Sarah Musnicky
Tomatometer-approved critic
Growing up as an autistic individual, Sarah Musnicky has relied on movies and television as an instruction manual on society and its constant changing standards. She initially explored this in her writing before making the leap into writing for entertainment news journalism in 2016. Musnicky first started writing for Legion of Leia and has worked alongside founder and editor-in-chief, Jenna Busch, since. Since getting her start at Legion of Leia, she has written and provided content for outlets like That Hashtag Show, Screen Rant, and Comingsoon.net. Sarah is currently a contributor to Legion of Leia at Vital Thrills and VitalThrills.com, and the managing editor at horror review website, Nightmarish Conjurings.
Movies reviews only
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The Boogeyman (2023) |
A stressful ride from start to finish, this PG-13 horror will have you leave your lights on long after the sun sets. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted May 25, 2023
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The Little Mermaid (2023) |
As Ariel, Halle Bailey shines brighter than the sun. She’ll silence the haters easily. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted May 22, 2023
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Evil Dead Rise (2023) |
As his sophomore feature film, [Cronin] kills it, buries it, and resurrects hope and further excitement in this much-beloved horror franchise. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted Apr 19, 2023
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Beau Is Afraid (2023) |
While incredibly overwhelming, Ari Aster’s BEAU IS AFRAID is a sweeping epic that perfectly encapsulates anxiety in all its forms. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Apr 11, 2023
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Hunger (2023) |
Visually, it is stunning. Director Sitisiri Mongkolsiri and writer/producer Kongdej Jaturanrasamee have crafted an apt culinary thriller bolstered by the performances of the talented cast. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Apr 10, 2023
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Enys Men (2022) |
ENYS MEN baffles in its embrace of the abstract. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 31, 2023
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Kill Boksoon (2023) |
Writer/director Byun Sung-hyun crafts a film that feels familiar, yet still manages to excite with its beautifully choreographed and well-shot action sequences. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted Mar 30, 2023
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In His Shadow (2023) |
In His Shadow could have used more development to move the story beyond its familiar plot. Clocking in at just under 90 minutes, there was room to expand and explore the characters in the script without sacrificing the established groundwork. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Mar 21, 2023
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Boston Strangler (2023) |
While it takes its time to find its footing, BOSTON STRANGLER still surprises with the twists and turns drawn from its true crime origins. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 16, 2023
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Brooklyn 45 (2023) |
There’s so much to chew on but not enough time for some of the introduced themes to really linger [in BROOKLYN 45]. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 15, 2023
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Unwelcome (2022) |
Unintentionally hilarious at points, UNWELCOME is a creature feature horror film that, regrettably, waits too long on the creatures. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 09, 2023
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The Park (2023) |
The latest dystopian addition has potential but struggles with the tone it wants to set. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 08, 2023
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Bunker (2022) |
There's potential in BUNKER that lends itself to horror success. Unfortunately, the slow pacing makes the natural isolation-driven tension dissipate. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Feb 24, 2023
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Call Me Chihiro (2023) |
...While it takes too long to get to the emotionally resonant third act, Call Me Chihiro has a subtle power to its delivery that will linger after the credits roll. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Feb 24, 2023
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Mad Cats (2023) |
MAD CATS gives us a glimpse inside the wild creative mind of writer/director Reiki Tsuno. Over-the-top, silly, and full of moments that will have you scratching your head, MAD CATS is a fun time. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Feb 04, 2023
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Knock at the Cabin (2023) |
KNOCK AT THE CABIN had the potential to be great, but key decisions made undercut the emotional gut-punch in this apocalyptic tale. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Feb 01, 2023
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The Offering (2022) |
While featuring a well-developed atmosphere and a strong third act, THE OFFERING suffers from a lack of identity amidst its many story threads. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jan 31, 2023
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Infinity Pool (2023) |
While INFINITY POOL will not be for everyone, as it stands, it’s horny, uncomfortable, and, in some ways, soul-crushing. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted Jan 25, 2023
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The Pale Blue Eye (2022) |
While it drags slightly, THE PALE BLUE EYE is a proper Gothic murder mystery that pays respectful homage to Edgar Allen Poe. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jan 06, 2023
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M3GAN (2022) |
M3GAN knows exactly what kind of film it is: silly, over-the-top, and doesn't take itself too seriously. An entertaining combo! - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Scare Package II: Rad Chad's Revenge (2022) |
SCARE PACKAGE II: RAD CHAD’S REVENGE matches the energy of its predecessor well with its silly, over-the-top horror-comedy shenanigans. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Dec 19, 2022
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Hellraiser (2022) |
David Bruckner finds the balance between embracing the spirit of HELLRAISER while still making a familiar story feel refreshing. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Oct 05, 2022
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Mr. Harrigan's Phone (2022) |
While the relationship between Craig and Mr. Harrigan is what holds this film together, MR. HARRIGAN'S PHONE struggles with its pacing and tone - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Oct 03, 2022
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Smile (2022) |
