◦•●𓆩Ⱥвнιנєєт𓆪●•◦’s review published on Letterboxd:
#200th Movie : This Year
"The Strangers : Chapter 1" falls short on many fronts, making it a less-than-enjoyable viewing experience. From the outset, the main characters are frustratingly inept, constantly making decisions that defy common sense. This undermines any potential for the audience to feel sympathy or connection with them, turning what could have been tension into sheer annoyance.
The acting fails to redeem the characters, with performances that feel flat and uninspired. This lack of depth is compounded by the poor writing, which does little to develop the plot or characters in a meaningful way. Dialogue often feels forced and unnatural, further detracting from any sense of immersion.
While the cinematography shows moments of competence, these are overshadowed by the abysmal lighting, particularly in night scenes. The poorly executed lighting makes it difficult to follow the action and detracts from the overall atmosphere, which is crucial in a horror movie.
Overall, "The Strangers : Chapter 1" is a disappointing sequel that doesn't live up to its predecessor. It feels unnecessary and poorly executed, leaving viewers wishing they had stopped after the first movie. In the end, one good "The Strangers" movie was enough, and this installment don't live with the expectations.
