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Friday the 13th
2009 97 min United States of America R 18+
★5.0
Horror, Thriller
Director: Marcus Nispel
🎭 Based on
«Friday the 13th»
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Description
A group of young adults visit a boarded up campsite named Crystal Lake where they soon encounter the mysterious Jason Voorhees and his deadly intentions.
Budget:
$19M
US Gross:
$65M
Worldwide:
$91.51M
Starring
Jared Padalecki
Actor
Amanda Righetti
Actor
Derek Mears
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2009
— Best Villain
Key opinion
The 2009 remake of Friday the 13th is a polarizing entry that succeeds as a high-adrenaline slasher for some while failing to capture the charm or substance of the original franchise for others. Critics are sharply divided on whether Jason's updated, more athletic portrayal revitalizes the series or strips away its iconic, atmospheric menace.
| Originality | The portrayal of Jason Voorhees as a faster, smarter, and more athletic killer provides a refreshing and menacing update to the iconic antagonist. | |
| Acting | The ensemble cast features a mix of talented standout performers like Aaron Yoo and Travis Van Winkle, though some viewers find the archetypal characters forgettable or underdeveloped. | |
| Production | The film utilizes a modern, high-intensity aesthetic that delivers effective suspense for fans of contemporary slashers, but it lacks the iconic atmosphere and haunting score of the original series. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are split: some appreciate the dynamic, fast-paced narrative structure, while others dismiss the dialogue as empty and the plot as a generic, predictable excuse for violence. |