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psycho d

11-13-2010, 05:09 AM

Franklyn (2008). With a slow and confusing buildup, this flick threatens to be too clever for most patrons. But somehow getting lost in this flick is more a wonderful bliss than discombobulating tragedy. As it moves forward, there exists a sense that this confusion will soon be assuaged, a definite tribute to the confidence that the director inspires in his viewers. The story is of four lost souls that share the same canvas of a portrait comprised of four seemingly different palates. As the story unfolds, hints of intertwining fates tantalize the viewer, but the denouement is nothing short of spectacular when our heroes actualize fate's appointments. The acting was sublime, whose exclamation point was punctuated with Eva Green's exhilarating role. The direction offered a pace that kept the viewer perfectly in the dark, without losing interest, but instead in rapture with intrigue. The use of color to differentiate different worlds was amazing, bringing the notions of reality and fantasy into the same conference room for a sort of treaty mediation. The score was nothing less than the voice of this movie's soul, escorting us along its emotional byroads. For those comfortable outside of the realms of Hollywood's safety zone of commercial entertainment, Franklyn offers a clever and entertaining mug of fantasy in collusion with every man's quest for safe passage in life. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

Monet's Muse

11-13-2010, 05:21 AM

The God Memoirs
Black Ice
Subspecies
The Ghouls
Deadbeat At Dawn
Easter Bunny, Kill! Kill!
Timo Rose's Beast
Ittenbach's Garden Of Love

HardCoreKid

11-13-2010, 05:21 AM

Rewatched the Evil Dead Trilogy last night

The_Return

11-13-2010, 10:16 PM

City of the Living Dead (1980)

Not one of my favourite movies...not even one of my favourite Fulci movies...but I had the chance to see a screening of a crackly old 35mm print for its 30th anniversary - how could any self-respecting horror fan turn that down?

The movie has its flaws to be sure (and lots of 'em), but there's still that great Fulci atmosphere and some damn cool gore / set-pieces. Add the fact that it was a midnight show in a theatre full of half-drunk horror nuts heckling every single thing, and it makes for a pretty damn fun night.

roshiq

11-14-2010, 12:47 AM

The American (2010)

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A decent slow paced drama about an assassin who hides out in a small remote town in Italy with a new assignment where he only ordered to make & deliver a custom weapon for another assassin. But things turns out bit complicated later. As the central character is an assassin in the story so it may sounds like a action packed thriller, which is not in this case. This is more of a character focused story about a man who is lately 'losing his edge' in the profession where he involved.

>>: B+

The Maze (2010)

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>>: D

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11-14-2010, 09:21 AM

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If CGI could be an alternative to quality cinema, this would be called a masterpiece.

Alas, it can't...

* ½

Angra

11-14-2010, 11:26 AM

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"After.life" 4/10

Now there's a frustrating watch.

roshiq

11-15-2010, 12:09 AM

Funny Games (1997)

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>>: A-

Damned by Dawn (http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/45491/damned-by-dawn/) (2009)

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Not bad, with some decent CGI works & atmospheric blue smoky background it had actually some potential as a sort of homage to The Evil Dead(!) but as they tried to get bit serious with everything (instead of building it with some fun factors)...after the 1st half there weren't that much 'fun' left till the end.

Recommended to Angra.:)

>>: C+

Monkey Shines (1988)

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>>: A-

dolby

11-15-2010, 12:16 AM

I have seen Paranormal activity 2 movie. It's wonderful movie.

psycho d

11-15-2010, 04:21 AM

Henry Fool (1997). This is a story of a whirlwind force of character that blusters in and transmogrifies a community for both good and bad. In doing so, the essence of the neighborhood is somehow brought to engender the truth of being, and to simply live life through experience, eschewing society's rules of proper conduct. In doing so, a caricatured world is created that seems pleasantly larger than life in order to express some greater deed. The result is brilliant. The characters are quirky and disturbingly fun, largely unbelievable and yet endearing in a unique fashion. The dialog was memorably sensational, with Henry Fool leading the pack with his celebrated utterances. The direction was the culmination of Hal Hartley's greater experience rolled up into one amazing flick. AS well, the camera man was unobtrusively masterful, using the tricks of the trade with subtle wit. Both painfully direct and wickedly humorous, Henry Fool ends with the same symbolic mastery of his awe-inspiring entrance. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

siorai

11-15-2010, 07:47 AM

Snuff: A Documentary About Killing on Camera (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1237926/): Somewhat interesting. Overall it didn't seem to bring too much new to the plate though. Mainly talking heads saying why they do or do not believe snuff exists. I did find it odd that even though they showed a few clips from Guinea Pig, they never actually mentioned Charlie sheen contacting the FBI about it. I found most of it to be mediocre at best, except for Mark L. Rosen's account of being presented a snuff film for possible distribution. His obvious emotion should cast aside any naive doubters when it comes to the question of whether or not snuff actually exists.

Isolation (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0446719/): Genetic experimentation goes horribly wrong on an isolated Irish dairy farm. Quite obviously preying on the fears of genetically modified foods this made for an alright movie. Nothing special, a fairly silly looking creature, and a painfully obvious ending made for an enjoyable enough movie.

The Mothman

11-15-2010, 10:22 AM

http://www.movieposter.com/posters/archive/main/78/MPW-39490

Elvis, if you havent seen this one yet, check it out, total riot. Dude runs around with ridiculous face paint and a live snake around his neck.

Synopsis: When a drug dealer's assassin guns down his best friend and fellow policeman Lee (Robert Kim), troubled war-vet-turned-rogue-cop John Steele (Martin Kove) sets out for revenge -- only to discover the shooter is the son of an old enemy from his days in 'Nam. Now Steele breaks out the heavy artillery and takes the hurt straight to the gang leader's doorstep in this campy film cast in the mold of classic 1980s-era action-thrillers.

Freak

11-15-2010, 11:08 AM

The Horde

A pretty decent french zombie flick.I suggest you watch it.

Doctor Loomis

11-15-2010, 12:33 PM

dumb and dumber

phantomstranger

11-15-2010, 03:20 PM

"The Left Handed Gun" (1958)
-Paul Newman

Plot: IMDB William Bonney - Billy the Kid - gets a job with a cattleman known as 'The Englishman,' and is befriended by the peaceful, religious man. But when a crooked sheriff and his men murder the Englishman because he plans to supply the local Army fort with his beef, Billy decides to avenge the death by killing the four men responsible, throwing the lives of everyone around him - Tom and Charlie, two hands he worked with; Pat Garrett, who is about to be married; and the kindly Mexican couple who take him in when he's in trouble - into turmoil, and endangering the General Amnesty set up by Governor Wallace to bring peace to the New Mexico Territory.

Phantom's Review: Like most "True" stories, this film is about a spoonful of truth mixed with a barrel full of fiction. Things like the fact that Newman was 33 when he made this film or the fact that Billy was really right handed. But despite that and a few other things, this is actually a pretty good film. Newman (as usual) does a great job and the story is fun. Skip it if your into historical accuracy, but if you want to watch a good western, then enjoy

GoreHound13

11-15-2010, 08:44 PM

Just finished watching Charlton Heston's The Omega Man starring Charlton Heston and co staring Anthony Zerbe and Rosalind Cash. Classic movie, love it. like the oridginal concept for I Am Legend, but way better in my opinion. 7.9 out of 10.

JerseyTrash

11-15-2010, 10:09 PM

I saw this movie called "Live Animals" I got in a dvd pack yesterday, it's ok. It's pretty creepy but kinda slow. It's about this guy who kidnaps these 20 somethings and keeps them caged up like horses and tries to "break them".

GoreHound13

11-15-2010, 10:53 PM

Just finished watching Vincent Perez's The Crow: City of Angels co staring Mia Kirshner. defenitly incredable for a sequal. 7.4 out of 10.

GoreHound13

11-16-2010, 01:46 AM

Just Finished watching Ruben Fleischer's Zombieland (2009) Love that movie, gets better every time i watch it

The Flayed One

11-16-2010, 01:46 AM

Felidae

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Great animated murder mystery featuring cats as the main characters. Well done overall. I recommend it.

psycho d

11-16-2010, 04:35 AM

Winter's Bone (2010). This unflinching flick of a world without smiles is perfectly set in the Ozark backwoods. The tone is an uncomfortable realism of moonshine hillbillies turned methamphetamine culinarians and the rampant destruction of the already tenuous infrastructure of this deeply disaffected culture. Our lead role, sublimely played by a resolute Jennifer Lawrence, reveals a willful and sadly precocious teen in a struggle that can hardly be reconciled by city-folk. As she tiptoes her way through the minefields of her kin's shenanigans, the essence of this alien world is illuminated sans the typical Deliverance stereotypes, a sort of third world habitat meaner than a chained-up pit bull. The direction was impressive, creating a world with adroit skill, a backdrop just as unimaginably entertaining than the story itself. The score was just as impressive, revealing that this might just be the real thing, a world whose typical mental fabrications usually involve inbred cannibals whose eyes are set on feasting upon each and every lost suburbanite come their way. Instead this is a flick centering upon the dark atmosphere of an America that would rather be forgotten than appreciated or succored.
Genruk

GoreHound13

11-16-2010, 04:56 AM

Just finished watching Saw II, great movie, 8.9 out of 10.

GoreHound13

11-16-2010, 06:26 AM

Just finished watching Jeff Broadstreet's Night of the Living Dead 3D (2006 version)
see more about Night of the living dead 3D on my thread (Horror Movie Talk/Rate), (shortly).

roshiq

11-16-2010, 10:02 AM

Kingdom of the Spiders (1977)

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They should make more films about spiders (or insects) praying on humans. I just love this kinda movies. Damn, they don't make these anymore:mad:...I wish they could even make some films like Land of the Giant Mosquitoes or Invasion of the Flying Spiders!

>>: B+

Winter's Bone (2010)

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>>: B

Paranormal Activity 2 (2010)

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Well...it's an okay prequel/parallel installment of the original PA and I think that's the best they could do with it as actually I didn't expect much from it. Like I said before here I wasn't a big fan of the original but admit that PA was a fairly decent film indeed. Anyway, there are some nice scares or "creepy" sequences that came on a regular basis from the 2nd half but bit disappointment comes with the ending here (so looking forward to see the brutal alternate one that hopefully will appear in the dvd) and I guess that left everything open for another version next year.

>>: B-

The great thing is we're now having a 5 day long Eid Holiday vacation here that just started from today and as usually I'm planning to "wasting" it on watching lots of movies one after another. And right now, getting ready for a Takashi Mike Double Bill...:)

GoreHound13

11-16-2010, 10:19 AM

Just finished watching Saw, about to re watch Saw II again, could be in for a marathon.

good vs evil

11-16-2010, 10:19 AM

Jaws 1-4 it was marathon of boring epic proportions, except for the original Jaws. That film made me scared of any body of water. :eek:

Jaws in 3D sucked and The Revenge was just cruelty. At least I watched them for free on Netflix.

GoreHound13

11-16-2010, 11:52 AM

lol some movies just wernt meant to be in 3D :P
just finished saw 2 again

GoreHound13

11-16-2010, 06:35 PM

Finished all Saw movies up to 6, tonight Friday the 13th fest.

psycho d

11-17-2010, 03:58 AM

Lo (2009). What Lo lacks in financial backing it makes up with extreme originality in order to tell its story. Pitfalls are turned into opportunities, making business moguls jealous of its commerce of fiscal efficiency. The result is not perfect, but wickedly entertaining nonetheless. The script is the first step towards admiration or atrocity, with Lo hurdling over the trappings of disaster with its high school simplicity done fabulously right. The acting was surprisingly good, with the beast's humorous sentiments only to be challenged by our hero's facial contortions ala the school of Bruce Campbell. Direction is admirably industrious with its paucity of resources. Where production values are woeful, such as sound, lighting, etc, the audience is moved to forgiveness as the efforts and seriousness given to this fun little number overcome its scant budget. In short, Lo gives proof that CGI is not the future of cinema and may at times be its atrophy. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

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11-17-2010, 08:33 AM

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Hardcore Potter fans will be delighted, and critics should feel wow-ed. The latest installment of Harry Potter is (I daresay) the best of the lot yet. The final quest to defeat Voldemort takes plenty of strange and delightful turns, and David Yates makes sure we are on the edge of our seats as each unique Horcrux unfolds, along with breath-taking chases, fight sequences and fantastic moments which really compliment the pacy script.

Bet the climactic episode next summer will kick some equally serious butt. Go, watch this one in theaters while it's red hot.

