Should you watch Hatchet 3 (2013)?

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Hatchet 3 is the horror film of 2013 in the Hatchet series. It tells the story of Victor Crowley, his murderous rampage through Louisiana's Honey Island Swamp. Kane Hodder plays Victor Crowley and Brian Quinn is Deputy Winslow. Rileah Vanderbilt plays Misty.



Its use of special effects is the primary strength of this movie. In contrast to many contemporary horror films that heavily rely on CG effects, Hatchet 3 features mostly practical makeup effect and sets--resulting in some truly terrifying moments throughout the film.

Kane Hodder is a standout in the ensemble and is a formidable villain. The dialogue feels like a 1980s slasher movie. It's funny and hilarious. There are also some really funny moments that provide a sense of humor against the horror-inducing action.

Unfortunately, the film's budget was limited to one million dollars. This means that many locations in the movie are re-used from earlier films. One boat house is used twice, and the majority of the scenes feel like they're recycled from previous films. (blog) It can feel almost familiar to those who've seen Hatchet or Hatchet 2.

Overall, Hatchet 3 was an enjoyable show. I enjoyed the violent thrills it offered and the entertaining performances by the cast members.