The updated visual design for Chucky is something I appreciate. The film itself proved enjoyable, though I felt it could have benefited from increased action sequences. A larger number of characters meeting unfortunate ends also would have improved the experience.

I generally dislike remakes, particularly now when it feels like Hollywood has run dry on original concepts and resorts to simply rehashing older films. However, *Child’s Play* is an exception. The mystical backstory from the earlier movies—the idea of a convict transferring his soul into the doll—is gone here; instead, the doll is reprogrammed or its functions are left vulnerable so that it becomes dangerous. Mark H…

I tend to root for horror remakes; I realize the online horror crowd is quick to dismiss them, but I generally try to approach them with optimism and frequently find something worthwhile. In fact, John Carpenter’s initial _Halloween_ isn't even among my top choices in the series. To be fair, I'm a big fan of both Audrey Plaza and Mark Hamill. However, this 2019 version of _Child's Play_ falls short compared to the or…

While I typically dislike remakes, this reimagining of the 1988 Child’s Play turned out surprisingly well. It avoids the pitfall of being a direct copy like The Hustle was with Dirty Rotten Scoundrels—which simply switched the genders of the leads—instead offering a contemporary perspective that largely succeeds. The blend of dark comedy and horror elements felt effective, and director Lars Klevberg managed to steer …