The Jack in the Box Rises

Sure, I have indeed watched the 2019 movie "The Jack in the Box" and the 2022 sequel "The Jack in the Box: Awakening", but weren't overly impressed with neither. So I wasn't exactly harboring the biggest of expectations to the 2024 movie "The Jack in the Box Rises". But since it was a horror movie that I hadn't already seen, of course I opted to do so as I had the chance.

The storyline in the movie was pretty straight forward, albeit a bit bland and generic actually. Writers Geoff Fowler and Lawrence Fowler didn't really improve on the previous movies, nor added much of anything new to the formula. It felt like they were playing it safe and using all previously used tropes for the sake of familiarity, and that made for a mundane viewing experience.

I was not familiar with the cast ensemble in the movie. But I will say that, despite the fact that the script was rubbish, then the acting performances were fair enough. Nothing outstanding, mind you, but fair enough.

The creature in the movie is nicely made, just as it was in the previous two movies. But it hardly mattered as the script was rubbish. Visually then the movie was okay, but I am not a fan of scenes where people get murdered, but you don't get to see it happening, and the director leaves it up to the imagination of the audience. That is just improper storytelling, especially for a horror movie.

Well, the "Jack in the Box" movies haven't exactly been stellar horror movies, but I have to say that this 2024 addition to the franchise is definitely the weakest in the franchise so far.

My rating of director Lawrence Fowler's 2024 horror movie "The Jack in the Box Rises" lands on a three out of ten stars.

The lead character Raven, needs to go back to acting school. She is absolutely terrible. The other actresses and actors are adequate. The story was farfetched even beyond the demonic entity of Jack. While the production values are higher than the average horror, the acting and dialogue really bring it down. The movie is watchable, but barely, and I have seen a lot of trash in the horror genre. The movie could have been done better with way less budget and just have better actors and writers. Even if they just replaced the Raven character with a better actress and had someone who could actually write dialogue, thr movie would be improved tenfold.

I do not how the big theaters allow to release of this kind of movie, totally a waste of time. Effects are a cr4p. The music, the effects, the procuction, dialogues everithng is really bad. The narrative of the movie makes not sense, even the translation to spanish language is terrible, out of synchronization the audio. Jesus, I never had felt frustrated wasting my time and money by watching a Terror movie like this one. The banner promises tooo much about what you are going to watch. Sincerely it was added to my black list, I don't even understand how this is a new chapter from previous movies, I do not really want to see the other ones.

"The Jack in the Box Rises" delivers a spine-chilling experience that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Set in the eerie backdrop of an exclusive girls' school, the film follows the discovery and subsequent opening of a sinister Jack-in-the-Box, unleashing a demonic force upon its unsuspecting victims.

What sets this movie apart is its unique blend of horror and suspense, coupled with a well-crafted storyline that keeps you guessing until the very end. The six brave students who find themselves facing the malevolent entity are portrayed with depth and authenticity, drawing the audience into their terrifying plight.

The director masterfully builds tension throughout the film, utilizing atmospheric cinematography and a haunting score to create an atmosphere of dread and unease. The scenes featuring the Jack-in-the-Box are particularly unsettling, as it lurks in the shadows, waiting to strike at its next victim.

Despite its supernatural elements, "The Jack in the Box Rises" also explores deeper themes of friendship, courage, and the power of overcoming one's fears. Each character is forced to confront their own inner demons as they fight for survival against the relentless onslaught of evil.

Overall, "The Jack in the Box Rises" is a must-see for horror enthusiasts looking for a fresh and thrilling take on the genre. With its captivating story, compelling characters, and heart-pounding scares, this film is sure to leave a lasting impression on audiences everywhere.

As an avid viewer of indie horror, I'm often disheartened (even angry) at the poor entries I find on Tubi, Amazon etc. Not this time. The whole 'Jack in the Box' franchise has a level of production and storytelling that is a cut above the other movies coming out of the UK recently. This one goes even harder than the last.

It does take a little too long in my opinion for the box to be found and then cranked, but when the demon does kick into gear I was gripped and along for the ride. There are some great twists and turns in the plot too that kept me guessing.

I think anyone looking for their latest clown movie fix can do far worse than Jack.