The movie has an interesting premise and connection to the original film which had me interested way back when it was originally suppose to come out.
Unfortunately not only does it not live up to the Original it only barely manages to match the 2 previous sequels (Farewell to the flesh and Day of the dead). Probably the most glaring especially for anyone that remembers the original is this one lacks the commanding and incredible presence Tony Todd brought to the role of Candyman, whenever he was on screen was amazing. It also tries to expand the mythology of Candyman but it doesn't land right either similar to how each sequel gave Candyman a new weakness and vulnerability. There is also way to many moments in the film where all these things are happening to or around the main character and you are getting tiny glimpses of there impacts but they seem separate from the main character like there are no consequences.
The Police are also a glaring issue in this as the movie wants to paint there attitude a certain way yet at the same time ignore that attitude and the effects it would have on the story when its convenient to do so
Overall not a terrible movie but very lackluster, at best it will make you want to rewatch the original again.
Unfortunately not only does it not live up to the Original it only barely manages to match the 2 previous sequels (Farewell to the flesh and Day of the dead). Probably the most glaring especially for anyone that remembers the original is this one lacks the commanding and incredible presence Tony Todd brought to the role of Candyman, whenever he was on screen was amazing. It also tries to expand the mythology of Candyman but it doesn't land right either similar to how each sequel gave Candyman a new weakness and vulnerability. There is also way to many moments in the film where all these things are happening to or around the main character and you are getting tiny glimpses of there impacts but they seem separate from the main character like there are no consequences.
The Police are also a glaring issue in this as the movie wants to paint there attitude a certain way yet at the same time ignore that attitude and the effects it would have on the story when its convenient to do so
Overall not a terrible movie but very lackluster, at best it will make you want to rewatch the original again.