price：$2.50
Dimension Films
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (funny) 『this one is just as funny as the first. this movie is to much it is hilarious』
(Scary Movie 2) 『They make fun of movies that they've already released which its just comedy. It is hillarious so hope you enjoy the movie as well.:)』
(Scary Movie 2) 『Another form of silly entertainment that works. The movie is fun, with an actually storyline which anyone can find amusing. Another movie to make us laugh- good job.』
(Scenes cut out in Scary Movie 2) 『There are a Total of 22 Deleted Scenes and Outtakes in Scary Movie 2. I hope someday they will put in all of the Deleted Scenes in the movie, so the movie will be uncut. and I hope The outtakes will be in the movie to someday. they could have a uncut version of scary movie 2. and at least three more versions of scary movie 2.』
(A bit of a dud, but still pretty funny) 『Okay, so it's not as funny as the original. The sex jokes are cruder, and the spoofs are far more obvious. But hey, it's still very good. It's nice to see parodies of The Exorcist, Charlie's Angels, What Lies Beneath, and even Mission: Impossible 2. They're not as effective as the ones that are parodies in the original, but I can still enjoy them for what they are. Oh, and whoever thinks that the first ten minutes of Scary Movie 2 isn't funny, must not have a very good sense of humor . . .
Grade: C』 『All your favorite SCARY MOVIE characters are back in a laugh-packed sequel that scares up even more irreverent fun than the original! Marlon Wayans (SCARY MOVIE, REQUIEM FOR A DREAM), SHAWN WAYANS (SCARY MOVIE, DON'T BE A MENACE...), and Anna Faris (SCARY MOVIE) lead a stellar cast that takes extreme pleasure in skewering Hollywood's most frightening feature films and spoofing popular culture! Also starring Regina Hall (SCARY MOVIE, LOVE AND BASKETBALL), Christopher Kennedy Masterson (TV'S MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE), Tori Speling (TV's BEVERLY HILLS 90210) ... plus Tim Curry (CHARLIE'S ANGELS), Chris Elliott (THE NUTTY PROFESSOR II: THE KLUMPS), and James Woods (ANY GIVEN SUNDAY), nothing's sacred and anything goes in this outlandish must-see comedy hit!』 『The Wayans Brothers return with another horror-flick parody, this one taking shots atThe Exorcist,Hannibal, andHouse on Haunted Hill, along with non-horror fare likeCharlie's Angels. In addition to gags (and I do meangag) about innumerable bodily functions, there are slyer jabs at Thomas Jefferson andRaging Bull. As inScary Movie, the strongest humor comes from making fun of the inane behavior of characters in horror movies. Assisting Shawn and Marlon Wayans are Anna Faris, Kathleen Robertson (in the Carmen Electra role, providing the T&A), and David Cross, as well as Tori Spelling, Chris Elliott, James Woods (as an exorcist with bowel trouble), Andy Richter, and poor Tim Curry, who probably never thought his career would come to this.--Bret Fetzer』
price：$2.96
Blue Underground
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Haunting) 『I saw this movie a few months ago and I still haven't quite been able to put it out of my mind. It's not a horror film in the sense that it was "scary" - I think few movies truly are - and I think to refer to it simply as such robs it of its ambiance. The score is mesmerizing, the set is dreamlike, the acting is surprisingly good for the genre and the era, and although I wouldn't go so far as to say it's a perfect film, I do understand why it's referred to as Argento's masterpiece. Watching this film is like watching a Dali painting become tangible. The opening sequence of this film is something that will remain with me for a long time. It won't give you a quick thrill, and it won't wow you with a fabulous plot or intensely graphic scenes like those found in today's gore films (save for one particular memorable death), but it's a great movie if you take it for what it is and don't fault it for what it is not.』
(What I've Been Waiting For!) 『I was very impressed with the upgraded audio quality on this disc. It was such a big difference from the older releases that it was like watching a different movie!』
(Fairy Tale Horror) 『Many have said that Suspiria is the bloody mirror image of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and, to be perfectly honest, it is. An exercise in atmosphere and exploitation at the same time, Suspiria is an incredibly violent account of a ballet student who comes to a celebrated dance academy in Germany, which, ironically, is situated in The Black Forest. Well the story really takes a turn for the worst once the student, Suzy Bannon (Jessica Harper), finds out that the school is run by a coven of witches. The story is pretty thin in terms of depth, but never have I beared witness to such beautifully photographed death sequences. I know that sounds morbid, but one has to see it to believe it. What could've became violent exploitative trash turns into beautiful, Gothic cinema that unravels like an onion of bloody delight. On an educated note, the film is very well known for its use of color, and this is because it uses 3-strip Technicolor. This same process was used for The Wizard of Oz and Gone With the Wind. Normal red turns into something of a nightmarish crimson, adding more to this violent extravaganza. A-.』
(Not as good as everyone says it is.) 『I have been a horror fan since I got nightmares from watching the Shining at a very young age. Even the nightmares could not stop me from wanting more and more from this often looked down upon genre. Even today, as bad as they might be, I just can't stay away from some of the worst movies this Genre has to offer. I have always heard about Suspiria and it's visionary director, Dario Argento. I have even seen clips, of the movie, and thought it seemed interesting visually, but for some reason or another I never did seek it out. We'll it did come on one of the Premium channels last week, and I Tivo'd it for later. I sat down very excited with the bowl of popcorn, ready for some horror like I had never experienced. And I waited. And I waited. And I waited. Aside from the first death at the beginning and a closet scene at the end, the movie never really impressed me. Is the soundtrack good? Yes, it's very creepy and excellent, although a little overused at times. Is the lighting good? Again, yes, very good use of lighting, I'm sure film students all over the world could get an education from it. Is the movie actually good? I really can't say it is. If your a film buff or a horror fan, and you haven't seen it, then I suppose a watch wouldn't be the worst thing in the world. As I said before, it has it's moments. It also has a really good premise. The whole time I was thinking that if someone would respect the way in which it was shot and the soundtrack, that it would be a great remake. As long as Rob Zombie did not do it that is. But as a movie, it's just not very good. The mood is very well set, there just isn't much going on inside it.』
(Horror's version of Lost in Translation) 『Suspiria may be one of the most polarizing films in the horror genre. Like the movie Lost in Translation, people seem to either love it or hate it (I hated Lost in Translation as well). Many fans of Suspiria will claim those who hate it just aren't smart enough to get the movie. Those who despise Suspiria wonder what flavor of Kool-Aid the fans have been drinking. I won't rehash the plot since it's been summarized over many reviews, but I do think the film is worth watching (but only once). The first death sequence is quite shocking and the music is one of the most haunting horror scores I've ever heard.』 『The Terrifying First Chapter of DARIO ARGENTO'S "Three Mothers" Trilogy... Uncut, Uncensored and Remastered from the Original Negative!
