As a horror fanatic for 45 years who religiously consumes 2-3 horror films a week, I can confidently say Imaginary (2024) is a contender for the worst horror film of 2023/24. Buckle up, because this Blumhouse offering is a nightmare on multiple levels.
Firstly, the casting choices feel less like inspired picks and more like a checklist of forced inclusion. The actors themselves deliver performances that range from forgettable to downright wooden. It's clear they're struggling with a script that's as flimsy as a Halloween cobweb.
Speaking of the script, it's the real monster here. The premise of a creepy imaginary friend taking a dark turn had potential, but the execution is laughably bad. The film throws logic out the window with nonsensical plot points and relies on tired horror tropes that haven't scared anyone since the 80s.
Here's a tip for spotting overhyped horror films: check the IMDb ratings by date released. A flood of 7-10 ratings in the first month often indicates the production company inflating the score. Then, watch the ratings plummet as real viewers experience the film. Imaginary is a textbook case - a short-lived sugar rush of fake praise followed by the bitter aftertaste of disappointment.
If you're looking for a genuinely scary movie, avoid Imaginary like a haunted house with a "Beware of Dog" sign. This is a Blumhouse misstep that will leave you feeling cheated and, more importantly, bored.
Firstly, the casting choices feel less like inspired picks and more like a checklist of forced inclusion. The actors themselves deliver performances that range from forgettable to downright wooden. It's clear they're struggling with a script that's as flimsy as a Halloween cobweb.
Speaking of the script, it's the real monster here. The premise of a creepy imaginary friend taking a dark turn had potential, but the execution is laughably bad. The film throws logic out the window with nonsensical plot points and relies on tired horror tropes that haven't scared anyone since the 80s.
Here's a tip for spotting overhyped horror films: check the IMDb ratings by date released. A flood of 7-10 ratings in the first month often indicates the production company inflating the score. Then, watch the ratings plummet as real viewers experience the film. Imaginary is a textbook case - a short-lived sugar rush of fake praise followed by the bitter aftertaste of disappointment.
If you're looking for a genuinely scary movie, avoid Imaginary like a haunted house with a "Beware of Dog" sign. This is a Blumhouse misstep that will leave you feeling cheated and, more importantly, bored.