"Scream" is a groundbreaking horror film that rejuvenated the slasher genre in the late 1990s. Directed by Wes Craven and written by Kevin Williamson, the movie is known for its self-awareness, blending horror with clever humor, and its commentary on the clichés of the horror genre.
The film's story revolves around a young woman named Sidney Prescott, who becomes the target of a mysterious killer known as Ghostface. As the body count rises, Sidney and her friends must uncover the identity of the killer while navigating the rules of a horror movie to survive.
Release Information
- Release Date: December 20, 1996
- Duration: 111 minutes
- Rating: R (for strong graphic horror violence and gore, and for language)
- Country of Origin: United States
Cast & Crew
- Main Cast:
- Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott
- Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers
- David Arquette as Deputy Dwight "Dewey" Riley
- Jamie Kennedy as Randy Meeks
- Director: Wes Craven
- Writer: Kevin Williamson
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Production Details
- Production Company: Woods Entertainment
- Distributor: Dimension Films
- Budget: $14 million
- Box Office Collection: Over $173 million worldwide
Reception
- Critical Reception: "Scream" was lauded by critics for its fresh take on the slasher genre. Roger Ebert gave the film three out of four stars, praising its ability to simultaneously mock and pay homage to the horror genre.
- Audience Reception: Audiences embraced "Scream" for its thrilling sequences, memorable characters, and sharp dialogue. The film's success led to a surge in the popularity of horror movies in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Many fans appreciated the film's self-awareness, with characters openly discussing the "rules" of horror movies, a concept that was innovative at the time. - Awards & Nominations: "Scream" received several awards and nominations, primarily for its writing and acting. It won the Saturn Award for Best Horror Film and Best Actress for Neve Campbell. Kevin Williamson received a Saturn Award for Best Writing. The film was also nominated for Best Film at the MTV Movie Awards.