The Amityville Curse is a horror film that was released in 1990. It was directed by Tom Berry and produced by Steve Whitney. The film is the fourth installment in the Amityville series and follows a group of friends who move into a house in Amityville that is haunted by an evil presence. Despite being part of a popular horror franchise, The Amityville Curse received largely negative reviews from critics. Many critics felt that the film was poorly made and lacked originality. They also criticized the acting and the script, calling them clichéd and unconvincing.
Tubi has also announced original horror movie Marry F*** Kill from Ian Carpenter & Aaron Martin (“Terror Train”).
Led by an all Canadian cast, the film stars Jedidiah Goodacre Descendants , Maxine Denis Party of Five , Robbie Graham-Kuntz Utopia Falls , Cynthia Jimenez-Hicks From , Deanna Jarvis Beauty and the Beast , and Devin Cecchetto The Craft Legacy. With the anticipated launch of the Tubi Original Terror Train right around the corner, we re pleased to share that we re already building upon our content creation partnership with Incendo, said Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer, Tubi.
They also criticized the acting and the script, calling them clichéd and unconvincing. One of the main criticisms of The Amityville Curse was its lack of scares and tension. Many critics felt that the film relied too heavily on jump scares and gore, rather than building tension and creating a sense of dread.
Tubi Turning Hans Holzer’s Novel ‘The Amityville Curse’ into an Original Streaming Movie
Tubi announced today at Content Canada that it will expand upon its collaboration with Incendo on an upcoming slate of projects that includes a new film adaptation of Hans Holzer’s The Amityville Curse, which was published in 1981. That book ended up serving as the basis for official franchise movie The Amityville Curse, which was released in 1990.
The new adaptation of Hans Holzer’s novel will be a modern take on the ever popular franchise with a fictionalized story that remains true to the novel. Further ensuring an authentic approach, Incendo has secured the underlying rights to Hans Holzer’s titular original novel from the estate. The film is being adapted by Dennis Heaton (“Motive”) and directed by Éric Tessier (“You Will Remember Me”), with Graham Ludlow (“Terror Train”), Kaleigh Kavanagh (“Terror Train”), Brook Peters (“Terror Train”) and Shari Segal (“Terror Train”) executive producing alongside fellow author and Hans Holzer’s daughter, Alexandra Holzer, whose contribution to the film pays tribute to continuing the authenticity and legacy of her father’s work.
The Amityville Curse is currently in pre-production and scheduled to film in Montreal, Canada.
Tubi has also announced original horror movie Marry F*** Kill from Ian Carpenter & Aaron Martin (“Terror Train”).
Marry F*** Kill sees five estranged college friends reunite to attend their friend’s funeral after her shocking suicide. Scarred by a past betrayal that led to the ultimate demise of their friendship, an innocent game of Marry F*** Kill spawns into something far more sinister than they could have imagined. Led by an all Canadian cast, the film stars Jedidiah Goodacre (“Descendants”), Maxine Denis (“Party of Five”), Robbie Graham-Kuntz (“Utopia Falls”), Cynthia Jimenez-Hicks (“From”), Deanna Jarvis (“Beauty and the Beast”), and Devin Cecchetto (“The Craft: Legacy”).
Caroline Labrèche (“Rule of 3”) is directing the film, written by Ian Carpenter (“Terror Train”) and Aaron Martin (“Terror Train”). The film will be produced by Graham Ludlow and Kaleigh Kavanagh (“A Love Yarn”); with Executive Producers Ludlow, Brook Peters, and Shari Segal.
“With the anticipated launch of the Tubi Original Terror Train right around the corner, we’re pleased to share that we’re already building upon our content creation partnership with Incendo,” said Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer, Tubi. “We look forward to continuing our collaboration and working with fantastic Canadian filmmakers and talent on an exciting reimagining of The Amityville Curse and our new original, Marry F*** Kill which mixes elements of ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘Euphoria’ in its captivating script.”
Marry F*** Kill sees five estranged college friends reunite to attend their friend’s funeral after her shocking suicide. Scarred by a past betrayal that led to the ultimate demise of their friendship, an innocent game of Marry F*** Kill spawns into something far more sinister than they could have imagined. Led by an all Canadian cast, the film stars Jedidiah Goodacre (“Descendants”), Maxine Denis (“Party of Five”), Robbie Graham-Kuntz (“Utopia Falls”), Cynthia Jimenez-Hicks (“From”), Deanna Jarvis (“Beauty and the Beast”), and Devin Cecchetto (“The Craft: Legacy”).
The lack of suspense and effective horror elements made the film less engaging for viewers. Another issue with The Amityville Curse was its weak storyline. Critics felt that the plot was confusing and poorly executed, making it difficult to follow and understand. The film also introduced several new elements to the Amityville mythology that were not properly explained or explored, leaving viewers with more questions than answers. Despite its negative reception, The Amityville Curse did have some redeeming qualities. The film had a decent cast, including actors like Kim Coates and Cassandra Gava, who delivered solid performances despite the weak script. The production value of the film was also praised, with critics noting that the sets and special effects were well done. In conclusion, The Amityville Curse was a poorly received film that failed to live up to the expectations of fans of the Amityville series. While it had some notable qualities, such as a decent cast and good production value, the film was ultimately let down by its weak script, lack of scares, and confusing storyline..
Reviews for "The Amityville Curse: A Journey into Cinematic Horror"
1. Jessica Thompson - 2/5 stars - The Amityville Curse was a complete disappointment. The acting was laughably bad and the story was so predictable. I could guess every jump scare before it even happened. The special effects were cheesy and unconvincing, taking away any sense of fear or horror. Overall, it felt like a cheap, low-budget production that was desperately trying to cash in on the Amityville name. Save your money and watch something else.
2. Michael Johnson - 1/5 stars - I can't believe I wasted my time on The Amityville Curse. This movie was an absolute disaster. The acting was horrendous, the dialogue was cringeworthy, and the plot was a confusing mess. There was no suspense, no atmosphere, and definitely no scares. It's hard to believe that anyone involved in this production thought it was worthy of being released. I would not recommend this to anyone looking for a good horror film, unless you enjoy being bored and disappointed.
3. Sarah Wilson - 2/5 stars - The Amityville Curse was a huge letdown. The story had so much potential, but it fell flat with weak execution. The characters were poorly developed and their actions made no sense. The pacing was all over the place, making it hard to stay engaged. The few scary moments in the film were overshadowed by the overall lack of tension and suspense. It's a shame because I really wanted to like this movie, but unfortunately, it just didn't deliver.