Orphan: First Kill (2022) Chill With Me Horror Movie Review | SPOILER FREE | Spookyastronauts

[@carissaluttonmovietalk]

Imagine Esther and Macaulay Culkin's character from the good son teaming up, horror power couple.

[@spookyastronauts]

omg i wish!

[@geraldmartin7703]

Add the moppet from Don't Look Now (1973) and you have a trio of murderers.

[@csw3287]

add Damien Thorne as a child from The Omen and You've got the Quartet of Evil

[@drugsmcsnortington]

It's those types of ideas that are destroying horror movies....

[@higurashianduminekoconnect1702]

@@spookyastronauts I'm not going to spoil the new one for anyone who seen it I love the original but I just have to say I hated the new one but still not for the person who played Esther she's always phenomenal

[@llywelyngruffydd8474]

The original Orphan is classic, imo. It's actually a pretty clever twist on the evil kid formula, if you think about it. Pretty excited to see this.

[@spookyastronauts]

100% so fun!

[@higurashianduminekoconnect1702]

I'm a fan of the original too I'm not going to spoil anything for you but I didn't like it just let me know I don't know some people like it but I just didn't

[@higurashianduminekoconnect1702]

@@spookyastronauts they couldn't have gone for that because Esther is still ultimately human the reason that there wasn't a hand come out the water she broke her neck in the Fatal angle and if she didn't she's paralyzed so she can't really I guess hold their breath very well so now she's underwater so yeah it's pretty much over for her at that scene that's why I said they could only do a prequel back in the day

[@shanetheliver]

I watched "Orphan" for the first time 2 nights ago and was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. Tonight I watched "First Kill", and I could say the same! I think Isabelle Fuhrman's age difference actually works to the film's advantage, because now she comes off as kinda eery and unnerving, as someone like Esther really would. Sure, it's a bit cheesy, but I liked it.

[@davidnaja]

For me, it was pretty much a "paint by numbers" film UNTIL the huge reveal from Julia Stiles. That threw the movie in a whole new direction and well exceeded my expectations. Never really liked Stiles, but she knocked it out of the park in this one!

[@Chuuzus]

i absolutely loved this movie a lot! i didn’t know i needed an Orphan prequel but i did!

[@MsBluheart]

Gromit is looking so stylish! He just looks like the sweetest dog, and perfect companion for at home movie viewing.

[@spookyastronauts]

Haha he is

[@chitoduran3599]

I just love Emma her Intakes and review s on movies are so professional she should have her own horror platform o. Netflix or some where she is truly professional

[@spookyastronauts]

Omg this is so nice! I’m barely treading water here on KZbin haha, I really appreciate your support

[@mariahslittlelamb8049]

@@spookyastronauts We love your videos! You are amazing.

[@xXLuigiXxBullxX]

Funny her name is Emma when I was literally thinking she kind of looks like Emma Watson lol

[@Grizmeyer]

I loved the first Orphan and had an absolute blast with this one. Gave me the same feeling I had with Malignant. "oh, this movie is CRAZY crazy. Got it." Really smart creative decisions on how to make a compelling prequel

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah it’s a lot of fun!

[@bryankahl3514]

I love your videos but your accent puts them over the top awesome! Keep up the great content!

[@Luvandrockettes]

Isabelle Fuhrman is such a Queen!!! i hope this new movies is good

[@spookyastronauts]

i think so! its just fun, hope you like it too!

[@chantel4405]

Lovely review as always, Emma! 💗I cannot wait to check this one out. The Orphan has been one of my favorites since I saw it in theatre as a kid myself 🤣

[@spookyastronauts]

awesome, i hope you enjoy this one!

[@jmdnelson4891]

2:34 I wrote a sequel where Esther lives through the ending of Orphan (2009). I just said that when Kate kicked her and 'broke her neck,' that she actually just dislocated Esther's shoulder, (something Esther secretly knew how do to from the start.) I borrowed that idea from Lethal Weapon 2, with Riggs' straight-jacket trick. She would do that to escape her straight-jacket, but it cut the hell outta her wrists and neck, hence the scars.

[@yushgonzalez]

Totally agree, and we need more serial killers woman franchises, I think in Misery, The Loved Ones... We have good crazy female characters, but anyone has a franchise, only a movie, Esther is an icon and yes, she deserve more movies!

[@iceman.46]

This isn’t related to the film as I’m about to watch it now, but I just wanted to say thank you for providing a community to talk about horror films & whatnot. I don’t know anyone who’s into it, so it’s always great to see what everyone thinks!

