Scream
Overview
Scream is a 2022 slasher film directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the fifth film in the Scream franchise. The film is a "requel" — a sequel that also serves as a reboot. The film returns to Woodsboro, where a new Ghostface killer is terrorizing a new generation of teenagers. The film features the return of original characters, including Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette). The film is a smart, funny, and terrifying slasher film, with a focus on the meta-commentary that the franchise is known for. It was a critical and commercial success, earning over $140 million on a $24 million budget. The film was praised for its performances, its scares, and its clever script. The film is a must-see for fans of the franchise and for anyone who loves a good slasher film. The film explores themes of trauma, fandom, and the legacy of horror.
