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Rating: Null/10 (26 January 2001)

I LOVE "Scream". This film is so well-written and well-acted that it never ceases to be entertaining. To the more ignorant viewer, "Scream" might appear to be full of cliches and to be unrealistic -- of course, I can't disagree. That's exactly the point. Wes Craven pays homage to the classic horror films of the 70's and 80's, most notably "Nightmare on Elm Street" and "Halloween" (or any Jamie Lee Curtis film). The opening with Drew Barrymore masterfully builds tension and combines it with Drew's penchant for creating semi-innocent, charismatic characters. Neve Campbell is realistic (if not a little annoying, like your whiny best friend) and Deputy Dewey (David Arquette, ridiculous and funny as usual) provides lots of comic relief. Just a good movie, perfect when seen in a crowded movie theater or basement with no lights, lots of popcorn, and big guys in varsity jackets to protect everyone. 9/10 out of 10, definitely. A modern classic in the genre.