IT (2017): an adaptation that mixes trauma, nostalgia and pure terror

"It" is a 2017 film directed by Andrés Muschietti. In short, it's about a clown who returns to a town every 27 years to cause chaos and kidnap children. Personally, I love "It"; it's one of those movies I can watch over and over without getting bored. I don't know why, but it never gets old.

It's a remake of the 1990 version, and although they're very different, each has its own charm. But the one I've seen the most, and the one I truly enjoy, is the 2017 version. For me, it's a film that will never age. It's one of those remakes that even turned out a little better, although of course, everyone will have their own opinion.

What makes this film special, in my opinion, is that the clown is genuinely scary, and that's probably why so many people are afraid of clowns. I know many people have already said this, but what's truly frightening is how It plays on your personal fears. Everyone has fears beyond monsters or frights, because often the most terrifying thing isn't the physical, but what your own mind does with it. "It" preys on your deepest fears. Just imagine your worst fear becoming a reality. That's horrible, and for me, it's scarier than any monster.

I think that's why I like It so much: the idea is truly original, and it is scary. Some people will find the movie frightening, and others won't, but what matters to me is the concept. The theme of the Losers' Club is also very interesting. The fact that the "losers" are the ones who defeat It is incredibly significant, because they, who were seen as failures, were the only ones with the courage to face their fears.

In Bill's case, his brother's death is a driving force that pushes him to keep going, because that's precisely his fear: guilt. He believes he caused Georgie's death. That wasn't the case, but that's how he sees it, because the day It took his brother, Bill lied to him, saying he was sick and that's why he didn't go out with him. He thinks he could have protected him, and that eats away at him.

The rest of the group also has significant fears, but I think Bill's and Beverly's are the strongest. She fears her father's abuse, both physical and psychological, and even sexual. That's why her fears take his form. I think these two characters are the most worth analyzing.

The group consists of Bill, Richie, Eddie, Ben, Stanley, Beverly, and Mike. They are the ones who defeat the clown by overcoming their fear of him. This movie truly doesn't age. I really like it: the acting, the cinematography, everything is very well done.

I recommend it, and out of 10, I give it a 7.5. It's not perfect, but the story is good, and I personally love the performances.