I don't think it has anything to do with mindlessly following a review, but moreso a review making note of bad aspects you already feared would present. And, especially in this economy, I don't think people have the money to blow on a crappy movie than spending that money on more worthwhile investments or forms of entertainment. And I don't think the whole "hate" on these boards is generally powered by some trend where "hating newer movies is cool". If anything, it seems the opposite. Those who hate newer movies generally are not accepted as being cool, and it's MORE trendy and cool to like anything hip, LIKE the newer movies. Anyways, since when has voicing your opinion on the matter been considered a quality of being a mindless sheep? If anything, opinions show you are but one person, willing to stand up and state your mind even if others disagree with you. That's the reason why this isn't a fan site for newer movies, and is a site where ALL fans could come and state their opinions, be them disgust at the way horror is headed or joy in the way horror is headed. It's like, how people in IMDb try to say, "Oh, you people are stupid for hating this movie! Go to another board!!". It's not a fan site. Want a fan site, start your own in Yahoo! Groups. Only let diehard fans in and don't accept haters. Seriously.