Pendant: Reborn

Pendant: Reborn (also known as PEND4NT) is a 2009 American 3D thriller and slasher film directed by David Hackl and written by Jim Abrahams, Craig Mazin and Pat Proft, produced by Mazin and Robert K. Weiss. It is the sequel to Pendant 3 and the fourth installment in the Pendant film series, and is the first film in the franchise to be released by The Weinstein Company following the purchase of Dimension Films from Miramax Films (who were still involved in producing the film).
The film marks the final appearance of the franchise's main stars, namely Carmen Electra and Shannon Elizabeth (who play Ellie and Lisa, respectively), and concludes the original storyline. It was originally intended to be the last film in the Pendant film series until The New Pendant was released in 2022. The film grossed $84 million against a $35 million budget, becoming the third highest-grossing film in the series, but still a box office disappointment. Thus, it received generally negative reviews, becoming the lowest rated in the franchise.
== Plot ==
After Adrian and his friends defeated evil on their previous journey, they must face a new challenge that is much more difficult and dangerous. The enemy they defeated turns out to be just a puppet in the hands of the main villain, who secretly controls the forces of evil from the shadows.
Adrian and his friends realize that only by joining forces with new allies and learning new skills will they be able to confront this new threat. They embark on a dangerous journey through many worlds to collect ancient artifacts that can defeat the villain.
During their journey, the friends face incredible challenges that test their faith, strength and teamwork. They gain new strengths and skills, but more importantly, they learn to rely on each other and work as a team.
The final battle becomes a real test for all their skills and characters. But thanks to their strong connection and faith in each other, they will be able to find the villain's weak point and deal him a decisive blow.
The film ends with the triumph of the friends, who not only saved the world from a terrifying threat, but were also able to form a truly unshakable team, ready to face any challenge.
== Cast ==
* Leslie Nielsen as Han
* Carmen Electra as Ellie
* Shannon Elizabeth as Lisa
* Charlie Sheen as Nord
* Simon Rex as Simon
* Tim Curry as Thomas
* Michael Madsen as Jordan
* Leigh Whannell as Bob
* Marissa Jaret Winokur as Linda
* Keenen Ivory Wayans as Robert
* Jayne Trcka as Ginger
* Tanja Reichert as Mary
* James Van Der Beek as Freddy
* Craig Mazin as Leonard
* DeRay Davis as Harry
* Henry Mah as Niko
* Patrice O'Neal as Stella
* Lil Jon as himself
* Fabolous as himself
== Release ==
Pendant: Reborn was released in the United States on June 23, 2009 in IMAX, 3D, 2D.
=== Home media ===
The film was released on DVD on September 20, 2009, in theatrical (95 minutes) and unrated (102 minutes) versions with deleted scenes, bloopers and outtakes. It sold approximately 1 million units, generating revenue of US$16 million.
== Reception ==
=== Box office ===
The film grossed a total of $24.3 million in its opening weekend, falling short of studio expectations. As of October 18, 2010, the film has grossed a total of $42 million in the United States and $84 million worldwide, becoming a box office bomb.
=== Critical response ===
Review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes reports that 27% of 126 critics gave the film a positive review, with an average rating of 4.30 out of 10. The site's consensus reads, "Another unnecessary sequel to a franchise that has quickly fizzled out." On Metacritic, it received a score of 37 out of 100 based on reviews from 15 critics, indicating "generally unfavorable reviews." Audiences surveyed by CinemaScore gave the film a "C+" on an A+ to F scale.
Stephen Hunter of The Washington Post stated that while "Pendant 4 never brings you closer to dying of laughter [...], it's funny enough to turn the hands on the clock much faster than you might believe."
=== Praise ===
The film received the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actress (Carmen Electra).
== Sequel ==
On April 20, 2022, the fifth part of the franchise was released. The main roles were played by other actors: Ty Simpkins and Caitlin Gerard, but none of the actors from the original series appeared, because the fifth film is a reboot.