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Final Destination 5
2011 91 min United States of America R 18+
★6.0
Horror, Mystery
Director: Steven Quale
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Description
Death is just as omnipresent as ever, and is unleashed after one man’s premonition saves a group of coworkers from a terrifying suspension bridge collapse. But this group of unsuspecting souls was never supposed to survive, and, in a terrifying race against time, the ill-fated group frantically tries to discover a way to escape Death’s sinister agenda.
Budget:
$40M
US Gross:
$42.59M
Worldwide:
$157.89M
Starring
Nicholas D'Agosto
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Emma Bell
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Arlen Escarpeta
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Awards
2 wins & 6 nominations total
Key opinion
Final Destination 5 is widely regarded as a significant improvement over its immediate predecessor, successfully revitalizing the franchise with a strong opening disaster sequence and high-quality 3D visuals. While the plot adheres to the series' established formula, the film is anchored by a clever finale that provides a satisfying conclusion to the saga.
| Direction | The bridge collapse opening sequence is a technical and visceral highlight that rivals the best disasters in the franchise. | |
| Ending | The surprise finale provides a clever narrative link to the first film that effectively ties the series together. | |
| Cinematography | The 3D implementation and overall visual effects are consistently cited as superior to the previous installments. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay relies heavily on the established franchise formula, leading to debates over whether the film is a refreshing return to form or a repetitive exercise in genre tropes. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the cast are split; some find the performances sympathetic and effective, while others view them as forgettable or lacking depth. | |
| Originality | The creative staging of death sequences receives praise for technical sophistication, though some critics argue the inventive quality of the kills remains inconsistent. |