The Cinematic Schematic is tempting fate with a double feature review of the latest franchise resurrection, Final Destination Bloodlines, and the film adaptation of the hit PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 video game, Until Dawn.
It’s been fourteen years since 2011’s Final Destination 5, and if
the rave reviews and
massive box office haul for Bloodlines are any indication, horror fans have been clamoring for another dance with death’s design.
Bloodlines is most notable for
Tony Todd’s final appearance on the big screen. Though brief, his extended cameo offers a final bow few actors are lucky enough to achieve.
Until Dawn may not carry the pedigree of a legendary screen actor, but it does bring expectations from a large fanbase. The 2015 video game sold over 4 million copies on the PS4, with the 2024 PS5 re-release giving it another second bump. Adapting video games is always tricky. The worst examples are lazy cash-grab attempts like Prince of Persia: Sands of Time or House of the Dead.
Do either of these films deliver the goods to their death-seeking fan bases? Listen to our reviews for the latest verdict on death’s revenge.
Who Will Death’s Design Take First?
Hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by the deadCenter Film Festival Features Programmer Cam Chaves Rojas and The Cinematropolis contributor Christopher Shultz. What will they say to avoid death’s ultimate vengeance?
Tune in to hear about our thrilling ride through this year’s biggest horror hit.
Left to Right: Cam Chaves Rojas, Laron Chapman, Christopher Shultz, and Caleb Masters.
Until Dawn Spoiler-lite Review
Time Stamp: 11:57
In our quick review of Until Dawn, we talk about:
* Our relationships with the PlayStation 4 & 5 video game
* How the film approaches video game adaptation, for better and for worse
* Letter grade verdicts
* Alternate media recommendations
Final Destination Bloodlines Spoiler-Free Review
Time Stamp: 45:03
We shift gears to discuss last weekend’s box office smash hit, Final Destination Bloodlines. The conversation covers:
* Which films we’ve all seen
* Our overall thoughts on Bloodlines
* How the new film shakes up the formula
* Letter grade verdicts
* Alternate media recommendations
Final Destination Bloodlines Spoiler-Filled Discussion
Time Stamp: 1:30:25
To close the show, we venture into the depths of spoiler territory to medically examine:
* Our favorite death sequences from the movie
* Tony Todd’s final on-screen appearance
* Where the franchise should go next
Special Guests
Cam Chaves Rojas
