Amityville 3-D

Amityville 3-D is a horror film released in 1983 and is the third installment in the Amityville Horror franchise. The movie follows John Baxter (Tony Roberts), a skeptical journalist who buys the infamous Amityville house despite warnings from his colleagues and friends. His daughter, Susan (Lori Loughlin), invites her friend, Lisa (Meg Ryan), to come stay with them. However, strange occurrences start happening almost immediately and it becomes clear that the house is haunted.

The film opens with a group of reporters investigating the history of the Amityville house. They are introduced to a psychic who warns them not to enter the house, but they ignore her warnings and proceed with their investigation. As soon as they enter the house, they start experiencing strange and creepy events. One of the reporters, Melanie (Candy Clark), is attacked by an unseen force and is rushed to the hospital.

John Baxter's character is introduced as a skeptic who is trying to debunk the rumors surrounding the Amityville house. He plans to use his scientific equipment to prove that there is no paranormal activity in the house. However, he soon realizes that there is more to the house than he initially thought. Strange things start happening to him and his family, and he is forced to believe in the supernatural.

Tess Harper plays Melanie's sister, who comes to the Amityville house to check on her after her attack. She is skeptical of the supernatural and tries to convince John and his family that the house is not haunted. Robert Joy plays Elliot, a man who is obsessed with the Amityville house and tries to prove that the evil that resides in the house is real. The characters are well-written and add depth to the overall story.

One of the unique aspects of the movie is that it was filmed in 3-D. This makes the scares more intense and adds to the overall experience of watching the movie. The 3-D effects are subtle but effective, and they make certain scenes more memorable. The movie also has a creepy and atmospheric soundtrack that adds to the tension.

The movie has its fair share of jump scares, but it also explores the psychological effects of living in a haunted house. The characters are all dealing with their own personal demons, and the house amplifies their fears and anxieties. The movie also explores the concept of evil and how it can have a physical presence in the world.

Overall, Amityville 3-D is a solid entry in the Amityville Horror franchise. The movie has some flaws, but it is an entertaining and spooky horror film that will please fans of the genre. The performances are good, the scares are effective, and the 3-D effects add a unique touch to the movie. If you are a fan of haunted house movies, then you should definitely check out Amityville 3-D.