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LizfromJustSeenIt
04-13-2012, 09:37 AM
I wrote up a review of Cabin in the Woods! We also do webreviews so if you want to see more... We debate this film to the DEATH!
http://youtu.be/aLnF0K5tX20
I try to avoid knowing anything about a movie before I see it. This was an extremely beneficial strategy considering The Cabin In The Woods. I’m wary about saying too much. I think the most I can say is that this film is a horror comedy that basically serves to criticize the state of horror film today. Our filmmakers, Drew Goddard and Joss Whedon, estrange the concept of idiotic sex starved teenage characters isolated in the woods to make a point that this is not how horror films should be made. The script has fantastic set-up full of extended suspense and absurdity, and we find our cabin residents (our 5 young-un’s) very likeable by the time the horror begins. They are smart and witty and they also just happen to be very good looking. Without giving away too much, when it comes down to it, this film is absolutely Fun and should be a guaranteed good time for fans of the Whedonverse. SEE IT
What did you THINK?!
emoviecostumes
04-15-2012, 12:40 PM
Just saw the movie The Cabin in the Woods this weekend and I personally really liked it! It seemed liked a combination of a variety of different films including horror, action, sci-fi and comedy. I really liked the character development and how it is always keeping you on the edge of your seat! I definately agree with alot of the critics that this film will surprise you... I highly recommend seeing it!
MichaelMyers
04-15-2012, 03:03 PM
Two thumbs down.
TheWickerFan
04-16-2012, 02:07 AM
I really loved it. I'm glad I knew virtually nothing about it, so it was fun being surprised.
Nini_luv5
04-16-2012, 06:49 PM
I just came back from seeing this movie and I thought it was superb!
Other than being over-casted. I just think that everyone should have been B-actors that people rarely see or have never seen before, For instance Chris Hemsworth and Sigourney Weaver.
Other than that I thought it had an originally refreshing premise and overall plot :)
Ferox13
04-19-2012, 07:36 AM
Excellent film - great play on traditional horror stereotypes.
DickLaurentIsDead
04-27-2012, 11:34 PM
I was expecting something a little more original for an ending, but all in all a better than average movie.
sideonetrackone
05-02-2012, 06:24 AM
I absolutely loved it, but considering I'm a fan of Joss Whedon (Firefly and Dollhouse in particular) it's no surprise.
I even convinced my horror-neutral fiance to see it and she loved it. It's not something you can go into with any expectations. I saw it opening day in the afternoon so I was able to check it out before anyone ruined it for me (I know dumb people who inadvertently ruin stuff all the time)
Angra
05-02-2012, 06:50 AM
Agreed. It's a big plus not knowing a thing about this movie before seeing it, coz.... you don't see that ending coming. :D
Well, except for Dicklaurentisdead. He's obviously seen that ending many times before.. :rolleyes:
Funny. To me the ending was the strongest and most original part of the movie. The middle part, on the other hand, i had a problem with, coz I didn't findt THAT to be very original although it certainly wasn't boring at any time.
i loved it but had 2 thoughts: (spoilers ahead)
1) what if it had been more serious & less done for laughs (i really thought it was funny - laughed hysterically at speaker phone scene) what if the premise were more serious & dark?
2) i really want a sequel! impossible you say - no way. thousand years of serving up victims to these things surely some military type started figuring out how to kill them! it would be ALIENS meets Chthulu!!
fortunato
05-06-2012, 08:06 PM
2) i really want a sequel! impossible you say - no way. thousand years of serving up victims to these things surely some military type started figuring out how to kill them! it would be ALIENS meets Chthulu!!
But at the very end, the whole world ended. That was the price to pay for not completing the sacrifice.
Angra
05-07-2012, 12:10 AM
But at the very end, the whole world ended. That was the price to pay for not completing the sacrifice.
Yea, i'm thinking prequels.
hammerfan
05-07-2012, 04:26 AM
But at the very end, the whole world ended. That was the price to pay for not completing the sacrifice.
