Christopher Moss/Sony Pictures via AP This image released by Sony Pictures shows Olivia Holt, left, and Mason Gooding in Screen Gems and Spyglass Media Group’s “Heart Eyes.”

This isn’t a throwback but I figured, “tis the season” in a way so why not share my thoughts on the recently released “Heart Eyes” slasher movie.

I went to see this movie, produced by Spyglass Media Group, recently with some friends — shout out to Alicia, Montana, Dana and David for a fun night out!

The movie stars Olivia Holt as Ally and Mason Gooding as Jay Simmons, marketing specialists who are tasked with trying to salvage a jewelry campaign. Well, Jay is tasked with this, Ally — who created the initial campaign — is warned by her boss Crystal (Michaela Watkins) that she’s on thin ice.

See, Ally’s campaign for Crystal’s jewelry featured a LOT of artistic showcases of death (think Romeo and Juliet or Bonnie and Clyde) which didn’t go over well. This is because for the last several years a serial killer known as Heart Eyes has been brutally murdering couples on Valentine’s Day across the country. And, lo and behold, it’s Valentine’s Day!

Ally isn’t exactly thrilled to be working with Jay — though it’s pretty clear they have some kind of connection.

This connection, though very sudden, is put to the test when the pair finds themselves at the mercy of Heart Eyes — who doesn’t much seem to care that they adamantly say they aren’t a couple and have known each other for less than 24 hours.

Overall I really enjoyed this movie. It has a great opening sequence that gives us a clear picture of just how sadistic and horrifying our killer is. All while not really giving away their intentions. Why does this masked murderer feel the need to kill couples? Are they jealous? Someone who maybe had a bad break up?

We learn the truth eventually. But not before we watch Jay and Ally struggle to survive the night.

“Heart Eyes” had a pretty decent pacing, with a lot of questions swirling about the killer’s identity, and — of course — a healthy amount of blood and guts. I mean, you can’t really make a good slasher movie without some gore.

However, I felt like the gore was well balanced out and didn’t feel like it was there just to be there. Each kill, for the most part, served a purpose in pushing the storyline forward. Even the random ones that Heart Eyes took out on his rampage to get to Ally and Jay.

Gooding and Holt’s chemistry also helped keep the movie going. They did a great job portraying the quips and sarcasm between their characters (my favorite parts of their interactions) while also digging into the softer sides of each.

I suppose trauma bonding over being hunted by a killer is certainly one way to start off a relationship (though I would hope they seek therapy after this one).

It also brought along some good comedic elements to ensure the storyline didn’t feel too heavy all the time. Which, as I’m sure you can guess, is important given this movie is about a bloodthirsty killer.

My personal favorites were Ally’s friend and coworker Monica (Gigi Zumbado) and Crystal. Both brought a fun little flair to the movie that I enjoyed. Particularly Crystal’s weird aura when it came to tell Ally she had to do better on this project… or else.

Overall, “Heart Eye” was certainly a pretty fun little film with lots of great kill scenes, some silly banter and a pretty good “whodunit” vibe. My friend Alicia actually partially guessed the killer correctly pretty early on in the movie (congrats!).

I also just really enjoyed the costume for this killer. The mask with the heart shaped eyes was really cool, and shockingly functional in a way I hadn’t expected later in the movie.

The movie is currently still in theaters, which includes the AMC Theater in Williamsport all throughout this weekend. So if you and your significant other enjoy a good slasher movie, consider adding this one onto your date night itinerary this Valentine’s Day weekend.

“Heart Eyes” is rated R.

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Laura Jameson is Managing Editor of The Express.