Scream 7 Needs A Higher Kill Count Than Scream 6

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Key Takeaways

  • Scream 7 is bringing back Neve Campbell and Kevin Williamson, integrating Sidney’s family for a twisted story.
  • Fans want major characters to die in Scream 7 to up the stakes and make the horror sequel more scary and gory.
  • Although Scream 6 had some gory deaths, fans hope Scream 7 delivers a satisfying story with unexpected twists.

As a die-hard fan of the Scream series who has lived through every twist and turn since 1996, I must say that the latest installment, Scream 6, left me feeling a tad underwhelmed. Now don’t get me wrong, it was still a screamingly good time (pun intended), but it missed out on something crucial – the fear factor.

In terms of horror sequels, “Scream 7” stands out as it seems to return to its roots. I’m excited that Neve Campbell is returning as Sidney Prescott, and it’s even more intriguing now that we know Isabel May will portray her daughter. It’ll be fascinating to explore how Sidney’s family fits into the chilling yet humorous slasher narrative.

I find myself repeatedly enjoying the Scream movies, yet after contemplating Scream 6, there’s one issue I found with its addition to the series. Here’s hoping that Scream 7 avoids repeating this misstep.

Scream 7 Needs To Right This Wrong From Scream 6

At the conclusion of Scream 6, the primary characters appear determined to recover and leave behind their experiences with Ghostface. However, it seems inconsistent that every main character manages to escape unscathed. While fans are loath to lose their beloved characters, the survival of all leads to an illogical ending in a horror film, especially one that falls under the slasher genre. Despite my affection for Mindy (Jasmin Savoy-Brown) and Chad Meeks-Martin (Mason Gooding), it felt unrealistic for both to avoid Ghostface’s wrath. It appears that Scream 6 may have been reluctant to eliminate its likable characters.

Contrastingly, it’s truly disheartening and upsetting for me as a fan to see Randy Meeks (Jamie Kennedy) meet his end in Scream 2. His gentle demeanor and close bond with Sidney were qualities I admired deeply. However, despite writer-director Kevin Williamson expressing regret over Randy’s demise, he recognized it was a crucial plot development. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Williamson shared this insight.

In simpler terms, we needed to eliminate an old concept associated with “Scream” 1. This was carried out midway through the storyline to raise the tension. Additionally, I aimed to provoke the viewers and make them angry towards the antagonist.

The fact that Chad managed to survive despite the severe nature of his wounds was quite puzzling. It seemed as though the writers of Scream were hinting at the possibility of Mindy and Chad appearing in Scream 7, alongside the other main characters. However, since there’s no confirmation regarding the return of Gooding and Savoy Brown for the seventh movie, it would have been more plausible if Chad had passed away from his injuries. This way, if Mindy did reappear, her narrative could revolve around coping with her brother’s demise, providing a compelling reason for her to confront Ghostface once again.

In Scream 6, Gale narrowly escaped death, which I’m relieved about since she’s a significant character in the series. However, it seems fitting that at least one major figure meets their end in Scream 7. Perhaps not Gale or Sidney, but rather an as-yet-unseen character could be the one to fall. This would maintain the terror and brutality expected from the franchise, while also allowing room for both Gale and Sidney to potentially reappear in future installments.

In the latest Scream (2022), I didn’t find Dewey Riley’s (David Arquette) demise particularly appealing at first. However, upon reflection, I understand that Dewey’s death was strategically important from a storytelling perspective, emphasizing that Ghostface can strike anyone, anywhere, and no one is truly safe or secure.

Which Characters Were Killed In Scream 6?

Although the kill count in Scream 6 could have been higher, there were some gory deaths. Of course, as always happens, the three Ghostface killers died: Ethan Landry (Jack Champion), Quinn Bailey (Liana Liberato), and Detective Wayne Bailey (Dermot Mulroney). The most heartbreaking death is Anika Kayoko (Devyn Nekoda). Like Tatum Riley’s (Rose McGowan) famous death by garage door in Scream, it’s tough to watch Anika be killed since she’s an innocent and kind character.

In addition to the iconic deaths in Scream 6, some noteworthy ones include those of Greg, Jason Carvey (Tony Revolori), Dr. Christopher Stone (Henry Czerny), and Laura Crane (Samara Weaving). What makes Laura’s death particularly striking is that it occurs at the beginning of Scream 6, making it a surprising and inventive start. I found the mystery surrounding the true identity of Ghostface to be intriguing, and I hope that the opening scene of Scream 7 maintains this level of interest. By the end credits of Scream 7, I want viewers to feel fulfilled with the entire storyline, especially in terms of who Ghostface targets throughout the movie.

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2024-11-30 03:06