Scream 4
Scream 4 is proof that a reboot with the original cast can actually work. When it first came out, it felt underrated, but time has been incredibly kind to this movie. Watching it now, it’s kind of wild how accurately it predicted influencer culture and the obsession with fame in the internet age.
Wes Craven delivers another horror masterclass here. The suspense is sharp, the pacing is tight, and the satire hits hard without losing the tension. Kevin Williamson once again nails the social commentary, skewering not just horror movies of the 2010s but the audience and media culture around them.
The OG cast shines like always, slipping back into their roles effortlessly, while the new group of teens are charismatic enough to make the franchise feel alive again. But let’s be real Emma Roberts steals the entire movie. Her Ghostface reveal is iconic. The motive? Chef’s kiss. And her full descent into chaos in the third act is both hilarious and completely unhinged in the best way possible.
Easily one of the best Ghostface killers and honestly, this battles Scream 2 for second best in the franchise.