* * * *

GoreHound13

11-17-2010, 10:06 AM

passed out watching Dark Harvest 3 last night lol so Fraday the 13th fest starts today lol

good vs evil

11-17-2010, 10:53 AM

Unfortunately, I fell asleep watching Jaws the Revenge. I know why did I even bother and why didn't they just stop at JAWS?!:confused:

GoreHound13

11-17-2010, 11:23 AM

Unfortunately, I fell asleep watching Jaws the Revenge. I know why did I even bother and why didn't they just stop at JAWS?!:confused:

I agree, but if you think that was a bad movie honestly check out Dark Harvest 3 lol

GoreHound13

11-17-2010, 10:25 PM

Just finished watching ALL the friday the 13th movies, 1-9, X, Freddy vs Jason, Killer cut, and His Name was Jason.... all 13

psycho d

11-18-2010, 03:43 AM

Left Bank (2008). Set in a region of Antwerp with a dark Medieval past, the mood of this flick is one of which the sun would not rather spill its radiance upon, instead hiding behind of wall of cloudy gloom, infinitely waiting for the darkness below to pass such that it can make its tardy appearance. It has been a long wait, and this flick offers no reprieve. Instead, this tale is of the seedy underbelly of ineffable undertakings, and our heroine must learn first hand of that which is best left on the other side. Eline Kuppens does just that in her commendable debut, laudably including enough skin to impress a taxidermist. This atmospheric horror from Belgium, a place not known for great horror, is the exception to its usually mediocrity, crafting stories of past times into a sweet little cringer. Maybe this country, known more for its border intrusive neighbors, is set upon changing its stale cinematic presence. Whether the exception or the vanguard, Left Bank is an unusual treat from an even more unusual source. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

roshiq

11-18-2010, 03:51 AM

Howling 1, 2 & 3

Blackout (2007)

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A pretty good psycho-thriller indeed. Decent little cast, well developed characters with regular flashbacks of their backgrounds and obviously the nice camera direction made it more than worth a watch as the story is here pretty simple but effectively gripping. Thanks to V for the rec. I also like to recommend others who haven't seen it yet.

>>: B+

psycho d

11-19-2010, 05:24 AM

The Seventh Seal (1957). This simple precept for this flick is confounded by the abstruse questions such a subject is forced to face. Fighting in God's name for a decade, our heroes return home only to find that death and despair have infested their homeland. The contradictory nature of man, wickedly intelligent and self-aware on the one hand, a stupid, superstitious and easily manipulated idiot on the other, is what makes the plight of our heroes so simple and yet so profound. In essence, we are asked to respond to God's silence in assured faith, a contradiction to common sense that has somehow has manacled our essence from time immemorial. What is more, this flick flirts with such conundrum by account of the simplicity of not seeking answers but instead a purpose. Indeed! This flick is at times a cacophony of relentless imagery punctuated by wonderful humor and witty dialog. The acting was simply aces on all accounts. Ingmar Bergman's direction hits the bulls eye here, crafting an impossible concept into a convincing and highly enjoyable flick that cannot help but move any human with breathe still gracing his lungs. How our players accept their fate, and the final image of that fate, leaves an indelible stain that only the commerce of celluloid could faithfully employ. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

roshiq

11-19-2010, 07:10 AM

My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done? (2009)

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>>: B

Calvaire aka The Ordeal (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0407621/) (2004)

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>>: B+

GoreHound13

11-19-2010, 05:51 PM

Zombieland again

newb

11-19-2010, 06:39 PM

The Girl Who Played With Fire

nice follow-up to Dragon Tatoo

GoreHound13

11-19-2010, 06:48 PM

Just watched an old short version of The Little Barbershop of Horrors lol

GoreHound13

11-19-2010, 08:04 PM

watched the first Scream

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11-19-2010, 09:13 PM

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Yeh Elvis, the soundtrack is really infectious.

* * *

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* * * ½

psycho d

11-20-2010, 04:00 AM

Habit (1995). One must demur the the hint that this is a low-budget flick; it is more like handing the camera over to a film auteur and asking him to make a flick on the fly. Utilizing NY City as a character more than a backdrop, Habit takes the droll life of loser Sam and chronicles his desperate descent into an ambiguous demise. Using the mundane aspects of his life, far from being boring, these prosaic moments almost feel intrusive, infusing the viewer with an awkward intimacy that compels us to root for his pathetic plight. Not a horror flick proper, this was more a dark drama with an aspect of horror as an interesting sideline in the story of Sam. The acting was almost always inviting and believable, except for one small part where the whole enchilada threatened to implode but miraculously recovered. The script was intelligent, the direction solid. The camera work was all over the place, but in doing so revealed the Hell that our main character was stepping into. Even the drained out color of the film hinted at the dark cloud that seemed to be enveloping our wormy hero. The ending appeared to be going down the corridors of humdrum, but smartly checked its advance towards stupidity and rallied into a memorable scene whose subtlety marked the puissance of its ambivalence. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

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11-20-2010, 07:44 PM

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A tribute to the legend of Dino.

* * * / * * ½

Also...

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A haunting, mesmerising masterpiece.

* * * *

Monet's Muse

11-20-2010, 10:38 PM

Tenderness Of The Wolves
Ravenous

roshiq

11-20-2010, 10:48 PM

neverending

11-21-2010, 12:47 AM

Out of the Blue (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0839938/) (2006)

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A very compelling portrayal of a devastating spree killing Massacre that occurred just 20 years ago in a small coastal community of Aramoana, NZ.

A big thanks to NE for the rec.

>>: A-

Very glad you checked out this film! Really a nail-biter from beginning to end. The acting from what I assume are mostly amateurs is shocking in its realism. I really loved that old lady.

roshiq

11-21-2010, 01:47 AM

Very glad you checked out this film! Really a nail-biter from beginning to end. The acting from what I assume are mostly amateurs is shocking in its realism. I really loved that old lady.

Agree. she showed an amazing character of inspiration & bravery! Glad to know that she got later awarded by the Queen for her truly remarkable efforts in those tensed moments of terror.

psycho d

11-21-2010, 04:02 AM

The Good, the Bad, the Weird (2008). Should a western movie shot in Asia be called an eastern??? No matter, this flick transcends such a pigeon-holing and should instead be appreciated on the merits of fantastic fun. Its plot was almost squeezed out of the picture, making room for the wonderful plethora of non-stop, over the top action. The acting was solid on all accounts, with "the Weird" storming past the others, literally and metaphorically stealing the show. Ji-woon's direction was on task in his so-called remake of Sergio Leone's classic, harnessing a story that lightly pays homage to the master whilst creating something that was stand alone originale. The director of photography must have been in heaven, with no lack of occasion to create frenzied madness by way of a rolling reel. As to that, kudos to the use of an actual camera with real action as opposed to the typical hard leaning on action by way of emotionless pixels. The result was heart-pounding purity. With a longish run time, this one will leave one's adrenal glands devoid of any surfeit of adrenalin, and pleasantly so. Merci beaucoup.

Genruk

SAWfreak

11-21-2010, 04:44 AM

SAW I, II and III

Angra

11-21-2010, 10:17 AM

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"The thaw" 7-8/10

Cabin Fever with a global warming message.

Liked it quite a bit.

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11-21-2010, 09:20 PM

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Love this film quite a bit. Wouldn't mind a sequel.

good vs evil

11-21-2010, 09:56 PM

I watched the 1st part of the conclusion of Harry Potter. It was slow and definitely leading up to the grand finale. I kept falling asleep at times.

roshiq

11-21-2010, 09:57 PM

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>>: B+

psycho d

11-22-2010, 04:00 AM

Babysitter Wanted (2008). This flick seemed a rip-off from another rather successful horror flick, but a look at the timeline shows that it actually came out first. Inspiration for its more successful rival? With that caveat, this low-budget affair deserves an honest mention. Starting with a stale premise and relying on some annoying sound effects, this one commences to travel down the banal road of mediocrity. Thankfully, it sneaks off to be much more than that, a welcomed change of plans for what could have resulted in some rather lethargic eyes. The acting was solid, especially owing to its otherwise low rent essence. The gore was at times laughable, but this surprisingly did not detract from the film itself. The other technicalities of the film were up to par, their inconspicuous nature more a boon than a defamation. Neither unflinchingly gratuitous nor enslaved to pander to the Hollywood set, Babysitter Wanted towed the line perfectly, with a stutter stop start ending that was ultimately a pleasant relief. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

siorai

11-22-2010, 08:38 AM

A Serbian Film: Oddly enough I really liked this film. It's not one I would watch on a frequent basis, but it was a worthwhile watch. It has a pretty interesting storyline that felt fairly fleshed out especially compared to most movies in this genre. Yes it's disturbing and insanely violent, but it felt like it's all there for a reason, not just gratuitous gore and violence like so many films that fall into this niche category. I guess I was expecting maybe something more like August Underground's Mordum from hearing various people's take on it, but I was quite surprised that it was actually a well put together film. Not for the timid at all to say the least.

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11-22-2010, 09:23 AM

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Brought back memories of a fantastic little film of the 80s I had watched awhile back called Runaway Train, with Jon Voight and Eric Roberts. Superb fast-paced action thriller, with some really neat cinematography and effects.

Recommended for a weekend evening watch to all.

* * * ½

DP McCoy

11-22-2010, 12:07 PM

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I thought this was quite tense and the small largely unknown cast did quite well.The scenes involving the shark really were excellently crafted and very convincing. 8/10

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As I thoroughly enjoyed The Reef,I thought I'd better check out the directors (Andrew Traucki) previous film Black Water.
I wouldn't say I was disappointed with this film,but it certainly was not as effective as Traucki's latest offering, main culprit was the unconvincing Croc effects which devalued a few scenes. 6/10

Elvis_Christ

11-22-2010, 12:32 PM

Brought back memories of a fantastic little film of the 80s I had watched awhile back called Runaway Train, with Jon Voight and Eric Roberts.

Well if it's anything like that killer flick I'm really keen to give it a watch.

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Watched this one last night:

http://media.dvdtown.com/images/displaymedia.php?id=13177&sizew=200&cat=3

roshiq

11-22-2010, 10:25 PM

Mimic (1997)

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>>: B+

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11-22-2010, 10:27 PM

Well if it's anything like that killer flick I'm really keen to give it a watch.

Pretty solid, actually. You might dig it quite a bit.

Watched this one last night:

http://media.dvdtown.com/images/displaymedia.php?id=13177&sizew=200&cat=3

Fantastic film.

psycho d

11-23-2010, 04:36 AM

The Thief (1997). This Russian flick painfully captures the stark realities of Soviet life as felt by the commoner. People are forced into communal housing where privacy is unknown. Likewise they are forced into the unthinkable in order to exist. The paternal prevarication that Stalin strangles his people with becomes the emblem of this story, conflicts and contradictions that must be faced and coddled in order to survive. The unjust notion of love is seen here as an unconscionable glue, binding our characters together for better or worse, and for worse is the usual case in Soviet Russia. The acting was solid on all accounts, from the piercing emanations of the "heroic" soldier to the open-hearted stare of the mother's "squirt" of a son. Though the production values are occasionally weak, this only adds to the desperation that has become the permanent guest of this expansive land. Further explication of this flick's special qualities would be a fruitless affair as its many special attributes must be seen to be appreciated. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

newb

11-23-2010, 08:20 AM

Brought back memories of a fantastic little film of the 80s I had watched awhile back called Runaway Train, with Jon Voight and Eric Roberts. Superb fast-paced action thriller, with some really neat cinematography and effects.

I've had that one in my queue for a couple of weeks...I saw it when it was first released...many moons ago...perhaps tonight.

after watching the trailer for Hobo With A Shotgun, I needed a Rutger Hauer fix

watched

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then for a change

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nice documentary

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11-23-2010, 09:20 AM

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Stuart Gordon's post-apocalyptic machine-ridden sci-fi blast. Loved it.

* * * ½

Elvis_Christ

11-23-2010, 02:33 PM

Robotjox and Surviving The Game are both great. Nice choices there guys.

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The Flayed One

11-23-2010, 03:41 PM

Paperhouse

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Finally got to watch this after wanting to for years. Excellent film. Definately deserves its place on the 'Other HDC Top 100'

roshiq

11-24-2010, 01:32 AM

The Sentinel (1977)

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>>: B+

Anamorph (2007)

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>>: C

Where Eagles Dare (1968)

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Luckily I read some Bengali adaptation of quite a number Alistair MacLean's original novels almost like ages ago and this was one of them. But I wasn't aware of this excellent film adaptation at that time as I rarely used to watch films then. I think 50's to 70's were the golden ages of Spy thriller that came with lots of actions & adventures in the stories than the post modern era of this genre. Though I don't "read" anymore but I assume to some extent the hi-tech espionage style of works/activities have made things bit dull & tough for the spies as well as less entertaining for the readers.
Anyway it was definitely a splendid treat for me to check out this movie last night. But the reason I wanted to see this not for as a Richard Burton & Clint Eastwood classic or a highly acclaimed WWII based war cum spy thriller epic or as it was based on my favorite Alistair MacLean's one of the greatest novels. I saw it for that little supporting role done by our beloved late Ingrid Pitt...the Hammer Queen of Horror. Yeah...perhaps it'd more worth to check out any of her famous films where she appeared on the leading role like Countess Dracula or The Vampire Lovers but the thing is I have only seen them online months ago as I don't have them on my collection right now. The interesting thing is I didn't know that she did a small role in WED until I read about it in several online news last night. Glad I bought that 5 in 1 Clint Eastwood collection years ago.

