memorable

Rating: Null/10 (14 February 2002)

Sharp, witty horror film is sure to score big points for fans of the genre. In a small California town where nothing ever seems to happen, a brutal serial killer begins to target high school teenagers. Not only are the killings patterned after popular horror movies, but they also seem to center around one student in particular (Campbell) whose mother was tragically killed years earlier. Sharp, effective, well-made thriller with violence, suspense, and clever in-jokes for die-hard horror movie fans. An attractive young cast, good direction, and a script full of surprises make this one far better than the usual teen slasher nonsense. ***