ACTOR APPRECIATION

Scream earned its place among classic horror films like Halloween, Friday the 13th, and Nightmare on Elm Street by cleverly deconstructing slasher tropes while paying homage to them. Neve Campbell's portrayal of Sidney Prescott redefined the traditional "final girl" trope, presenting not a helpless victim, but a fighter who directly confronts her attackers. As a resilient protagonist who challenges established horror rules like the "virgin survives" rule, Sidney evolves from vulnerable teenager to empowered survivor across the franchise. This character depth is a key reason why Scream transcends the typical slasher formula and maintains its enduring appeal.

In the 1996 supernatural horror film The Craft, Neve Campbell portrays Bonnie Harper, a shy teenager covered in burn scars from a childhood accident. Her character undergoes a dramatic transformation after joining a coven of teenage witches and casting a healing spell that removes her scars, leading to newfound beauty but also vanity. Campbell skillfully captures Bonnie's evolution from vulnerability to confidence to conceit, showcasing her acting range during the same year she began her memorable role in Scream. Her performance as part of the film's central quartet helped establish The Craft as a cult classic that continues to resonate with audiences decades later.