Haunted Mansion
Inspired by the classic theme park attraction, “Haunted Mansion” tells the story of Gabbie (Rosario Dawson), a single mom, who discovers that the home she and her son share is haunted by irksome ghosts. Hoping to restore domestic tranquility, Gabbie recruits a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid the house of the supernatural squatters. A nonstop blend of action, adventure and comedy featuring an all-star cast that includes LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson, Danny DeVito, Daniel Levy, Jamie Lee Curtis and Jared Leto, “Haunted Mansion” was written by Katie Dippold and directed by Justin Simien. The film’s producers are Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, with Nick Reynolds and Tom Peitzman serving as executive producers.
Far better than expected @Fletch F. Fletch
Definitely aimed more at a bit more mature and attentive audience than the more family friendly Eddie Murphy version. It a little too long as a feature film and but actually would have worked better as a multi part limited series event. That being said 12 and older viewers should still find much to enjoy. It has a very strong and heartfelt message about dealing with loss and finding love and family again. The effects are very strong and the antagonist hatbox ghost Crump makes for a memorable villain. There’s a real visual ambition to the set pieces and very high production values. What holds the movie together through its flaws and uneven pacing are the characters. It’s a quirky bunch but they have strong chemistry and they all appear to be having a good time filming their scenes. It results in a group of people we want to see persevere and stick together. It’s a shame it wasn’t a bit more focused, or expanded into a series where it could have fleshed out more backstory and explored more of the mysteries of the mansion. As it stands it features a long running time but a sometimes unfocused plot and a need of a few more thrills. It does have some legitimate laughs, a few good creepy moments and a good cast. It is far better than the extreme negative reviews posted here that are in need of a better sense of moderation.
Not Surprised @davidreview
Glad I didn’t take the entire family to see this. Would have been even more money wasted.
D&I @Pelican33
It can officially be nominated for best picture of the year at the academy awards, because of it’s diverse cast. That’s all that matters. That’s the important thing.
SOOOO BAD? @I<3mxmtoon
It’s literally so terrible. There are a couple parts that made me laugh, but it didn’t reach its full potential. The storyline COULD have been good, if carried out well. Which it wasn’t. I was kinda scratching my head the whole time. Don’t know why the reviews are so good.
WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU PEOPLE?!? @Whatday1358
Like, ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!? THIS IS WORST THEN THE EDDIE MURPHY HM MOVIE!! everyone involved in this CLEARLY Did NOT Care about the ride! They only cared about they’re stupid agenda and identity politics!!! This is nothing but another forgettable garbage propaganda film made by a once great company turned Culture War punching bag. To all the people praising this, STOP GIVING THIS MOVIE FIVE STARS!!!! YOU PEOPLE ARE THE REASON HUMANITY IS A FAILURE!! #NoMyHauntedMansion! #StayOffended! #YouAreTheProblem!