213 Bones (2025) FrightFest 2025 Movie Review

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213 Bones – FrightFest 2025 Movie Review

First Reaction – 213 Bones brings the retro style to the modern slasher.

Director: Jeffrey Primm

Writer: Dominic Arcelin, Jeffrey Primm (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Luna Fujimoto
  • Hunter Nance
  • Francesca Barker McCormick (All My Children)
  • Colin Egglesfield
  • Ernest Walker

Storyline: A series of brutal murders of college students occurs, with the perpetrator wearing a terrifying mask. The task of identifying the true killer falls upon Sheriff Bracco, Laurie, who is the county coroner, and their teacher named Kelly. They must work together to uncover the identity of this bone-chilling murderer.

Runtime: 1 Hour 25 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

213 Bones Unfolds as a Team of Anthropology Students, led by Teacher Kelly (Egglesfield), embark on their studies. However, an unforeseen murder at the compass site disrupts their usual routine and sets events in motion.

Instead, as the newest victims become part of their social circle, the students start delving into the unsolved murders. They suspect they’ve identified the culprit, but the body count continues to rise, propelling them onto a perilous journey confronting a merciless murderer.

Verdict on 213 Bones

Recap

The film centers around a team of anthropology students being pursued by a relentless serial killer. As they band together to identify their tormentor, they delve into the past of the town. However, their window for solving the mystery is narrowing rapidly as the murderer continues to claim more lives.

Best Parts

In a nostalgic nod to ’80s and ’90s slasher flicks, this movie skillfully omits contemporary technology, transporting us back in time. This timeless setting adds depth to the plot, enabling us to piece together the truth. The enigma surrounding the masked figure keeps us hooked, reminiscent of the suspense found in Scream. The actors deliver solid performances, bringing a vibrant assortment of engaging characters to life.

Worst Parts

The film finds it challenging to set its student characters apart from other slasher movies. These characters lack depth, making them less appealing for potential sequels, and they frequently overact, which dilutes their main roles.

Final Thoughts –213 Bones is a great retro styled slasher movie.

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2025-08-25 20:38