The Last Exorcism
Silent Hill Revelations

They lost me at Russell Crowe's introduction as Doctor you-know-who (poor R L Stevenson must be turning in his grave, moaning at each reel of this monstrosity). Everything else after that went just one way - downhill. And don't even get me started on that ridiculous climax!

Not sure why Cruise and Crowe did this. Maybe they have gone bankrupt and needed the money desperately.

Pointless. Avoid unless otherwise.

* ½

Cruise does nothing unless Scientology tells him to. I would assume this is the same. He probably gave them every penny of the earnings.

The only good thing to come out of this was the HILARIOUS trailer:



I still can't figure out why the mummy has two pupils in each eye... is that an Egyptian thing I'm unfamiliar with?



Speaking of these shit remakes, I watched Dracula Untold over hiatus. I should probably give my 2 cents on it:

...It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, but I still gave my copy to my sister because Dracula was a pussy.

Totally agree! Human characters, villain or hero, are more compelling and relatable. Characters that can actually be hurt and killed gives their lives consequence. Two invisible characters fighting is a snooze.

Okja (2017)

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Another Bong Joon Ho masterpiece! The director who gave us some exceptionally good & quality films in past 15 years i.e. Memories of Murder (2003), The Host (2006), Mother (2009) and Snowpiercer (2013). This is a brave take on animal abuse with a little doze of corporate satire through a moving adventure tale from start to finish. Found this absolutely beautiful and quite heart breaking at times.

Highly recommended.

>>: A

TROY (2004). Pretty good costume drama with lots of action, good CGI and decent turns. ***1/2

Event Horizon -

I rewatched this movie. I don't think I saw Hellraiser before I saw this originally. But now I see all of the influences. It's a strange mix that's both fun at times and dark.

I have this movie on my list because of Emma Roberts and all the horror stuff she's worked on. I was kind of looking forward to it.

Zygote (Oats Studios Volume 1)
B+

Another Blomkamp short, this time inspired by The Thing.
That creature... Daaaamn! I'm amazed what they're able to pull off with limited resources.

There are people who like it. But this type of movie is too vague for my taste.

Contratiempo aka The Invisible Guest (2016)

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The writer of Julia's Eyes (2010), Oriol Paulo's 2nd feature film after 2012's awesome Spanish thriller The Body. Though not as great as his earlier works & you may get the 'twist' halfway through but still this is a pretty well-crafted, intense 'who or how-done-it' style another good Spanish thriller.

Recommended.

>>: B+

Go for it. You may have a completely different opinion from us. If you watch it, make sure to let us know what you think of it.

Zygote, 2017. 6/10


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ANDRE (1994). After seeing the statue in Rockport Maine last month, decided to revisit the film after not seeing in some time. A seal is adopted by Keith Carradine and his family and the film details how Andre became a celebrity around the area (early 1960's). Lots of good vintage props like cars, TVs, music etc. While the film is geared towards children (and it seems a couple of gags are overused), adults should like it as well. Entertaining, funny and, if I may say so, charming little film. ***1/2

The Amityville Horror 2005

Inner Demon, 2014. 7/10

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Aussie demon film with a tad bit of gore. Wasn't bad.

War for the Planet of the Apes (2017)

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Excellent motion-capture + CGI animation once again worked remarkably for Andy Serkis to deliver another amazing performance as Caesar and that's one of the main reasons for this 3rd & Best installment in the reboot-trilogy to made it a heart-warming experience at the theater. A very human tale about the survival of the Apes and fall of the humans...quite deep & moving at times. Highly recommended.

The 2nd best film of the year after Logan.

>>: A

Do you believe these re-makes surpass the originals?

Though conceptually they are connected but I think it won't be fair to compare them right away. May be time will tell but the thing is both set of the films (originals & this reboot/prequel series) resonates kind of different sensitivity or essence and political tone based on their different time period and technological advancements in story telling through celluloid. Like to appreciate the way that this time the studio or the men behind this series just didn't rebooted the series like most other similar contemporary 'reboots' of classic/acclaimed movie/TV series of past but they treated the theme with care & patience particularly in terms of main character & story development area, somewhat like an effort to build a sort of a bridge towards the originals for today's young audience. Even I'm now quite excited and seriously considering to have a special P.O.T.A movie-marathon soon by re-watching only the originals.

Excision
My Life as Courgette
Sucker Punch

THE NIGHT BRINGS CHARLIE 1990


An alright slasher....little bit different.

Certainly one of the best movies of the year. Not only moving, dark and intense but also surprisingly human, optimistic and funny.

You apparently haven't seen Baby Driver. ::sad::

I have and it's also one of my favorites lol. I'd say these two movies, Get Out and Wonder Woman are the best of the year so far. I also have really high expectations for Dunkirk and The Last Jedi.

ED WOOD (1994). The best film Tim Burton/Johnny Depp made and considering the subject, it's almost appropriate it didn't do big box office. Lots of good performances throughout, but the late Martin Landau (just a couple of days ago too::sad::) is simply wonderful as a delicate, wounded still proud Bela Lugosi, richly deserving the Oscar, even if the film isn't entirely factual. ****1/2

Wish Upon (2017)

Terrible writing and terrible PG-13 editing. Joey King tried as hard as she could to salvage the movie, and she gives a pretty good performance. Almost all the kills are lifted directly from the Final Destination movies, but the deaths are so bloodless that they don't have the surprise of the movies they're ripping off. For some reason, I can't completely hate this movie, though. It's got some camp value at least. I've heard the director has an unrated version for the DVD release that's much bloodier, and honestly, I might take the time to watch that version.

4/10

Well, Frye, it's the second best Burton/Depp film, second the great Edward Sissorhands.::stick out tongue:: Still I loved Ed Wood. Fun, weird and lovable. Landau was great as Bela.

that's too bad. Though an old concept, it's a classic. almost hard to get it wrong, I'd think.

It's more the horrible script and PG-13 final destination kills that ruin the movie than the concept itself. If you must watch it, I'd wait for the home release because the director has said the uncut version is much better and pretty gruesome.

Gorehound! Blood and gore don't mean a good movie. ::wink::

Btw, check out Another Evil if you want to see a somewhat original ghost/haunted house type movie. If you're still into those. Got a feeling you might like it.

I've only seen the first two original Apes movies but they scared the crap out of me when I was a kid. They were like some of those old Twilight Zone episodes where everything is odd and messed up. I'm going to watch the whole original series again one day. Also the new ones. I believe there are two different remake series?

I just saw Wish Upon I found it enjoyable. I wasn't expecting Gore and tons of blood and got what I expected. I wouldn't mind giving the unrated version a go when it comes out. I give the theatrical cut a 6. A clichéd story but the cast; it's acting and directing make it worth watching at least once.

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Nude Nuns With Big Guns

Playing With Dolls: Havoc, 2017. 4/10

Tonight She Comes (2016)

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>>: C+

wut

Deadgirl

Sounds like a threat to me... Better watch your steps, Michael, you're a Deadgirl!

Some films rely solely on atmosphere, and this is one of those.

You keep having the nervy, edgy feeling that something is very wrong throughout the first 40-odd minutes, but what follows is something far more sinister and dark. Even though you feel you saw the twist coming, it's still quite a WTF?! moment - followed by a few more.

Do give this one a spin, if you haven't already.


* * * ½

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Gross.