(ESP-ENG) The Conjuring 4: Last Rites - The Warrens' closure | Movie Review!
Hello friends, good vibes to all.
The universe of films involving the Warrens is immense, starting with The Conjuring films, Annabelle, The Nun, and even a parallel with a film called "La Llorona"; they're all connected. Now, to see this fourth installment, do you have to have seen this entire saga? - not really. It would be cool if they knew the basics, but it's not strictly necessary. This film came as the definitive conclusion to the Warrens' career. I understood that the case they handle here would be the one that would permanently distance them from continuing to receive cases, so I imagined it would be a truly powerful and sinister one. At least for me, it wasn't. What we do see is a much more emotional, more family-oriented film that touches Lorraine and Ed's veins.
As you well know, all the cases seen in these films were authentic, and this time we have the well-known "Smurl Family Case." It's about a Pennsylvania family who, after a device arrived at their home, began experiencing all kinds of paranormal situations that may have put the lives of those living there at risk. For a long time, the Warrens, knowing about the case, had decided not to intervene since they were retired from all work, but something specific happens that forces them to make an appearance at the Smurl house.
This time, the Warrens aren't alone. They're joined by Judy, their daughter; a person born under strange circumstances who has some bearing on what ultimately happens in the film. The thing is, the film's plot revolves around providing context and background to the Warrens' family relationships. I'd say more than half the film is about that: how Judy is with her parents, her relationship with her boyfriend, and her sensitivity to picking up and perceiving things, just like her mother. I think this is done to establish the character as a possible successor in future films. I may be making this up a bit, but throughout the film, there are hints that this could happen.
As for the fear or terror seen, it must be said that it's a bit less than in other films. For example, the second Conjuring film, in my opinion, was the best, so this one is quite a departure from that. Obviously, there are scenes where we see the typical apparitions, jump scares, tension, and mystery, but very honestly, nothing, at least for me, made me alert or even in the least bit afraid. Considering the most complicated case the Warrens went through, that wasn't detectable on screen. I think there was also a lot of anticipation surrounding it; it took more than two years to wait for this conclusion, only for it to end up being a very average paranormal horror film.
The visuals are very good, if they've maintained them. The design of the demons and apparitions are truly disturbing. Everything related to the poltergeists also plays an important role and is equally well done, some simpler than others, but they do their job. In the end, what was missing, for me, was more intensity. As for the performances, Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga were up to scratch, as always. They alone are capable of carrying the entire film on their shoulders. On the other hand, Mia Tomlinson as Judy, I think, goes a bit under the table, even though she's the protagonist of the story. We needed to see more of her.
In short, a very average film; it's not terrible, but it's not the best in this universe either. I give it a 6.5/10. It falls short in many ways, despite being well-made. It's over two hours long, so yes, it can drag at times. I'll leave the trailer below.
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No he visto esta película porque no la quiero ver sola y estoy esperando compañía. De todas las películas la que más miedo me dió es la primera, todavía la recuerdo 😅
Para mi fue la segunda la mejor. Esta es muy floja si la comparamos con esas, yo esperaba bastante más teniendo en cuenta que fueron más de 2 años esperando. La verdad es que da 0 miedo, hay un suspenso leve pero no más de ahí.
I've been meaning to watch the whole installment of The Conjuring, but I always hesitate because I mostly retain the visuals I see in horror films. Perhaps the last horror (like really terrifying horror) I've watched was The Exorcism of Emily Rose and it haunted my dreams for days.
I've seen some parts of this movie tho, but I haven't liked watched the whole thing. Hopefully, I can give this a try if ever I can finally muster the courage to try watching its first installment up until here.
I saw The Exorcism of Emily Rose in the theater, and I do remember it being a little scary. The thing is, I'm not easily frightened. But yes, that movie is very good; it's one of the best horror films.
This one isn't as scary; there aren't any shocking jump scares. I'd say it's the weakest of them all.