>>: A

Himemiya_Neko

11-24-2010, 01:45 AM

I just finished watching a Japanese Horror movie caleld "Uzumaki"
^^

Sistinas666

11-24-2010, 01:58 AM

The Signal- I kinda dug it, a bit offbeat IMO.

psycho d

11-24-2010, 04:06 AM

Lord of War (2005). The biting humor of Lord of War almost leaves one sickened to have made light of such a dark subject. Almost. Instead of taking sides this flick teeters on the fence of judgment, leaving the viewer locked and loaded to make his moral decision sans any Hollywood influence. The opening credits, in a tragically spectacular fashion, allude to this, placing guilt in the appropriate lap such that the movie can get back to the business at hand and manifest a flick free of the PC crowd's wishful thinking. Nicolas Cage is perfect for this role, the middleman of evil whose mantra of inevitability forms the Teflon skin that sheds any and all icky guilt that might cling to his vocation of choice. Deep down though, his character simply has found his role in life, something fate seems to have gifted or maybe cursed him with, and is fate to be denied? The story slightly veers from highlighting the typical storyboard anatomy, concentrating more on human nature and purpose of being. In doing so, it sets up an uncritical canvas upon which the viewer must come to terms with the reality of the human creature without the filter of rose tinted glasses. Not a film for everyone, it is a flick for those not afraid of the mirror of humanity. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

newb

11-24-2010, 05:26 AM

loving netflix

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cheebacheeba

11-24-2010, 08:35 AM

Skyline.
Some impressive visual effects and digital sound.
Not really a film for those who like a storyline.
Some tense moments.
Acting as you'd expect from mainly tv actors.
Great looking alien crafts.
Feels as though it borrowed a lot...kind of like Cloverfield meets Independance Day, with maybe a touch of district 9, though again, not much plot at all.
Go if you want to see some cool alien shit and battle scenes.
Perhaps if there's a sequel it'll be more well rounded.
I'd still probably give it a 6-7/10, for what it was, it was alright.

Elvis_Christ

11-24-2010, 01:10 PM

loving netflix

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What did you think of it? I was quite disappointed with that one. It could've been a lot better/had more scope.

newb

11-24-2010, 01:27 PM

What did you think of it? I was quite disappointed with that one. It could've been a lot better/had more scope.

I agree....I thought it was a bit rushed.....it was broken up into too many categories and not enough time was spent on them.

But if not for netflix, I would not have seen it at all.

Monet's Muse

11-24-2010, 01:36 PM

Unrated: The Movie
A Timo Rose and Andreas Schnaas creation.

Elvis_Christ

11-24-2010, 01:46 PM

I agree....I thought it was a bit rushed.....it was broken up into too many categories and not enough time was spent on them.

Yeh bit of a shame really. Have you seen Not Quite Hollywood? It was a great watch on Aussie exploitation flicks. I reviewed it (http://dvdholocaust.com/review.php?id=365) awhile back and definitely recommend it.

zwoti

11-24-2010, 01:52 PM

predators
the loved ones
horseman of the apocalypse
the tournament
cold & dark
the undertaker
humanoids from the deep
violent shit 1-3

The_Return

11-24-2010, 02:02 PM

Catfish (2010)

Another great movie made disappointing by a misleading ad campaign. To go into detail about just what is misleading about it would be to spoil the few surprises that it does have up its sleeve - suffice to say you'll be much better off if you entirely disregard the trailers.

Its still a fascinating movie...anyone interested in internet culture should totally give it a look...just don't go in with big expectations. You'll be let down.

Throne of Blood (1957)

To start - yes, this was my first exposure to the masterful filmmaking of Akira Kurosawa. Shameful, I know...but what a place to start.

I haven't really posted about many (any?) of them, but I've been watching a ton of films adapted from Shakespeare lately for one of my classes - this is easily among the best I've seen (its based on Macbeth, if anyone didn't know). Takes its liberties with the play to be sure, but transposing it to medieval Japan is nothing short of brilliant. The cinematography is utterly breathtaking - so many moments are just simply stunning.

Loved every second of this...I'll be watching more Kurosawa as soon as possible.

The Mothman

11-24-2010, 03:11 PM

Unrated: The Movie
A Timo Rose and Andreas Schnaas creation.

haven't heard of this yet, big Schnaas fan though. good?

newb

11-24-2010, 03:37 PM

Yeh bit of a shame really. Have you seen Not Quite Hollywood? It was a great watch on Aussie exploitation flicks. I reviewed it (http://dvdholocaust.com/review.php?id=365) awhile back and definitely recommend it.

thans for the rec....just put in in my instant queue

Elvis_Christ

11-24-2010, 04:46 PM

Nice. Hope you dig it man!

psycho d

11-25-2010, 04:17 AM

I'll Sleep When I'm Dead (2003). This slow burner portends to be a revenge flick proper but instead is more a study of the social trappings of one's criminal background. For those looking for extending scenes of violence and action, disappointment is sure to find its way to your doorstep. Instead this was a dark, moody, and subtle flick whose paucity of explication leaves the viewer distant but thoughtful. Clive Owen was perfect as the recluse returned, a monster in waiting whose time away may have left an indelible scar in his social capacities. His character's capacity for extended, contemplative silences gave an air of chilling awkwardness. The direction accomplished its feat, eschewing the Hollywood mold by telling a tale in according to his own unorthodoxy. The score was smart and jazzy, setting the scenes with the appropriate heights of disturbed psychologies. The end was a coup de resistance, smartly aloof, thereby allowing the imagination to fill in the gaps. Not a movie for everyone, but for those not detracted by expectations left unfulfilled then this might make for time well spent. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

Monet's Muse

11-25-2010, 05:45 AM

haven't heard of this yet, big Schnaas fan though. good?
I didn't care for it. Very slapstick, stupid comedy.The gore was great but too little of it. Thats what I wanted to see when I heard these two splatter directors collaborating. You may enjoy it. I dunno.

Elvis_Christ

11-25-2010, 02:02 PM

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cheebacheeba

11-25-2010, 03:28 PM

Resident Evil - Afterlife
While I didn't pay to go and see it, I still don't really know why I bothered.
I *did* think it was better than the last one, if only slightly.
But yeah...no atmosphere whatsoever, no real scares at all. The "new" zombies jut looked fucking stupid, and I don't think the guy who played "Wesker" should just never act again, I mean I'm not sure if it was an intentional joke, but most of his dialogue/delivery sounded like something out of the first couple of RE games.
This WS Anderson guy just keeps pumping out these films though...I suppose I watch in the hope he MAY make a half decent one.
I didn't mind the first, didn't even dislike the second though I didn't think it was as good...the third was utter crap, this one right next to.
The series has pretty much been a downhill run...
They should continue with the animated ones, the one I saw was better than IMO any of the movies.

_____V_____

11-25-2010, 10:06 PM

Admit it Cheebs, the girl in the opening credits was smokin'. :D Absolutely loved the soundtrack there, too.

Finding long-forgotten stuff in my VHS collection has never been more fun...

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Sci-fi horror, Italian style. Director Luigi Cozzi takes everything which made films like Alien and Body Snatchers great, and cooks up a concoction which is packed with gorific sequences and bizarre plot twists. A more than decent, low-budget, low-brow film which is an absolute hoot to watch.

Recommended to Elvis, Ferox, Newb and anyone else who likes these.

* * *

Elvis_Christ

11-26-2010, 12:49 AM

I've got that Blue Underground DVD pictured. I dug Contamination.

I've got Alien Terror (aka Alien 2 :D) on VHS it wasn't as good but still a nice companion piece to that one you might wanna check out. Surprisingly it's getting a flash Blu-ray release!

psycho d

11-26-2010, 04:20 AM

The Maltese Falcon (1941). This classic flick is a rare character heavy piece whose plot is as rich as Thanksgiving gravy. Though we cannot help but cheer for Bogart's hero, we are still a little apprehensive about our emotional investment. Industrial strength duplicity seems high on the list of everyone's curriculum vitae, and in this noir flick it is not apparent who might end up with the prize for their cunning efforts. The supporting cast is a high octane affair, each threatening to outshine the others as well as the lead, but this only seems to catalyze Humphrey Bogart's theatrical prowess into the sidereal realm that legends are cast in. John Huston's directorial debut is nothing short of astounding, having made this first enterprise an all-time classic. The editing was occasionally sloppy, but such a sniveling trivia can easily be overlooked as mere pedantry in this swell classic. This third effort to get Hammett's story right was rewarded with acute success where the viewer is the winner, able to lap up this rich movie time after time with only renewed admiration. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

AMICUS HORROR

11-26-2010, 09:54 AM

The Monster Club (1980) just love this movie, for some reason I always thought this was a Amicus production, how wrong was I, directed by the great Roy Ward Baker, the Shadmock story was sooooooo cool.:o
http://www.horror.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=46&pictureid=841

roshiq

11-26-2010, 10:05 AM

Toy Story 3 (2010)

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>>: A-

ChronoGrl

11-26-2010, 01:42 PM

ChronoGrl

11-26-2010, 02:04 PM

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0446029/)

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Fantastic - magical - whimsical - I absolutely loved this movie. It's fast-paced, well-written, well-acted, and an absolute blast. Perfect from star Michael Cera to supporting actor Kieran Culkin. HIGHLY recommended. I want to own it.

4.75/5

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High Lane (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1433562/)

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Pretty miserable Descent wannabe - with redneck cannibals. Bleah.

1.5/5

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Doghouse (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1023500/)

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Pretty disappointing horror comedy fare from across the pond. I actually had high hopes for this one, as it's helmed by director Jake West who did the fantastic comedic splatterfest Evil Aliens (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0383353/). However, while Doghouse starts strong (clearly taking a page our of Evil Dead) with some fantastic deadite-like Evils, the gag grows old pretty quickly. With the directorial, acting, and special effects power I think that this movie COULD have been great - It just needed a bit more imagination and better writing. Also, the overall message winds up being incredibly misogynistic, which alienates and aggravates me as a female horror fan.

2.75/5

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Jonah Hex (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1075747/)

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Wow, that was a whole lotta MEH. I was hoping that it would be fun at least, but I found it boring and pretty poorly acted. Sure, Megan Fox is pretty damn easy on the eyes, but her acting prowess was somehow worse than usual... Also, Josh Brolin, while he definitely looked the part, was kinda laughable. Ohh, John Malkovich, how you have fallen...

2.5/5

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To make up for the abomination that was Jonah Hex I watched...

The Quick and the Dead (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114214)

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One of my favorite little movies - What a blast. Raimi is such a fantastic director and the acting is superb from a very young DiCaprio and Mr. Gene Hackman. And BOY Miss Stone is a FOX.

I love this movie - If you're looking for something fun, it's a great movie to check out. It's clear the Raimi just had pure fun making this movie - It's so well-crafted.

4/5

roshiq

11-27-2010, 01:38 AM

Junkyard Dog (2010)

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>>: D

Saw VII: The Final Chapter (2010)

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Though I loved the first 3 parts but I somewhat lost my interest about the series from its 4th installment. Anyway, SAW 7 was fine...in a sense that the franchise is finally over. There was clear rush like part 4 to 6 as I guess they were in a urge or desperate to finish it as quickly as possible. And the way they somehow managed to give an "end" to it was pretty lame & must be quite disappointing according to its fan's expectations.

Overall, traps = ok, story = very average, final twist = A disappointment.

>>: C

Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth (1992)

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>>: C+

psycho d

11-27-2010, 04:07 AM

Salvage (2006). Low-budget flicks rarely deal out high entertainment, at least in this camp. Salvage is the exception. After nearly quitting this DVD in the first 5 minutes, the ghetto feel of this hidden gem was not only tolerated, but ultimately admired. Once this story got going, it became apparent that the Crook brothers had something worthy to say but only 25G with which to tell their story. And what a story! This time-honored film timeline was given a new lease on life, navigating amazingly uncharted territory with aplomb. The acting was tolerable, with the top three players burping up decent performances. Our heroine Lauren Currie Lewis actually gave a pretty stellar showing, of course her natural beauty might have smoothed over some of her histrionic bumps. The dialog was at times lamentable, but not so bad that it detracted from the story. The film quality was a tad rugged, and the audio sounded like it was recorded in a honey hut, but this ultimately underscored the strength of the story. The cheap scares were forgivable-what low-budget thriller has a surfeit of Beverly Hills effects. A great story and laudable direction helped pull this one out of the time-killer bin and into the valley of respectable ghetto horror. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

ferretchucker

11-27-2010, 06:39 PM

Kick Ass

It was kick ass...

_____V_____

11-27-2010, 10:57 PM

I've got Alien Terror (aka Alien 2 :D) on VHS it wasn't as good but still a nice companion piece to that one you might wanna check out. Surprisingly it's getting a flash Blu-ray release!

Will track that one down. Thanks for the heads up, mate.

It's amazing the things one finds when you dig up stuff you have forgotten about...

...like I am in my VHS collection.

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Neat little sci-fi western with loads of atmosphere. I still love it quite a bit. Too bad Peter Hyams will always go down as an undiscovered, underrated sci-fi director...I rate him as one of the finest.

* * * ½

roshiq

11-28-2010, 03:06 AM

The Social Network (2010)

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"We lived in farms, then we lived in cities, and now we're gonna live on the internet!".

