Reviews for are notably mixed, often described as a functional but generic action-horror film that struggles to live up to the high standards of the original two entries . While many appreciate it for bringing the franchise "back to basics" after the comedic shift of [REC] 3 , others find it a "damp squib" of a finale that lacks the genuine terror and innovation that made the series famous. Key Themes in Reviews Film Review: [REC] 4: APOCALYPSE - ZekeFilm