Really, dude? Some of us haven't seen it!
CannibalHolocaust
05-07-2012, 04:53 AM
what the fuck was this, it was fucking terrible i nodded off quite a bit but every time i jolted it up i was confused as hell. fuck this film!
sideonetrackone
05-07-2012, 05:52 AM
what the fuck was this, it was fucking terrible i nodded off quite a bit but every time i jolted it up i was confused as hell. fuck this film!
I generally like to make sure I watch a film before I declare it as terrible. That's like "reading a book" but skipping five chapters for every one chapter you read. :rolleyes: Of course you won't understand what's going on.
Your opinion is null and void.
we didn't actually see the world end - just a monstrous hand. I for one would love to see a Cloverfield-esque military fighting old gods (might just be me)
Angra
05-07-2012, 08:49 PM
I for one would love to see a Cloverfield-esque military fighting old gods (might just be me)
Yaaaaaaawn!!!
Makes me think of the utterly boring shooter "Battle Los Angeles".
Yaaaaaaawn!!!
Makes me think of the utterly boring shooter "Battle Los Angeles".
ye of little faith - i'm going to pitch this to Joss Whedon himself .... once he returns my calls .... once he gives me his number so i can call in the first place
Eman Resu
06-10-2012, 04:17 AM
I thought it was wonderful.
Its so rare that we find originality in modern horror. Say what you will about the execution, this was original. Also, it had a very "Whedon" sense of self.
Very clever, IMHO.
Might be my favorite movie of this year.
I also wrote it up a bit here (http://www.totallyfnawesome.net/2012/05/26/caution-cabin-in-the-woods-will-eat-your-face/).
Orian
09-23-2012, 05:06 PM
The denouement of Cabin in the Woods is like some sort of four dimensional post-modern Hieronymus Bosch painting. It is Hell but it is infinitely more fun than Heaven. It includes murder by unicorn. What more can you ask for?
http://www.redwedgemagazine.com/5/post/2012/09/joss-whedons-monster-riot.html
ChronoGrl
09-23-2012, 05:37 PM
Reposting here because I'd love to hear what y'all think. I know that J LOVED this, so bring it on, J! Tell me about it!
...
The Cabin in the Woods (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1259521/) (2011)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/cabin_zps774f49cd.jpg
Uhm. Ok. Wow.
I was really trying NOT to keep my hopes up for this one because I was worried that I'd be disappointed... But to be honest, this is truly one of those rare movies that remind me of what I absolutely love horror, gives me hope for modern horror movies, and just satisfies me as a fan. Simply stated, it's a horror movie lover's horror movie.
I love the nod to pretty much every movie trope ever (though my boyfriend kept pointing out the very obvious and prolific Raimi nods which drove me nuts but that's OK)...
I have a slight qualm over the ending, probably just because the scenes leading up to the end were so ridiculously AWESOME, GORY, SCARY, and esoteric, I didn't want it to end... And also I think this is one of those movies that's almost too clever for it's own good, meaning the story is so odd, unique, and dark that no ending would be satisfying.
HOWEVER...
I was just pontificating over how incredibly neat it would be if they released an extended Blu-Ray edition that had 4 alternative versions, based on what they were about the "choose" in the basement (the conch, the Pandora's ball, the necklace, the movie reel, the musicbox) - Would there be any difference in the ending based on there choice? I think it would be a neat way to extend this concept of modern sacrifice having to be based on the victim's will - If their will is different, does the world end? o.O The geek in me wants to find out.
Oh. OH. And I cheered out loud when Sigourney Weaver stepped in the final scenes... GEEKGASM!!!!!!!
I ALSO totally and absolutely geeked out to the nod to Portal - I mean... As a horror-loving console player, I've pretty much just wet myself with excitement over that.
Ridiculously good. Also one of those RARE self-conscious movies that isn't annoying and pretentious. It was very fun, very well-directed, and acted, and thoroughly enjoyable.
