Cobweb (2023) Movie Review
There's some mysterious stuff happening in Peter's bedroom at night. At first, the weird noises sound like a trapped voice in the wall, which freaks Peter out. But as his parents get annoyed with him, he starts finding comfort in the voice. It's like a guardian angel, but Peter soon discovers she's not as pure as she seems, and her advice isn't always good.
The movie "Cobweb," directed by Samuel Bodin, tries to be scary, but it doesn't quite hit the mark. The jump scares aren't that scary, and you can see the twists coming. It's a slow-burner, more about creating a spooky atmosphere than having a solid plot – like waiting for water to boil but it never does. Something just feels off, and the ingredients don't come together to make a satisfying meal.
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The basic horror elements are there: Peter, a bullied loner with parents ruining his Halloween, a caring teacher, and the mysterious voice on the wall. Despite the supernatural vibe and spiders, the movie lacks depth.
"Cobweb" is full of distractions – things thrown into the story that don't really go anywhere. For example, there's a missing trick-or-treater mystery that gets mentioned but doesn't lead to much. Bullies bother Peter, but their storyline is brushed aside until a predictable showdown at the end. There's a strange scene where Miss Devine notices a cut on Mark's arm, but it doesn't serve much purpose.
In the end, "Cobweb" feels off-kilter, with misdirection and loose ends that leave you wondering what the point was.
"Cobweb" doesn't bring the excitement it promises. It's so uninteresting that I even gave it a second chance, hoping I missed something the first time. Unfortunately, I didn't – just ended up watching a boring movie twice. While actors Starr, Caplan, and Norman try to inject some life into it, especially Norman as the troubled Peter, their efforts fall short of saving "Cobweb" from being a snooze fest. Coleman, in a limited role, doesn't get many opportunities to shine.
Despite attempts with fancy camera shots and dark scenes reminiscent of "The Shining," as well as eerie vibes similar to "Coraline," "Cobweb" fails to captivate. Most of the time, the focus is on Peter dealing with his parents' scolding, leaving little room for excitement. The suspense level is lower than in classic "Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?" episodes. Despite its attempts at being creepy, "Cobweb" is a disappointment that's better left forgotten.