After Fight Club Fincher here comes again with a fascinating film that I think may going to be regard in future as one of the most important films of this era. To some extent it actually defines the log-on & plug-in generation of this age. It's also a morality tale that drives by desire, marked by triumph and tainted by betrayal. What makes The Social Network specially so good is how wonderfully it scripted by Aaron Sorkin. He employs a very effective framing formula...the Zuckerberg lawsuit depositions, which introduce the various characters and lead into "flashbacks" of the events being discussed that helps to intensify the mystery behind the Zuckerberg character and what exactly transpired in his creation of this phenomenon, Facebook.
The accuracy of portraying these real life characters into cinema won't bother you that much as you'll see some definitive works of interesting characterization here. Jesse Eisenberg was marvelous as Mark Zuckerberg with his fast-paced & nerdy attitude. Justin Timberlake pretty nicely played Sean Parker who suggested "Drop the 'the'. Just Facebook. It's cleaner", and also helps in maximizing the networking site. And Andrew Garfield who plays Eduardo becomes a mildly strong moral connect to the audience in a film where you pretty much do not know whose side to take until the end.
It is interesting to consider that the actual content of facebook, with its virtual screen between who we are and how we want people to see us is arguably a result of the lead character who wants so desperately to connect yet somewhat has little instruction on how to do so in his real life.

Overall, it's a remarkable, totally dialog driven drama cum thriller ride that you need to see before log in to 'Facebook' next time (Just kidding!:D). Anyway, highly recommended.

>>: A

The Last Exorcism (2010)

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The idea of the story wasn't bad actually but the idea that ruined it was POV format. I couldn't able to find one single, decent creepy moment in this film for its too much shaky movements of the camera.

>>: C

psycho d

11-28-2010, 04:23 AM

Frozen River (2008). This bleak and tense drama is a testament of the great American dream as it circles the drain. The first scene is a powerfully slow, almost tedious pan that sets the emotional tone of this flick. This tale of the cultures clashing, in admirable low-rent style and amidst a harsh winter backdrop, takes the crumbs that life has to offer as if they are life-sustaining victuals because they are just that. Of course, there is always a shortcut over to the greener side, and this is where the film's plot comes to tempt warmth in its frozen landscape. The acting was sublime, with Melissa Leo giving the performance of a lifetime. She simply nails the love-driven desperation of a mother put to odds that must somehow rise up to provide. Courtney Hunt's directorial debut was smashing, with enough awards to smother the mantelpiece. The camera worked its magic such that the cold realities of life radiated out onto the viewer. Not a flick for those tending towards despondency, for those of stronger constitutions this might well be worth a go. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

Elvis_Christ

11-28-2010, 03:12 PM

Too bad Peter Hyams will always go down as an undiscovered, underrated sci-fi director...I rate him as one of the finest.

Yeh he never quite got there did he. I loved Narrow Margin when it came out.

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newb

11-28-2010, 07:17 PM

A big thanks to Elvis for the rec

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lots of stuff I've never heard of....great fun.

now only if I could find a copy of "Turkey Shoot".

Elvis_Christ

11-28-2010, 07:33 PM

Glad you enjoyed it man!

You might have better luck finding Turkey Shoot under it's alias Escape 2000.

newb

11-28-2010, 07:38 PM

Glad you enjoyed it man!

You might have better luck finding Turkey Shoot under it's alias Escape 2000.

ha...thanks bro....found it ...also put "Dead End Drive-In" in my queue

Tarantino's obviously a big fan....maybe he'll put these out on DVD so we can get them in the states.

Elvis_Christ

11-28-2010, 07:49 PM

Tarantino's obviously a big fan....maybe he'll put these out on DVD so we can get them in the states.

Yeh I believe there's a few in the pipeline from Synapse (http://synapse-films.com/).

Umbrella Entertainment (http://www.umbrellaent.com.au/Product/ProductView/DAVID1434) have put a lot of them out and are about to release a third oz-ploitation boxset.

My favourite of the bunch is Stone. Which has a really good R1 release from Severin (http://www.severin-films.com/).

_____V_____

11-28-2010, 08:12 PM

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Gotta love those grainy VHS prints! I am sure the DVD transfer looks much better but this gives these 80s films a real nostalgic feel. Sad thing is, my copy is scratched for the last 15-odd minutes, so its time I put it back from where it came.

A very underrated film which deserves much more attention, IMO. Bronson is great and supported well by a great supporting cast. Supposedly based on a true story in Canada. Some of the cinematography shots really blow you away!

If you haven't seen this one yet, be keen to check it out if you can. I ll be hunting down its DVD for sure.

Elvis_Christ

11-28-2010, 08:24 PM

Death Hunt is killer especially since it has Action Jackson himself in it :D

roshiq

11-28-2010, 10:04 PM

The Day of the Beast (1995)

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>>: A-

Scarebaby

11-29-2010, 01:24 AM

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Lesbian kissing was pretty much the only thing worth watching in this one.

Monet's Muse

11-29-2010, 01:46 AM

Book Of Eli

samortan

11-29-2010, 03:31 AM

Recently I had watched , Harry Potter's latest sequel. It was superb movie.

Elvis_Christ

11-29-2010, 02:23 PM

V's recent watches got me digging thru & watching some tapes too:

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_____V_____

11-29-2010, 08:17 PM

Def-Con 4 sounds so-bad-it's-good delicious. Gotta find that one.

I remember seeing The Slayer a long time back. One of the more notorious video nasties. Some pretty cool deaths in that.

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Really surprising to see how many good sci-fi films of the 70s and 80s went under the radar, while their more illustrious brothers (Star Wars, Alien etc.) basked in the limelight. Shame, really. These films are collecting dust in shelves everywhere and modern crap keeps getting the rental hits.

Harvey Keitel really shines as the brains behind the mad robot. There are some really fantastic shots of Saturn and it's moons and the landscapes, plus the nail-biting climax adds to the tense atmosphere throughout the film which is complimented by a stellar background score. My only gripe would be that the climax was a bit hurried and short for such a wonderful plotline. A pretty gripping script, neat direction and fabulous performances - this one has it all.

What it doesn't have, is some much-deserved popularity. People, go find Saturn 3 and watch it.

* * * *

kimkardashian

11-29-2010, 10:48 PM

I had recently seen Coach Carter movie and truly inspired with it..

roshiq

11-30-2010, 04:42 AM

Just Before Dawn (1981)

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>>: B+

Chatroom (2010)

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>>: B-

psycho d

11-30-2010, 07:06 AM

Just Before Dawn (1981)

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>>: B+

Cued up...

La Strada (1954). A classic masterpiece of epic proportions, La Strada is a simple tale of romance without love. But simple is a deceiving notion, for the deep symbolism, the depth of the characters, and the emotional elements captured by this near perfect flick are far from simple. With obvious parallels of life's journey, this story is of brutality and moral innocence, revealing the paradoxical marriage of the two, daring to question fate itself, only to ask if it is fair to face the mountains of despair that fate piles up onto mankind. The acting was brilliant, with Anthony Quinn's performance stunningly boorish. It was Giulietta Masina's Charlie Chaplin-esque, playing the angelic thief hearts, that stole the show. Her child-like expressiveness and curiosity with all that life has to offer, be it intriguing or mundane, intimated that romance can be found in all corners of existence. This rightly has been noted as Fellini's first masterpiece, an auteur that dwarfs other legendary directors. The score questions whether the imagery inspired the music, or maybe the other way around. Even the camera work and lighting were impressive, with techniques used whose outcomes defied Newtonian logic. For those with patience for a master to sneak in the magnificence of his genius, this Federico Fellini masterpiece offer rewards unbounded. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

siorai

11-30-2010, 07:38 AM

King of California: I absolutely loved this movie. Pretty funny and quirky. Michael Douglas plays a mentally disturbed old guy rather well.

30 Days of Night: Dark Days: I made it about 25 minutes in and had to turn it off. I heard it was bad, like really bad so I had to see for myself since I loved the original. God it was painful. Avoid at all costs.

Elvis_Christ

11-30-2010, 01:34 PM

King of California: I absolutely loved this movie. Pretty funny and quirky. Michael Douglas plays a mentally disturbed old guy rather well.

I enjoyed this too. Quite a sad film but really good.

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Pulled out another old tape last night:

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Ferox13

11-30-2010, 11:49 PM

I have the first 3 or 4 series of NAM.

I love it - I could only watch it in short doses as I get flash backs for days later...THE HORROR....THE HORROR...

Hav e you seen the episode with Ving Rhames in it?

roshiq

12-01-2010, 03:00 AM

Who Can Kill a Child? (1976)

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Another well directed, fascinating, atmospheric and intense Spanish masterpiece from N.I. Serrador (the director of La residencia aka The House that Screamed (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064888/)...one of my favorites!). At least it deserved to rank on a high spot in the sub genre of Evil Children films. Absolutely loved it. But the most surprising part stroked me at the very start of this movie. It doesn't begin right off with its story. Instead, along with the opening title & credit it presents images of dead or dying children in concentration camps and war zones. A voice over tells us that in war and in disasters caused by humans, children are the greatest victims.
There, just after the WWII concentration camp report, comes some footage of Indo-Pakistan War of 1971...which also known as 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bangladesh_liberation_war)! The war that gave our nation independence from the Pakistanis after fighting for the freedom for 9 months and losing lives of more than 3 million people including the terrible & unforgettable loss of those families & children. The footage used in the film were shocking, true & devastating and I wasn't expecting at all that I'd see them in a golden 70's horror film from Spain.

>>: A-

psycho d

12-01-2010, 04:40 AM

Evil Aliens (2005). This one comes out of the gate with the bar set pretty low, dropping even further with a porno-esque, audibly poor, and horribly acted set-up, which it turns out was simply masked brilliance. The movie then lurches forward in its campaign of utter hilarity punctuated with, or should that be colored with, pulpy red splatter galore. Seamlessly moving between fun and the squishies, Evil Aliens was a fabulously entertaining piece of work. Emily Booth helms the acting of this top-notch comedy horror which is sensibly replete with homages to horror past. Written, directed, and edited by Jake West, Evil Aliens accomplishes the impossible, which includes references of some of the greatest of genre flicks out there. Added to this was the camera dudes' contributions, with scene after scene striving towards optical glory. If your looking for a serious and scary movie then look elsewhere, this film is for those that are simply looking for a bloody good time. Merci beaucoup.

newb

12-01-2010, 06:27 AM

been watching old biker movies as of late

http://www.falconmotorcycles.com/images/stories/news/biker_flicks/glory_stompers_2.jpg

http://www.deviant-tv.net/images/2007/06/10/06angel_unchained.jpg

mindless corny fun

Elvis_Christ

12-01-2010, 10:38 AM

Man I love biker flicks! The Glory Stompers is great.

Hav e you seen the episode with Ving Rhames in it?

I honestly can't recall hadn't seen any of them since they came out. Do your versions of the series have the original music?

newb

12-01-2010, 03:34 PM

and it continues

http://www.grindhousedatabase.com/images/thumb/Peacekillpost.jpg/300px-Peacekillpost.jpg

at least there were boobs in this one.

Ferox13

12-01-2010, 11:12 PM

I honestly can't recall hadn't seen any of them since they came out. Do your versions of the series have the original music?

Unfortunally not :(

roshiq

12-01-2010, 11:56 PM

Anatomy of a Murder (1959)

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Fantastic trail court drama. Besides the awesome cast, liked the very humble & kind performance by that real life lawyer who nicely portrayed the judge.

>>: A

Elvis_Christ

12-02-2010, 12:42 AM

Unfortunally not :(

Those original ones are pretty elusive to find these days. Totally sucks how they've done that to a bunch of the old shows. Married With Children's theme was totally butchered with some elevator music :mad:

_____V_____

12-02-2010, 01:26 AM

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Neat little sci-fi thriller that grows on you with repeated viewings. Fantastic background score by Jerry Goldsmith which adds a ton to the suspenseful mood of the film.

A must-watch for all folks here in HDC.

* * * *

psycho d

12-02-2010, 04:33 AM

Gomorrah (2008). This loosely stitched canvas of intertwining victims of post-Roman misery is cinema verite at its finest. The initial confusion as to the plot and other elements of story-telling requires a heavy element of patience, but patience here is rewarded with a rich cinematic experience. In essence, this film revolves around the decay of an empire built upon corruption, an inescapable reality which precludes virtue in one's efforts to get ahead. This is a world where vocational morality will lead to a dead end job in a pizza palace, and even then the boss man will likely be tainted with the filth of corruption. The film is shot with a drab essence that hints of a culture bled dry, and we get to experience this snapshot of the inevitable exsanguination and decay of Italy. The documentary feel of Gommorah only adds to this dismal reality, with the camera work leading the way in a flick whose intention is not so much to entertain as it is to move. The end is epic in its denial to allot for an authentic denouement, a bravado that will leave the viewer with an empty sense of have been cheated, a feeling no doubt frequently felt by those that its characters depict. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

newb

12-02-2010, 05:53 PM

changing it up a bit...different genre...same grindhouse feel

http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:O5JMiM-Ze-LCYM:http://www.impawards.com/1970/posters/bullet_for_pretty_boy_ver2.jpg&t=1

I actually saw this on its first run at the drive-in.

Monet's Muse

12-02-2010, 08:42 PM

Bad Ronald 1974.....creepy as fuck..

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Angra

12-03-2010, 09:13 AM

Bad Ronald 1974.....creepy as fuck..

http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:2UK6T2bLLAsozM:http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g190/beedubelhue/Bad20Ronald.jpg&t=1

Just watched the trailer on Youtube. SOLD!!

Ferox13

12-03-2010, 09:48 AM

Just watched the trailer on Youtube. SOLD!!

Great movie - I think its just been released on Warner DVD too..

roshiq

12-03-2010, 11:10 PM

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The Backwoods (2006)

The ending was a disappointment that didn't clarify properly a major point of the story.

