My Bloody Valentine
Seen it?2009 | 101 min | Horror, Thriller
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
It made about 8 times its budget, but a lukewarm 5.6 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and horror fans. If you loved Terrifier 3 or Thanksgiving, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Scary and gory.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 41 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Ten years after a Valentine's Day tragedy claimed the lives of five miners, Harry Warden returns for a vengeful massacre among teen sweethearts gearing up for another party.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
61% on Rotten Tomatoes, 51 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
5.6 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$120 million worldwide on a $15 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 159K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
More like this
Halloween II Weeknight WatchAnother serial killer horror thriller, though it's more of a weeknight watch.
The Hills Have Eyes Weeknight WatchAnother serial killer horror thriller, though it's more of a weeknight watch.
Terrifier 3
Saturday SpecialAnother serial killer horror film, and a Saturday Special.
Freddy vs. Jason Weeknight WatchAnother serial killer horror film, though it's more of a weeknight watch.
Thanksgiving Saturday SpecialAnother serial killer horror film, and a Saturday Special.
Want more like this, picked just for you? Get my picks
Cast & crew
Directed by Patrick Lussier
- Jensen AcklesTom Hanniger
- Jaime KingSarah Palmer
- Kerr SmithAxel Palmer
- Betsy RueIrene
- Edi GathegiDeputy Martin
- Tom AtkinsBurke
- Kevin TigheBen Foley
- Megan BooneMegan
- Karen BaumDeputy Ferris
- Joy de la PazRosa