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dashtagSep 7, 2018

A scary movie, some plot flaws but it was fun. I was pleased with the movie, it had a lot to live up to considering it is the prequel to a Great Horror movie franchise.

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AcaciaSep 16, 2018

This is a really creepy movie! I wanted to leave the theater to get popcorn, but wanted to wait until things slowed down. They never did! The action takes place in an old convent in romania that has been pretty much deserted for a longThis is a really creepy movie! I wanted to leave the theater to get popcorn, but wanted to wait until things slowed down. They never did! The action takes place in an old convent in romania that has been pretty much deserted for a long time. A new nun and a priest are sent there to find out what has been going on. A young nun has hung herself and they want to find out why. Things get creepy right away. I thought this was a really good movie and think the pace was right on.… Expand

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7

teaguewdSep 9, 2018

7/10 = Exactly what you could hope for in a movie like this. You go in and sit down, not expecting 'The Conjuring', but hoping for something in that vein, a tasty treat that won't feel like the first time, but might sate that ever-prolonged7/10 = Exactly what you could hope for in a movie like this. You go in and sit down, not expecting 'The Conjuring', but hoping for something in that vein, a tasty treat that won't feel like the first time, but might sate that ever-prolonged hunger for good horror. Its an arduous hunt, and the perils around Moviepass and skyrocketing ticket prices notwithstanding, this one might just do it for you. Its not a great slow-burn. The pacing gives an impression of a 2.5 hour screenplay cut down to an abridged runtime. You'll have to run with character archetypes because the exposition is wanting. As any fan of horror knows, sometimes you have to play the build-up in your head, and I assume that's a little of what they've been trying to do, thrusting that terrifying 'nun' into the previous titles. As a fixture, the image doesn't lose much of its horrifying quality, even after being interspersed through two films already. Other than that, this film doesn't much resemble its predecessors.

I've seen the director's previous work, and thankfully this film doesn't resemble it much either. I found the set dec and effects pretty good, even compelling in moments. While's there's no brilliant stylistic element that dominates the film and sculpts its atmosphere, neither is there a consistent foible. We spend nearly the entire film in creepy and 'unsafe' environs, and a weaker film would fall prey to normalization of that space. 'The Nun' somehow keeps it fresh...and that's precisely a reason to go and see it.

All in all, it's close to hitting the mark in all the right ways, but don't expect the characters nor the story to fully engage. If you go in with as low-expectations as I did, and keep in mind that I did go in (I would have even put in the $13.50 had it come to it), you will come out pleasantly surprised and perhaps a little refreshed. I should add that this is a fertile premise within the horror genre, at least to my eager eyes, and I've always been a sucker for the themes explored in 'The Exorcist'. This one delves into religious subject matter about as much as any horror film I've ever seen.… Expand

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br_mooreSep 9, 2018

The Nun is a movie with a mixture of strong highs and disappointing lows. Majority of the movie leans towards strong highs, with some truly incredible visuals, a good handful of horrifying scares, and great atmosphere.
Where the movie faltersThe Nun is a movie with a mixture of strong highs and disappointing lows. Majority of the movie leans towards strong highs, with some truly incredible visuals, a good handful of horrifying scares, and great atmosphere.
Where the movie falters is an inconsistent tone at times, some weirdly cheap scenes, and an out-of-place character by the name of "Frenchie", who tends to distract from the movie's better moments.
Still, this is a surprisingly quality movie with plenty of genuinely freaky and memorable moments that left me nervous and satisfied.… Expand

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7

Daniellockhart0Sep 13, 2018

Its a bland but kinda fun horror movie but its a mess like dum characters and stupid plot but its still a okay movie.

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7

qqiwkqaqwNov 23, 2018

Good movie, but not at the levels of the first two the conjuring, overall it's a good spin-off, more than enjoyable.

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JLauSep 25, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nun and priest investigate a suicide at a monastery where the nuns, who are walking and talking, have already been killed by a demon before they get there.… Expand

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TheQuietGamerSep 9, 2018

The best bad horror movie ever.

The Nun is absolutely NUTS. A return to the '80s style of horror where literally anything could happen. It still falls into a lot of modern trappings such as idiotic characters and a lot of jump scares, butThe best bad horror movie ever.

The Nun is absolutely NUTS. A return to the '80s style of horror where literally anything could happen. It still falls into a lot of modern trappings such as idiotic characters and a lot of jump scares, but it's hard to not have fun with these aspects too. The writing makes absolutely no sense. Not just in the context of the movie itself, but in the larger Conjuring universe as well. So many plot holes and continuity errors. It's all just an excuse to let the madness unfold. There are zombie nuns and Taissa Farmiga spits the blood of Jesus Christ into a demon's face. All of it is done with a mostly straight face too. There is certainly a sense of humor to be found here, one that is both intentional and the result of some cheesy writing, but I appreciated how this was a genuine effort to try and scare people.

