And you thought being trapped in an elevator was frightening enough.
Tag: Movie Review
Alice in zombieland
There are no tea parties where this Alice is going. There are only multitudes of the walking-dead seeking one thing, and one thing only, a bowlful of Alice.
Nothing pretty about “Machete,” just bloody goodness
It doesn’t take much to please a guy — explosions, fist-fights, Lindsay Lohan. Guys, consider “Machete” an early Christmas present.
Superb acting possesses “The Last Exorcism”
Bad acting is something we’ve come to expect and love in horror movies along with slutty girls, victims running into the woods, and villains with tortured pasts. In fact, usually the acting is so bad that it creates humor and appeal in its ridiculousness — as in Grindhouse films. “The Last Exorcism,” however, sets itself apart in that it has flawless acting and a refreshingly original story. But, what it lacks is the kind of scares that make you sleep with the lights on.
“Takers” takes a page out of Ocean’s 11
“Takers” is what would happen if they made another Ocean’s movie with a less talented cast and even less talented writing.
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water . . . Piranhas!
Piranha 3-D is being hailed as the goriest film in recent history and I can vouch for that. As a dedicated horror fan, I found myself turning away at some scenes. Many members of the audience were in awe of the sheer devastation – complete with flying body parts – that resulted in the mass attacks.
Not exactly an immaculate conception
The film “The Switch” is packaged shiny and bright with bold fonts and fancy graphics. Its selling points are wholesome, beloved actors and a sparkly fresh idea involving romance and artificial insemination (that’s right, artificial insemination). However, inside this peppy package is the same tired product that Hollywood has been selling us for years — two people who are just friends, but who secretly love each other, must overcome several obstacles to obtain the happiness they have been longing for.