Friday the 13th Part III

19821 hour 35 minsREnglish

HorroRated verdict

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1980sSlasherSummer CampMasked KillerFranchise Horror

Directed by: Steve Miner
Written by: Carol Watson, Martin Kitrosser
Produced by: Peter Schindler, Lisa Barsamian, Mary Carroll Kaltenbach, Jo Anne Cooper, Frank Mancuso Jr., Tony Bishop

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Why it’s HorroRated

Part III exists mainly to give Jason his hockey mask, which is honestly enough of a legacy. Originally shot in 3D so the gimmicky camera work is more funny than scary now, but it delivers what the franchise promises. The mask appearance alone makes it essential viewing for series fans.

Synopsis

A third round of counselors arrives near the lake and Jason finds his way into the lineup wearing the mask that defines him for every film that follows. Shot in 3D, the gimmicky camera work reads more as comedy now than horror, but the mask's debut alone makes it essential for franchise completionists.