The Blackening doesn't quite maximize its great potential. It has meta awareness, defined characters, natural exposition, interpersonal drama, setup/payoff, earned growth, quippy dialogue, and closure. The comedy works best when it's about internal conflicts or social commentary, but often goes broader. Its premise is ripe for biting satire yet that's only partially utilized. There are themes of racism, colorism, gatekeeping, and community. The acting provides timing, personality, chemistry, and range. Some might find it more stereotypical than subversive, anticlimactic, thin, and lacking horror. Still, The Blackening deserves credit for its unapologetic wisdom and attempts at originality.
Technically, The Blackening balances genres and tones, but feels uneven at times. The visuals use moody lighting, stalking movement, and depth. Its editing adds smash cuts, inserts, montages, filters, passing cuts, cross cuts, brevity, and a clunky climax. The sound offers split cuts, stings, echoes, voiceovers, action, and distortions. Its music is fittingly cultural and creepy. The production design provides a distinct location and an interesting villain costume. Its cast has excellent representation but only up-and-coming fame. The effects employ blood, graphics, prosthetics, stunts, and inconsistent CGI. Overall, The Blackening reaches for lofty goals and is mostly successful.
Writing: 7/10
Direction: 7/10
Cinematography: 7/10
Acting: 8/10
Editing: 7/10
Sound: 8/10
Score/Soundtrack: 7/10
Production Design: 7/10
Casting: 7/10
Effects: 7/10
Overall Score: 7.2/10
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