>>: B

Despicable Me (2010)

>>: B+

The Town (2010)

It's well made with good cast & story but still...typical Bollywood material.

>>: B

Devil (2010)

A pretty decent "stuck in Elevator" horror thriller. I think Mr. Shyamalan decides well to just share his idea/story only and saved it by letting others do the screenplay & direction job. Like to see its sequels (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil_%28film%29#Sequels) when they'll come out. 2nd one sounds daring...A horror treatment of 12 Angry Men!? but don't sure about the final one..."third installment of The Night Chronicles is actually going to be taken from the unplanned sequel of Unbreakable"!

>>: B+

Monsters (2010)

It's well made but weird! Don't expect any usual sci-fi monster movie at all, it's kinda road movie in a post-monster-attack apocalyptic settings where 2 people at the end fall in love after watching 2 monsters making contact (love?) with each other!

>>: B

Geddy

12-04-2010, 07:25 AM

I watched "Survival of the Dead" last night. I think it is probably the weakest installment in Romero's Dead series, that being said, it's worth a watch for fans of the series, but other than that, it doesn't offer much.

-6/10.

_____V_____

12-04-2010, 08:12 AM

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How I love atmospheric period horror flicks! The bleak countrysides, the mist-covered ominous forests, the brooding and terrifying silence interspersed with close-up shots of a brilliantly incandescent full moon...and the low snarling growl of a hidden beast suddenly turning into a full-blooded roar of merciless evil.

So much atmosphere dripping through the film, which made me really nostalgic and reminded me why I absolutely love films like Sleepy Hollow, Brotherhood of the Wolf and all the Corman-Poe adaptations of lore. Some minor flaws aside, this is as enjoyable a modern horror film as one can hope to be.

Fantastic. I ll be revisiting this soon...very soon.

(loudly howling at the full moon)

* * * ½

Angra

12-04-2010, 11:40 AM

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"Haunting of Winchester House" 7/10

Despite the rather bad script, the below average acting from all involved (except the black dude) and even worse dialogue, i actually thought this was a quite good haunted house movie.

Lots of ghost moments. Some better than others.

Elvis_Christ

12-04-2010, 05:23 PM

Animal Kingdom

http://images.jbhifi.com.au/43/90/4390505.jpg

This was excellent. Put it on your "must see" list especially if your into gritty crime dramas.

Ferox13

12-04-2010, 11:52 PM

Animal Kingdom

This was excellent. Put it on your "must see" list especially if your into gritty crime dramas.

I watched that a while a go...I was screaming McGee at the screen when the Prez from SamBel came on the screen. Didn't realise he was from OZ. He does a great Irish accent..

http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20101111170727/sonsofanarchy/images/thumb/a/a4/McGee.jpg/250px-McGee.jpg

roshiq

12-05-2010, 12:13 AM

Ex Drummer (2007)

http://img818.imageshack.us/img818/9869/exdrummer.jpg

OMG! From the creative effort in opening title sequence and through till the end, it was literally a jaw dropping & mind-fucking-blowing movie experience!

>>: A

Red Hill (2010)

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A nice Western-action-revenge flick from Australia with a good cast & cinematography.

>>: B+

Hope to watch Animal Kingdom soon. Thanks for the rec, EC.:)

Monet's Muse

12-05-2010, 03:16 AM

Ex Drummer...hell yes! It was amazing!
Hatchet II, fun gore.

Ferox13

12-05-2010, 09:15 AM

Alice In Wonderland (1933)

http://www.thefilmyap.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Alice-in-Wonderland-1933-inside.jpg

Very fucked up and bizarre version of the classic novel. Despite the title its a mismash of Wonderland+Through the Looking Glass. WC Fields steals the show as Humpty Dumpty - some great costumes and effects. The flamingo Croquet is mental with very distressed real birds.....

Definitely gets across the surrealness of the book...

http://www.treevenge.com/images/treevenge_logob.gif

Funny short from the director of the new Hobo with a Shotgun...Xmas trees have had enough and its time to carry out a bloody revenge...Keep an eye out for JRoc from TPB...

Just found the whole thing on youtube:

Vaiv7kAXBzM

Geddy

12-05-2010, 11:37 AM

I love Treevenge, and Hobo with a Shotgun! The director is actually from the city I live, and he hosts a series of showings called "The Thrillema" where he tracks down old 35mm prints of classic horror/thriller/sci fi films and charges five bucks to get in to a showing of them. Seen some great old films there.

Monet's Muse

12-05-2010, 04:21 PM

Pusher
Animal Kingdom

Elvis_Christ

12-05-2010, 05:48 PM

Sinbad Of The Seven Seas

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/9854/66377799.jpg

...so incredibly shit yet so great :D

_____V_____

12-05-2010, 11:46 PM

^^^ That looks fuckin' epic! :D

Angra

12-06-2010, 08:54 AM

^^^ That looks fuckin' epic! :D

Yea.

Sinbad looks even more insane than the evil dude above him.

Elvis_Christ

12-06-2010, 02:13 PM

^^^ That looks fuckin' epic! :D

Enzo G. Castellari directing Lou Ferrigno how could it not be :)

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Champion

http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l4drf1JIJi1qzqv84.png

Dude's a fascinating character making this documentary a great watch

roshiq

12-07-2010, 01:03 AM

Damn! Lately found 3 dvds of Sinbad films in a store and bought them instantly (7th Voyage, Golden Voyage & Eye of the Tiger); I wish they'd had Sinbad Of The Seven Seas also!:(

Anyway, Ferrigno as Sinbad is looking awesome!:) Definitely going to check it out soon, added to my torrent download list.

Fire in the Sky (1993)

http://img834.imageshack.us/img834/4189/fireintheskyo.jpg

>>: A-

Galaxy of Terror (1981)

http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/9965/galaxyofterror.jpg

>>: B+

The Girl who Played with Fire (2009)

http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/7803/girlplayedwithfire1.jpg

>>: A-

psycho d

12-07-2010, 04:43 AM

The Last House on the Left (2009). For me, this was what a remake should represent, the essence of the original but with either a fresh, updated, or even a "fill in the holes" approach. This remake succeeded on almost all levels. With one exception that I have yet to figure out (the motel maid holding the key), not a scene is wasted. Everything serves to fill in the gaps of the original, gaps that were ignored to a ghastly level. All the "yeah rights" were addressed in a manner that made this remake believable, something that was almost completely ignored in the original. The acting was pretty solid on all accounts. The direction took this film seriously, hinting at exploitation but never stumbling off course, all the while creating a wonderfully shot atmosphere which highlighted the beauty hidden in the gritty realities of life. The camera work was almost an understated picture of perfection. I am a sucker for an enterprising cameraman, but my admiration for this work is bred in both the ostensible as well as the subtle beauty that this lens was decisively attracted to. The only sneer of this remake might be found in the lamentable and unnecessary last scene, but even this is forgivable. In fact, the whole of this flick triumphs over this superfluous ambition in that it does not really cloud the wholesale efforts given to a much denigrated genre. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

Ferox13

12-07-2010, 04:55 AM

newb

12-07-2010, 10:10 AM

Inception

excellent......it's nice to have to think sometimes watching a movie.

Ferox13

12-07-2010, 10:49 AM

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Stagey, mishmash of a couple of Sherlock Holmes stories (though mostly The Sign of Four). Pretty decent supporting cast outdo the wooden American Charlton Heston in his role as the famous detective...Interestly, Holmes is just after shooting cocaine in his opening scene..

Not great but not a terrible entry into my attempt to watch every Holmes film/show available..

psycho d

12-08-2010, 05:50 AM

A Clockwork Orange (1971). Why my mom let me see this as a child is confounding. Having another peek at this near classic, I realized that this is simply a masterpiece, one that most people will not have the fortitude to appreciate. No one wants to look in the mirror and see reality, only preconceived notions. A Clockwork Orange offers no such convenience, but instead agglutinates the worst of human nature into a noxious though charming young man. Kubrick takes us on a journey of this little monster, a man we come to loathe, only to find that society's answer to this little problem is even more loathsome. We are left with no common thread of morality and only a discombobulated sense of humanity whose only repose is found couched in denial. A Clockwork Orange will likely say different things to different people, but it will never offer a palatable morsel of existence verite, leaving us humans without direction for our compulsive and grimy fingers to point at in our efforts to pin down the culprit of humanity's misfortunes. Malcolm McDowell portrays the perfect manifestation of humanity gone awry, a character we'd all like to disassociate ourselves from but that will always remain lurking as an integral element of our own shadows. Technically, artistically, and symbolically, this was a masterpiece of film making on all levels. The choice of music was genius in that it helped to disconnect us from the atrocities that accosted us. The result is an icky layer of scum that cannot be washed away as it is in fact housed in our basic genetic code. We are gritty human animals and no sense of cultural inculcation will ever brainwash human nature out of us. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

newb

12-08-2010, 07:29 AM

Angra

12-08-2010, 09:20 AM

Centurion

http://www.overallsite.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Centurion-Movie-Trailer.jpg

another Neil Marshall movie that didn't get great reviews [ am I the only one who liked "Doomsday" ? ]

I thought this one was pretty good......once you get past the CGI blood.

Neil Marshal. SOLD!!

"Harry Potter 7" 7/10

Definitely not the best in the series.

My favourites are still 2 & 3. Back when they didn't cut back on the colors. What's up with that??

psycho d

12-09-2010, 04:11 AM

April Fool's Day (1986). This seemingly standard-fare 80s horror flick is far from average. Cornered into a one word description, fun is the one comprehensive term that best describes it. The childish pranks that are played and their result fall prey to the the horrors that will follow. But let us not gloss over the pranks, for they make up a huge element of this flick's entertainment value. And while the notion of sex is a concentration that these youngins cannot seem to fulfill, there is not a gratuitous scene within miles. The acting is a notch above average, perfect for a flick of this caliber. Great editing and fun transitions serve to keep one's chained to the screen. How the shot composure concentrates on color collaborations makes it a visual treat. This is simply a nice variation of the genre flicks of this crazy era. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk.

roshiq

12-09-2010, 06:48 AM

Animal Kingdom (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1313092/) (2010)

http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/2910/animalkingdomw.jpg

I think if Hollywood made it then this would probably gain the central focus on coming Oscar. That old woman playing the grandma (Jacki Weaver) gave a marvelous performance. Same goes for Ben Mendelsohn as Pope Cody. Liked the ending, I was very much expecting that to happen for the last half n' hour. Overall an excellent slow burn crime family drama.

>>: A

Body Double (1984)

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>>: B+

The Truth (2010)

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>>: C-

Doctor Loomis

12-09-2010, 10:14 AM

little miss sunshine

Monet's Muse

12-09-2010, 03:36 PM

Pusher
Pusher II
Cape Fear......''come out, come out where ever you are'':)

scouse mac

12-10-2010, 12:17 PM

1:Zombieland
2:Carriers
3:2012
4:Four Christmas's
5:The Station Agent

1: Loved it, Woody Harrelson especially stole the show.
2: I liked Chris Pine's character, film was good but a bit slow in places.
3: Ive got a soft spot for disaster films and this film was exactly that, an unmittigated disaster. Shame.
4: Wife's pick but will freely confess to enjoying it. Vince Vaughan is always watchable
5: Brilliant film, tried a little too hard to be quirky but the story of a train loving man born with primordial dwarfism who moves to the country is thoroughly absorbing. Catch it if you can.

Elvis_Christ

12-10-2010, 02:21 PM

Hey Scouse haven't seen you round for awhile dude!

iSeymore

12-10-2010, 02:32 PM

Predators (2010) loved it, seen it twice in theatres, and at my friend's house earlier today. Great movie 8/10. I loved how it used classic Predator formula with using a jungle, and the protagonists being hunted by Predators. Predator 2 was alright, too.

newb

12-10-2010, 06:32 PM

The Other Guys

a couple of laughs...but that's about it. I was surprised......I thought Marky Mark did a good job in this.

newb

12-10-2010, 06:32 PM

Hey Scouse haven't seen you round for awhile dude!

yeah....good to see ya back posting ;)

roshiq

12-11-2010, 03:30 AM

Skyline (2010)

http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/universal_pictures/skyline/skyline_smallposter.jpg

Very average story, good effects, poor script.

>>: C

massacre man

12-11-2010, 08:59 AM

The Other Guys

a couple of laughs...but that's about it. I was surprised......I thought Marky Mark did a good job in this.

The part where The Rock and SLJ chase the guys in the zipline is something I'm sure will get me every time. Didn't laugh much at the rest though.

newb

12-11-2010, 08:21 PM

Despicable Me

Good fun :D

psycho d

12-12-2010, 04:01 AM

Running Scared (2006). The initial feel of this flick was that of a foreboding sense that it might be nothing more than a mundane shoot-em-up whose greatest administration would be to steal a couple of hours of my life. But each turn of its twisted plot's screws served to create an action flick whose style can fairly be compared to Johnnie To. Reparations are even made to its rare predictability through its efforts to animate a delightful feast for the eyes in nigh every action scene. And plot holes be damned, this was simply too much fun to be concerned with such contrived mischief making. Paul Walker decimates his pretty boy aura through the frantic role that destiny has gifted him. That he is barely keeping himself together with mounting desperation believably leaks out; here is a character we want to believe and root for. Vera Farmiga is stunningly fabulous. Her scene with the creepy family is one of memorably breathtaking puissance. Detractors have complained that every editing trick known to mortal man was employed here, and I say yes but to great effect. Wayne Kramer has created a stylistic caricature of fairy tale violence that convincingly and wholly entertains its audience. What more could we want?
Genruk

_____V_____

12-12-2010, 09:46 AM

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I think it's a pretty much safe assumption by now - animated films look the best on Blu-Ray. The picture quality becomes stunning, complimented by the awesome Dolby sound you ll ever get to hear.