SMILE succeeds in delivering jump scares, but the scares aren't enough to distract from this surface-level exploration of mental illness. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Sep 29, 2022
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Goodnight Mommy (2022) |
While the attempts to re-envision GOODNIGHT MOMMY are admirable, it fails to keep the light or interest on. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Sep 15, 2022
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See How They Run (2022) |
Competently told and carrying a fun energy, See How They Run is a welcome distraction away from life. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted Sep 12, 2022
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Prey (2022) |
In its simplicity, PREY possesses a heart-pounding energy, intensity, and tension that recent installments lacked. Amber Midthunder's Naru will have you rooting for her all the way to the very end - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Aug 05, 2022
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Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022) |
Not afraid to get mean and make the audience uncomfortable even while generating laughs, BODIES BODIES BODIES is an entertaining chaotic ride. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Aug 01, 2022
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Dark Nature (2022) |
DARK NATURE is an uncomfortable watch. But it reminds us that if we want to heal from what haunts us, we must embrace the darkness. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jul 28, 2022
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She Will (2021) |
While light on revenge and scares, SHE WILL is gorgeously atmospheric, with a haunting performance from Alice Krige. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jul 14, 2022
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The Sea Beast (2022) |
While the creatures are a major draw, viewers will stay for the stunning visuals, the complex rich characters, and the world Chris Williams and the team have created in THE SEA BEAST. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jul 07, 2022
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The Princess (2022) |
The Princess channels its inner badass but fails to make much of an impression in the long term once credits roll. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted Jul 01, 2022
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Mr. Malcolm's List (2022) |
Mr. Malcolm’s List is a delightful blend of modern romantic comedy and Jane Austen-esque nostalgia. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted Jun 30, 2022
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The Good Neighbor (2021) |
Jonathan Rhys Meyers's performance in THE GOOD NEIGHBOR is the bait needed to keep viewers hooked into an otherwise predictable film. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jun 15, 2022
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Jurassic World Dominion (2022) |
JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION tries too hard, and yet is both lazy and uninspired. Even the legacy characters can't hide its lack of heart and soul. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jun 08, 2022
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Unhuman (2022) |
UNHUMAN doesn't take itself too seriously, has plenty of action, and addresses the important topic of bullying as well as identity. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jun 02, 2022
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Cordelia (2019) |
It has all the right elements to make for a decent psychological thriller, but the film's final act frustrates more than shocks. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted May 27, 2022
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Men (2022) |
Incredible body horror, strong performances, and stunning visuals abound here. The abstract nature of MEN's third act, though, will make or break the film for viewers. - VitalThrills.com
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| Posted May 09, 2022
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The Twin (2022) |
While THE TWIN juggles too many ideas that distract, strong performances and its twist still create an effective tragedy. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted May 06, 2022
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The Aviary (2022) |
THE AVIARY is a competently done film. Its not reinventing the wheel, but the execution of ideas is done decently enough to keep viewers guessing. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Apr 27, 2022
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The Northman (2022) |
THE NORTHMAN is how epics should be done. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Apr 19, 2022
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Dual (2022) |
Riley Stearns' DUAL has enough to hook a viewer in, but the purposeful disconnect and awkward execution of humor make it difficult to invest in what's happening onscreen. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Apr 18, 2022
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Night's End (2022) |
Geno Walker's performance is a real highlight here. Unfortunately, NIGHT'S END loses all focus and reason once it hits its third act. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 30, 2022
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The Lost City (2022) |
It doesn't reinvent the wheel in its subsequent genre, but THE LOST CITY's full embrace of its silly and fun vibe helps take its viewers on a ride. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 24, 2022
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Windfall (2022) |
A delightful slow burn cat and mouse game, WINDFALL breathes fresh air into the familiar. Jesse Plemons, Jason Segel, and Lily Collins are delightful. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 18, 2022
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The Cellar (2022) |
THE CELLAR treads familiar ground, with its surprises being held a little too late in the game for a strong impact. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 13, 2022
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Turning Red (2022) |
2000s teen girl nostalgia, adorable red pandas, and an overall fun vibe come together in TURNING RED. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Mar 07, 2022
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Hatching (2022) |
While the story itself doesn't always work, there is horror to be found here. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jan 27, 2022
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Fresh (2022) |
Hilarious, dark, on-the-nose about modern dating woes, and also a nightmare. - Nightmarish Conjurings
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| Posted Jan 21, 2022
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Belle (2021) |
Belle is another strong, impactful outing from Hosoda, and is sure to win the hearts of many. Visuals, lyricism, and story resonate well. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 11, 2022
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