[@marvelboi3416]

Actually in the first film of the Orphan Esther is really dead because when the mom kicked her in the face she broke her neck... If you rewatch the ended one more time you can hear her neck cracked. FUN FACT: Director William Brent Bell use a body double for Fuhrman as the camera pans out. Actress Kennedy Irwin who also played young Esther Albright served as the double. So everything is practical no digital facial features or anything like that. This was a long waited prequel/sequek that the writers did their homework to call back on the story from the 1st film when Esther was staying with that family and they was in a fire or something like that plus the Asylum escape... Like you said I need to rewatch the 1st movie again.

[@griffinjames4585]

I read that they didn’t use any cgi to make her appear younger, only special lighting and makeup! Knowing that made it even more impressive to me.

[@dukeon]

Hm…sounds good enough to check out. At least for the 2000s vibe / atmosphere. And I’ve got Paramount+ 😀. Thanks for a great breakdown, Emma! P.S. KZbin wants me to buy or rent the original Orphan - it’s in my recommended videos as I’m watching this. Lol.

[@spookyastronauts]

haha thats great, glad they are working with horror creators to make decent recommendations!

[@B1Kobe0824]

Just watched this the other night and your review is spot on. You even touched on some things I hadn't really noticed only having seen it the one time. I really enjoyed it!

[@Kirsty01773]

We loved the first one, and weren't disappointed with this one. Really enjoyed it, I agree it matched the 2000s vibe. Very fun and easy watch

[@haleyarmstrong8595]

I also thought "Rosemary" sounded sped up just a tad! Agree with you - great song, but weird choice for the movie and placement within it! Thanks for another awesome review - I love that I find myself nodding vehemently and saying "yep!!!" to most of what you say. You have great taste lol ;) I have come to really rely on you for my favorite form of entertainment

[@spookyastronauts]

Thank you so much Haley! Very nice of you!

[@GoreyBits]

The fact that they went practical with this movie is pretty ballsy

[@spookyastronauts]

What do you mean?

[@GoreyBits]

@@spookyastronauts I meant in regards to de-aging Isabelle Fuhrman. I appreciate the fact that they did it practical, to the best of their abilities.

[@OhJomiel]

I read on screen rant that they didn't really use much of CGI de-aging in this, they relied mostly on lighting, makeup and camera techniques.

[@RavenHouseMystery]

Thanks for the review, Emma. I will definitely check the film out, though thanks for the heads-up that the "first kill" is not really the premise. There are very few horror thrillers I've seen where the villain can be seen as sympathetic and "Orphan" did surprise me in that way, once the twist was revealed of course.

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah it had me wondering who shout we be rooting for ! Which was a fun conflict for the viewer

[@elestrabicodebellavista]

Great review Emma! I thoroughly enjoyed *Orphan* 2009, and *Orphan first kill* did not disappoint. For me, it's more raw in the fight scenes and has a decent plot twist. And I agree with your idea of a prequel to prequel, in which, finally! show us the first death.

[@spookyastronauts]

yes !!!! wheres the first one haha! Glad you also enjoyed it!

[@sarahdiane6428]

i love gromit and his pjs!!! so cute! also great review!

[@LeechWoman]

i came here because i wanted to see grom,it, not seen her vids in years but poped in my head to come see gromit lol

[@maridareaperhorror6821]

Absolutely LOVED this film… nice twist again, and would recommend having it like a double feature for sure

[@danielboissonneault5964]

I watched the first one and I thought it was pretty good. I honestly had mixed feelings about this prequel but after watching your review i will definitely check it out. Just came out and I have the night off so here we go! Great review as usual 👍

[@spookyastronauts]

Hope you like it Daniel!

[@Xxdominater]

I thought the movie was great tbh. The twist was unexpected and I loved how that dynamic back and forth between Esther and the mother was handled. Only thing I say should've been better was the fact they didn't dive deeper into Esther's backstory as they should've. The family's secret should've been explored more too. Felt a lil rush at times.

[@spookyastronauts]

Totally agree! I was a bit worried about how they opened the film, but glad they recovered ok

[@conductenor]

I just watched Orphan for the first time yesterday and First Kill today! Holy wow! I LOVE these films! The twists, while completely different, are top notch!

[@alexanderulv3886]

2000´s horror is the peak. Gonna watch this tonite :))

[@spookyastronauts]

100%

[@GSnickerz]

Some people were comparing the filter to scream 4’s filter, but I did not think it was that bad or distracting. It was a choice for sure, but I got used to it quickly. LOVED this movie.

[@mattysreviews50]

I just watched both. I really enjoyed them. Thanks for your video.

[@vampolascott36]

You got me excited to watch this one tonight Emma! I'll watch the original again too.

