Eli Roth's 'Thanksgiving' Released to Mixed Reviews
Horror Film Struggles with Tonal Balance Between Comedy, Horror, and Social Commentary
- Eli Roth's 'Thanksgiving', a feature-length adaptation of his faux-trailer from 2007's 'Grindhouse', has been released to mixed reviews.
- The film, set in Plymouth, Massachusetts, follows a killer dressed as a pilgrim who targets those involved in a Black Friday tragedy from the previous year.
- Despite an impressive opening sequence depicting a Black Friday frenzy, critics argue the film fails to effectively satirize consumerism or provide compelling characters.
- Some critics suggest the film struggles with tonal inconsistencies, attempting to balance horror, comedy, and social commentary without fully committing to any.
- Despite these criticisms, the film is anticipated to appeal to fans of the horror genre and those familiar with Roth's previous work.