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The Changeling (1980)

Directed by Peter Medak

Fire eye rating icon4.3/5EXECUTIONER "ACE"107 min

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Quick Hit

The Changeling hits like a haunted ghost story—sad, stately, and leaves a bad taste on purpose.

Full Take

The Changeling leans hard into ghost story energy, and Peter Medak keeps the tone sad without letting the movie drift. This one understands that tension beats noise, so it keeps tightening the screws until you're stuck in it. Not flawless, but the swing is worth it.

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Mar 25, 2026Last updated

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User3388Feb 26, 2026

This one actually worked for me.

User8665Dec 2, 2025

This one actually worked for me.

User6243Nov 19, 2025

There’s a lot to like here, but also a lot that holds it back from being great.

User9173Aug 28, 2025

Kinda mixed but I get the appeal.

User4029Aug 10, 2025

I actually agree with this take. It’s not perfect but it definitely delivers in key moments.

Logan ShawJul 2, 2025

I see both sides. Some parts worked, some didn’t.

User9514Jan 23, 2025

There’s a lot to like here, but also a lot that holds it back from being great.

User8166Oct 27, 2024

This one actually worked for me.

User2010Jul 27, 2024

trash 💩

User8730Jun 24, 2024

Not perfect but had some solid moments.

User6204May 21, 2024

This didn’t really land for me overall, but I can see why some people like it.

User7805Apr 19, 2024

wtf 😳

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