Stepfather

Year: 2009

Grade: B

Country: USA

Director: McCormick

Review

it’s been almost 20 years since i’ve seen the original so i can’t comment on how this one stacks up. the idea is a good one, though, because it feeds into that basic fear of someone close to you turning into a psycho. this one had a good pitch to it. the eldest son was also a highlight. having to fill the void left by his father, the conflicted feelings he had about the stepdad, etc. it’s not a masterful character, but it’s pretty good considering my expectations for this film. the titular character also did a pretty admirable job. i wouldn’t mind seeing this one also having a sequel, just as the original did.

Watched in theater