"Children can be such monsters."
A group of criminals kidnap a teenage ballet dancer, the daughter of a notorious gang leader, in order to obtain a ransom of $50 million, but over time, they discover that she is not just an ordinary girl. After the kidnappers begin to diminish, one by one, they discover, to their increasing horror, that they are locked inside with no normal little girl.
Melissa Barrera
Joey
Dan Stevens
Frank
Alisha Weir
Abigail
William Catlett
Rickles
Kathryn Newton
Sammy
Kevin Durand
Peter
Angus Cloud
Dean
Giancarlo Esposito
Lambert
Matthew Goode
Father
A group of criminals kidnap a teenage ballet dancer, the daughter of a notorious gang leader, in order to obtain a ransom of $50 million, but over time, they discover that she is not just an ordinary girl. After the kidnappers begin to diminish, one by one, they discover, to their increasing horror, that they are locked inside with no normal little girl.
I went into "Abigail" expecting a chilling horror movie with a unique ballerina twist, but I was surprised to find it leaning more towards comedy. The exaggerated fight scenes between adults and a young girl provided some comedic moments that had me chuckling. While the film does explore character development, it unfortunately disposes of two characters without much impact. Despite this flaw, the plot's unexpected twists and turns keep the story engaging and make for an overall enjoyable viewing experience. The final act may feel a bit chaotic, but the climactic battle scene is reminiscent of classic movie showdowns, adding to the excitement. Melissa Barrera's presence in the film harkens back to her role in the "Scream" franchise, evoking a sense of nostalgia. Unfortunately, the film falters in its conclusion with an unnecessary cameo from the father, disrupting the emotional dynamic of Joey. This misstep detracts from an otherwise entertaining movie.
What a great movie... This movie reminds me of old times when movies were interesting and fun to watch unlike mordern movies which are filled with political propaganda nowadays and boring as hell with zero talent. Good acting, good plot and most importantly - no agenda! I enjoyed watching this movie a lot.
ABIGAIL is a stylish, bloody vampire flick that thrives on its energetic performances and slick production quality. Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, and Alisha Weir shine in their roles, with Weir in particular proving to be a standout young talent. Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett's partnership continues to be incredibly successful, blending humor, action, and horror seamlessly. Really fun atmosphere, making it an entertaining ride from start to finish. While the film impresses visually and keeps a fast-paced momentum, it lacks depth in its storytelling. The plot feels familiar, sticking closely to vampire genre tropes without much thematic exploration. Yet, for those looking for a light, enjoyable experience with excellent performances and sharp direction, ABIGAIL delivers exactly that. It's not groundbreaking, but it's worth watching for fans of stylish horror. Rating: B-
**_“And Then There Were None” meets “The Lost Boys” meets Tarantino_** Several kidnappers take a 12 years-old ballerina captive and hold her at a locked-down mansion until her filthy rich father pays up. But this ain’t no typical little rich girl. “Abigail” (2024) is amusing horror in the mold of “From Dusk Till Dawn” meshed with "We Summon the Darkness.” The basic plot is old hat if you consider “The Beast Must Die” from fifty years earlier and "Howling V: The Rebirth" from the late 80s. Yet it works well for the first 85 minutes before devolving into splatter horror overkill, like the original “Scream” did. Interestingly, Elon Musk and Joan Jett are featured in the cast. Not really, but it seems like it (I’m talking about Kevin Durand and Melissa Barrera respectively). Speaking of brunette Barrera, she’s a highlight on the feminine front along with blonde Kathryn Newton. While not of the caliber of “From Dusk Till Dawn,” it’s superior to "We Summon the Darkness.” It was shot in Dublin and is overlong at 1 hour, 49 minutes. They shoulda tightened it up by shaving off 15-20 minutes. GRADE: B-/C+
What a refreshing reteeling of such an old tale. This story has been told time and time again, and yet, this telling is fresh, original and entertaining. You will find yourself rooting for the bad guy as the fight for survival is paramount. Excellent movie, I would recommend it time and time again.
This has some bite This is not the best in its genre, and the twist is immediately spoiled, but it is not a bad movie by any stretch. It is technically competent, well acted, well directed and looks gorgeous. It is hard to find someone to actually root for, and you are left to just sort of dislike everyone, for different reasons, in the narrative.
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