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Friday the 13th Part III
1982 95 min United States of America R 16+
★4.9
Horror, Thriller
Director: Steve Miner
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Description
An idyllic summer turns into a nightmare of unspeakable terror for yet another group of naïve friends. Ignoring Camp Crystal Lake's bloody legacy, one by one they fall victim to the maniacal Jason, who stalks them at every turn...
Budget:
$2.3M
US Gross:
$36.69M
Worldwide:
$36.7M
Starring
Dana Kimmell
Actor
Tracie Savage
Actor
Richard Brooker
Actor
Awards
2 nominations total
Key opinion
Friday the 13th Part III is best remembered as the installment that introduced Jason Voorhees' iconic hockey mask, forever cementing the character's visual legacy. While audiences appreciate the increase in graphic kills and the solid performance by Dana Kimmell, critical consensus points to a repetitive, formulaic plot that struggles to innovate.
| Originality | The introduction of the hockey mask provides Jason with a definitive and iconic visual identity. | |
| Acting | Dana Kimmell delivers a standout, memorable performance as the final girl Chris. | |
| Screenplay | The film recycles the series formula and lacks narrative innovation, leading to a feeling of sequel fatigue. | |
| Emotion | Practical gore effects are effective and visceral, though the kills themselves are viewed by some as predictable. | |
| Direction | The 3D-intended visuals offer a unique aesthetic for viewers, yet the gimmicks often feel distracting or ineffective in standard 2D viewings. | |
| Pacing | The film's pacing suffers from a stretched runtime and repetitive structural choices compared to its predecessors. |