'If UniversalPics wants a blueprint as to how to reinvigorate its horror classics, look no further than the reimagining of TheInvisibleMan,' says DeadlinePete
Universal has been trying for years to successfully reboot the horror classics of the 1930s that so defined the studio then, movies likeetc. In the case of the latter, the 2017 attempt with Tom Cruise was roundly panned, and a hoped-for new incarnation ofhas so far failed to get out of development hell.
The movie wastes no time and offers no real backstory before establishing her severe angst as she plots her escape from Adrian’s high-tech glass mansion one rainy night as he sleeps. After a harrowing exit she manages to find safe harbor with a cop friend named James and his lively daughter Sydney , afraid even to venture outside.
Soon, though, weird stuff starts to happen as she sees strange movements around her, visible footprints, and eventually knock-down drag-out fights she appears to be having withShe becomes convinced the tech-savvy BF has found a way to come back to stalk and haunt her and continue his efforts to drive her mad. With his abilities she is convinced he has found a way to become invisible.
Producers are Jason Blum and Kylie Du Fresne. Universal releases it Friday. Check out my video review above that includes scenes from the film.and keep your inbox happy.
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