Poltergeist

A suburban family's idyllic life is shattered when malevolent spirits invade their home, targeting their youngest daughter. They must band together to rescue her from the spectral realm with the help of paranormal investigators. The film explores themes of modern technology's influence on hauntings and parental desperation.

The 2015 remake of Poltergeist received generally unfavorable reviews from critics. While some acknowledged its attempt to update the classic story for a new generation and praised certain performances, many found it to be a lackluster imitation of the original. Audiences were similarly divided, with many feeling it failed to capture the magic and scares of the 1982 film.

• A visually competent remake that lacks the scares and emotional depth of the original.

• Fails to offer anything new or compelling beyond its updated special effects.

• Performances are a highlight, but they can't save the derivative plot.

Google audience: Google users had mixed reactions, with many finding the film to be a decent horror flick but a disappointing remake. Some appreciated the modern take and the performances, while others felt it was overly reliant on jump scares and lacked the chilling atmosphere of the original.

Director Gil Kenan stated that the intention behind the remake was not to replicate the original, but to create a new story that honored its spirit while exploring modern themes and fears.