Jessica Harper(PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE) stars as Suzy Banyon, a young American ballet dancer who arrives at a prestigious European dance academy run by the mysterious Madame Blanc (Joan Bennettof DARK SHADOWS) and Miss Tanner (Alida Valliof KILLER NUN). But when a series of bizarre incidents and horrific crimes (including whatEntertainment Weeklycalls "the most vicious murder scene ever filmed") turn the school into a waking nightmare of the damned, Suzy must escape the academy's unspeakable secret of supernatural evil.
Experience the most shocking and hallucinatory horror movie in history as you've never seen or heard it before, now featuring the fully remastered landmark score byGoblinand a heart-stopping new film transfer supervised by cinematographerLuciano Tovoli. This is the definitive version ofDario Argento'sSUSPIRIA, an aria of terror beyond imagination and one of the most extraordinary horror films ever made.』
『Outside of devoted cult audiences, many Americans have yet to discover the extremely stylish, relentlessly terrifying Italian horror genre, or the films of its talented virtuoso, Dario Argento.Suspiria, part one of a still-uncompleted trilogy (the luminously emptyInfernowas the second), is considered his masterpiece by Argento devotees but also doubles as a perfect starting point for those unfamiliar with the director or his genre. The convoluted plot follows an American dancer (Jessica Harper) from her arrival at a European ballet school to her discovery that it's actually a witches coven; but, really, don't worry about that too much. Argento makes narrative subservient to technique, preferring instead to assault the senses and nervous system with mood, atmosphere, illusory gore, garish set production, a menacing camera, and perhaps the creepiest score ever created for a movie. It's essentially a series of effectively unsettling set pieces--a raging storm that Harper should have taken for an omen, and a blind man attacked by his own dog are just two examples--strung together on a skeleton structure. But once you've seen it, you'll never forget it.--Dave McCoy』
price：$1.99
DVD)
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Poltergeist II/Poltergeist III) 『Poltergeist II: The Other Side: The Freeling family move in with Diane's mother in an effort to escape the trauma and aftermath of Carol Anne's abduction by the Beast. But the Beast is not to be put off so easily and appears in a ghostly apparition as the Reverend Kane, a religeous zealot responsible for the deaths of his many followers. His goal is simple - he wants the angelic Carol Anne; but the love of her family and the power of psychic Tangina once again unite, along with an elderly native American, to fight for her life. P2 is a compelling and most riveting sequel.
Poltergeist III: Carol Anne has been sent to live with her Aunt and Uncle in an effort to hide her from the clutches of the ghostly Reverend Kane, but he tracks her down and terrorises her in her relatives' appartment in a tall glass building. Will he finally achieve his target and capture Carol Anne again. "Poltergeist III" contains murder, suspense, tricky camera angles and most of all, the best acting I have ever seen from Heather O'Rourke. The concept of the mirrors work is amazing and I thought it was a great attempt at something new.
I enjoyed watching both movies very much. The excitement and fun has yet to wear off.』
(Poltergeist II (Five Stars) / Poltergeist III (Three Stars)) 『Poltergeist II was deserving of a full five stars while Poltergeist III rated only three in my book. Since we are required to post a single star rating for these DVD packages I selected posting four stars on average. I found II to be as unique and as exciting as the original, with III being a sorry ending for the series. This double feature DVD is a good value for $10.95 or less, available at Amazon.』
(Heather Always In Our Hearts...) 『I have to say that the impact of Heather death in real life made me a deeper fan of this movie and Heather's Work as an actress. Hope God have you in his Glory beautiful...No doubts that first movie it's between my favourites! The sequel was just as exquisit as the first, improved, tender, unique, most horrifying, a great sucessor for the first one. Carol Anne's gift for purity, her angel, smile and love for her family makes this movie unique. The creators went far far away with the story showing us why the spirits want Carol Anne and why the house of the Freeling was damned. Great storyline, Taylor and Tangina, great duet. The 3rd part was too decepointed, they took the most valuable treasure away from Carol Anne, her family. The story get lost in the forgiveness. The cruelty and cold of her aunt and cousin makes a fall down of the basics in the movie. Tangina can't die! She's the only link with Carol Anne background. Why the Freeling give Carol Anne away from home? Kane played for another actor, all was a fall down of the trilogy. But it's a must....』
(Poltergeist 2, plus a really cool drink coaster!) 『Poltergeist was one tough act to follow, but in 1986 they decided to go for it and make Poltergeist 2: The Other Side. As you could guess, it's not quite in the same league as the orginal, but it is surprisingly good for what it is.
The Freeling family is now residing with Diane's mother in a peaceful little suburban home and recovering from the supernatural phenomena that took place at their home in Cuesta Verde. Life is slowly returning back to normal until grandma's death triggers the spirits once again, this time in the form of the creepy Reverand Kane, the leader of a religious cult that he led to death with his false predictions of the apocolypse. With the help of a Native American medecine man and Tangina Baron, the Freeling's struggle to keep the family together and defeat the spirits.
Poltergeist 2 has a lot of good things going for it, namely the return of the original cast, minus Dominique Dunn of course. A lot of the slightly dysfunctional, but tight knit suburban family feel that made the original so great carries over into this sequel. Will Sampson is also fantastic as Taylor the medicine man, and Julian Beck is amazing in the role of Reverand Kane which he delivers with unparalleled creepiness. Once again, the chemistry of the cast is what makes this stand out.
However Poltergeist 2 differs from the original in that the comedy is largely replaced with a much darker and more sinister mood with a modest increase in the gross out special effects. There are quite a few memorable scenes during the bulk of the movie including zombies, a braces attack, and a mutant tequila worm. Unfortunately all this great build up goes to waste due to the ultra lame ending, where it looks as if they simply told the special effects crew to go crazy. The shorter run time also causes Poltergeist 2 to lack the epic feel that the original had. Overall an above average sequel that's certainly worth a look, just don't expect anything as great as the original. I'd generously give it *** 1/2 stars.
As for Poltergeist 3, it's a movie so bad that the only way they could possibly sell it is to package it along with part two.
Carol Anne now lives with her aunt and uncle in a Chicago high rise, but Kane has somehow returned and is able to cross over into our dimension via mirrors...Or something. Movies such as this often contain a few plot holes that we, the horror audience, simply have to overlook. But it's a rarity when literally nothing about the story can be explained at all, and Poltergeist 3 achieves just that. There's no point in rambling on about it any longer, simply let it be known that the events of this movie don't make a lick of sense whatsoever, nor do they try.
Poltergeist 2 was undoubtedly a few notches lower than the original, but Poltergeist 3 is like a made for television sequel. Heather O' Rourke and Zelda Rubinstein are the only returning cast members this time around, so automatically you can write off any of the great cast interaction of the previous films. It's more or less a assembly of unlikable characters running around a labyrinth or mirrors screaming the name Carol Anne for 90 minutes. A completely unremarkable movie that doubles as one of the worst sequels of all time for any genre. I'd give it * 1/2 stars.
