Meaning of schlocky | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Of inferior quality, cheap.
2. Tacky, of tasteless appearance.

Examples

“But España's schlockier, more commercial fare has been unapologetically added this time around—including Day of the Beast (above), about a priest who hooks up with a heavy-metal-head in order⟳ to prevent⟳ the imminent arrival of the Antichrist.”

“Moreover, Drive⟳ Angry offers evidence that Cage hasn't recently been one-note in his performances so much as in his choice of schlocky material.”

“The psychological twists are much more effective than the schlocky and obvious jump⟳ scares, with Rodgers’ dexterous, multifaceted performance a particular highlight.”

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