What’s going up everybody, same name new place. Say it. Say his name and he’ll be there to do what Candyman does. Candyman is back but with a different vibe as the inner working of Jordan Peele’s mind and into director Nia DaCosta’s vision. Candyman is back in a new way, and here’s your five reasons why you should get out and cop it immediately.

1. It’s Candyman: For those who loved the original, will DEFINITELY love this new vision and take on the classic 1992 horror movie. Say his name and find out what comes next.

2. Jordan Peele: Straight out of the mind of the comedian now horror genius. Jordan Peele hasn’t let us down with any of his projects, and if anyone could take a movie and make it better, Peele is your guy.

3. An Alternate Ending: I won’t spoil it, but when you see what the director also had had in mind for the end of this one, you’ll be left with that WWE chant “HOLY SH*T!” Super dope when you see what the alternative could have been.

4. Nia DaCosta: This is her second movie directing. It’s time to support not only women in these positions, but it’s time to acknowledge women of color in these positions. This movie should lead to more directorial projects for DaCosta, check it out and give her a fair shake.

5. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II- Most known for his role and Black Manta in Aquaman or Cadillac in The Get Down (great show if you missed it) This is your chance to really get to know Abdul-Mateen as a lead actor. He’s great in the role, and shows you he’s up for the challenge of any role. Watch this one and you will see what I saw, a great actor just ready to jump on the scene.

How often can you say the re-make is better than the original? Add Candyman 2021 to this list. Candyman was very well put together and has  enough to cement itself as superior to the original. If you are looking for one last ‘scare’ before Christmas, Say it. Say his name and the Candyman will appear. Let me know what you think. You can find me via social media twitter: Zero2Hero IG: Rproctor23