Overall that would bring the average of this set to about 3 stars, but since you're technically getting two movies for for the price of one, it deserves a fourth for value. Poltergeist 2 is definietly worth the price for hardcore fans of the original.』
(2 In 1 Sucks) 『I hate when movie companies put two movies on one cd. I hated the sequel to Poltergeist, but I actually liked the third one. So in order for me to get Poltergeist 3 on dvd, I have to get the movie I didn't like just to see the movie I want. Ugh!
』 『POLTERGEIST 2 POLTERGEIST 3』 『As sequels go,Poltergeist IIhas the advantage of retaining most of the original film's cast (although the absence of the actress Dominique Dunne, a murder victim, is not explained). It's still not enough to turn this dreary outing into a passable horror movie. The terrorized Freeling family has moved from their haunted house, but the bothersome ghosties are not finished with them yet. The lame scares include a sequence built around Craig T. Nelson swallowing a demon worm from a tequila bottle and then regurgitating it. Far more frightening is the wizened face of theater legend Julian Beck, who appears as a foreboding old guy with bad news for the Freelings: "Yer all gonna die!"
Poltergeist IIIrecruits only blond cherub Heather O'Rourke (who died before the film's release) and dwarf psychic Zelda Rubinstein from the first movies. The action has shifted to a Chicago high-rise, where little Carol Anne's otherworldly gift is being studied (Tom Skerritt and Nancy Allen play the uncle and aunt she boards with). Director Gary Sherman tries to get some ideas going with mirror images, but the bargain-basement atmosphere and the limited special effects undercut the movie at every turn.--Robert Horton』
price：$14.94
Sony Pictures
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (One of the few...) 『.... that the first time i watched it, i went out and bought it on DVD the next day. I dont do that with many movies. Some may slam this movie and say its been done befor or blah blah, but really, hasnt most every other movie that has been written? personally, i loved it, you might to. I havent enjoyed a movie this much in a long time, i think this one beat out underworld for me, it didnt drag at any point, kept me wanting more, cant wait for the next ones to come out (its ment to be a trilogy)』
(Parallel Worlds) 『Growing up as a Catholic, one is taught of the realm known as Purgatory to be something of a neutral holding tank for the departed earth souls awaiting their final destination in either Heaven or Hell. Beyond that, not much of Purgatory has been mentioned in my personal Catholic back round. A Jewish friend of mine has described a similar place (of his teachings) as respite, a place of healing, for souls to recover in, before moving on. So, it was interesting to see the point of balance of this realm shifted to such a dark and heavy force. I found the parallels between this Purgatory and our own earth realm very interesting to wrestle with through out the film. 'Gabriel' presents the dark night of the human soul so very acutely with all of it's repulsive splendor even unto the Angels sent to deliver this place, and the inhabitants thereof, unto the hands of a light and benevolent God of which they represent. This place, "...where even Angels fear to tread" depicts the thick, intense, struggles with the seven deadly sins of the flesh and the forces of light under fire by the fallen angels near complete in their control. To see the Arch's (Archangels) succumb, one by one, to the starless landscape is of some comfort and yet abominable simultaneously. For if the highest and strongest of the Angelic realm struggle so in the dark - then is it no wonder how the human spirit can also become so wretched?
'Gabriel' is no "chicken soup for soul", but certainly good food for thought. It was unexpectedly well acted with a cast of unknowns battling light against dark in very effective cinematography noir, portraying gritty action sequences, interspersed with some very poignant insights gleaming from the shadows. You may, or may not, feel delivered by this story, but I felt it certainly delivers. This film was an unlikely, unexpected gem in the rough for me. I purchased the DVD for myself and a few more for gifts.』
(Sexing the future) 『If this movie was linked with religious stories, a reviewer is short of a comment for simply not knowing anything related with/of.
"Good angels" had been converted into "dark angels" while experiencing realities of a real life in a real city on the Earth-and this conversion brought about illusive personal freedom from subversive existence in a divine paradise.
Sex and personal physical superiority are the most such converts exercise.
Movie itself is a set of scenes mixing swearing, sci-fi, actions and copulating, where "good" differs from "bad" a little, and simply sexy actors play explicitly sexist characters just viewer time to pass by. 』
(A stylistic masterpiece that deserves the title Cult Classic in every way...) 『... So I gave this 4 out of 5 stars though if I wasn't such a sucker for these types of dark and stylistic pieces, I would have given 3.5 out of 5 stars.
"You threw me far from Grace. Now I fall unto it." - Gabriel
I had a hard time rating this film. First off, it seems as if it should be horrible; or at least cheesy and over done. But it's not. It's spectacular. In the tradition of such movies as Night Watch / Day Watch (Two-Movie Collection), Immortal, and The Crow (Miramax/Dimension Collector's Series), 'Gabriel' makes up for any plot deficiencies with style and grit. In short, I think it deserves the title Cult Classic in every way :)
The story is this: the "Arc Angel" Gabriel has been sent down to Purgatory - a dark city styled much like that created for 'The Crow' - to fight against the Fallen (who control the city). He is the last hope of the Light and has more than just Fallen to worry about. He's been sent down in human form, and for the first time in his existence, must battle to understand the new emotions that go along with his existence: fear, hate, anger, sorrow and even love.
The premise is your standard Good versus Evil, and the idea that Purgatory is city where "Arcs" and "Fallen" battle for the souls is bit unbelievable. Much of the dialogue is also standard and expected, considering the premise - but for whatever reason, in this case the combination works perfectly.
Stylistically 'Gabriel' is a masterpiece. From camera angles and lighting to visual effects and soundtrack, the film is a wonderfully dark abstraction. Andy Whitfield embodies the role of the conflicted archangel Gabriel - his nuanced and soulful performance bringing heartfelt believability to his character; even in moments that would normally be unparalleled in their cheesiness. All of actors, in fact, shine within their roles, though I will admit, I especially liked Harry Pavlidis performance as the Arc Uriel.
The creators' theatrical influences definitely shone through as well. One scene at the very beginning reminded me of the moment in Brandon Lee's 'The Crow' where Draven is stumbling down the street when a bunch of children run circles around him - able to 'trick or treat' on Halloween for the first time since the gangs took over. There were other throwback scenes like that one, and I loved that the filmmakers payed homage to their inspirations in such a way - without interrupting the flow at all.
A note on the American release: for whatever reason the international (or possibly just the U.S.) release has a different ending than the original Australian version. Not to spoil, but the original edit made things a lot clearer, and I prefer it. The U.S. edit is a step too abstract and implies the wrong thing in my opinion. However, it is purported that 'Gabriel' is the first of of a trilogy - the second and third parts to be released at an unknown date in the future - so maybe the end of the first will be worked out at a some other time. Personally, I hope that's sooner rather than later :)
Also, the website (http://www.gabrielmovie.com) and Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Gabriel-Trilogy-Official-Page/73917071242?ref=nf) pages are a real treat and worth checking out if you interested in connecting with other fans, or just looking at what went into this film, and what is to come in the trilogy. 』
(Fascinating, a must see) 『This does give an insight as to how some angels could have become corrupted. For the Biblical purists, they will have to be open minded. But if you have even asked yourself how could Lucifer betray God and try to take over, this movie should be interesting to you. Helps to understand the concept of free will too.
