Preview: Chain Letter (2010)

Synopsis:

Teens are slaughtered when they refuse to forward a chain letter as requested.

• Poster: C

Review:

Not only does the image itself not lend itself well to the concept of a chain letter, but the tagline "The Art of Killing" and enlarged barcode fail on similar levels. The only rewarding aspect is that the colors aren't dismal, problematic or formulaic.

• Trailer: C+; C-

Review:

It will be good for what it is: a teen slasher flick, but the concepts dry and pointless and the idea seems derivative.

Not that I don't think the concept has potential and, if you're a horror fan, there look to be some inventive killings hinted at in the trailer, but the lack of credible sound effects, poor audio balance and excessive use of the written word, audiences are more likely to be bored or convinced this is a cheaply made horror film and turn away.

Oscar Prospects:

None.

Release Date:

• August 6, 2010

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (July 4, 2010) Original

-Wesley Lovell (September 30, 2010) New Trailer