Scream 4

I rewatched it again and I can definitely say that Scream 4 is my second favorite after the original, it’s just so good, so intense and so fun.  10 years passed since Scream 3 and many other horror films came out, new decade, new rules, therefor the meta aspect of the franchise take a new and sordid turn in this one as internet has risen and the youths are more exposed than ever. From there the self horror commentary can begin, we revisit the rules of the genre with the arrival of too many remakes of the beginning of the century and the need from the viewers for more unapologetic and gory slashers. What is it to expect from Scream 4 then ? Our beloved trio is back, a new band of teenagers are introduced to us and a new « Sydney » takes the screen, the kills are more brutal, bloodier than ever, each stabs hurts to see and nobody seems to be safe this time. The characters are lovely and their dynamics works so well, the 2010s atmosphere is so charming and refreshing for the franchise, Sydney more mature become this protector for her family and shows so much strength, Gale is funnier than ever and her own stand-alone investigation is so entertaining, of course Dewey is always Dewey and is so adorable.  The final act swings us between iconic new phone calls, kills and fights to a fantastic reveal of Jill Roberts being the new main ghostface impressively portrayed by Emma Roberts. Everything is here, inventive and simple motive, the use of cameras to film the murders, remaking the Woodsboro murders, a fake third act and great ending.  And of course « The first rule of remakes, don’t fuck with the original ! »