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Bagman movie review
Despite sharing a title that evokes a sense of intrigue, Bagman is not an adaptation of Rachel Maddow and Michael Yarvitz’s book about Spiro Agnew's crimes. Instead, it presents itself as an original screenplay by John Hulme, although it feels more like a half-baked idea from a Stephen King short story. Regrettably, it lacks the thrills or chills typically associated with King’s work, and the only way to experience any genuine fright is to doze off and conjure up a more compelling nightmare.
The film centers on Patrick McKee (Sam Claflin), a man facing financial difficulties and forced to return to his childhood home with his wife, Karina (Antonia Thomas), and their toddler son, Jake (Carnell Vincent Rhodes). Patrick takes a job at the family lumber yard, run by his brother Liam (Steven Cree), but their return is marred by strange occurrences: eerie noises at night, flickering lights, and the appearance of a creepy doll. These unsettling events lead Patrick to believe that a sinister presence is endangering his family, particularly his son.
The narrative dives deeper into folklore when Patrick recalls tales of Bagman, an ancient evil said to dwell in a nearby abandoned copper mine. This malevolent figure is known for immobilizing parents and abducting “good” children to stash them away in his bag. Initially dismissed as mere folklore, Patrick’s childhood encounter with Bagman resurfaces, prompting him to confront his fears to protect his family from the looming threat.
While it’s tempting to liken Bagman to a Stephen King knockoff, this comparison only scratches the surface. The film is primarily constructed from overused horror clichés, failing to inject any originality or energy into its narrative. Director Colm McCarthy, known for his work on Doctor Who and Peaky Blinders, seems to trudge through these tropes without any real sense of pacing or tension, leaving the film feeling stagnant and uninspired. It appears that he may have drawn his understanding of horror from a few Scooby-Doo episodes, which, ironically, often provide more satisfying resolutions than Bagman.
Although Bagman positions itself as a horror film, the most nightmarish aspect is the incessant sound of a child's recorder, which could be chilling for any parent unfortunate enough to have introduced such instruments to their offspring. Beyond this, the film is an utter disappointment, lacking any significant scares or tension. It’s surprising that it even managed to secure a theatrical release instead of being relegated to a forgotten corner of a streaming service where it could fade away unnoticed. Ultimately, Bagman is a horror film that misses the mark, leaving audiences craving a more thrilling experience.
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