
Candyman
Dare to say his name.
Directed by Nia DaCosta
Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Monkeypaw Productions
A dark, paranoia-soaked horror film that weaves urban legend and racial trauma into a meditation on violence, legacy, and the supernatural.
A Chicago artist's sanity starts to unravel, unleashing a terrifying wave of violence when he begins to explore the macabre history of the Candyman.
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Is Candyman scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 99% of films.
Is Candyman violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.
Is Candyman easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Does Candyman end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.
Is Candyman sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
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