HIGHLY recommended.
4.5/5.
That's awesome to hear!! Looking forward to seeing this.
I won't knock it til I've seen it, though I've heard a lot of good about it including the review above.
Moved it to the top of my NetFlix queue so when they have I'll get it next.
I've seen some seriously bad movies in my day, and some that were so bad, they were good.
So, I've learned to give everything a shot personally before passing judgement. I hate a lot of stuff others have loved, so we'll see.
Posher778
09-24-2012, 11:42 AM
One of the greatest comedy horrors of all time, without exaggerating. This is one of those that for me, if you didn't like it, you didn't watch it. All bases covered, and it rocked. I spit soda everywhere and woke up everyone in my house laughing at the *Spoiler*
"Purge" button scene.
9/10 will buy and watch very often.
ChronoGrl
09-24-2012, 11:54 AM
Oh, God, that scene was brilliant. Didn't want it to end. I can barely express the joy it brought me.
Posher778
09-24-2012, 12:06 PM
Oh, God, that scene was brilliant. Didn't want it to end. I can barely express the joy it brought me.
My mom almost fell off the bed when it happened. She laughed so hard. That just shows the general audience should love it too.
braindamagefilms
09-24-2012, 02:38 PM
Didn't even know Joss Whedon did this movie lol, for that alone I want to see it. However all this positive talk surrounding it also makes me want to see it even more. Perfect time too since October is almost here!
braindamagefilms
09-24-2012, 02:39 PM
Didn't even know Joss Whedon did this movie lol, for that alone I want to see it. However all this positive talk surrounding it also makes me want to see it even more. Perfect time too since October is almost here!
ManicOne
09-24-2012, 03:56 PM
'Tis a fantastic film! Worth going in completely blind, and if you can find it at some obscure cinema, even better! As close to a 10/10 modern film has given us in the intelligent "horror" space.
fyfjoe
09-24-2012, 07:50 PM
I thought it was good, not great, but probably one of the best in "modern horror" . I was a bit disappointed in the ending, felt like they had it pretty much wrapped up and it could have done without the last minute or so.
I do agree with what someone said above about the alternate endings in reference to the basement, that'd be an awesome idea too bad they didn't do that.
Fearonsarms
09-24-2012, 07:58 PM
I do agree with what someone said above about the alternate endings in reference to the basement, that'd be an awesome idea too bad they didn't do that.
Yeah I also agree with you and Chronogrl I'd like to see that-I may even actually buy a blu-ray player especially for it.
Sentinel65
09-27-2012, 01:04 PM
Really great movie, very surprised. One of the more original movies that has come out in recent years. Perfect blend of horror and comedy.
chaibill
10-13-2012, 12:43 PM
Just saw it loved it. Any one buy the dvd? I'm wondering what kind of extra features are there. Netflix dvd didn't have any.
Any one find holes in the story?
thecarpenter666
10-13-2012, 05:40 PM
probably the most pathetic movie ever made, correction the most pathetic movie ever made!!!
ManicOne
10-14-2012, 07:46 PM
probably the most pathetic movie ever made, correction the most pathetic movie ever made!!!
Really??? As in; your true, honest opinion?
Of course each to their own and all, but if this holds true for you then either you have not seen many films, or your taste in cinema is oblique at best...
Posher778
10-14-2012, 08:02 PM
probably the most pathetic movie ever made, correction the most pathetic movie ever made!!!
Dumbass comment with no logical backing or any kind of truth to it. You no longer have credibility *~*~*Congratulations*~*~*
Angra
10-14-2012, 11:42 PM
Dumbass comment with no logical backing or any kind of truth to it. You no longer have credibility *~*~*Congratulations*~*~*
No longer? You mean he had before?
Dude's got a post count of 2, for crying out loud.
probably the most pathetic movie ever made, correction the most pathetic movie ever made!!!
