This delicious remake of one of my favorite horror films from my youth, was actually surprising... surprising because I truly enjoyed it. There have been several remakes, as of late, and some of them should have simply stopped at the idea of the remake. What made this movie successful is that they did update the plot and gave it a modern take. The plot of the movie, however, remains the same. Charley Brewster (Anton Yelchin) suspects his new neighbor is a vampire. He becomes suspicious not of his own accord, but because his former best friend gave him the heads up shortly before he disappeared. After viewing footage that confirms his buddy's claim and that this footage has something to do with his disappearance.
Once Jerry the vampire (Colin Farrell) lures his attractive neighbor into his home and Charley hears her screams, he tries to save her, unsuccessfully. Charley tries to convince his mom (Toni Collette) and his girlfriend Amy (Imogen Poots) that they are in grave danger. Here's where the plot changes, unlike the 80's version. Mrs. Brewster becomes very well aware that she is living next to a vampire and the second change is the involvement of Peter Vincent (David Tennant), who is nicely updated as a famous magician and illusionist working on the Las Vegas strip.
Although we are quite well aware of how the movie plays out, it is still an enjoyable ride and fun to watch.
I give it a 7 out of 10.
Next up is "Quarantine 2: Terminal"
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