The Curse of Bridge Hollow (2022)

The Curse of Bridge Hollow is the kind of Halloween movie that remembers the holiday is supposed to be fun: spooky in a safe, giggly way, with a big heart beating under the jump-scares. It takes a simple, crowd-pleasing setup—a dad who can’t stand Halloween forced into reluctant hero mode alongside his teenage daughter—and turns it into a playful ride where the town’s decorations become the star attraction. The tone is bright, silly, and briskly entertaining, the kind of film that works best with a bowl of candy and a couch full of people. If you’re looking for genuine terror or razor-edged comedy, it may feel a little mild, but for family-friendly October vibes, it’s a charming choice.

The Curse of Bridge Hollow is aiming for a breezy, kid-friendly Halloween romp where a grumpy dad and his teen daughter bond while the town’s decorations go haywire. The problem is it plays like a mash-up of better family spooky-comedies, with a basic story and jokes that land more out of obligation than inspiration. The effects and decoration-creature chaos provide a few fun moments, and the cast tries hard to sell the energy, but the writing and direction feel oddly hollow for something this high-concept. If you’re hoping for clever scares or fresh comedy, skip it; if you just want harmless seasonal noise for a family movie night, it’ll do the job.