Jeepers Creepers: Reborn (2022) is a supernatural horror film directed by Timo Vuorensola, marking a fresh reboot of the Jeepers Creepers franchise. This installment serves to reintroduce the iconic Creeper, a terrifying creature that emerges every 23 years to feast on human flesh, while introducing new characters and a new storyline. It departs from the original trilogy but retains elements of the classic horror and mythology that made the series so notorious.
The story follows a young couple, Laine (Sydney Craven) and Chase (Imran Adams), who are traveling to the Creeper’s Festival in Louisiana. Laine is initially uninterested in the event, but things take an eerie turn when she starts experiencing strange, inexplicable visions and feelings that seem to be tied to the dark legend of the Creeper. These visions appear to suggest that she has some sort of connection to the creature that goes deeper than she first realized.
As the couple arrives at the festival, they soon discover that itβs not just an ordinary horror-themed event. The Creeper, an ancient and malevolent creature, has awakened once again to continue its horrific ritual of hunting and feasting on human victims. The atmosphere grows tense as Laine begins to suspect that her mysterious connection to the Creeper may have something to do with the bloodthirsty creatureβs return.
The Creeper, having been dormant for 23 years, begins its cycle of terror again, and the couple is forced to fight for their survival as they try to escape its deadly pursuit. Alongside other festival-goers, they must navigate the horror of the Creeperβs relentless attacks, all while Laine uncovers dark secrets about her connection to the monster. It becomes clear that the creature is targeting Laine, and the stakes heighten as she learns more about her connection to the ancient being and her role in its cycle of death and destruction.
The tension escalates as the characters try to figure out how to stop the Creeper, or at the very least, escape its deadly grip. The film climaxes with a dramatic showdown, and while it ends on a cliffhanger, it leaves the door open for future installments or an exploration of the deeper lore surrounding the Creeperβs origins.
Jeepers Creepers: Reborn received a mixed reception from both fans and critics. While some appreciated the filmβs effort to reboot the franchise and expand the mythology of the Creeper, others felt it lacked the same tension and visceral impact as the earlier films in the series. The filmβs budget and production values were also criticized, with some viewers finding it a step back in terms of quality compared to previous installments.
Jeepers Creepers: Reborn (2022) is a reboot of the beloved horror franchise, focusing on new characters, fresh lore, and an attempt to expand the mythology surrounding the Creeper. While it received a lukewarm reception from critics and audiences, it still offers the familiar horror and suspense that fans of the franchise enjoy. The film successfully introduces a new perspective on the Creeper’s cycle and hints at deeper, untold stories that could unfold in future sequels. For those who enjoy creature features and supernatural horror, Jeepers Creepers: Reborn still delivers a good amount of chills and tension.