The jokes are still cleverly stupid and it is just plain enjoyable to see these actors slip back into these roles, finding some new places to mine humor from.

There is a confidence that comes with every plot turn, like the filmmaker was sure the audience would follow him, no matter how uncomfortable things get. The result is captivating and very much a journey worth taking.

It is summer entertainment on a smaller scale and a fitting way to send us into the fall.

The story, despite a lot of subplots that feel like they should connect, doesn’t really end up going anywhere, producing a genuine “what was the point” feeling as the credits begin to roll.

As drama, it is dull and pointless, slow, predictable and completely without style. However, as melodrama, it achieves a level of camp that is fairly entertaining.

There is a lot of wacky content to fit in one movie. Somehow, absolutely none of it is interesting.

In its uncomplicated way, it encompasses the beauty of this world and the challenges of living in it. It is a truly touching story.

It is very entertaining, darkly funny and compelling, probably an all-around better movie than Barbarian, even if it doesn’t live up to its full potential, at least on first viewing.

What sets it apart a bit from its peers is the gritty direction and an incredible performance from its young star.

A captivating, occasionally funny, smart, horror movie about a couple who lean on one another for their identity.