👻 The Conjuring: Last Rites – Just Another Conjuring, Nothing to Shout About
I just watched The Conjuring: Last Rites, and honestly? Meh. It’s not terrible, but it’s not memorable either. It feels like the series is closing its doors quietly instead of with the thrilling bang fans were hoping for. The film moves along like a checklist, delivering what’s expected but rarely daring to go further.
🧩 Familiar Formula, No Surprises This installment leans heavily on the tried-and-tested Conjuring formula. It’s polished, sure, but it lacks the freshness that made the earlier movies exciting. The tension doesn’t build in the same way, and the scares feel like they’ve been pulled straight out of a well-worn playbook. If you’ve seen the rest of the series, you’ll know exactly where it’s going.
🎭 Strong Cast, Weak Impact The cast is solid as ever. The leads bring a warmth and intensity that keeps the movie afloat, and the supporting performances are competent. But no matter how good the acting is, the story never gives them the spark they need to create something truly memorable. It’s like watching a band of skilled musicians playing a tune you’ve heard too many times.
🧠 Emotion Over Horror There’s an effort to add depth and emotional weight, and while that’s a nice touch, it comes at the expense of the scares. Instead of the edge-of-your-seat terror the franchise is known for, you get a softer, more sentimental tone. It’s pleasant, even thoughtful at times, but this is supposed to be The Conjuring, the chills should come first.
🗣️ Final Verdict ⭐️⭐️½ / 5 It’s fine. It’s watchable. But it won’t linger in your mind. Longtime fans might appreciate the sense of closure, but anyone looking for a fresh, truly frightening experience will likely walk away wishing for more. The Conjuring: Last Rites feels less like a haunting and more like a gentle goodbye.