I recently watched the FNAF movie, and I had a great time with it!
Now, does that mean it was a good movie? Ehhhh...
First of all, I should clarify that I'm not really into FNAF. I know it involves animatronics and a killer who targets children, and now those children are the animatronics who, in turn, go after other kids while pretending to be animatronics... yeah.
I should also point out that I'm not a fan of horror in general. I enjoy intense movies, but watching a film about a demonic-looking creature brutally attacking someone isn't my cup of tea. However, in the case of this movie, aside from some corpses and intense scenes, it wasn't all that scary. Maybe I'm not a fan of horror because I don't understand the appeal of wanting to be scared. Many scenes that were meant to be frightening came across as laughable. I found myself chuckling during most of the "scary" scenes, which were essentially lame jump scares you might see in a Halloween candy commercial. If you're easily frightened, your experience might be different from mine, but it seems many people share this view, so I'll consider this as a feature, not a drawback.
In general, this movie felt strange yet oddly uneventful. Despite throwing a lot at the audience and being based on FNAF, which is known for being unsettling and scary, the movie surprisingly had a lighthearted and slow pace.
Furthermore, it didn't feel like much of a FNAF movie. It seemed like a mishmash of various ideas vying for attention. A significant portion of the movie had little to do with FNAF, focusing instead on a character named Mike who tries to rediscover parts of his childhood through lucid dreaming or something similar to find out who kidnapped his brother. The movie also delved into Mike's struggle to gain custody of his little sister, Abby. If you're wondering, yes, this is supposed to be the FNAF movie, and we still haven't even touched on the animatronics.
So, if you're wondering how any of this connects to the game, well... Mike takes a job as a security guard at Freddy Fazbear's. That's about it. Did you expect something more complex?
From there, Mike discovers that this place is much weirder than he anticipated ....FNAF. You know what FNAF is. If you're still reading and don't know what FNAF is, I'm not sure why you're here reading this in the first place. But you're welcome to read my review anyway.
The biggest problem with the movie is its scattered plot. As I mentioned earlier, many plot points don't seem to come together until the climax. The movie itself moves at a very slow pace, and while the plot isn't necessarily bad, it tends to drag. While I was interested in the characters and their stories, many scenes felt dull. A lack of tension and conflict permeated much of the movie, with characters aimlessly wandering through scenes, waiting for something interesting to happen. One of the issues is that the movie doesn't fully utilize the fact that it's a FNAF movie. I know I've mentioned this multiple times in this review, but the lack of balance in how the movie incorporates FNAF elements disappointed me. In the first act, the film hardly seemed to care that Michael was working at Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria. It's frustrating to see how the third act rushes to combine all these conflicts, making you realize the untapped potential this movie had.
Due to the poor pacing, many moments don't make sense either because they are too slow to care about or too rushed to explain what's happening.
As I mentioned, I was intrigued by Mike's internal conflict and his relationship with Abby. While these aspects didn't have a strong organic connection with Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria, I appreciated how the movie slowly integrated multiple ideas. However, it didn't go far enough. The climax felt rushed, resolving all the setup from the rest of the movie in less than 15 minutes. It was enjoyable, but I couldn't help but recognize that the climax could have been more complex and explored in greater depth.
Despite my criticisms of the script, I have to admit that much of what I described was actually quite fun. There were scenes that were boring, but there were also genuinely interesting moments. The characters were well-developed; Mike had enough personality to make me root for him, Abby was endearing, Vanessa was likable, and the animatronics themselves were fascinating. I'd like to discuss the main villain, but I want to avoid spoilers, and he's barely in the film, just as I mentioned earlier, the climax was rushed. The acting, while not exceptional, was competent, and the charisma of the actors added to the movie's enjoyment. The animatronics themselves were well-executed with the use of practical effects, and Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria as a location struck a perfect balance between being a child-friendly pizzeria and a sinister, mysterious, and eerie place. From the colorful main stage to the grimy security room and the dark hallways, the setting felt complete. The film's soundtrack, featuring appropriate licensed songs and a memorable original score, added to the overall experience.
The editing and cinematography were impressive, with colors fitting the high-stakes yet over-the-top story. There were some great shots, especially at Freddy's. Overall, kudos to the direction department.
In the end, it's a mixed bag, offering both lackluster writing and entertaining direction. I'd give FNAF a 6/10; it's worth watching, if only to see a lady cut in half.
