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Candyman | In Theaters on Friday, Aug. 27
Plot: This sequel to the 1992 horror film returns to the now-gentrified Chicago neighborhood where the legend began.
Our Take: Rarely do we feel like a remake will be able to stand proudly next to the original movie. From what we've seen and heard about director Nia DaCosta's continuation of the Candyman legend — the visualization of horror, the considered social commentary — makes us think she and co-writer Jordan Peele will do more than right by Candyman's legacy. — Arno
Plot: This sequel to the 1992 horror film returns to the now-gentrified Chicago neighborhood where the legend began.
Our Take: Rarely do we feel like a remake will be able to stand proudly next to the original movie. From what we've seen and heard about director Nia DaCosta's continuation of the Candyman legend — the visualization of horror, the considered social commentary — makes us think she and co-writer Jordan Peele will do more than right by Candyman's legacy. — Arno
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