Modern Day Masterpiece...

Rating: Null/10 (13 November 2000)

Everybody has seen Scream, if they haven't they certainly have heard of it. Most people can understand the basic plot, but the more the movie-buff you are the more you'll understand and thus enjoy it. Firstly, it's quite noticeable that it's a Kevin Williamson screenplay. The way the film refers back to past 'slice and dice' movies gives it away.
The film is like an amalgamation of other films-but with an original plot, better twists and of course a lot more screams but still sticks to the rules of the genre(eg. the finale takes place in a desolate area)
Secondly, it's directed by a great veteran of horror-Wes Craven. Craven uses his talent to keep the film gory but adds a modern, comical ingredient to it. The great twist at the end is an example of how the viewer never knows the outcome of the events. Also the viewer is always kept guessing who the killer really is, as unlike typical slasher films the identity of the killer is kept secret.