[@danieljulca583]

Hey Emma I love your vids so much. You are my favorite KZbinr. I loved orphan and loved ever more orphan first kill. Hope you have a great day

[@spookyastronauts]

Thanks Daniel, very nice of you!

[@robyntm]

Sooooo excited for this one!! Loved the review as per usual :)

[@omarortega207]

I agree. I also would had liked to had seen Leena (Esther) 's origin, before she entered the psychiatric ward. Here in Los Angeles, California, it's been yanked off the big screen, after it's second week after it's theatrical release. I'm surprised, as I thought this movie would had been better received. I've read good reviews from film critics, and mostly mixed reviews from the audience. I watched it in a theater with five people, myself included. Personally, I really enjoyed this movie. I'd been wanting to see that kind of twist in a horror plot for a long time, and I think it was done well. This movie reminds me of "Stepfather 2: Make Room For Daddy" in that it is a completely unnecessary sequel of any sort, but because the actor is very good playing the main lead, one can't help but feel curious as to see how it goes, and if it's as good as the first one. I read a article that the filmmakers are game to make more prequels, like what happened with the Insidious franchise, only if Isabelle Fuhrman agrees to reprise. I'd say better stop at this one as I wouldn't like to see Isabelle be type cast as Esther, though I think it is already the case. Rather I want to see her in other movies instead.

[@nicolecahoone5918]

I just watched it last night, going in and not expecting much and actually loved Julia Styles in this one!!! But u are right about that one song......i knew there was something, i do believe it is sped up just a little bit as well!!

[@jamesmiller7367]

Great review Emma! It isn’t easy to shock the audience with a prequel, but this movie pull’s it off! Very well done! Not quite as good as the original, but a great prequel overall. Esther is such an intriguing character. I agree with you, I want to know more about her back story

[@bumpersmovies]

I kinda thought my Internet was being crap with the washed out look of this movie. However, I did enjoy it for what is was. Great vid SA

[@thesoulcourtesan]

I just got back from a Matinee. I gave it 3 & a 1/2 stars on Letterboxd. I enjoyed it and it was great to see Julia Stiles again. I too want the origin story of Esther and I wouldn't mind a Prequel of this family too.

[@markaitkenguitar]

God I loved this film’s energy. This prequel needs a prequel! Although, I’m not sure Isabelle Fuhrman can pull it off again. But I’d be pleasantly surprised if she could! When was the first kill??? Really great review.

[@mtaffer]

I really loved the first movie, so I am definitely checking this out. Happy to see it getting good reviews!

[@spookyastronauts]

Hope you like it taffer

[@sabrinamoskowitz488]

I just came by to say that your 🐶 is adorable!!! Keep up the good work. 😀

[@spookyastronauts]

Thank you!

[@atenchifan]

I plan to watch Orphan First Kill on Paramount+ soon! Loved the review!

[@JohmathanBSwift]

I was surprised by how much I liked Orphan. There were some spots, but nothing that deterred from a good movie. Certainly will watch First Kill. Thank you for the review, Emma.

[@AE-ee6mg]

Honestly given its director, paramount+ release and the issue of aging, I was honestly expecting the worst. The movie was an incredible surprise!!! Saw someone say she should do another prequel in 10 more years and im here for it

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah I totally agree! I wasnt sure what to expect!

[@jasoneubank514]

I saw Orphan First Kill in theaters I through It was a really good prequel to the first film and I thought Isabelle Fuhrman did a awesome job playing Esther again.

[@lindseybellamy6374]

I hadn't heard of this film until a few years ago when there was a story on GMTV in the UK about a couple that adopted what they thought was a 6 year old girl but DNA tests put her at 22 and that she had a genetic disoreder where her bones didn't grow. The girl and her biological mother both denied it. They said her strange behavior alerted to the fact something was wrong as she started threatening the families other children.

[@poindexterjones206]

Entertaining movie. I loved the direction the story went.

[@horrorableshow]

Whatttttttt upppp, sorry just came here from insta, looking forward to this review!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@spookyastronauts]

Hey brooo! Thanks for the love 🤘🏼

[@shadows1192]

This movie was WILD. I loved the rug pull in this. Plus there was no CG in making Esther still look young. It was all framing, make up, and platforms.

[@Tobyatkinson1234]

How can we watch terrifier 2 in Australia?

[@maddygalloway4119]

Yes so excited to check this film out 😀

[@jobutupacki6158]

To me Orphan took the killer-kid kind of story in a very interesting way. I really believe that the sequel will be as interesting as you say and also according to the trailer. Which looked pretty good! So hype because I'm seeing this with my friends together when it comes out!!