It is a fictional story, but a good one!』 『Gabrielis a dark action/drama that takes place in the realm of Purgatory. It reveals the struggle between Arc and Fallen angels for control over the city and its population of re-born souls. At present, darkness rules and Gabriel, the last of seven Arcs sent to return light, must assume a human form for the first time. In the darkest places of the human soul, this lone arc angel's battle with his human feelings and emotions will prove as perilous as facing the Fallen. Purgatory's dangerous and seedy underworld will reveal the human condition as frail and strong, as corruptible and honorable but always undeniably powerful and precious.』
price：$3.49
Universal Studios
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (An oldie but a goody; pure gooseflesh) 『We have to journey back to the 70s for this one but it's worth the trip. James Brolin plays a county sheriff's deputy who, along with the rest of his department, is virtually helpless as his turf is assaulted by a thing from hell. Whether a minor demon or old Satan himself, something drives The Car like a bat out of hell along the dusty, Arizona roads looking for innocent people to run down to satisfy its fiendish lust for killing. And why? That's what Brolin's character wants to know as well as the rest of the terrified people of Santa Ynez. So get aboard the thrill ride but watch your back and listen for the heart-stopping blare of the demonic horn just before the impact that leaves you a corpse in the road. The Winds of Hell』
(What Just Happened?) 『My friend had that "What just happened?" expression when the credits finally rolled. And roll, THE CAR doesn't. You'll probably gain 2 pounds watching as countless, lugubrious pauses in the dialogue invite commensurate trips to the kitchen, bar, and hooch drawer. Some reviewers have called this "the ultimate car hooror...better than CHRISTINE.' Others have characterized the car itself as "sleek." These reviewers are as deranged as the shrill actress playing Lauren(James Brolin's love interest). Nails on a chalkboard, she is, in a repeatedly wretched performance. Halfway through, Lauren (Kathleen Lloyd) and a gaggle of screaming kids enjoy the mythic protection of cemetery boundries as the car stops short at the gate. She taunts the car which is allergic to cemeteries and can't enter. The car revs and roars in anger, kicking up mountains of Utah dust then speeds off in a cloud. It would be camp fun except for her. There is no asphalt-ripping in this car flick. Just lots of revs, contortions, and that horn. Sort of a one-note truck horn from hell. Definately unusual and one of the only redeeming qualities in the film. Multiple blows of the horn are a sure sign someone is about to be wasted. The car gets back at Lauren's taunts by crashing through her house a second after she phones Brolin to say she hears the motor outside. And then, the horn! It was blissful recompense to see her killed. We never learn why the town of Santa Ynez is targeted. Unlike most films in this genre, there is no ryhme or reason to the devastation. Perhaps that's why the car is billed as "pure evil." And why does a town without a stoplight have a bloated police force with dozens of cruisers? (Choice comment, thanks, Dan). They built four cars on 1971 Lincoln's painted with 20 coats of black pearl lacquer. What a waste--the car is covered with dust throughout the movie! I purchased THE CAR as a Christmas gift for my friend as we share a love of car stuff. We screened it late Christmas night, both never having seen it. Fortunately, I also gave him the collector edition of CHRISTINE--the penultimate car-slasher movie.』
(Never thought a blaring air-horn could conjure such memories...) 『What can I say? In my perusal of horror flicks here on Amazon, I happened across this particular little bit of cinema and was taken aback: My subconscious childhood memories stirred with recognition of a black, evil-looking car and James Brolin on a motorcycle. Was this really the same movie?
Of COURSE it was...and I was delighted to see it on disc...I ordered it immediately (expedited shipping, of course) and gleefully watched it as soon as it arrived.
THE CAR and DOGS, running their courses through late-night double features throughout my childhood, are largely responsible for my love of horror films. It's in several ways what you expect from a low-budget, 70's horror film, but this one in particular had a little extra panache, some undefinable trait that makes you (or, upon viewing as an adult, made ME) recall it when you're driving alone on some deserted stretch of highway.
I believe this movie is very underrated, and that belief is strengthened by the following that it has. The acting is solid, with a good cast of known (or at least up and coming at the time) performers, the cinematography is excellent (I do agree with another reviewer: SEE IT IN WIDESCREEN), the music lends just the right amount of atmosphere without overpowering, and the overall feel of the film is just...well, it's spooky.
You can't beat the combination of an unexplained predator terrorizing a small, isolated town where the local law must circle the wagons and deal with it...especially when the predator is supernatural in origin, and the script cleverly weaves religious undertones into it's mystique, as well as a goodly amount of characterization for those challenged to combat the evil...all excellently acted and played out for us in a different but very relatable version of good vs. evil.
Whereas it may not be on anyone's top 50 greatest horror film list, I would highly recommend THE CAR to anyone who wants to have fun watching a movie, enjoy a good story, and have that little creepy feeling at the back of their neck.
