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What should have been an explosive finale to the trilogy in Scream 3 ends up becoming something of a damp squib, with little of the suspense that made the first two so memorable. Kevin Williamson, creator of the original Scream, claimed he always saw the series as a trilogy, so it's a pity that he couldn't have had more of a hand in the last of the series, settling for a producer credit while the screenplay is penned by Ehren Kruger (ironic in itself, given director Wes Craven's most famous creation). When a crucial player in the first two movies is killed in the now obligatory pre-credit murder sequence, the attention switches to the set of Stab 3, the third in the fictional film series based on the original Woodsboro murders of the first Scream movie. Sydney Prescott, who has spent the last few years targeted by the Ghost-faced killer, is drawn out of hiding in the Californian hills to face the killer one last time. Along the way she is re-united with old friends, (both living and dead) and discovers more about her family history than she ever wanted to know.
Most of the players look a little bored with the whole thing now and Craven just doesn't inject any pace into the proceedings, happy, it seems to produce virtually carbon copy set pieces from the previous instalments. The film sags incredibly in the second act and when a convenient "pre-recorded" message from the late Randy Meeks turns up, it's not so much evidence of that character's forethought, more of the scriptwriter's laziness. It has its moments though: Jenny McCarthy hiding from the killer in a wardrobe room filled with Ghostface costumes, a great cameo from Carrie Fisher and the constant bitching between Cox and the wonderful Parker Posey, who plays Gail Weathers in the fictional Stab 3. Ultimately, though, as the closing chapter in a great horror series, Scream 3 fails to live up to its predecessors. --Jonathan Weir
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In the aftermath of the second round of killings, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) has retreated to a house in the middle of nowhere and works as a phone counselor. But her life is about to be shaken up once again when a new round of killings begin. At first she tries to ignore them, but when the killer calls her at home, she realizes she has no choice.
The new round of killings seem to be centered around the production of Stab 3. As the cast begins to fear for their lives, Sidney teams up with Gale Weather s (Courtney Cox Arquette) and Dewey Riley (David Arquette). Why is the killer leaving pictures of Sid's mother on the victims? Who will survive the latest blood bath?
This is generally considered the weakest entry in the series, and the arguments against it have good merit. Neve Campbell wasn't available for the full production, and Sidney's decreased presence really hurt the film since the franchise has always been about her. Original scribe Kevin Williamson isn't back at all, and this film doesn't quite have the same satirical punch of the first two. And the ending seems rather farfetched and out there even for this franchise.
Despite these weaknesses, I can't help but enjoy the film. While the jokes aren't in the same manner, there are still some funny moments in the film. The suspense in the few scenes is still very intense. And the final fight is very nicely done.
While I can understand the complaints, I still enjoy this film. It frightens and provides a few laughs along the way. If you've enjoyed the first two, you'll want to give this one a stab.
The new round of killings seem to be centered around the production of Stab 3. As the cast begins to fear for their lives, Sidney teams up with Gale Weather s (Courtney Cox Arquette) and Dewey Riley (David Arquette). Why is the killer leaving pictures of Sid's mother on the victims? Who will survive the latest blood bath?
This is generally considered the weakest entry in the series, and the arguments against it have good merit. Neve Campbell wasn't available for the full production, and Sidney's decreased presence really hurt the film since the franchise has always been about her. Original scribe Kevin Williamson isn't back at all, and this film doesn't quite have the same satirical punch of the first two. And the ending seems rather farfetched and out there even for this franchise.
Despite these weaknesses, I can't help but enjoy the film. While the jokes aren't in the same manner, there are still some funny moments in the film. The suspense in the few scenes is still very intense. And the final fight is very nicely done.
While I can understand the complaints, I still enjoy this film. It frightens and provides a few laughs along the way. If you've enjoyed the first two, you'll want to give this one a stab.
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This is a great ending to a brilliant set of slasher films! I feel this movie is just as great as the second Scream in that it once again delivers the shocks and scares and laughs and cliche slasher rule scenes that you expect! The cast is good again and it parodies itself and the horror genre in so many ways and thats part of what makes it brilliant and original. Great trilogy of films that will always remain classics!!
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AWESOME!
SCREAM 3, despite being the worst of the first three, was highly entertaining! I jumped a dozen times, and just when i thought it was over, i jumped out of my skin in terror! Read more
Published 21 months ago by G. Stephenson
5.0 out of 5 stars
One for true Scream fans
With the fourth film coming out I thought I would watch this again and I am glad I did! Great to see Neve, David, Courtney and the others in this one. Read more
Published on 11 May 2011 by technojunkie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jumpy thriller
Still makes you jump, even after seeing it several times. Can be quite tense in parts.
Published on 3 Feb 2010 by Mrs. N. G. Yandle
3.0 out of 5 stars
Springy script, but why have the screams gone?
On the set of Stab 3 the cast are targeted by a serial killer using the same disguise as with Sidney Prescott (Campbell) who is once again brought into the equation. Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2009 by Stampy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Scream 3 was the best
I know it seems ages ago but i thought i write a review to keep the scream movies alive because have you heard the shocking news it was announced this year that they will indeed be... Read more
Published on 23 Dec 2008 by Mr. S. A. Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars
Yet another fab sequal!
It is hardly surprising that this was brilliant saying the first two were aswell. Sequals often get more and more worse in my opinion, however this was very much alike to the first... Read more
Published on 13 Dec 2007 by crazykat
3.0 out of 5 stars
It makes you squeal in delight rather than scream in fright
Ok, the first 'Scream' is excellent. No doubt. Its first sequel was a dull film, reiterating the same tricks, which is boring. Read more
Published on 13 Feb 2006 by "archangelskull"
5.0 out of 5 stars
A one LOUD SCREAM!
Its is great. Don't listen to these people they are soooooooooooooowrong. Its is great, you have to watch it.
Published on 15 Aug 2005
3.0 out of 5 stars
You are the weakest link, good-bye!
Well the first was a classic, the second was ok more of the same but the originality had gone, then we have this. It's ok but the trilogy promised so much more. Read more
Published on 30 July 2005 by DVD Fan
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not that good
After really enjoying the 1st and 2nd scream films years ago, I was really awaiting Scream 3. After seeing it, I found it to be a worthy finally, but as I keep watching it now I... Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2004 by P. Woods
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