I was really looking forward to Blumhouse's time-loop slasher flick HAPPY DEATH DAY when I first heard about it. Then I saw the babyface mask and was all aboard. But then the flick was slapped with a PG-13 rating from the MPAA and most if not all of my enthusiasm for the film was gone.
I have nothing against a PG-13 horror movie (DRAG ME TO HELL taught me that lesson) but PG-13 slashers are just not my cup of tea. I have yet to see one that works. If not any other subgenre of horror, slashers need some blood and gore.
Anyhow, it looks like HAPPY DEATH DAY didn't need my $13 to be a hit as Deadline is reporting the film has just crossed $100 million worldwide. Now I know what you're thinking, "Slow news day, huh?", but this is interesting news in that it basically means Blumhouse will HAVE to make a sequel, right?
I don't know, but don't be surprised if before the end of the year is out we get an announcement about HAPPY DEATH DAY 2.
What did you think of the PG-13 slasher? Are you going to watch it once it hits VOD? Make sure to hit us up and let us know in the comments below or on social media!
HAPPY DEATH DAY synopsis:
A college student who relives the day of her murder with both its unexceptional details and terrifying end until she discovers her killer’s identity.
HAPPY DEATH DAY was directed by Christopher Landon from a screenplay he wrote with Scott Lobdell. The film stars Jessica Rothe, Israel Broussard, Ruby Modine, Charles Aitken, and Rachel Matthews.
HAPPY DEATH DAY hits Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand January 16, 2018.
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