』
(Roscoe) 『I saw this movie a long time ago and thought it was scary than. I enjoyed it even more now that it is not so dark on DVD as it is on VHS. It is very clear and more enjoyable now that you can see everything crisp and clear. If you have liked this movie in the past you will enjoy it better now.』
(The Car DVD) 『I remembered this classic and could not believe it was available on DVD! The DVD and movie are excellent!』 『Fasten your seatbelts for the terrifying thrill ride that has become a cult classic - The Car! The peaceful tranquility of a small Western town is disturbed when a murderous car wreaks havoc by viciously mowing down innocent victims. New sheriff, Wade Parent (James Brolin), may be the only one who can stop this menace in its tracks until he realizes that the driver of this indestructible vehicle is far more dangerous than any man… it is driven by pure evil. With a digitally remastered picture, The Car has never been more thrilling, more chilling or more explosively entertaining!』
price：$14.98
Universal Studios
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great Used DVD) 『I bought this DVD used and I was very impressed of the quality considering it was used.』
(Not exactly a "perfect" waste of time...) 『But if it were, that would be the only thing perfect about it. This movie is a stinker.』
(Session 9 Destined for Cult Classic Status) 『The uber creepy "Session 9" concerns itself with an asbestos abatement crew working in an abandoned psychiatric hospital. Simple enough premise, but the hospital is none other than the Danvers State Mental Hospital, an all too real and terrifying location for even a puppet show, much less an atmospheric psychological horror/thriller. Disturbing and moody, the location supplements credible perfomances from the films stars David Caruso, Stephen Geveson, Josh Lucas, Brendan Sexton III. But Peter Mullan's work as crew leader Gordy is worth the price of the disc alone. Relying on story and cinematography, Brad Anderson weaves an always interesting tale about madness and the complex inner-workings of damaged minds with compelling and gleeful terror. Disc includes commentary, deleted scenes and an alternate ending.』
(creeped me out) 『I found this to be a good story and a creepy scary movie; the acting was excellent - the beginning of the story doesn't prepare you for the psychological twist that is the basis for the film. This is a movie I have not forgotten; a good ensemble cast whose characters evoke empathy from the viewer. Because it was not an out and out horror film, more of a frightening psychological thriller, it leaves the viewer guessing as to whether or not the supernatural is involved or what is real -- what is imagined...i appreciated the film a lot. Defintely recommend this.』
(Frighteningly Dull. Save Money. Choose Something Else.) 『I can't believe how many people think this is a five-star scary movie. Too tedious to be a "thriller" and sooo boring there's just no chance for suspense. The eeriest parts of the film are actually in the deleted scenes, where it appears as if a scary movie had actually been made and then re-shot with the creepyness (and plot) removed. Even the "star" of the film, the Danvers Asylum itself, has it's potential as a dire and forboding edifice watered down by showing exteriors shot on a beauitful, sunny day. Some say the director was being 'ironic". Irony is not scary. Neither is Session 9.』 『No description available for this title. Item Type:DVD Movie Item Rating:R Street Date:09/02/03 Wide Screen: yes Director Cut:no Special Edition:no Language:ENGLISH Foreign Film:noSubtitles:no Dubbed:no Full Frame:no Re-Release:no Packaging:Sleeve』 『Few things are more sure-fire creepy than huge abandoned buildings, andSession 9has one of the eeriest buildings you've ever seen. A hazardous-materials-cleanup company has been hired to eliminate asbestos tiles and other toxic material from a gigantic mental hospital that had been shut down in the 1980s. But as one member of the team starts to nose into old files in the office, he uncovers a series of tape recordings of psychiatric sessions--nine of them--related to a notorious sexual abuse case. Soon, toxic materials and dark spirits start to merge. LikeThe Blair Witch Project(and most horror movies, really),Session 9is longer on atmosphere and dream logic than story--but the atmosphere is effectively unsettling. A strong cast (including Peter Mullan, David Caruso, and Brendan Sexton III) do an effective job of slowly cracking under stress and evil influences.--Bret Fetzer』
price：$0.50
Shriek Show
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Bad Biology makes a great movie.......................) 『This is a sick, and twisted movie is why it's great.I'll try not to be graphic. We get a female with to munch, and a male that's alive. This is a movie that goes beyond. I wish I could give out more detail, but can't. The story ,and the fx are great for a low-budget film. This movie is for people with a good sense of humor,and into low-budget films. Definite better then any Hollywood CGI crap. We also get a special appearance by the great Miss Bevery Bonner who's Casey in the first Basket Case, and appears in most of Frank's films.』
(When is a Henenlotter movie not a Henenlotter movie?) 『I anxiously awaited the release of Frank Henenlotter's new opus BAD BIOLOGY. After all, his BASKET CASE, BRAIN DAMAGE, and FRANKENHOOKER are master works and three of the funniest movies ever. They are films that work on several levels. Entertaining from start to finish, they're imaginative, extremely well written, edgy, and have underlying, serious themes explored intelligently. BASKET CASE examines alienation in society and within families. BRAIN DAMAGE is a hard look at the horrors of drug addiction. FRANKENHOOKER touches on losing a loved one early in life.
I even love the liner notes Mr. Henenlotter wrote for his Special Edition series released on Something Weird Video. It's obvious as well that he's probably one of the nicest guys in show business.
BAD BIOLOGY, like the others, is professionally-made on a small budget. However, its content is thoroughly ugly and unfunny. There's no compassion shown for the leads, and no wit to speak of. The best moments are but brief and pale imitations of the earlier movies. Even the climax is dull viewing. I'm inclined to place all the blame for this confused mess on producer and co-writer R.A. Thorburn. His god-awful rap-video, included on the dvd, has him throwing gallons of his fecal matter on a lovely nude woman. That he thinks it's entertaining is depraved. It doesn't even have shock value. It just disgusts, and mostly conveys he has no musical sensibility whatsoever.
I suppose I'm predjudiced because I didn't like Mr. Thorburn much the first time I saw him, revisiting locations with Mr. Henenlotter on the Special Edition of BASKET CASE.
I imagine the movie couldn't have been made without Thorburn's financial contribution. It's a shame he didn't simply choose to be a silent partner and leave Frank alone to do what he does better than anyone else. A great opportunity has been wasted.』
(Totlly wacked-out love story from Henenlotter) 『WARNING--This movie contains violence, nudity, and very absurd sexual situations. It is intended to shock even the most jaded of viewers. Proceed with caution. ________________________________________________________________________
Director Frank Henenlotter always walks the fine line between psychedelic brilliant freak show extraordinaire and abhorrent immature smut peddlin' freak. With bizarre little gems like Basket Case, Brain Damage, and Frankenhooker, he always keeps you off balance. And here with Bad Biology, he pushes you completely over the edge. This has got to be his craziest stuff yet.
Jennifer is born with a gift (or curse) from God--some extra sweet spots below the belt. 7 of 'em, in fact. This caused her to start menstrating at age 5, and currently makes her reproductive organs function at an accelerated rate. Plus she suffers from ESAS (Extreme Sexual Arousal Syndrome). Her crazy libido nearly controls her every action, and this heightened sexuality often turns deadly for her bedroom partners. She gets a little too crazy-hot-excited, to put it mildly. And to top it all off, she frequently gives a quick birth to some mutated monster babies, which she quickly discards in the nearby trash. Sheesh!
Next we have Bax, a man with some private problems of his own. On the day he was born, the doctor made a horrible mistake when attempting to cut off his umbilical cord. Ouch! Bax got stitched up, but had problems functioning when he got older. So he decided to inject steroids and some growth hormones, and the problem expanded out of control. So he is toting around a monster with a mind of its own, in which he constantly has to search for the proper prescription (and non-prescription) drugs to appease this thing. Double Sheesh!
I know, this story is completely ridiculous. It gets even worse when the two hookup. But before that special outrageous love connection is made, another huge disaster occurs. I better stop here, I don't wanna spoil it for the one guy who is actually thinking about watching this movie.
