Everything that is good in this movie is what was good in the movies he directed. The subversion of horror tropes in political fodder, the use of the safety net provided by the supernatural to unveil the brutal reality faced for too long by black people. In this regard Candyman 2021 works perfectly and leads to a grand ending.
Unfortunately, as it has chosen not to be too scary and as limitedly graphic as possible for that kind of story, it feels slow and forced at times, despite good acting and nice camera work. The original candyman and horror fans may be put off by the pace and.the modesty of the gore. Fans of the movies mr Peele also directed may find the editing and camera work too tame.
However, for the casual viewer not arriving there with particular expectations, this is a fine horror movie which keeps you interested up to a worthwhile ending.
Unfortunately, as it has chosen not to be too scary and as limitedly graphic as possible for that kind of story, it feels slow and forced at times, despite good acting and nice camera work. The original candyman and horror fans may be put off by the pace and.the modesty of the gore. Fans of the movies mr Peele also directed may find the editing and camera work too tame.
However, for the casual viewer not arriving there with particular expectations, this is a fine horror movie which keeps you interested up to a worthwhile ending.