Review: Fright Night 3D
3 stars.
This remake of the 1985 campy horror film of the same name struggles to overcome the post-Twilight vampire world…and fails. While it does have its redeeming qualities, “Fright Night” fails to function as a true horror film (as it was marketed) and instead veers into the world of 80s horror films. While this is a refreshing change from the unintentional comedy of most modern horror, several scenes slowed down the film and detracted from the plot.
Apparently the solution to the glittery vampires (Damn you, Robert Pattinson!) is to have Colin Farrell lurk and be overtly sexual, while that kid who played McLovin in “Superbad” (Who was the casting director? Seriously?) plays a vampiric version of himself. While not necessary at all, the 3D did add to a few moments, particularly the ridiculous/awesome vampire effects, but the background of most scenes seemed blurred and cut out as a result. Despite worthy efforts by the director, screenwriter and main actors (Anton Yelchin in particular), the “Fright Night” remake will be a great choice once it hits the dollar theater.
If you like this, check out “30 Days of Night.”