Just classic Henenlotter. Low budget, bizarre, and spewing with raunchy creativity. Hilarious stuff. Recommended for demented B-movie fans only.』
(bad biology) 『What film have these people scene? Not this one. This is his best since Basket Case. God help us if it gets any better!』
(Bad Biology? No, Just Bad) 『The horror films of director Frank Henenlotter are always narratively outrageous and visually over-the-top, so when moviegoers familiar with his approach to horror stories and his cinematic style see the name HENENLOTTER on a project, they expect to get an eyeful and an earful. But with his earlier films like BASKET CASE (1982), BRAIN DAMAGE (1988), and FRANKENHOOKER (1990), the writer/director delivers more than bizarre story lines and over-the-top gore and FX. While outrageously fun in a grindhouse kind of way, each of these films also has a subtext that offers a culturally relevant, highly satirical commentary on Western society and human foibles. However, after watching BAD BIOLOGY--the director's long-awaited return to the movie biz--fans of Henenlotter's other films will be left scratching their heads and wondering WTF?
Like Henenlotter's FRANKENHOOKER, the writer-director's BAD BIOLOGY tackles the themes of human sexuality and Western sexual mores. The problem, though, is that the once witty and iconoclastic filmmaker doesn't seem to have anything left to say about such topics. His story revolves around a girl who was born with a vaginal mutation that makes it impossible for her to be satisfied by any normal man or woman, and in her quest to rectify her problem, she stumbles across a boy who, because of his own genital deformity, just might be able to satiate her every need and desire. Unfortunately for her, the boy hasn't emotionally adjusted to his biological defect as well as she has to her own, and because of his reluctance to let nature take its course, his (ahem!) manhood has decided to take matters into its own "hands." Clearly, the film's plot is paper thin and somewhat cliched, but it could be a vehicle for biting satire in the hands of a master like Henenlotter. Sadly, however, the filmmaker's usual sarcastic and curmudgeonly sense of humor is almost totally absent. Instead of delivering wry observations about the absurdity of human behavior and the hypocrisy of Western social practices and traditions, BAD BIOLOGY offers little more than copious T&A shots and a little (very) soft-core porn action. Even the film's bizarre climax (excuse the pun) seems to be nothing more than an excuse for Henenlotter to be inordinately blasphemous while delivering a couple of bad (as in NOT FUNNY) sight gags about male genitalia.
Shriek Show's DVD edition of an unrated version of BAD BIOLOGY offers the film in its intended aspect ratio of 1.78:1 (not the 1.33:1 ratio indicated in some reports), and the transfer from 35mm film to digital is stunning. This is a real plus, especially considering that the cinematography is one of the best things about the film. The sound quality, however, is another story. Audio is offered in both 2.0 and 5.1 Dolby Surround, but in both mixes, dialogue is often muffled by the ambient sound and FX, especially when a scene is set in a public place such as a nightclub. DVD extras include some behind-the-scenes footage, a Henenlotter-directed video from R.A. The Rugged Man (a rap singer who produced the film and contributed to the soundtrack), and a feature commentary with the director and the producer.
Warning: There is a bug in the DVD's menu system that causes the disc to stall when it is loading on a blu-ray player. Fortunately, users can get around this by hitting the player's MENU button, which then opens the disk's root menu. As far as could be determined through testing, this bug only seems to manifest itself on blu-ray players and does not seem to occur when the disk is played in a standard DVD player.
In short, BAD BIOLOGY is an unsatisfying horror film, especially for fans of Henenlotter who are hoping, after a long wait, for another one of the legendary filmmaker's over-the-top but meaningful satires. If T&A, bad sex jokes, and groan-generating sight gags about genitalia are all you're after, this might be the film for you. Otherwise, you'll just have to keep waiting to see if Henenlotter makes a true comeback.』 『Acclaimed director Frank Henenlotter (Basket Case, Brain Damage, Frankenhooker) is back with a twisted tale of love and weirdness. Driven by biological excess, a young man and woman search for sexual fulfillment, unaware of each other's existence. Unfortunately, they eventually meet, and the bonding of these two very unusual human beings ends in an explosive and ultimately over-the-top sexual experience, resulting in a truly god-awful love story.... With bizarre special effects by Gabe Bartalos, a hip-hop soundtrack from Prince Paul, and shot in glorious 35mm, Bad Biology is guaranteed to shock even the most desensitized of audiences, and sure to become a modern cult classic.』
price：$5.99
Lions Gate Films
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (I like this one too...) 『When the first one ended, I was positive the series was gonna be good. Plus the back story on Jigsaw was a nice touch. Seeing someone learning to help him with his work was a nice one too. Other than that I don't have much else to say about this one, mostly good things if I did though.』
(ENOUGH OF THE DOUBLE, TRIPLE DIPPING!!!) 『This isn't so much a review of the "Saw" series itself as it is my gripe about the franchise release on Blu Ray disc. When I first got into the series, I bought the DVDs, only to see a subsequent "unrated cut" released shortly thereafter and even, in some cases (as was with "Saw III"), a "director's cut." Being the fan that I am, yes, I bought whatever newer version came out and took the older versions to the used CD stores... What is the studio waiting for with regards to "Saw: Uncut Edition," "Saw II: Special Edition," and "Saw III: Director's Cut"? Enough is enough! My all-time favorite movie trilogy is "The Lord of the Rings," but as tempted as I am to get the upcoming Blu Ray release (as I know it will be visually stunning), I refuse to shell out one dime until the extended editions make it to Blu Ray. The same applies to the "Saw" series and any other franchise.』
(Love it!!!! But the picture quality dipps here and there.) 『After seeing the first SAW movie and being blown away, I didn't think it was possible to make a sequal that will be even half as good as the original! Boy was I wrong! In this movie you will get to know the the Jigsaw character (Played by the brilliant Tobin Bell) even more and see what motivates him to put people in those sick and twisted games. Infact to me, the best part of the movie is when Tobin Bell and Donnie Wahlberg are in diolog togehter. It really gets you thinking and in a way justifies what Jigsaw does. It hits every level, from taking life for granted to forgiving everyones wrong doing when faced with death, just pure brilliance! Wahlbergs performance as Eric Matthews is also extremly good! The superior wahlberg brother in my own opinion! The traps are great and the story it self is engaging and smart. Saw movies are not just about mindless killing like other horror movies. It's a smart film and has a twist in the end that will shock you as much as the first film did. I suggest seeing the original before seeing this sequal if you havent already. There are a few problems with this bluray release though. The HD quality seems to dip from HD to standerd quality from scene to scene. It does not happening all the time but it is noticable and a bit irritating. Other than that the film looks great, and has a decent amount of extras to keep you entertained after the movie. I just wish the HD dipps didn't happend at all. Over all though this is one of the best in the series and higly recomend it!』
(Want to play a game? Again..) 『This movie had a lot going for it. It also had a lot to live up to. It still had the feel and suspense of the first one. I wish they would have kept Jigsaw in the shadows more. Some of the suspense of the character was taken away from all of the screen time. This movie didn't have the individualized traps like the first one. The group had to take on the challenges together. It was still a good movie, but it didn't have the same amount of intensity the first one did. It tried to create it by using the nerve gas as a ticking time bomb, but the feel of this movie is just not up to the scope of the first one. I didn't care for Doonie Wahlberg's character. He seemed like a jerk, not as good of a character as Detective Tapp in the first one. There's no outside force on these characters like the first one. There is the nerve gas, but you never know how much time they have left. The characters aren't as developed, and they don't seem to grow as the movie unfolds. There are a few interesting traps, but they seem to hate each other instead of Jigsaw. The ending was a little predictable, unlike the first. The addition of the assistant is not my favorite, but it doesn't hurt this movie, it does hurt the movies that follow. Overall a nice sequel, unfortunately the movies will only decline from here.』
("The Knowledge Of Death Changes Everything") 『When it comes to filming sequels there's a strong tendency to proceed with the philosophy "more is better". More gore, more special effects, more characters in jeopardy, etc... In doing so one takes the risk of losing that intangible element that made the first film a success. Well the film 'Saw II' did just that, more of everything. But you know what? It worked beautifully!
