Dermot Mulroney (Sean), Stefanie Scott (Quinn), Tate Berney (Alex), Ele Keats (Lilith), Lin Shaye (Elise), Angus Sampson (Tucker), Leigh Whannell (Specs), Michael MacKay (Man who can't breathe).
Insidious: Chapter 3 begins nicely with some character introduction and plot setup where things start to get a little weird. From there the movie takes focus on the horror and the rest is a nice ride with some good BOO moments and disturbing events. The plot is a bit thin here, looking like your basic supernatural horror, but the film holds interest well and does a decent job delivering the horror.
Mulroney was okay but has never felt like a solidly emotional actor to me so delivery was lacking a bit. Scott was enjoyable with good emotion and apparent chemistry with others. Keats was a nice fit for her role and pulled it off quite well. Sampson, Whannell, and the remainder of the cast were solid and enjoyable.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were well done with a solid quality feel. Some darker scenes were challenging but it actually helped draw attention. CGI and effects were nicely done throughout. Dialogue was nicely done with good depth and movement. Sound and soundtrack were good and fitting.
Fittingly, Insidious: Chapter 3 ends with a scream and leaves things open for the next chapter, just as it should as a prequel. Though the plot is simple the technical work and acting more than makes up for it. This is a solid horror thriller genre or franchise fans should enjoy.
With violence, disturbing images and horror, foul language, and some BOO scenes, this should be fine for teens and above.
Released: 2015
Reviewed: 5.11.16
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Horror, Supernatural Horror, Supernatural Thriller, Thriller
copyright ©2016 Dave Riedel
I thought this was a surprisingly good horror sequel.
ReplyDeleteNice review.
- Zach