By Chris Sawin
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In a nutshell, Whistle is about a group of high school kids terrorized by an Aztec death whistle. Originally thought to “summon the dead,” once someone is inclined to blow on this obviously very deadly, skull-shaped, probably doesn’t feel great to rub all over your lips, contraption, this whistle actually summons your death.

Directed by Corin Hardy (The Hallow) and written by Owen Egerton, Whistle dictates that your specific death is chasing you the moment you are born and is trying to catch up with you your entire life. Sometimes we die of old age, and sometimes we die young and far too soon, but blowing the whistle makes your future death find you in a matter of days. Death looks exactly like you and suffers from whatever you would have on your deathbed.

The Whistle Is Much Better Than It Should Be

Chrys (Dafne Keen) moves in with her cousin, Rel (Sky Wang), and starts at Pellington High, where she meets Grace (Ali Skovbye), her jock boyfriend, Dean (Jhaliel Swaby), and Grace’s friend, Ellie (Sophie Nelisse), whom Chrys likes. Hoping to blend in and forget her past, Chrys finds a whistle in her locker. After a shared detention, someone blows the whistle, and those who hear its piercing screech soon face death. Now, the survivors must uncover if they can escape the whistle’s deadly power.

There’s a strange art to Whistle; it shouldn’t be as good as it is. The film is a cliché high school drama, infused with the year’s bloodiest deaths so far. Chrys, being a lesbian, feels like a natural, non-stereotypical progression in the story. She’s gay and facing a world of trouble. That’s the main draw, aside from the Native American kazoo of death, massacring people for fun. The youth pastor-drug dealer-switchblade wielder isn’t essential, but horror films always find a use for such characters.

Chrys’s situation was already difficult before her introduction: she recently recovered from an overdose and her father’s death. Keen’s performance is withdrawn and hesitant, yet eager for normalcy. Chrys and Ellie are the film’s most grounded characters, likely explaining their attraction.

Yes, The Whistle Is Basically Final Destination

Whistle is not unlike any other horror film revolving around a cursed artifact; in fact, it’s incredibly similar. This is The Monkey with a different toy or Final Destination with a skull-faced instrument calling the shots. Whistle is Jumanji with fatalities and a little bit of The Frighteners just for good measure.

The film opens at a Pellington High basketball game. A player named Mason (Stephen Kalyn) is haunted by a burnt figure (I nicknamed him Crispy Carl) lurking in the bleachers. Mason noticeably freaks out during the game, but makes the game-winning shot. Not before the burnt figure, still smoking with embers glowing all over his body, lunges at him. Back in the locker room, Mason screams about it not being his time yet and takes the whistle out of his locker before smashing it on the ground. Later, thinking he’s cheated death, the burnt figure finds him in the shower and puts his burning arm down his throat. Mason’s teammates find him flailing about as his engulfed body burns to a crisp.

The Most Creative, Entertaining Horror Deaths In Years

The deaths in Whistle are super creative and among the most entertaining in a horror film in a long time. Some of them range from lung cancer to old age, but there are two deaths that are unbelievable. One involves drunk driving, and the other involves working at a sawmill, but what makes them special is that the causes are invisible.

You see the effect and know the cause, but since the death is instantaneous, it’s just this gruesome display that makes little sense to anyone not familiar with the whistle. The drunk driving death sees the victim get bent up and contorted while floating in the air, and it’s as nasty and memorable as it sounds. The saw mill death is more of a presentation as it sprays blood everywhere and leaves the victim in this crumpled, limbless ball.

Whistle‘s writing is standard and mediocre, typical of films about summoning death with percussion. However, horror fans will appreciate the creative deaths, solid acting, and an ending that leaves you wanting a sequel.

Whistle was released nationwide in theaters on February 6.

TL;DR: The LG UltraGear 27-inch QHD IPS gaming monitor has dropped to just $226.99 at Amazon. That’s over $200 off its usual $449.99 list price and the lowest price we’ve seen for this model/

LG has been continuing its surprising streak of major gaming monitor discounts, and this $200+ price cut is perfect for lovers of top-tier performance. As of Feb. 10, LG’s 27-inch UltraGear QHD IPS gaming monitor is down to $226.99, cutting its original price almost in half. At this price, you’re getting the best-ever price for this particular model (confirmed by price tracker camelcamelcamel) with specs typically reserved for far pricier displays.

First of all, the 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) IPS panel, with a standard 16:9 aspect ratio, offers a sweet spot for competitive gaming and everyday use. With the added IPS technology as well, you should ensure wide viewing angles and consistent color reproduction, alongside support for up to 95% DCI-P3 and VESA DisplayHDR 400 adds an extra layer of vibrancy to supported games and media.

As you’d expect from the UltraGear range, performance with the 27G640A-B SKU is another winner. A blistering 300Hz refresh rate paired with a 1ms (GtG) response time delivers ultra-smooth motion in fast-paced titles like Valorant or Call of Duty. NVIDIA G-Sync compatibility and AMD FreeSync Premium help keep gameplay tear-free across a wide range of PC setups.

Depending on what level of gamer you are — whether a casual or a competitive streamer on Twitch — connectivity is equally flexible, with HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and USB-C on board making it easy to slot into both modern PC and console setups. With full height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments, it’s also built for long gaming sessions.

If you’re willing to invest a little more into OLED, the 240Hz UHD/OLED version of this monitor is also on sale at Amazon — at $300 off. Meanwhile, the QHD Acer Nitro is even cheaper at $199 on Amazon.

TL;DR: The Logitech G Pro X Superlight wireless gaming mouse is down to just $89.99 at Amazon, saving you $60 on its usual $149.99 list price

Going to a well-known brand for a lightweight gaming mouse is usually best. You’re generally getting higher build quality for intense play over long periods of time — and Logitech has a new deal that offers quality in adundance. As of Feb. 10, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight has dropped to $89.99 on Amazon, marking a steep $60 discount on one of the most popular esports mice on the market.

That price represents 40% off its regular list price and pushes the Superlight into a much more accessible bracket for players who want pro-grade performance without paying full premium pricing. 

Designed in collaboration with top esports professionals, the Pro X Superlight focuses on speed, precision, and minimal weight above all else. It weighs under 63 grams, nearly 25% lighter than Logitech’s standard Pro Wireless mouse — while still promising a rock-solid build quality. As for components, it features Logitech’s Hero 25K sensor, offering ultra-precise tracking up to 25,600 DPI with no smoothing, filtering, or acceleration.

Connectivity is handled via Logitech’s Lightspeed wireless technology, which delivers a fast and reliable connection suitable for high-level competitive play. You also get five programmable buttons, large PTFE feet for a smooth glide, and long battery life that can last days of regular gaming on a single charge. With that low latency and light build, paired with your quick reflexes, you’ll have the tools in your arsenal to take on fast-paced shooters like Counter-Strike 2, Fortnite, and Call of Duty with ease. 

You can also grab the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro wireless gaming mouse for around the same price at $89. As for more from Logitech, the G305 range of gaming mice are also on sale, with at least $20 off.