'Saw II' was successful in taking all the successful elements from the first film; expanding the cast, improving the effects, intensifying the psychological angst and physical gore while maintaining a strong narrative continuity with the original movie. Even more impressive was the manner in which they were able to have so many new things going on and still add psychological depth and breath to an already great protagonist (Jigsaw played by Tobin Bell).
There are a lot of clever and unexpected twists and turns in this one that really leave an already strong storyline up to many more sequels to come!
Almost forgot, I loved Shawnee Smith in the role of Amanda.』 『No Description Available. Genre:Horror Rating:R Release Date:7-AUG-2007 Media Type:DVD』 『Saw IIbrings back many features of the originalSaw: elaborate sadistic scenarios designed to "test" the victims' will to live; Tobin Bell as the Machiavellian (yet doomed) serial killer Jigsaw; Shawnee Smith as Amanda, a survivor of one of Jigsaw's "games", forced to play again; Dina Meyer (Starship Troopers), whose role as a detective is considerably expanded; and the stunningly godawful dialogue of screenwriter Leigh Whannel. The set-up this time is even more preposterous than before, as a rough-and-tumble cop named Eric (Donnie Whalberg,Band of Brothers) watches, on video monitors, his son trapped in a house filled with nerve gas and a handful of other victims, all of whom are mysteriously connected. Eric has captured Jigsaw, but the implacable killer refuses to reveal where the cop's son is being held... unless Eric will play by Jigsaw's rules. Fans ofSawwill loveSaw II, as the tortures are more gruesome than before; viewers who foundSaweither detestable or laughable won't likeSaw IIeither, as the characters rarely behave like actual people (even when a moment's explanation would solve a conflict, no one bothers to communicate, even though their lives are on the line). It's a festival of body fluids, agonized grimaces, and shrieks of pain--and if that's your thing, this is your movie.--Bret Fetzer』
price：$9.98
Starz / Anchor Bay
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Wow to all the fans who miss the incest!) 『I am an adult who first watched this movie as a child and became an instant fan. It was the movie that led me to the book and all books by VC Andrews (and her ghostwriters) and I have been hooked ever since. I find the movie as interesting and captivating now as I did then. No, the movie does not show a brother raping his sister as it happened in the book and no the ending is not the same. However, because the movie was clearly written as 1 film instead of a series, the ending of the movie was exciting and quite enjoyable to watch considering what Corrine put her children through. In fact, the only signficant difference from the book is the ending and the lack of incest. All of the fear, sickness, death, anger and attitudes of the characters were spot on. I get the same reactions now that I did when I first saw the movie: compassion for the children (especially Cory and Carrie), pity and then rage towards Corrine, complete disgust for the Grandmother and a feeling of vindication for the remaining children at the end.
While I am a tremendous fan and have read almost all the books, I find the incest parts a little awkward whenever I read them and I have always hated that Cathy and Chris couldn't get past their feelings so it did my heart good to not see any of that splashed across the screen. I find it ironic, and a little strange, that people are so angry that we don't get to see them getting it on like in the book.
It's not Oscar caliber but it's not trash either.』
(Oh, so verrry, very bad.) 『I should first confess that I am not the greatest fan of the novel from which this film was (allegedly) made.
All I can really ask is, "What is this about?" It sure doesn't seem to have drawn much from V.C. Andrews writing. The acting is like community theater gone very, very wrong.
If you loved the novel, this book is an injustice! If you didn't like the novel, this film is just adding insult to injury. If you are a fan of bad movies so bad that they're hilarious, you'll find no laughs here.
Blech.』
(good movie) 『The book is much better but the movie was fairly good. I was somewhat disappointed with the movie, maybe if I had watched the movie first then read the book...or the series of books, which are really good.』
(I have not read the book) 『It seems to make a great deal of difference if you read the book AND see the film. I have not read any of the books, so keep that in mind. Also, keep in mind that although the book may be in a completely different class than the book, it is interesting to see a different interpretation (like two sketches of the same form: one a Monet, the other a child's drawing).
The Dollanganger family is extremely happy. Mom, Dad, and four precious children (all with names starting with "C") are the picture of perfection, until on dad's birthday he does not come home. Dad has died, and now the family is in shambles. After selling everything they own, mom decides to take the kids to her parent's mansion. Relatives they have never met and a creepy isolated mansion with even creepier help, make for a very uncomfortable homecoming. The kids find out that in order to for their mother to win back her father's affection (and fortune) they cannot exist in the house, so they are locked away in the attic. A stern grandmother makes them even more uneasy ... apparently some family secrets make it impossible for her to love her own grandchildren. Things go from bad to worse as mother's visits become more infrequent and grandmother stops feeding them. The kids want to love their mother, but also realize the insanity of the situation. How will they escape, and what will become of their little family?