About the film, its a real blast. Mixing clever parodies of almost all the major films in the sci-fi genre and cunningly creating a concoction which is both immensely delicious and a homage/treat to all the films of yore, fans across the sci-fi and animation genres should love this to death.

In a nutshell, it's this - think about parodies of the 50 Foot Woman, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Blob, the Fly & Godzilla taking on an evil (and half-goofy) Alien ruler (himself a four-eyed octopus!) who steamrolls in through sequences taken out from the beginning of MIB II and Fantastic Four 2.

Intrigued yet? I would be.

Go watch it. On stunning 1080 HD Blu-Ray.

* * * *

Sistinas666

12-12-2010, 12:08 PM

http://i558.photobucket.com/albums/ss28/kleptron/romper-stomper-cover.jpg

B+

http://i558.photobucket.com/albums/ss28/kleptron/thisisengland.jpg

A-

Both are excellent yet disturbing films. It saddens me that still today neo nazi assholes spew thier hatred. I highly recommend both movies. Also, Russell Crowe puts on an amazing performance in Romper Stomper.

roshiq

12-13-2010, 12:59 AM

The Satan Bug (1965)

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/697/satanbug65.jpg

One of my favorite Masood Rana (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masud_rana) stories that I've read quite a long time ago, titled as Neel Atonko (The Blue Fear).

>>: B+

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Flesh for Frankenstein (1973)

Pretty hilarious at sometimes but overall a superb & daring macabre take on Frankenstein, with plenty of blood, guts and grotesque humor.

"To know death Otto, you have to fuck life... in the gall bladder!":cool:

>>: A-

Blood for Dracula (1974)

I very much liked Udo Kier's wonderful performance in F4F but I think he was even more excellent in the role of Count Dracula here. The films I have seen of his so far this is his finest in my account! After Lugosi & Chris Lee, I like to give him the 3rd spot for best Dracula in movies. Great story, great cast (surprised & glad to see Polanski in a small role) and a fantastic movie...Loved it.

>>: A

scouse mac

12-13-2010, 01:24 AM

Hey Scouse haven't seen you round for awhile dude!

yeah....good to see ya back posting;)

Stop it! I'll be getting all misty eyed!

It has been a while, I have to occassionally take time off to think up new and interesting things to say! Also the fairly recent discovery of playing Gears of War 2 horde on Xbox live has eaten into my free time somewhat.

Wolfman (2010)

Disappointing, it looked good and was very atmospheric but I didnt rate the performances highly and the storyline was weak. The transformation sequences were more of a Van Helsing standard than American werewolf in London (just in case you're unsure, thats a bad thing ;) ) and the London 'attack' was ripped out of Werewolf in London, this time it was a horse drawn bus in stead of a red double decker.

Glad Ive seen it, but I wont watch it again.

psycho d

12-13-2010, 04:42 AM

In a Lonely Place (1950). Film noir that didn't read rules, this wonderful classic is as dark as they come without ever showing anything more than a fist fight or two. Instead, it's black nature is born from a manifest destiny stained by the resolute nature of doomed love, of characters we want to root for but inevitably let us down. Humphrey Bogart churns out the role of his life, and that is saying something. His character is tough to nail down, a volatile and likable character that exudes a mystifying aura that something just ain't right. But what exactly "ain't right" just does not compute. Add to this Gloria Grahame's "Laurel", a knockout with a past and a presence that competes with the dame in Double Indemnity, her infectious sensuality eliciting a competing sense of attraction and trepidation. She simply seems to good to be true. The remainder of the cast is just as impressive, standouts all of them but left in the penumbra our our lead characters. The story, direction, and camera work all come together smoothly to fabricate one of the all-time classic greats, a movie that should be seen time and again. With an unsolved homicide lurking in the background, this story gets twisted up between the damnable bullseye of one of Cupid's naughty arrows and a suspicion that is midwifed by an overzealous police captain. The result comes to a dramatically furious denouement laced with dialog whose clairvoyance might have served to sculpt such a magically dreary ending.
Genruk

iSeymore

12-13-2010, 06:35 AM

Skyline (2010)

http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/universal_pictures/skyline/skyline_smallposter.jpg

Very average story, good effects, poor script.

>>: C

I couldn't agree more. I went to go see that movie with my now, ex-girlfriend on November, 22nd, and I thought it tried copying Cloverfield's effects, somewhat. Also! I didn't enjoy the whole alien thing. Like I like aliens, but those aliens were awful in a sense of speaking, personal opinion that is. Anyways, in conclusion I'd rather see aliens storming the city on foot killing all humans within reach, this was alright, too.

Last movie I seen:

The Terminator (1984)
one of my favorite sci-fi movies of all time. I wouldn't want to run into the T-800 in a dark and secluded alleyway. :P Bravo.

siorai

12-13-2010, 09:16 AM

The Abandoned (2006): I was quite torn on this one. On one hand I found the atmosphere to be great. It started off very creepy and I thought I was in for some good scares. But the plot just got a bit too vague, a bit too mysterious for my liking. Some elements worked really well, while others just didn't seem to fit. I think that after Genesis and especially Aftermath I was just expecting a bit more out of Cerdà.

Doc Faustus

12-13-2010, 12:18 PM

I Drink Your Blood

It's amazing. The third best zombie movie of all time.

FreddyMyers

12-13-2010, 09:00 PM

SHUTTER ISLAND:

I honestly wasnt that impressed. The atmosphere was ok and camera work was good but was easy to predict. In fact it has almost the exact same story line as another movie. Dont wanna say the name of the movie cause itll give away the entire plot of Shutter Island. If youve seen both movies you know what I mean. Good acting. Great score. Bad storyline.

zwoti

12-14-2010, 09:58 AM

forbidden world
let the right one in
pig hunt
the beast in space
psych 9
black eagle
rapid fire
lethal weapon 4
the tortured
7 days
autopsy
parasomnia
red mist
asylum
the color purple
beyond therapy

newb

12-14-2010, 10:03 AM

forbidden world
let the right one in
pig hunt
the beast in space
psych 9
black eagle
rapid fire
lethal weapon 4
the tortured
7 days
autopsy
parasomnia
red mist
asylum
the color purple
beyond therapy

The Color Purple doesn't seem to fit in that list.

zwoti

12-14-2010, 10:13 AM

The Color Purple doesn't seem to fit in that list.

thought i would try and sneak it in there :p

Freak

12-14-2010, 03:57 PM

Devil

Not to bad I suppose.The ending was pretty weak.

phantomstranger

12-14-2010, 08:39 PM

"5 Card Stud" (1968)
-Dean Martin, Robert Mitchum

Plot: IMDB
After a card shark is caught cheating, he is taken out and lynched by the drunkards he was playing against. Soon afterwards, the men who were in the lynch mob start being murdered, one after another; all by hanging. Who will be killed next and who is responsible? Is it one of the original party seeking to cover their accursed deed, or perhaps the mysterious Rev. Jonathan Rudd, who has recently arrived in town?

Phantom's Review: Highly entertaining western mystery. Martin and Mitchum are terrific. A fun popcorn movie
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Monet's Muse

12-14-2010, 11:30 PM

Zombie Women Of Satan

The Flayed One

12-15-2010, 08:28 AM

The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra
http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTLv-k3i23_wio23bLP3sP3SdDClDmKtlhgwWz9ZLOk9uXldINw

MST3K had a bastard child. This is a really fun movie. The themes might wear thin towards the end, but the fun campiness is a riot for most of the movie.

Poultrygeist
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Not as good as I'd hoped. The musical scenes are great and well acted, but a lot of the movie comes off as same old, re-hashed Troma. Not as good as Tromeo and Juliet or Terror Firmer IMHO. Still a decent watch, even if it's a little stale.

roshiq

12-15-2010, 11:30 AM

Deadland (2010)

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>>: D

Detention (2010)

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>>: D

Angra

12-15-2010, 12:07 PM

"Toy Story 3" 8-9/10

Probably the saddest cartoon movie i've ever seen.

phantomstranger

12-15-2010, 02:52 PM

"Warlock" (1959)
-Richard Widmark, Henry Fonda, Anthony Quinn

Plot: IMDB
The town of Warlock is plagued by a gang of thugs, leading the inhabitants to hire Clay Blaisdell, a famous gunman, to act as marshal. When Blaisdell appears, he is accompanied by his friend Tom Morgan, a club-footed gambler who is unusually protective of Blaisdell's life and reputation. However, Johnny Gannon, one of the thugs who has reformed, volunteered to accept the post of official sheriff in rivalry to Blaisdell; and a woman arrives in town accusing Blaisdell and Morgan of having murdered her fiance. The stage is set for a complex set of moral and personal conflicts.

Phantom's Review: Excellent western drama. Great acting, plot, cinematography and direction. One of the best.
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psycho d

12-16-2010, 04:39 AM

Terribly Happy (2008). Terribly Happy begins with a mythic tale told of an oddity introduced to this distant Danish town, then proceeding in its own fashion to explain the myth with the following story. A film whose genre is not to be pinned down, it dances around being a western, film noir, dark comedy, and a wicked tale comparable to Lynch or even the Coen Brothers. Oozing with symbolism, this smart little number begins with the common "fish out of water" premise, exposing our little fish to the ways of the town, ways not exactly friendly towards our protagonist's agenda. This town takes care of its own. As in all noir, his biggest problem is a problematic dame, sultry, sexy, and of course dangerous. With each twist and turn, our so-called hero only finds himself further bogged down in the quagmire of domestic shenaniganry, reminding us of the importance of the town's bog, a bog whose first introduction was in the intro's mythic tale. The acting was supreme throughout, with the lead's near deadpan expression punctuated with the occasional twitch or furrowed brow, hints of the tumult hidden within. The story was solid and fun, a story founded on well-known secrets that are to remain in the shadows. Fast-pace throughout, it never feels rushed, and there is just enough time to breathe before the next climatic moment. The music was discomfiting, a tad askew, just like the town. The direction and camera work were sublime, each smoothly supporting the other to create a seamless story. Not until the credits role does the comic side of this grim little film show its face; timing is everything.
Genruk

newb

12-16-2010, 10:06 AM

_____V_____

12-16-2010, 10:57 AM

Ordinary People

The Virgin Suicides

The Kite Runner

Angra

12-16-2010, 11:26 AM

"the possession of david o'reilly" 3-4/10

I didn't get it. At all.

Good performances tho, but too much yelling and screaming for my taste.

And yes, as Stacilayne mentioned the camera work was quite odd to say the least.

roshiq

12-17-2010, 01:54 AM

Magic (1978)

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>>: A-

psycho d

12-17-2010, 07:08 AM

you do some very eloquent reviews.....kudos.

got this one on my netflix queue

Thanks.

Daughters of Darkness (1971). This delicate slow-burner is more an artistic flourish with horror undertones than a horror flick proper. Eschewing a genre's unstated guidelines, Daughters of Darkness takes us on a sensual journey where the inexplicable, or maybe the ineffable, becomes the source of its eroticism. Blood is not made squeamish, but uncomfortably attractive. Antagonists shift places, back story developments lead to perfectly ambiguous dead ends, or even better, discomforting back alleys of ignominy, culture's ugly little secret kept hidden in the closet. The acting ranged from the supreme performance of Delphine Seyrig to the occasionally wooden Danielle Ouimet, but the artistic flair of the whole overpowers the particulars, and such trivials need not matter. The direction was sublime. Kumel's style is what brings this near-classic to the forefront of envy by its competition. The camera work deserves more than a mere mention. Each and every shot was composed with care, utilized color and/or shadow to the fullest, and employed techniques to extract the ethereal sensation of the moment without ever feeling ostensibly ambitious. And the score ranged from deliciously cheezy to eloquent depending on the screen's mood. In all, the Daughters of Darkness is a masterpiece that should be studied but never copied. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

newb

12-17-2010, 10:08 AM

DEVIL

Wasn't expecting much.......but this movie delivered.

scouse mac

12-17-2010, 11:17 AM

Antichrist

Not entirely sure what the the hell was going on, some very graphic and disturbing imagery but these little punches to the stomach were too few and far between. Fairly sure I wont watch it again.

newb

12-17-2010, 06:00 PM

Vengeance

enjoyed this one

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very stylish

_____V_____

12-17-2010, 06:14 PM

The Haunted Mansion.

Boy, Eddie Murphy goes out of his way to be terribly annoying. No surprises there. Didn't find even a single gag to smile at least once, let alone laugh.

Piranha 3D.

Water slaughter!

