As you can guess from the title, Scream 4 is the fourth film in the horror franchise. Like all of the other films, it is directed by Wes Kraven, who once again does a brilliant job. The film features all the characters we know and love from the previous films, including the infamous Ghostface, as well as many other recognizable faces. It is a great film to go and see with your friends, especially if you are too scared to go alone, as you can all face the terror together! For those of you who are devoted fans or just love a scare, then this film is for you.
Ten years have passed, and Sidney Prescott(Neve Campbell) has taken control of her life, and written a book about it. She returns to Woodsboro as the anniversary of the murder's is about to take place, re-kindling her friendship with Dewey Riley(David Arquette) and Gale Weathers(Courtney Cox), who are now married. We are also introduced to her Aunt and her cousin Jill(Emma Roberts)who are her remaining family. As you can probably predict, the Ghostface killer makes a re-appearance, devoted to tormenting Sidney wherever she goes. As a result every one close to her is put in danger, including the rest of Woodsboro.
The film is similar to the others, but it is just as good on delivering shock and gore. The opening scenes are definitely the best, as they immediately grab your attention, trapping you in their fright fest. From the beginning you will attempt to play the detective and try to suss out who the killer is, most likely failing as the plot thickens. When things calm down a little(or there are no murders) life in Woodsboro turns tense as people start to question who the killer is like the audience. Without the murders the story is quite boring, so in a good way they add to the film's brilliance!
Stereotypically, the acting in horror films is not usually great, but in Scream 4 it is actually rather good. Featuring a large cast, it mixes a blend of famous faces as well as young talent, who are all terrific. Neve Campbell is at her best playing the tormented Sidney, who is at the heart of the film since her past always follows her. David Arquette is also good as the likable Dewey, as is Courtney Cox although she isn't quite as good as she was in the previous films. Emma Roberts is surprisingly good as she takes on a much darker role than usual. All of the characters are believable and make up for what the script lacks in.
Scream 4 certainly does not disappoint and is a brilliantly executed addition to the franchise. It may just seem like another sequel, and there have been a few now, but it is definitely worth a watch. You will find yourself laughing, gasping in shock, clinging to your seat, but most of all, screaming at the characters to look behind them! Overall, Scream 4 is one of the better slasher films out there, and it will be sure to take you on a terrifying journey, even if you do know what is coming.
I leave you with these final words to ponder over...
"What's your favourite scary movie?"
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