[@ArtbyAprilMae]

I love love love how they worked with her age.

[@spookyastronauts]

same! they really pulled it off

[@docdave63]

Wow!! That was CRAZY! Tons of holes, but tons of fun!!

[@wanya_telborn]

Awe Grommet and his sweater 🥺❤️🥰🤗 He’s my favorite

[@spookyastronauts]

Haha thanks

[@wanya_telborn]

@@spookyastronauts he makes all your videos even better! 🥰

[@daaxter]

Glad to discover your channel!

[@spookyastronauts]

Welcome!

[@Houldey]

Just watched it, I enjoyed it a lot - I hope they find more ways to have esther fuck shit up, I bet they're regretting that final kill of the original now. I also liked the twist present in First Kill, didn't actually see it coming and it also gave the movie a nice fun angle and helped its second half remain interesting without just being re-tread of the original one.

[@mauriciovalencia3374]

I love the way they told the story... I really enjoyed this movie. She is a maniac 🎶

[@spookyastronauts]

Haha that was such a random part eh

[@jlannnn1234]

Yay! Watching now 🤗❤️

[@Chadsbrotherbrad]

Can't wait to see it ❤️

[@piedmontaker]

I really enjoy a good horror, and I really enjoy your channel. Thank you Spooky.

[@DigitalPhreak765]

I haven't gotten to see this yet loved the original 😀😀

[@RP.123]

I have no idea what you are talking about with the music. I must’ve missed it. As a fan of the original, I really enjoyed it

[@kristopherschermerhorn998]

On one hand my expectations are slightly higher following your review, I’m surprised you liked this one as much as you did! Based on the trailer my expectations were pretty low, and I’m a big fan of the first. But, your review also confirmed my concerns that they would turn this into a slasher with a bunch of gore. I loved that the first was largely a psychological film on how this girl/woman infiltrated this family and how she manipulated them all. It was far more about the psychological manipulation than the any of the “kills”. (And I think the nun was the only actual kill in the first as I recall? Aside from when the mom kills Esther at the end).

[@joshbiggs3162]

How were you able to rent it from Australia? I tried renting it on Amazon but it said that it was only avalible for rent in the US :/

[@SarahRenniexoxo]

I really didn't like the way this one turned at first but in a sense it did get you rooting for someone you shouldn't be rooting for. I'm trying to make this make sense without spoiling it 😂😂

[@spookyastronauts]

Haha for sure I didn’t know who I was rooting for! Evil vs evil!

[@stevenhoughton7145]

Great vid emma watching in liverpool England

[@spookyastronauts]

Thanks Steven!

[@Ralsar]

I was really happy it wasn't just a re-tread of the original It was actually good and compelling nonsense throughout. I was surprised and impressed.

[@wolfs_bane_]

I am from Germany and i can't wait to watch it in the movies😍😍

[@bby.kaylamarie]

Are you gunna have a video with spoilers? Really want to know what you think of the twists so many!

[@spookyastronauts]

I thought they were good! Haha a little unbelievable at time but it works for a fun film . Makes you wonder who you’re going for

[@AstralAustin]

This movie was so fun!! The tone the film took after halfway through was so unexpected. I felt like it worked so well tho

[@kerrysmith875]

Is it a twist ?

[@spookyastronauts]

Same! I wasn’t expecting that!

[@liamstatham3362]

I have Paramount in the uk but it’s not there. Is it only in some countries?

[@spookyastronauts]

Yes it’s not out here either. It will probably be out there next week in cinemas, check your local for times.

[@Fuzziefeelings]

Emma, have you watched What Josiah saw? It's dark, gothic broody and somber. Tempted?

[@matthewwatson1724]

V excited to see this!

[@spookyastronauts]

Hope you enjoy Matthew!

[@hectormontalvo5565]

Good review and cool video Emma!👉😃👈

[@spookyastronauts]

Thanks Hector

[@hectormontalvo5565]

@@spookyastronauts 👍

[@andholiday]

I just watched and it's a fun film exactly how you said it, but that twist that was so funny, what a family! Can't believe esther didn't blend in with them haha

[@danielsweet858]

Thanks! I'll have to adopt her for an hour or two 🎃 the original was just SO out there

[@MC-fm2lc]

Really enjoyed it and the twist reminded me of an episode from Law & Order SVU.

[@RJW1967]

Got to admit my expectations were low, but this was a real pleasant suprise, great "fun"

[@TheZachValentine]

About to watch in an hour! In terms of her visibly looking older, I can let it slide a little bit because I feel like maybe we as the audience, since we know her secret, we see her maturity in terms of appearance, but what if the characters in the movie see her in a different light? (Meaning how she looked in the first). So we’re in on it because we already know. Can’t wait! So excited!