"Just when you thought you were completely safe to go into a lake's waters..."

psycho d

12-18-2010, 05:13 AM

Out of the Past (1947). Opening in the sleepy town of Bridgeport, the tone seems more appropriate for an episode of The Walton's than a film noir classic, but the shadows are not held back for long. In rolls Paul Valentine, an unctuous character from our hero's past, a city-slickin' smudge quite out of sync in this idyllic town whose industry is trout fishing. The story employs a simple yet wonderful mix of timeline and narration, ploys that oft not work but that are supreme in this director's hands. The story itself keeps the viewer just one notch behind the moment, with perfect twists and turns and never a dull moment. Even more snappy than the story is the dialog, with poetic delivery on all accounts. Robert Mitchum is stellar in this role he was made to play, a witty detective with but one shortcoming, a stupidity expressed in the company of dangerous dames, and Jane Greer's role proved just the chemistry for Mitchum's IQ adjustment. No greater dame noir has better lit up the screen, with her understated performance of ostensible alliance shifts only belied by the slightest of glances. Jacques Touneur's direction is nothing slight of masterful, and this was probably the best work of his career. With the wholesome out-of-doors mingling with the seedy underbelly of city life, the shadowy world of the latter proves too dank a character, leaving its stain on the otherwise pristine countryside. These two worlds make better neighbors than friends. In the end our protag must come to a choice between that which is good and that which he is only good for. No greater ocean could fill this chasm.
Genruk

roshiq

12-18-2010, 05:52 AM

Hatchet II (2010)

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>>: C

Lifeforce (1985)

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>>: B+

zwoti

12-18-2010, 03:07 PM

the last supper
dead set
vacancy 2

tachii

12-18-2010, 04:38 PM

Dead Snow
Grace

roshiq

12-19-2010, 01:16 AM

13 Tzameti (2005)

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An excellent & beautifully tense French thriller with an art house treatment! What a game of gambling! Loved it.:)

>>: A

13 (2010)

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Like the terrible way George Sluizer remade his masterpiece (Spoorloos aka The Vanishing) in Hollywood, Gela Babluani almost did the same thing here to his own original work.
May be it wasn't actually that bad as I'm saying but it wasn't actually a good experience at all to watch it just after seeing the original. I think their intention to get too smart with the story & the characters mostly done the damage along with a bunch of wrong cast.

>>: C-

psycho d

12-19-2010, 04:40 AM

13 Tzameti (2005)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/13T.jpg

An excellent & beautifully tense French thriller with an art house treatment! What a game of gambling! Loved it.:)

>>: A

13 (2010)

>>: C-

Agreed. Unbelievably good!

Mumsy, Nanny, Sonny, & Girly (1970). Girly is a Mother Goose and Grim Fairy tale gone horribly and delightfully wrong. The slow buildup in its incipience lays the foundations of a family ostensibly perfect but deeply tragic, with the elements of tragedy to be foisted upon anyone unfortunate enough to stumble into this sinister family's neighborhood. Once the incredulous nature of the family is accepted, what follows is but a brilliant and black comedy with an unsettling nature. Girly not only drags the viewer along, but lures us into the agency of misconduct in its sordid and naughty affairs, rooting for the most seductively corrupted Girly. The story is nothing short of zany, but its premise is easily swallowed once the savor of this cinematic dish is tasted. As the thick of the plot develops, nothing is apparent or predictable, leaving us nothing to do but relish the next bout of mischief. The acting was splendid, with Vanessa Howard leading the fray, seamlessly changing her polar deportment like a diva changes outfits. The rest of the cast is just as delightful, but it is Vanessa that captures the dark shadows in our hearts. The sing-song dialog only adds to this inappropriate affection. The direction is magnetic, taking an outlandish premise and crafting it into the darkest of comedies, where backstory and plausibility are thrown to the wind in order to exact the most devious pleasure possible. The camera occasionally flexes its prowess, but for most of the run time it seems happy to take a back seat and let this audacious dispatch tell the story without need of overbearing celluloid arrogance. As this flick finally begins to wind down, its denouement sets aflame another volatile fuse for our imaginations to cogitate upon, more shenaniganry to be explored after the eject button has been employed. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

iSeymore

12-19-2010, 01:20 PM

Trailer Park Boys: Say Goodnight to the Bad Guys (2008)
9.5/10 Loved it, filmed in my home town of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. Big fan of the series.

Sistinas666

12-19-2010, 01:26 PM

Trailer Park Boys: Say Goodnight to the Bad Guys (2008)
9.5/10 Loved it, filmed in my home town of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. Big fan of the series.

Great flick! I love TPBs, I discovered them a few years back and now own all 7 seasons and both movies! Funniest show ever!!!!!!!!

Have you heard anything about the new series the actors from TPBs are doing? I thought it was supposed to be out by now.....:confused:

Ferox13

12-19-2010, 02:15 PM

I loved TPB series but though the film were kinda weak..

http://kinkycyborg.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/dear-mr-gacy-blu-ray-dvd-cover.jpg

Decent and enjoyable but I'm such a William Forsythe fanboy. Great story that could have been better with a better script and protagonist..still worth seeing..

I'd be interested to see how close this is to the real story..

phantomstranger

12-19-2010, 09:00 PM

"House Of Dark Shadows"

One of my favorites

psycho d

12-20-2010, 04:43 AM

Purple Noon (1960). Where other flicks merely take a stab at creating a psycho-thriller Purple Noon succeeds admirably. No gratuitous violence, chase scenes, explosions and such are needed, but instead attention to the actual unraveling of the story. It doesn't even know that it is such a thriller. Of course, much of its success can be attributed to Alain Delon. His cool-headed and calculating performance is belied by his incredible good looks. Attractive people, so the minds conjures, are simply not capable of nefarious deeds. And yet all the makings of a sociopath determinedly focused on some naughty business are there for all to see, character and audience alike. In fact, it is the incongruity with perceived reality that lures us into cheering for Delon's Mr. Ripley, even though his intentions are clearly far from good. Without Delon this piece might not have succeeded so. Of course, the supporting cast was magnificent from top to bottom. Even minor players turned out compelling pieces. The directorial impress of Rene Clement can be no more evident than in Purple Noon; everything works through ostensible simplicity that belies the complexities of such a sublime creation. The cinematography here was no less biting or breathtaking, with the sailboat scene about as harrowing a piece as has ever been done. The minimalist score was simply perfect, leaving me with something to whistle my way back to reality whence this fine cinematic triumph had found its dock. Merci beaucoup.
Genruk

roshiq

12-21-2010, 12:18 AM

Requiem for a Vampire (1971)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/requiemforavampire1.jpg

A pretty unusual ending! It was really rare to find such a kindhearted vampire in those days.:D

>>: C+

Lynch Mob (2009)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/lynchmob.jpg

Italian mobsters vs a pedophile lunatic in a cursed town where its cannibal residents just can't die so easily! :D

An interesting plot for an Indie effort but executed kinda poorly.

>>: C+

psycho d

12-21-2010, 05:03 AM

Ex Drummer (2007). Initiated through an exercise of irritation, this entry merely sets the mood for the viewer to best take in a film of the dregs of Belgian society, what could have been the circus freaks of yesteryear, such that we can tolerate the barrage of insults, violence and obscenities that permeates the collective filth that accumulates at the bottom of society's garbage pail. Add to this a highfalutin character whose agenda seems only to find amusement at the expense of even more suffering and we have the premise of Ex Drummer, a film that is likely to find short company in the ring where the heavy weights are scaled in their capacity to offend. What seems merely some glorious effort to be obnoxious slowly and surely reveals that no other means could have expressed this story with authenticity, to be other than derelict punk rock would be to compromise, a maneuver that would be quickly sniffed out by the true cinephile. As the story finds its way, it seamlessly flirts with multiple genres, from mocumentary to horror to fantasy to god knows what else. The initial insults to the viewer become requisite metaphors, a symbolic euphemism to define a class of mankind best left to the other side of the tracks. The acting was superb, each and every discomfiting character doing his and her utmost to revel in social disgust all to the horror of the audience. The direction was initially over-the-top insane, but as stated, no other means could have been true to form. The effects upon one's composure by the end are nigh palpable. The camera work is to be lauded. Every scene captures the mood perfectly, from vicious cruelty, abject despair, lurid sexuality, to the capricious outbursts that are to be expected from the urban peasants that are the real stars of the film. Even the protagonist is captured perfectly, a cold and calculating character that is captured by a cold and calculating lens. A reprieve for the soul is occasionally offered by way of the soundtrack. In between the apropos thrashiness, an almost melodic medley oozes out to help the viewer collect himself, to realize that no exercise in cruel futility is being played upon him. This film is not joke where the punch line is only to be enjoyed by its creators, but instead a savage look at two elements of life that rarely find company and for good reason.
Genruk

phantomstranger

12-21-2010, 02:58 PM

The Muppet Christmas Carol

ChronoGrl

12-21-2010, 03:59 PM

Black Swan (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0947798/)

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Wow. Just - Wow.

The words "stunning" and "mesmerizing" barely do this film justice. I had heard that this movie was getting rave reviews, but my raised hopes did not even meet how phenomenal this movie is.

To tell you the truth, I was torn about Darren Aronofsky prior to seeing this movie - I found Requiem for a Dream to be incredibly bleak, but a piece of art in its own right. Pi I found interesting, The Fountain I couldn't stand, and The Wrestler was incredibly disappointing for me. But something that I can grant Aronofsky is that he is definitely a director with a distinct point of view, and every film has its own directorial style...

Black Swan is no different - An incredibly intense slow-burner, this character-driven psychological thriller is completely different from Aronofsky's previous works, this time taking a page from Hitchcock. Black Swan is dark, deeply disturbing and passionate, truly a film that will keep you on the edge of your seats. Coupled with the striking backdrop of Swan Lake, this character piece is at times horrifying and breath taking. Quite frankly, I haven't seen Natalie Portman this astute. Ever. Hands down, this is the best movie of 2010.

Best Movie
Best Director
Best Actress

Hands down. Loved it. Go see it. Immediately.

5/5.

Scarebaby

12-21-2010, 10:52 PM

I had no idea Black Swan was out already! I friggin' love Aronofsky!

psycho d

12-22-2010, 03:31 AM

There is nary a word other than exrtaordinary in the reviews of Black Swan. Cannot wait to see it.
g

_____V_____

12-22-2010, 08:22 PM

On my must-see list for awhile now...still hasn't released over here yet.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61wGrYO622L._AA300_.jpg

An underrated and overlooked comedy masterpiece. See it now, if you haven't already.

* * * *

roshiq

12-23-2010, 12:07 AM

Motel Hell (1980)

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>>: B+

Witness for the Prosecution (1957)

Billy Wilder's treatment on Agatha Christie's story in a Hitchcockian fashion!! Along with a magnificent cast, it was splendid to watch Charles Laughton's brilliant performance in this suspense packed courtroom thriller.

>>: A

Deadfall Trail (2009)

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>>: C

psycho d

12-23-2010, 04:37 AM

Doghouse (2009). Doghouse is schlock horror that works on two levels. Of course the first enjoys a base level of masculinity where 30 somethings that are stuck in puberty are thrown into a horrorfest that just begs for some misogynist hat tricks. Doghouse delivers here without flinching, but it surprisingly does so without being too offensive. Don't get me wrong, leave the girlfriend at home unless this is part of your insidious plans to break it off with her. On another level, whether conscious or not, Doghouse captures some truths of the incongruity of men and women, at least in terms of the male perception of women and his inherent fears of feminine stereotypes. Jung might have had a say in the creation of these feminine archetypes and the deep seated fears that fester in our emotionally retarded gender. Jake West stays true to form given some enhanced production value and Doghouse never pretends to be anything more than a horror comedy, comedy that works for the most part. The premise gives birth to many avenues of misogynist exploitation, and these roads are explored with the verve of a schoolboy looking through his first smutty rag. The acting was enjoyable, with notables Danny Dyer leading the fray and the ever enjoyable Emily Booth threatening to snip away our manhood. The gore-o-meter readings should be sufficient to satisfy most gore hounds. And though the ending was a bit of a letdown, the fun beginning and spoofs that follow more than make this a stupid good time for any testicular laden biped. Merci beaucoup.
d

massacre man

12-23-2010, 10:06 AM

I had no idea Black Swan was out already! I friggin' love Aronofsky!

He's directing the next Wolverine movie.

Buried

Black Swan

ChronoGrl

12-23-2010, 01:35 PM

He's directing the next Wolverine movie.

Buried

Black Swan

What did you think of Black Swan?

Elvis_Christ

12-23-2010, 03:04 PM

Starship Troopers

Picked up the boxset so I've been getting thru the series. Verhoeven is an amazing director he just brings so much stylistically to the table and lifts the bar on what would usually just be typical genre fodder (this film could've easily have been more like it's sequel had he not been at the helm). This still holds up well but is notably less dark in tone than his previous films.

Starship Troopers 2

Nowhere near as bad as I remember it but still very average after how good the first film is. Lacks any of the class it's predecessor had and it's socially commentary falls pretty flat but I liked the premise of the bug controlling people. Bit of a waste really considering this could've had a Aliens meets The Thing going on if it had a better director/cast/budget. I'm hoping the third one's better.

Motel Hell (1980)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/MotelHell.jpg

>>: B+

One of my all time favorites. That's one of the flicks that got me into horror in a big way. That scene where he scares the kids is priceless :D

massacre man

12-23-2010, 09:11 PM

What did you think of Black Swan?

I thought it was pretty damn great, not my favorite of the year though. I haven't seen The Fighter, True Grit, or 127 Hours. I'm sure those'll end up in my top 10 for the year, as of now Black Swan is in there amongst The Town, The Social Network, Buried, Let Me In, Shutter Island, Toy Story 3, and my favorite of the year, Inception.