You will find some initial frustration of the eye rolling variety when you see the characters make dumb decisions like following a demon into another incredibly obvious trap for the umpteenth time (Demián Bichir plays the dumbest priest ever), but with thrilling jolts and more crazy, reality-bending insanity waiting for you around every corner it's easy to get caught up in the movie's rambunctious energy. I once thought that the MonsterVerse was the only cinematic universe outside of the MCU that looked like it was going to be ay good. After watching this I think I'm going to have to reconsider. Because sans the first Annabelle, The Conjuring Universe is looking pretty darn good. You simply have not lived until you've watched The Nun.… Expand

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Meth-dudeSep 7, 2018

Despite the cringe worthy dialogue, the numerous horror clichés and the constant jump scares, The Nun still manages to be a more than decent horror flick. With a very well done eerie atmosphere, great acting performances and genuinelyDespite the cringe worthy dialogue, the numerous horror clichés and the constant jump scares, The Nun still manages to be a more than decent horror flick. With a very well done eerie atmosphere, great acting performances and genuinely unnerving sequences, it's about as good as you could expect it to be. If you're a fan of The Conjuring franchise or just a fan of ghost movies, you will probably enjoy this one.… Expand

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Movie3Sep 7, 2018

Not bad, but could have been better. Still gives the scares we want and makes a strong enough chapter to be in the series. But it's definitely rushed in it's 95 minutes. Still gives what I came for =)

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RichardSayreSep 7, 2018

The fifth and latest chapter of The Conjuring universe, THE NUN is a lean, mean little horror story. While not quite living up to the Warren's and their investigations, it does still serve up a fresh dish of spooky. It may lean a little hardThe fifth and latest chapter of The Conjuring universe, THE NUN is a lean, mean little horror story. While not quite living up to the Warren's and their investigations, it does still serve up a fresh dish of spooky. It may lean a little hard on the jump scares, but besides that it's an enjoyable summer flick.… Expand

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Davrosdaleks1Sep 7, 2018

The Conjuring universe manages to pull off another fun film.

Like the other films in the series, this movie feels like walking through a haunted house. The movies have always done a wonderful job of sets and settings. Here we have a creepyThe Conjuring universe manages to pull off another fun film.

Like the other films in the series, this movie feels like walking through a haunted house. The movies have always done a wonderful job of sets and settings. Here we have a creepy Bavarian mansion turned convent out in the middle of the forest. Its an over-the-top Hollywood monstrosity and it looks great. Admittedly, The Nun doesn't have quite the scare factor of The Conjurings or Annabelle; Creation. The scares are more direct, lacking some of the more thought-out or background ambien scenes of the others. Now, this is just compared to the rest of the series. The movie is still plenty spooky with solid visuals and cinematography.

The plots and characters are generally interesting, but the second act is a little slow as the characters potter around the convent looking for clues. Things pick up tremendously for the big finale. Although the setting is austere, there are some pretty funny lines in the script, but wisely not enough to ruin the tone.

Don't expect this to be the best of the Conjuring movies and I think you will enjoy yourself.… Expand

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marketSep 7, 2018

definitely love all the conjuring movies, including this one, great atmosphere, so scary

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10

omarshearSep 10, 2018

it is cool but not great like the conjuring 1-2 , james wan make diffrient , but is very good movies

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HabibiehakimSep 3, 2023

Just with the exception of Frenchie, the character that i wish be less weird and need to just shut up for certain moments, and although i didn't hate him and he's not like a bad actor, in fact a couple of time his comic relief works but stillJust with the exception of Frenchie, the character that i wish be less weird and need to just shut up for certain moments, and although i didn't hate him and he's not like a bad actor, in fact a couple of time his comic relief works but still even if his character was remove The Nun was just gonna be a pure terrifying movie and even better because with the exception of Frenchie The Nun was a perfection, it is as close as it gets for a movie in The Conjuring universe to be near as good as the first two Conjuring movie, The Nun is not only terrifyingly fun to watch, it is also a very well directed horror movie, the jumpscare was clever and it works, and the performances were all amazing, there is this speciality of the movie being this very small scale just based around mostly in this cursed place the whole time with a proper 96 minutes runtime, and Valak was probably the most badass demon ever in a horror movie, i'm just having a good fun terrifying time with The Nun, everything in this movie was just well done at least mostly, well written story, well performed, and well crafted, as much as i wanted to give it a 10, either way The Nun was still an awesome movie, the best Non-Conjuring movie in The Conjuring universe so far, i love it.… Expand

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eagleeyevikingDec 24, 2018

With a tense atmosphere, effective jumps scares, and a suspenseful soundtrack, "The Nun" is a surprisingly scary horror film and yet another win in the Conjuring Universe.