Sex & Nudity
- There is no explicit sexual content or nudity. A male and female character flirt, but there are no kisses. The only nudity is implied when a girl is seen hiding behind a door with bedsheets, revealing only her bare arms and shoulders.
Violence & Gore
- The film contains severe violence. Notable scenes include a character being beaten to death with a fire poker, multiple vampires being staked, and children being abducted and turned into vampires. There are graphic depictions of blood splatter and injuries, including a scene where a boy in a hospital chews through a bag of blood.
Profanity
- Language used in the film includes moderate profanity such as “f–k,” “s–t,” “a–hole,” and other exclamations involving “Jesus,” “Christ,” and “God.”
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
- Mild references to alcohol use are present. A character struggles with alcoholism, depicted by occasional drinking from a hip flask. Another character smokes a pipe.
Frightening & Intense Scenes
- The movie features severe frightening elements, including numerous jump scares throughout the film. The main vampire character has a terrifying appearance with sharp fangs and claw-like hands, contributing to the overall horror atmosphere.
Positive Messages
- Despite its horror themes, the film conveys some positive messages about courage and teamwork in facing evil. Characters demonstrate bravery while confronting the vampire threat.
Diverse Representations
- While most characters are White, there are efforts to introduce diversity compared to the original book. For instance, one of the heroes is an 11-year-old Black boy who displays intelligence and bravery.
The adaptation of Stephen King’s novel has received mixed reviews regarding its depth compared to the source material; however, it still retains key horror elements that define its genre.