Natalie Portman completely deserves Best Actress. The movie was beautiful, disturbing, and jerked me around trying to figure out what was going on. This is a terrible review but I haven't had a chance to properly compile my thoughts on it. So forgive the terribleness.

Wow, I am surprised terribleness is actually word that Spellcheck doesn't catch.

ChronoGrl

12-24-2010, 06:09 AM

The Town, The Social Network, Buried, Let Me In, Shutter Island, Toy Story 3, and my favorite of the year, Inception.

I really need to catch up on my movie-watching... The only ones of those I've seen are Shutter Island and Toy Story 3, both of which I thought were fantastic.

roshiq

12-24-2010, 10:21 PM

Black Swan (2010)

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Very glad that after Shutter Island this year here’s another brilliant movie that comes with bit of an old school vibe of dark, twisted psychological thriller and the great news is this time in Black Swan the content gets unpredictably impulsive, results a shattering experience in a Roman Polanskian way. As Darren Aronofsky already admitted after making the film, there’s an adequate influence of Polanski’s Repulsion & The Tenant in Black Swan. And as a great fan of this sub genre I like to salute his effort & the way he make use of that ‘influence’ in his own convincing fashion.
Aronosky proved his talent in dealing with dark, sophisticated & thought provoking subject matter in his earlier films like Requiem for a Dream & The Fountain (haven’t seen Pi yet). After The Wrestler he depicts a complete different art in Black Swan with darkly gleaming looks where again performance is disturbingly demanding. It’s a daunting tale of a ballerina (or we can say BalleNina) who gets lost into a spiral web of delusional fantasy and chilling reality. Like the theatrical tragic finale of Swan Lake, Portman remarkably delivered a ‘perfect’ & her career defining performance in this film. Kudos to the great little, powerful supporting cast who all gave a much needed perspective on Nina's slowly developing descendants into the madness.

Overall, a nail-ripping provocative thriller indeed which is surely one of the best in 2010.

>>: A

And Soon the Darkness (2010)

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1970’s original is one of my all time favorites. I like that a lot for its beautiful camera works & the way Robert Fuest developed & maintained the suspense till the end. So I wasn’t expecting that much from this remake but the thing is it had some potential to be at least decent. The production value, cinematography were good enough like the two beautiful female lead (hey V, one of them is Amber Heard!:cool:). But the disappointment comes just when the mystery begins to unfold and specially the way they wasted Karl Urban with his role at that point of the film.

>>: C+

Buried (2010)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Buried.jpg

It’s literally a 90 minute movie about a man trapped in a coffin. This may not appeal to all, but director Rodrigo Cortes made it wonderfully work with continuous several plot twists to maximize the suspense and solitary actor Ryan Reynolds delivered a pretty convincing performance (but I still think he’s the wrong choice for Hal Jordan aka Green Lantern:D) that expressively displays the nature of his terrifying ordeal. Overall, it’s an intelligent & creative thrill ride with a single character and a single setting that successfully holds the tension and toying with the viewer's anticipations from start to finish.

>>: A-

cheebacheeba

12-25-2010, 05:54 AM

Despicable me - Much better than I was expecting...still in the realms of "family friendly" but does what it does well. I liked it, it was actually quite funny.

Dead Mans Shoes - Found some of the dialogue difficult to hear/understand but overall a very good film...it was pretty tragic, and left me feeling pretty unsettled but I suppose that speaks to it's success.

Monet's Muse

12-25-2010, 03:34 PM

Slow Torture Puke Chamber
Black Swan

roshiq

12-25-2010, 10:12 PM

Never Let Me Go (2010)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/NLMG.jpg

A pretty slow paced, sad romantic drama with a very low-key sci-fi content.

>>: B

Unstoppable (2010)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Unstoppable.jpg

Fast paced, action packed a happy Hollywood movie. They rarely made this kinda entertainment film now days.

>>: B+

Caenxavier

12-25-2010, 10:41 PM

...My friends and I decided to get into the holiday cheer....

Santa Claus (1959)

With the aid of Merlin, Santa Claus must defeat the evil machinations of the devil Pitch to ruin Xmas.

Here is a link. (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053241/)

Also watched suspect 0, that was rad as hell.

Sistinas666

12-25-2010, 10:42 PM

Starship Troopers

I'm hoping the third one's better.

:D

It isn't.

I loved the first one but the sequels suck leper balls.

cheebacheeba

12-26-2010, 12:00 AM

I never bothered with the third Starship Troopers...the second one was in my opinion completely sub par...I actually got about 25 minutes into this before I switched it off, which is something I rarely do, but yeah...not my thing at all.
I would not specifically OBJECT to seeing the third, considering it's meant to be at least a little bit more of a continuation of the first one than the second was, but yeah I'm not about to rush out and grab it.
The animated series is something I watched a few times, actually thought that was pretty decent.

Watched:

A Serbian film - Yeah pretty nasty I suppose...though the one scene it's "known" for to me actually looked pretty deliberately fake (kuato comes to mind), but yeah otherwise it was fairly brutal and depressing.
...I don't know if I was confused or not, but I thought I'd heard something about someone being forced to eat a dick in this? did not see that...so what I read must have been talking not quite about "eating".
It's not a bad attempt at a first film though.

The Horde (La horde)
Actually I thought this was one of the better "zombie" films I'd seen in a while...I had not heard of it before I grabbed it, and don't regret that I did.
Not the most fulfilling ending, but some good gore/splatter, decent atmosphere and some great violence against zombies.
Characters and storyline...meh...but it was above all enjoyable, I'd reco it to zombie fans looking for something new.

Horror4ever

12-27-2010, 09:02 AM

House of the Wolf Man

zwoti

12-27-2010, 12:00 PM

the expendables
the a-team

Angra

12-27-2010, 01:14 PM

"I Love You Phillip Morris" 7/10 - Thin, thin story and a lot of gay intimity that made me cringe several times. BUT it did have me laughing here and there. And once again Carrey did good. Really good.

"The loved ones" 8/10 - Amazing how a movie can work this well with a story that simple. Recommended to all horrorfans. If not for the story then for the performance of Robin McLeavy. You gotta love her character even tho she's utterly insane. :D (Too bad the genre doesn't allow her to be considered an Oscar nommination for best supporting actress).

"Black Swan" 8/10 - and the Oscar goes to.... Sure, Portmans performance was flawless and the movie WAS good, no question about it. I'm just not a big ballet fan, so i honestly got a bit bored with all the dancing scenes. The rest was good. Predictable but good. And the finger-flesh ripping scene in the bathroom... brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.. GOD DAMN NASTY!!!!

"Bad Ronald" 6-7/10 - Unique story. Poor guy. :(

"Home movie" 3-4/10 - everything about it was disappointing.

Ferox13

12-28-2010, 01:42 AM

And Soon the Darkness (2010)

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>>: C+WOw didn't realise they remade that - loved the original.

roshiq

12-28-2010, 01:44 AM

"The loved ones" 8/10 - Amazing how a movie can work this well with a story that simple. Recommended to all horrorfans. If not for the story then for the performance of Robin McLeavy. You gotta love her character even tho she's utterly insane. :D (Too bad the genre doesn't allow her to be considered an Oscar nommination for best supporting actress).

"Black Swan" 8/10 - and the Oscar goes to.... Sure, Portmans performance was flawless and the movie WAS good, no question about it. I'm just not a big ballet fan, so i honestly got a bit bored with all the dancing scenes. The rest was good. Predictable but good. And the finger-flesh ripping scene in the bathroom... brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.. GOD DAMN NASTY!!!!

Good to know that you liked Loved Ones. Pretty well made & executed with a good cast.

Oh yeah...I so much loved that 'finger-flesh-ripping' scene in Black Swan that first time I even rewind & watched it again.:D

Angra

12-28-2010, 02:16 AM

Oh yeah...I so much loved that 'finger-flesh-ripping' scene in Black Swan that first time I even rewind & watched it again.:D

That's because you're sick, Ros. ;) :D

good vs evil

12-28-2010, 02:19 AM

Watched "The Experiment" with Adrien Brody and "Easy A" with Emma Stone. Both equally great, but very much equally different.

Sistinas666

12-28-2010, 03:25 AM

Watched "The Experiment" with Adrien Brody.

I watched that a few days ago, I really liked it.

psycho d

12-28-2010, 04:38 AM

Cronos (1993). Guillermo del Toro's debut is a splendid take on a hit or oft miss genre. del Toro hits his mark with this Mexican offering that blends alchemical fantasy with the horror genre. Instead of centering on gore or relentless action, del Toro keeps the focus on life, and what is lost when life is pursued for quantity instead of quality. The story is simple but effective, with elements that could have seemed silly with another director's execution. The symbolism here is thick, and delightfully so. The actors are all appropriately named, marking their fundamental role in this rich flick. The tension is slow to build, but this only serves to fuel our appetites, like offering a snack on Thanksgiving morning in order to stave off our appetite for the ever-so distant afternoon feast. The acting was incredible, from the kindly grandfather, the silent and expression-filled child, and Ron Perlman's vanity-stricken thugness. As well, each character adds his or own unique caricature of humanity, ranging from the innocent truth of youth to the blinding delusion that tempts the aging into its nefarious snare. Blending horror with apropos comedy (like Perlman's abused nose), this low-budget movie will leave the audience with the feeling that they got their money's worth and more. The technicalities were assured, with the cinematographer to later offer his services to the likes of Tarantino and Rodriguez. With an ending whose simplicity marks the film's brilliance (literally), Cronos should enjoy a classic status when that movie birthday comes around. Merci beaucoup.
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roshiq

12-28-2010, 07:36 AM

Rampage (2009)

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Surprisingly a pretty decent film from Uwe Boll! With a story content like that I think he really did an appreciating job, specially as a director. Moreover the lead character also delivered a fine performance here. Overall an interesting tensed action rampage with a nice little twist at the end. Liked it.

>>: B+

Hunter Prey (2010)

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Old school style a pretty good low budget full length Sci-Fi feature from the same guy who made such nice short like Batman: Dead End (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zn53yhjsDM) & that trailer World's Finest (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsmqc4RhSQY). He did his best within the limited budget & capacity in this nice action pack sci-fi story with continuous twists & turns till the end. With a better budget I believe he and his crew could have really done some more great work. Cause this guy (Sandy Collora) really has the potential & talent to make bunch of cool films in coming days.

>>: B+

Despare

12-28-2010, 08:40 AM

Holiday Inn

I love Bing

siorai

12-29-2010, 07:50 AM

Saw 3D: Overall, I've liked the Saw series for the most part. The last few have become a bit stagnant though. The first was great, then at least with the sequels they tried to change it up a bit. After that they became quite formulaic. At least there seemed to be an over-arcing storyline being woven throughout the series which made it far more interesting than your typical slasher series like Friday the 13th or Freddy.

But now we come to what supposedly is the final movie. What a poor way to end the series. Although I guess technically they did end it in such a fashion that if they so chose, they could continue milking the franchise. I just couldn't get over the bad writing, the laughable special effects (strawberry jam-bright CGI blood and very silly looking CGI deaths), and just how none of the traps felt very Saw-like as they all pretty much felt unsurvivable. I sincerely hope that this is the actual final addition to the series. It's just too bad that it's such a terrible end to it all.

Sistinas666

12-29-2010, 12:02 PM

Ex Drummer- 8/10

Another excellent flick from Europe!!!!!!

phantomstranger

12-29-2010, 02:41 PM

"True Grit" (2010)
-Jeff Bridges

I gotta admit, I was surprised by how much I liked this film. Great acting, cinematography and dialog. It doesn't embarrass the original film and might actually bring new fans to the western genre. Go see it, I think you'll like it,

newb

12-29-2010, 04:19 PM

been down with the flu

9 hours of LOTR

EPIC

scouse mac

12-30-2010, 12:52 PM

been down with the flu

9 hours of LOTR

EPIC

Fantastic! Would that be the extended versions?

scouse mac

12-30-2010, 12:55 PM

Cronos (1993).

You're right, a great film sometimes forgotten thanks to the success of Pans Labyrinth & The Orphanage. Good review d

psycho d

12-31-2010, 06:41 AM

You're right, a great film sometimes forgotten thanks to the success of Pans Labyrinth & The Orphanage. Good review d
Grazi...

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009). This Swedish thriller begins by crafting some character tension and then goes on to provide a rather meaty story. Unlike US flicks, it follows its own movie infrastructure, in effect placing moments of tension and resolve into its refreshing occupation, and the result is more than satisfying. At first the title seems a misnomer, but as the story builds up the titular character reveals her significance, and in fact earns her name in the limelight. The acting was stupendous all around, with some great names in the background playing roles that supported the two main protags instead of trying to outshine them. The characters, instead of being the typical caricatures found in film, instead are slowly revealed to be real people with believably difficult pasts, engaging the audience to root for them but not to be let down by the difficulty of their choices.The main theme of this flick is handled with care, and instead of insulting the viewer's intelligence it remains subtle enough for esteemed contemplation during and after its enjoyment. The technicalities are all handled with a polished professionalism, and the result is a flick that grabs the audience for the duration. Not a flick for every one, with compelling scenes that will disturb the sensitives in the crowd, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a must see for champions of foreign cinema that are not put off by some grim scenarios.
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