I thought this was an average film. A creepy gothic film is executed well with this plot. The acting was decent, definitely creepy, by all involved. The scenery was apt. There was nothing stellar in this film, but it is definitely not that bad. And the film did leave a lot to the imagination, so I will be reading the books to fill in the gaps. Recommended.』
(Holy Messed Up Movie Batman!) 『I watched this movie a lot when I was a kid. I would blame it on my mother, like when she made me watch "Mommie Dearest" just to show me how lucky I was that I had a good childhood, but this was when I was being watched during the day at my aunts house while mom and dad were working, so I basically watched it on the sly. Watching the movie now, I see how truly crazy the story is, and how much you don't realize or pay attention to as a kid. Not only are these poor siblings in the middle of a fight between their mother and grandparents for being spawn of a relationship between Uncle and Neice, but they are locked away in the east wing of this huge mansion with nothing but the bedroom they sleep in and the attic above the room. For being such an abomination in the eyes of their bible bashing Grandmother, they are forced to endure little to no contact with the only family they have left, the verge of starvation and slowly watch their mother change while she prepares to start a new life of redemption, leaving the memory of her 4 children behind, never to be remembered again. Will the children escape this hell they have stumbled upon? Watch and find out.』 『Dreams of an inheritance turn into a nightmare for four innocent children who are locked in the deserted north wing of the family mansion, beaten by a vicious grandmother and tormented by a menacing caretaker. Item Type:DVD Movie Item Rating:NR Street Date:04/24/01 Wide Screen: yes Director Cut:no Special Edition:no Language:ENGLISH Foreign Film:noSubtitles:no Dubbed:no Full Frame:no Re-Release:no Packaging:Sleeve』 『The classic teen novel of adolescent torment and forbidden love gets brought to the screen. When the father of four beautiful blond children is suddenly killed, their mother (Victoria Tennant,L.A. Story) takes them to the family home she fled 17 years earlier. Their fierce and frightening grandmother (Louise Fletcher,One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest) locks them in an upstairs room, from which the only escape is into the cluttered and cobwebbed attic. The children's isolation gets more and more extreme as their mother abandons them, finally even slowly poisoning them to gain her father's inheritance. Sadly, the movie shies away from what madeFlowers in the Atticsuch a hugely popular book--namely, the incestuous sex that began between the two older children, Cathy (Kristy Swanson, the movie version ofBuffy the Vampire Slayer) and Chris (Jeb Stuart Adams). Instead, the movie insinuates incestuous longing in all directions: Cathy's father brings her special presents before he dies, Chris scrubs Cathy's back in the tub, Chris has a noticeably stronger attachment to their mother than Cathy does--not to mention that the grandmother whips the half-naked mother in front of the grandfather. Fletcher brings a bit of bite to her role, and the movie occasionally rises to absurdly lurid zest.--Bret Fetzer』
price：$2.46
Monarch Video
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Another low budget ridiculous torture rip off) 『I rented this via Red Box. Thankfully I did not buy this. This is one low budget poorly acted, directed and written lump. It has no plot and was a quilt of cobbled together scenes. Don't waste your time or money.』
(A Great Torture Flick With a Nice Surprise) 『Chad and Scarlett are husband and wife venturing to start their lives anew in Seattle, Washington. They depart from San Diego after leaving all of their belongings to some friends and begin to head towards their destination. The reason for their sudden departure? Chad was recently involved with "loan sharks" and out of desperation the couple believes that moving far away will protect them from further harm from these "gangsters". Previous encounters with the "debt collectors" ended with violence, one encounter even leaving the pregnant Scarlett on the floor. As a result of the fall, Scarlett's baby is born with a disability (possibly Epilepsy) and faces seizures constantly. The audience knows that somehow the child has died, but the details aren't explained as of yet. This is another reason why Chad and Scarlett decide to start their lives all over but Chad falls asleep at the wheel during their drive to Seattle and the two of them are forced to seek shelter in a small farmhouse along the highway. What unravels next is sure to shock the non-expecting audience. Brutal torture on various degrees occurs, as Chad and Scarlett begin to fight for their lives. The audience is left watching scenes of body mutilation and watch in horror as the couple meets more agony at every turn. Just as things start to look up for the couple, the audience is greeted with a surprise twist regarding their exact location and why the two people are being tortured in the first place. The film plays itself as a justified torture flick with a moral to tell, showing the viewer why it's important to live a better life and just how evil greed truly is. With a great plot that is revealed slowly through flashbacks, the audience gains deeper insight on the past actions of Chad and Scarlett. Couple this with great acting, amazing lighting, and shocking scenes and you'd truly be out of your mind to pass this one up. A great film to add to any horror collection.』
(A good twist at the end, but too little too late) 『Chad and Scarlett are leaving their home in San Diego and heading for Seattle for a new life. Seems the last year has been kind of rough on them, and they lost their infant son. While driving through a remote area (apparently still California), Chad falls asleep and they run off the road, crashing their car, but luckily (ha ha) there's a nearby farm house so they walk for help.
Their hosts, Samael and Lilith, are genial and welcoming and offer to feed them and let them stay the night, promising to take them to the nearest town (30 miles away) in the morning, but they lied and subject the unwitting couple to a night of torture. Of course, there are many attempts to get away and many attempts to kill their tormentors, who just keep on coming, even after a meat thermometer through the temple, stabbings, and running over with large vehicles. This is one of those films that is chock full of cliches too, like "look what you made me do" and that kind of stuff.
There IS actually something more than meets the eye going on here, but you may well give up on the film long before that point. I almost did. I am a seasoned veteran of bad films though, so I'm (usually) immune to badness. That something is somewhat of a revelation of what Chad and Scarlett seem to be running from, but the running has come to an end, and thankfully, so has the film.
Chad and Scarlett are not particularly likeable characters, and Chad snivels and cowers and mopes his way through the whole movie like a whipped puppy. His lips and jaw rarely stop quivering. Scarlett doesn't seem quite as pathetic, but since Chad apparently means a lot to her, well, we see that she's not so bright after all.
Steven Weber and Kelly Hu are OK as the sadistic and psychotic couple, but a little of them goes a long way too.
I will say that the twist to this ALMOST redeemed the film, but everything that comes before that is more or less the same old stuff. And I'm pretty tired of the same old stuff. 2 out of 5.』
(Cheese Grater anyone?) 『This was a film I had been wanting to see for awhile and finally decided to buy the DVD. I'm glad I did.It starts off like most torture porn movies, a couple get in an accident and seek shelter with a seemingly sweet couple in their "Farmhouse".All seems wonderful as the owners of the farmhouse Kelly Wu and Stephen Weber share wine from their vineyard a meal and offer accommodations to the unlucky couple for the night. What happens from there is surprisingly original and has some very tense nail biting moments.The ending really took me by surprise and I'm usually not a big fan of mixing the supernatural with my Slashers but in this case it really works and gives this film that extra punch that kind of knocks the wind out of you.. The acting starts off a little shaky but it picks up and gets much better as Stephen Weber and Kelly Wu are put into the mix.It also shows what kind of damage you could do "in a pinch" with a Meat thermometer and a Cheese grater.All in all I thoroughly enjoyed it and give it 2 big thumbs up.』
(Tense with a Twist..) 『I wasn't expecting too much with this movie but I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered Farmhouse from Amazon during a horror movie drought. All I knew about the movie was that Kelly Hu was in it. That peaked my interest because she is smoking..Anyway, the movie involves the usual stranded bickering motorists who take refuge with a hospitable if somewhat strange couple in a remote farmhouse. The story takes some tense and graphically violent turns throughout the next hour or so but veers away from its SAW and HOSTEL underpannings and ends with an unexpected and supernatural climax. All in all a nice little horror movie and a welcome addition to my collection of the macabre.』 『CHAD AND SCARLET LEAVE THEIR OLD LIFE AND HORRIFYING SECRETS BEHIND IN SEARCH OF A FRESH START. BUT WHEN A NEAR-FATAL CAR ACCIDENT LEAVES THEM STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE, THEY TURN TO A MYSTERIOUS FARM COUPLE FOR SHELTER.』
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