Ratings: 5.8/10
Runtime: 1h 54m
Genres: Horror, Thriller
Director: Gary Dauberman
Writer: Stephen King, Gary Dauberman
Actor: Lewis Pullman, Makenzie Leigh, Jordan Preston Carter
Language: English
Description: The 2024 American supernatural horror film Salem’s Lot written and directed by Gary Dauberman and adapted from Stephen King’s 1975 novel, feels like a missed opportunity. Despite a cast featuring Lewis Pullman, Makenzie Leigh Bill Camp, Pilou Asbæk Alfre Woodard, Debra Christofferson, and William Sadler, the movie falls short. It’s a flashy but hollow remake of the Wes Craven/David Soul TV classic, and its transition to the big screen doesn’t quite hit the mark. There’s a distinct lack of tension. Sure, it looks polished but something crucial is missing King’s trademark depth and creeping dread. The film is neither terrible nor particularly good just bland. Where’s the terror? The most recent popular horror film is available on the Afdah website if you’re searching to watch it online.