Carpenter from FearNet? What's up brother?? It's Kaveman.
You have no idea what you're talking about on this movie, BTW, lol.
Nat94
10-15-2012, 06:39 AM
I liked it, I went ahead and bought it without knowing much about it and I don't regret my decision but I wished for a better ending..
Posher778
10-15-2012, 06:41 AM
No longer? You mean he had before?
Dude's got a post count of 2, for crying out loud.
I was trying to be glass half full for once! I figured you'd be proud.
Straker
10-21-2012, 02:28 PM
The Cabin in the Woods: Really enjoyed this one, proper popcorn movie. I thought the 'excuse' for following the typical slasher set-up was inspired. It does a great job of walking the line between giving the viewer what they want/ expect while still twisting enough to keep it feeling fresh and innovative. The best thing about this flick is it shows that you can satirise a genre while still being creative and offering a fresh approach... Pastiche cinema is largely the norm these days and its often an excuse for mediocrity, so its nice to see it done with some style for a change.
SPOILER:
Totally didn't see the cameo from Sigourney Weaver comming, which was awesome & loved the merman death scene...Was one of those scenes you see comming from a mile away but still can't contain your excitment over.
Quality flick, its definatley one I'll be adding to my collection and watching again. :cool:
42ndego
10-30-2012, 03:54 PM
I didn't care for this film, waaay too much CG. I liked the idea of the film though, but the ending was sloppy. It seemed as if the writers got 3/4 of a way done, smoked a joint, then decided to throw a bunch of random s*** out there.
TheCOSDSPope
11-28-2012, 08:37 PM
The Church's take: REVIEW (thechurchofsplatterdaysaints.blogspot.com/2012/10/the-cabin-in-woods-drew-goddard-2012.html)
- Razor88
Tom McAlister
12-12-2012, 02:26 PM
I didn't care for this film, waaay too much CG. I liked the idea of the film though, but the ending was sloppy. It seemed as if the writers got 3/4 of a way done, smoked a joint, then decided to throw a bunch of random s*** out there.
Really? Actually, the director tried to do everything he could practically. Tried to limit the CG down to the bare minimum.
tom
Tom McAlister
12-12-2012, 02:29 PM
Other than being over-casted. I just think that everyone should have been B-actors that people rarely see or have never seen before, For instance Chris Hemsworth and Sigourney Weaver.
Other than that I thought it had an originally refreshing premise and overall plot :)
Actually at the time of the filming of it, Chris was an unknown. It sat on the shelf for two years because the first studio that had it went bankrupt.
tom
Despare
12-13-2012, 07:58 PM
Interesting that people want to see another movie in the series... not me... I want a TV show (obviously it would all come before the movie cannon-wise)! I mean think about all the set-ups they could show. Failures, successes, all the different creatures and triggers... it would be Heavenly. The only reoccurring characters would be the guys and gals in the control rooms around the world but you could have a running story there if need be.
Interesting that people want to see another movie in the series... not me... I want a TV show (obviously it would all come before the movie cannon-wise)! I mean think about all the set-ups they could show. Failures, successes, all the different creatures and triggers... it would be Heavenly. The only reoccurring characters would be the guys and gals in the control rooms around the world but you could have a running story there if need be.
That's a great idea.
ImmortalSlasher
12-14-2012, 08:57 AM
I have a review coming. I saw this twice and have some feelings with spoilers I want to cut loose.
hammerfan
12-14-2012, 09:15 AM
I have a review coming. I saw this twice and have some feelings with spoilers I want to cut loose.
Put out a warning when you do. I haven't seen it yet.
ImmortalSlasher
12-16-2012, 08:36 AM
Put out a warning when you do. I haven't seen it yet.
Warning!!! Review coming with some other pics that maybe spoilers. But this stuff is mentioned in past posts.
ImmortalSlasher
12-16-2012, 08:44 AM
My Cabin in the Woods review with SPOILERS!!!