[@spookyastronauts]

yeah 100% i touched on that in this video, thats what i mean! it kind of works!

[@TheZachValentine]

@@spookyastronauts just finished! That reveal had me laughing and shocked all at the same time!!

[@juliocabral6949]

Your review is on point. The saturation and the lights felt like some instagram filter lol. It does take away a lot from the plot the fact that you already know from the first movie who she really is. Then the other twist is revealed and I was thinking that Julia Stiles character did something ilogical to her intentions by acepting Isabelle Fuhrman's character into her family in the first place. I dunno, movie logic I guess.

[@evilwitch66]

I just saw it and I thought it was fun movie. It had some gory scenes. That’s why I liked it

[@LoepkeVisionFilms]

I don't think they will make a sequel to the 1st one because when the mom kicks Esther is the face it breaks her neck & then she sinks to the bottom of the pond to drown. They do have an alternate ending on the Blu Ray/ DVD where that doesn't happen. I absolutely loved the 1st one and can't wait for this one! It's playing in theaters near me!

[@spookyastronauts]

Honestly so many unbelievable things happen I wouldn’t be surprised if she survived that somehow

[@LoepkeVisionFilms]

@@spookyastronauts hahaha actually after I wrote the comment, I was thinking the same thing lol

[@vernardfields7044]

Your camera quality is crazy good! You need to be in a horror movie. Would you like to play in one?

[@spookyastronauts]

im not a good actor at all haha

[@markaitkenguitar]

Fun 00’s callback with heavy gore? Oh my god yes please. I forgot how much I liked Orphan - great idea to rewatch! Interesting to see a prequel where we know the “twist” ahead of time. Sounds like a certain prequel coming out soon that rhymes with Earl. Thanks for a great review!

[@spookyastronauts]

I wouldnt say heavy gore but some good moments! the twist it out on the table in this one.. but theres something else in store !

[@stacey9730]

Sounds great , will be checking this one out today :-)

[@kvan8046]

Ohh I want to go see this but trust your reviews (either way first one was amazing )

[@spookyastronauts]

go see it for sure!

[@chrismorpher7439]

Might see it, but then again I'm taking a hiatus from going to the movie theaters.

[@spookyastronauts]

enjoy!

[@constellationthirteen]

The premise seems very far fetched, but check out the documentary “The Imposter”. True story of a guy who posed as a missing child! There’s more too it that’s similar to the movie, but no more spoilers!

[@plantemor]

I saw the trailer and cringed most of the way through. I'm excited to hear your opinions :D

[@mello2365]

Ngl, now I’ve got this morbid curiosity to rewatch that ‘00s Omen remake... just to check if it’s as bad as I remember thinking it was when I saw it aaagggeess ago lol.

[@spookyastronauts]

haha its not great or anything

[@mello2365]

@@spookyastronauts Lol true true! It just struck me that Damien ends up an orphan at the end of The Omen. Haha I guess it’ll be an Orphan themed horror movie marathon weekend for me... Orphan, Orphan First Kill, The Omen, The Omen remake, and The Orphanage to cap it off!

[@ILoveActresses]

I bought this. Was released for purchase where I'm at. Love this and the first one.

[@spookyastronauts]

Wooo!

[@claireanne117]

I liked it. I didn't think the music really fit either, the fencing scene music was so off. I also think the feel of the movie, the aerial scenery shots and lighting definitely gave a 90's-2000's feel.

[@neilaf7251]

Gromit's outfit is everything!!

[@spookyastronauts]

Haha yeah he’s very stylish

[@Jess1Dude]

I haven't seen either film yet, my choice would be to watch the prequel first followed by the original since they would then be in order. Is there a reason to watch the original first followed by the prequel?

[@spookyastronauts]

Yes because the twist is ruined in the prequel. They talk about it in the first 10 minutes, it’s meant to be watched with the original first.

[@Nixxxdraven]

This movie was great one if my favs of the year so far🔥 and definitely in my top 25

[@rogigi12]

This movie has been out in theaters since july 27th over in Eastern Europe so its pretty weird that there are barely any reviews/reactions about it

[@spookyastronauts]

Yeah I heard that! Y’all are so lucky!

[@SaRENRampaiger]

And I enjoyed the part where she blasted the iconic FLashdance maniac song in the car while smoking cigs and wearing shades. Pure bad-ass!! Now I'll never look at that song the same way again. Considering the Flashdance maniac song was originally going to be used for a slasher 80s movie! Go figure.