Now, does that mean it was a good movie? Ehhhh...
First of all, I should clarify that I'm not really into FNAF. I know it involves animatronics and a killer who targets children, and now those children are the animatronics who, in turn, go after other kids while pretending to be animatronics... yeah.
I should also point out that I'm not a fan of horror in general. I enjoy intense movies, but watching a film about a demonic-looking creature brutally attacking someone isn't my cup of tea. However, in the case of this movie, aside from some corpses and intense scenes, it wasn't all that scary. Maybe I'm not a fan of horror because I don't understand the appeal of wanting to be scared. Many scenes that were meant to be frightening came across as laughable. I found myself chuckling during most of the "scary" scenes, which were essentially lame jump scares you might see in a Halloween candy commercial. If you're easily frightened, your experience might be different from mine, but it seems many people share this view, so I'll consider this as a feature, not a drawback.
In general, this movie felt strange yet oddly uneventful. Despite throwing a lot at the audience and being based on FNAF, which is known for being unsettling and scary, the movie surprisingly had a lighthearted and slow pace.
Furthermore, it didn't feel like much of a FNAF movie. It seemed like a mishmash of various ideas vying for attention. A significant portion of the movie had little to do with FNAF, focusing instead on a character named Mike who tries to rediscover parts of his childhood through lucid dreaming or something similar to find out who kidnapped his brother. The movie also delved into Mike's struggle to gain custody of his little sister, Abby. If you're wondering, yes, this is supposed to be the FNAF movie, and we still haven't even touched on the animatronics.
So, if you're wondering how any of this connects to the game, well... Mike takes a job as a security guard at Freddy Fazbear's. That's about it. Did you expect something more complex?
From there, Mike discovers that this place is much weirder than he anticipated ....FNAF. You know what FNAF is. If you're still reading and don't know what FNAF is, I'm not sure why you're here reading this in the first place. But you're welcome to read my review anyway.
The biggest problem with the movie is its scattered plot. As I mentioned earlier, many plot points don't seem to come together until the climax. The movie itself moves at a very slow pace, and while the plot isn't necessarily bad, it tends to drag. While I was interested in the characters and their stories, many scenes felt dull. A lack of tension and conflict permeated much of the movie, with characters aimlessly wandering through scenes, waiting for something interesting to happen. One of the issues is that the movie doesn't fully utilize the fact that it's a FNAF movie. I know I've mentioned this multiple times in this review, but the lack of balance in how the movie incorporates FNAF elements disappointed me. In the first act, the film hardly seemed to care that Michael was working at Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria. It's frustrating to see how the third act rushes to combine all these conflicts, making you realize the untapped potential this movie had.
Due to the poor pacing, many moments don't make sense either because they are too slow to care about or too rushed to explain what's happening.
As I mentioned, I was intrigued by Mike's internal conflict and his relationship with Abby. While these aspects didn't have a strong organic connection with Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria, I appreciated how the movie slowly integrated multiple ideas. However, it didn't go far enough. The climax felt rushed, resolving all the setup from the rest of the movie in less than 15 minutes. It was enjoyable, but I couldn't help but recognize that the climax could have been more complex and explored in greater depth.
Despite my criticisms of the script, I have to admit that much of what I described was actually quite fun. There were scenes that were boring, but there were also genuinely interesting moments. The characters were well-developed; Mike had enough personality to make me root for him, Abby was endearing, Vanessa was likable, and the animatronics themselves were fascinating. I'd like to discuss the main villain, but I want to avoid spoilers, and he's barely in the film, just as I mentioned earlier, the climax was rushed. The acting, while not exceptional, was competent, and the charisma of the actors added to the movie's enjoyment. The animatronics themselves were well-executed with the use of practical effects, and Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria as a location struck a perfect balance between being a child-friendly pizzeria and a sinister, mysterious, and eerie place. From the colorful main stage to the grimy security room and the dark hallways, the setting felt complete. The film's soundtrack, featuring appropriate licensed songs and a memorable original score, added to the overall experience.
The editing and cinematography were impressive, with colors fitting the high-stakes yet over-the-top story. There were some great shots, especially at Freddy's. Overall, kudos to the direction department.
In the end, it's a mixed bag, offering both lackluster writing and entertaining direction. I'd give FNAF a 6/10; it's worth watching, if only to see a lady cut in half.
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