Set in a small Nebraska town, this horror movie chronicles a chilling massacre of adults by their own children. The young perpetrators, led by a psychopathic 12-year-old girl, turn against the adults whose actions have jeopardized their future. As the community’s fate hangs in the balance, a bright high schooler who refuses to conform becomes the town’s last hope.
Length: 1h 32m
Genre: Horror, Supernatural, Slasher
This Title is: Grim, Suspenseful
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Trailer
Cast
- Elena Kampouris
- Kate Moyer
- Callan Mulvey
- Bruce Spence
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Content warnings for violence and thematic elements related to children’s uprising against adults.
Trivia
- Third adaptation of Stephen King’s short story.
- Eleventh installment in the Children of the Corn series.
- Shot during the COVID-19 pandemic, defying lockdown restrictions.
Our Review
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The latest addition to the Children of the Corn series has received mixed feedback from critics and viewers alike. While some praise its fresh take on the classic story and commend the lead performances, others find its execution lacking, criticizing the storyline’s coherence and the film’s failure to fully develop its themes. The general consensus suggests that while it may appeal to fans of the franchise, it struggles to stand out in a crowded horror genre.
Critic Scores
Children of the Corn has received a mixed review by the critics.
