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Upon watching the film, it's apparent that Salem's Lot was either rushed into production or did not live up to its potential. The editing inadvertently reveals scenes that feel conspicuously missing—like it was meant to be a miniseries but was hastily repackaged into a feature-length film. There are several awkward transitions, and the pacing lacks cohesion. The slow-burning tension that defined King’s original work feels aimless here, dragging the narrative to a point where certain story arcs feel unfulfilled.