"The Boy" (2016) joins the extensive list of horror films in the worn-out subcategory of haunted toys. However, the work manages to stand out minimally from other titles with the same context, presenting ideas that bring a freshness of originality.
The film has, at various times, a disorganized script, even though its plot works in general terms. The design of the Brahms doll contributes a unique identity to the film, opting for a simple aesthetic rather than deformed and macabre, as in many other titles of the genre. The direction builds the mystery and suspense in a satisfactory way, manipulating the viewer into believing in the "supernatural plot". Although cliché and generic in some aspects, the film offers a notable twist, differentiating itself from other productions with the same theme.
Building on the success of "Annabelle" (2014), "The Boy" does not disappoint and has several merits of its own. A script with more cohesion could bring the necessary weight for a better immersion in the work, but even so, the film manages to stand out for its successes and originality.
The film has, at various times, a disorganized script, even though its plot works in general terms. The design of the Brahms doll contributes a unique identity to the film, opting for a simple aesthetic rather than deformed and macabre, as in many other titles of the genre. The direction builds the mystery and suspense in a satisfactory way, manipulating the viewer into believing in the "supernatural plot". Although cliché and generic in some aspects, the film offers a notable twist, differentiating itself from other productions with the same theme.
Building on the success of "Annabelle" (2014), "The Boy" does not disappoint and has several merits of its own. A script with more cohesion could bring the necessary weight for a better immersion in the work, but even so, the film manages to stand out for its successes and originality.
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