TGV Ladies Weekend Slumber Party: Ghouls Night In Brought the Screams, Laughs, and Sisterhood
Girls’ night out? Cute. Girls’ night in with horror, henna, and a cinema full of shrieks? That, is one to remember. Over the long weekend, TGV Suria KLCC transformed into a slumber-party-meets-horror-haven for its latest Ladies Weekend edition: Ghouls Night In. It was the kind of night where the screams were real, the vibes were chaotic, and the memories stuck like glitter on a pillowcase.
Setting the Scene
The evening began at 6PM with registration, but honestly, it felt more like arriving at a themed party than queuing up for a movie. The cinema foyer buzzed with energy as women trickled in, phones out for selfies, already planning how to squeeze in all the booth activities before showtime.
The lineup of booths gave the night its slumber party DNA:
Garnier brought skincare glow-ups so no one had to worry about looking ghostly (unless it was intentional). Plus none of us girls will miss an opportunity to try out good skincare!
IN2IT added the glam factor with touch-ups and quick fixes, showcasing their latest make-up must haves.
A DIY Henna Station kept hands busy with pretty designs. What’s a girls night without some DIY art?
Postcard-making leaned into the wholesome side, with guests scribbling notes or doodling between laughs.
And, of course, the photobooth was the must-hit stop, because if you didn’t snap a pic at Ghouls Night In, did it even happen?
It was all about indulgence and playfulness, a chance for women to let their guard down and lean into the theme—something between a teenage sleepover and a very chic horror fan club.
Showtime: The Conjuring Last Rites
By 8PM, the booths wound down, the lights dimmed, and the room collectively braced itself for the night’s main event: The Conjuring: Last Rites. You could feel the anticipation in the air—nervous giggles, whispered bets on who would scream first, and plenty of popcorn bribes ready for the jump scares.
The Conjuring: Last Rites — Final Frights and Box Office Might
This was no ordinary screening. Last Rites came with baggage: some of the weakest reviews for a mainline Conjuring film, whispers of franchise fatigue, and the bittersweet promise that this would be the final outing for Ed and Lorraine Warren.
Yet, defying the critics, the film delivered history-making numbers. With a US$194 million global debut, it not only became the biggest opening of the series but also the biggest horror opening of all time. For context, it outpaced It (2017), which previously held the crown with US$190 million. Warner Bros. now has another juggernaut in its already blockbuster-packed year, hitting seven consecutive US$40 million-plus US openings.
But does financial success equal a scare-fest worth remembering?
Let’s call Last Rites a mixed bag. On one hand, it’s polished, well-acted, and anchored by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, who have become genre royalty over the past decade. Their chemistry and gravitas breathe life into even the most predictable dialogue. On the other, the film struggles with pacing—75 minutes of domestic drama before we finally get to the satanic showdown—and it leans heavily on well-worn tropes: creepy dolls, demonic makeup, and the obligatory creaky staircase.
Critics weren’t wrong to label it “dad-rock horror”: familiar, safe, and a little too square in a world where horror is evolving fast. But there’s a comfort in that, too. For fans who want their scares straightforward and their characters comforting, Last Rites delivered exactly what they signed up for.
And let’s be real: watching horror in a packed cinema of women, shrieking, clutching arms, and laughing at their own reactions? That’s an experience no review score can measure.
The Full Slumber Party Experience
What made Ghouls Night In stand out wasn’t just the movie—it was the full experience. TGV leaned into the theme, creating a safe, all-women’s space that felt celebratory as much as spooky. The booths turned the pre-show into an event of its own, with attendees flitting between henna doodles, postcard scribbles, and last-minute glam touch-ups. By the time the movie rolled, the vibe was already buzzing.
Then there were the seats themselves. TGV Suria KLCC’s slightly reclinable chairs don’t get enough credit—they’re the ultimate compromise between comfort and alertness. Just enough to sink into the story, but not so much that you’d risk dozing off mid-jump scare. (Though if you did, the collective screams would’ve woken you right up.)
By the end of the night, the takeaway was clear: this wasn’t just another movie screening. It was about creating space for women to connect, to indulge in a shared experience, and to remind themselves that fun doesn’t always have to mean bar-hopping or brunching. Sometimes it’s henna tattoos, popcorn, and screaming at a demon-infested mirror.
In an era where cinema is constantly fighting for relevance against streaming, TGV’s Ladies Weekend proves that movies can still be about more than just sitting in the dark for two hours. It can be about community, themed experiences, and creating memories that extend beyond the credits.
Ghouls Night In may have been built around a film that critics shrugged at, but the event itself? It was a hit. It showed that when you curate the right environment and add thoughtful details—comfort, creativity, connection—the movie becomes just one part of the larger story.
By the time the credits rolled, women walked out with adrenaline buzzing in their veins, fresh henna patterns on their hands, new selfies on their phones, and a story to tell about the time they faced The Conjuring: Last Rites together.
And really, isn’t that what a slumber party is all about?
If you missed this experience, fret not! TGV is bringing an all new experience to you sooner than you think. Get your best witch costume ready and stay tuned for more information on TGV’s Most Wicked Party coming November 2025!
