Friday the 13th: Part 3
Director: Steve Miner
Actors: Dana Kimmell, Tracie Savage, Richard Brooker
PlotFollowing the gruesome events that have plagued Crystal Lake, a new group decides to spend their weekend at a nearby cottage, hoping for a peaceful break. Unbeknownst to them, the tranquil setting they have chosen is anything but peaceful. The group, led by Chris, who has her own troubled past with the lake, consists of her friends and some acquaintances who are looking for a good time. The tranquility of their retreat is shattered as strange and terrifying events begin to unfold around them. With the shadow of previous massacres hanging over the lake, the group is oblivious to the danger they have walked into. They are a mix of personalities and intentions, including love interests, pranksters, and individuals battling personal demons, creating a dynamic yet uneasy atmosphere as they try to enjoy their time away from the stresses of the outside world.
As the night falls, the serene scenery of the lake becomes a backdrop for a nightmarish reality. Unseen forces seem to stalk the group, with bizarre incidents escalating into terror. What starts as odd noises and unexplained occurrences soon turns into a fight for survival. The group must face their fears as they are thrust into a horrifying situation, finding themselves pitted against an unseen adversary whose presence looms over every shadow and sound. The peaceful weekend getaway quickly spirals into chaos, forcing each member to confront the very essence of fear as they struggle to make it through the night alive and unaware of the true nature of the horror that stalks them.
Writers: Martin Kitrosser, Carol Watson, Victor Miller
Release Date: 13 Aug 1982
Runtime: 95 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Friday the 13th Part III's 40th-anniversary SteelBook is a decent A/V release, notable for collectors but lacks the iconic 3-D experience.
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Part 3, fun yet flawed in 3-D, charms fans; lacks novelty but delivers as a party film.
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