I was looking forward to this one. I’m a big fan of Buffy and was hoping for a real good horror movie. It turns out this is like Scream and basically a commentary on why all horror movie rules and themes are tired and overused. It actually gives a reason for it! Which is kind of interesting because depending on your point of view, the viewer could be one of two groups in the movie. But Scream is better as an actual movie. Because it’s more than a just a commentary on horror movies but a good movie too. Something like the Starz “Going to Pieces” special will explain just as much if not more about the workings of horror movies than Cabin in the Woods. So the only real reason to watch Cabin in the Woods for repeated viewings is to pick out all the references in the basement, control room, elevator, and final scenes. Cabin in the Woods really is a love / hate horror movie tale. But it is more hate or tired of this stuff it seems. They show that even nine year old Japanese girls can defeat the ghost girl. The whole movie makes fun of the old and tired plots but they don’t make anything new until the ending minutes. And even then it’s a big tease. It’s not really scary but that’s part of the joke too. That this stuff isn’t scary anymore.
For all the secrecy of this movie, I was surprised that the twist was revealed in the titles and opening minutes. I thought that maybe the monsters were virtual because of force field and how it was shown on posters. But they were real monsters and even explained! The movie reminded me of the old Night Trap videogame where the player would basically watch kids in a house and save them (if they wanted to) from vampires (I think). The bad guys were always people dressed in black from what I remember.
Cabin in the Woods did miss one of my favorite horror tropes of having the villain use victims bodies at end, which you think would happen with the blood sacrifice. I think that’s a flaw since the actual bodies are never collected for the blood sacrifice. You would think that there would be a collection crew picking up the bodies similar to the clean up crew mentioned concerning the merman. And with these crews, why aren’t they prepared to handle the monsters? Since this happens every year, I assume the majority of monsters have to be returned to their cages.
The best scenes to me were with the blonde girl. Her make out with the wolf and sadly short fireplace dance. That should have been stretched out like the dance in Death Proof. I like the Stoner character and his early dialog in the van explains the ending decision. Many of his lines are great, especially his introduction scene about the cops fearing his “type.” Also the dialog about “drawing a line” over reading the book in the basement.
I didn’t like the ending that much. I thought for all the attempt at something creative and new, basically saying something worse is out there and leaving it to a sequel is a cop out. I was waiting for the movie to be a movie and it ends at that point. I agree with the Stoner, I would like to see the “Ancient Ones” as large statues have always freaked me out since I was a kid. I’ve seen tons of ancient civilization statues in museums and other countries. Some modern large statues are kind of scary too. I visited the Awakening statue in DC a long time ago when they still had it in its original location. I didn’t want to go near the thing. It is just like the last scene in Cabin in the Woods although a bit smaller. So the movie was kind of a miss to me. But I would watch that sequel if it ever happened.
Questions - Something I wasn’t quite sure of. Does only one ritual worldwide need to be successful? You would think there would be more panic in the control room if what we are seeing is the last attempt before the “Ancient Ones” are revived.
Also, was anyone else slightly disappointed by the final "Ancient Ones" chamber. This could have referenced tons of old Gods with all their huge temples and giant statues. Maybe the budget wasn't high enough. I thought that would have been cool if the survivors realize that all those old Gods were just contained before the final surprise character dialog.
http://i1269.photobucket.com/albums/jj600/ImmortalSlasher/Awakening_Statue_02.jpg
http://i1269.photobucket.com/albums/jj600/ImmortalSlasher/Spriggan_Parkland_Walk_Statue_Marilyn_Collins.jpg
Action Avenue
12-16-2012, 01:25 PM
Cabin In The Woods is a fantastic movie. I believe it's one of the more original horror flicks that I've watched in a while.
Sdkdmd
12-16-2012, 02:47 PM
Cabin In The Woods is a fantastic movie. I believe it's one of the more original horror flicks that I've watched in a while.
I really enjoyed it. Original.