The Town That Dreaded Sundown (DVD)

"A unique blend of slasher horror and true crime thriller" by Jan S. - 9 September 2022

I'm not really sure if this is a sequel or remake to the original 1970's film but the plot takes place in the same small town where the original film actually exists. Fortunately it isn't necessary to watch the original in order to understand the plot of this one. It makes quite a few references to the events of that film and gives a quick summary in the opening scene. It's also an unusual film in the sense that it blends all the known traits of a slasher horror with that of a true crime thriller. The violence is more realistic than in average slashers making those moments very intense. This film might appeal to two different types of audiences. On the one hand it's a tense horror slasher with some very tense moments packed with suspense. On the other you have a compelling crime thriller with enough intrigue to certainly entertain the avid murder mystery fan. I would also recommend the 1970's original film but regardless of which one you see first, your experience of both will not be spoiled either way.