horror flicks that have scared me more than this.

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EpicLadySpongeJan 8, 2016

This movie follows me to give this movie a score of 4. This was not the kind of horror I was expecting. Why are we expecting this to be a good movie again?

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sjultiJan 5, 2017

This is probably the weirdest movie i have ever seen its unique but i wouldint score it as high as the critics have, theirs nothing out their like this movie, but it does get boring and the whole plot makes no sense i expected more from this movie

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voxottoOct 31, 2016

a very slow movie, i think there is almost 20 minutes of footage that is pointless, the music is meh. Makes it seem like an experimental art school project, Meanin not the best quality. I think this would be a 10/10 video game or a horrora very slow movie, i think there is almost 20 minutes of footage that is pointless, the music is meh. Makes it seem like an experimental art school project, Meanin not the best quality. I think this would be a 10/10 video game or a horror story, but as a movie its not that great. its really hard to make your own nightmare and it did not work in my idea.. like whats scary, it chases you by walking, just **** more, go to a orgy, **** one and they'll **** eachother and youll be free, i dont get it whats that horrible....… Expand

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6

GrantD243Apr 25, 2018

I had been meaning to watch It Follows for a couple of years now. I'd always heard good things about it and I figured it'd be a solid thriller because of that. Well, I didn't necessarily think it was bad, but I also don't necessarilyI had been meaning to watch It Follows for a couple of years now. I'd always heard good things about it and I figured it'd be a solid thriller because of that. Well, I didn't necessarily think it was bad, but I also don't necessarily understand why it got as much critical acclaim as it did. Is the concept cool? Yeah. Is it executed fairly well? Sure, but I didn't find the movie particularly enthralling. I wasn't bored, but I wasn't blown away, either. It just felt like another popcorn flick to me. Entertaining, but not necessarily something you'll think about long after you see it. I will say that I did like the ending, though.… Expand

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nissan240sxOct 20, 2019

A slow moving STD demon, It Follows is a hilarious and interesting take on horror.The audience is constantly guessing where the monster is and who the monster is. The soundtrack carries the film and builds the suspense beautifully, remove theA slow moving STD demon, It Follows is a hilarious and interesting take on horror.The audience is constantly guessing where the monster is and who the monster is. The soundtrack carries the film and builds the suspense beautifully, remove the soundtrack, and the movie is significantly worse (dull). The rules to fight the evil is vague and intentionally so, but its still frustrating to see that there is no backstory on its existence. Overall, I will give it props for the original idea, but the movie is far from a classic or must-see.… Expand

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miguevindianoAug 30, 2021

The problem with the plot is that I don't feel scared at any point because the follower is so slow that my grandma with arthritis can escape from it. Also, I hated the scene where she suddenly becomes fast inside the pool for the script. AndThe problem with the plot is that I don't feel scared at any point because the follower is so slow that my grandma with arthritis can escape from it. Also, I hated the scene where she suddenly becomes fast inside the pool for the script. And the ending, man, I hate this kind of endings.… Expand

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DawdlingPoetNov 27, 2021

Did I find this creepy? yes. Did I find this spooky? a little. Was I scared by it? no. Did it make me jump? no. Was it if but mildly atmospheric? yes. Were there some good if cliched camera pans used? yes.
Was there an unsettling music scoreDid I find this creepy? yes. Did I find this spooky? a little. Was I scared by it? no. Did it make me jump? no. Was it if but mildly atmospheric? yes. Were there some good if cliched camera pans used? yes.
Was there an unsettling music score used? yes. Is it ok? just about, yes. Is it good? not especially. Would I recommend it? not really.… Expand

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