Buttered Popcorn: Buzzmans Movie Review Thread

[Buzzman]

The Lincoln Lawyer (2011)

Matthew McConaughey stars in the big-screen adaptation of Michael Connelly's best-selling novel about struggling lawyer Mick Haller, who conducts business from his Lincoln Town Car. When Mick finally lands a big case, it has deadly consequences. Tasked with defending rich lothario Louis Roulet (Ryan Phillippe), who's been charged with assault, Mick finds himself and his family in danger when he deduces that the sinister Louis may be guilty.

The Lincoln Layer is a film that does not do anything wrong. It has a well-paced plot, an electric leading man, and a great play or morals of right and wrong, good vs. evil. It combines all of these things to form a film that comes away swinging for the knockout.

Mathew McConaughey is a brilliant actor, and I will argue with anyone who says otherwise. The problem with him lies with his commercial appeal. Women flock to see this gut for all the wrong reasons. So studios naturally see no risk in continuing to cast him in romantic comedies. When he steps outside that area of comfort, he can be a powerful leading man. This film allows him to do just that. Playing Mick Haller, he demands your attention to be focused on him during his scenes and has effortlessly perfected the cocky, yet intelligent lawman that we haven’t seen from him in a longtime. His performance makes you look past some of these minor holes in the plot and allows you to enjoy this entertaining flick. His supporting cast is wonderfully cast, but there was just nothing they could do to steal any spotlight away from the character of Mick. He felt like the whole film.

Onward to the actual case the film turns your attention; its focus could have been handled a little more delicately. The revelation that Mick’s client is guilty was revealed way too early. It never even got the chance to play on the ambiguity of his true intentions of that fateful night. Instead the film turns into a chess match between the two. It was very entertaining watching it unfold the way ti did, but I cannot help but feel cheated out what could have been a good mystery, it has always been my favorite genre.

This is the exact type of film that should not go unnoticed, both for McConaughey and Hollywood. Enough people flock to see this, the much higher percentage you have of them green lighting another film outside the comfort zone. The Lincoln Lawyer is one of the most compelling courtroom dramas I have seen on a long time and it would be a shame, considering the lackluster year we have been having, if you somehow shy away from this great piece of work.

Overall Score: 8.5/10

 

[Buzzman]

Life As We Know It (2010)

Caterer Holly Berenson (Katherine Heigl) and network sports director Eric Messer (Josh Duhamel) discover a reciprocal hatred during an ill-fated first date -- but are forced to put their feelings aside when their mutual friends die and they become the guardians for orphaned Sophie. Now, Holly and Eric must learn to live with each other and juggle their promising careers while taking care of the little girl in this romantic comedy.

As any film fan knows, one of the worst genres a film can fall into is the dreaded romantic comedy. It is the one genre that consistently puts out shit that woman continue to flick too. For the most, that description fits in well with Life As We Know It. It seems perfectly content on settling with mediocrity as long as they can throw a few bad jokes in and come away with a few bucks in their pockets.

At the beginning of the flm, the parents of a newly born daughter die in a car accident. In their will, they give full parental rights to Eric and Holly. It does a nice job off hooking you in with what can be a compelling topic. The “hilarious” part they somehow need to throw in is that Eric and Holly have hated each other since they first met. So it seems perfectly logical in every sane way that the now deceased parents would leave the fate of their child into the hands of these enemies. Since I told you before that this was a rom-com in every way possible, then you should have no trouble filling in the blanks the rest of the way. It follows the guidelines to a tee, throws in some cute shots, hoping to death you don’t realize how lazy they were.

I find it hard to belive that at one point I thought Josh Duhamel would go onto bigger and better things in his career. Now I look back and just think what a little shit I was because he seems satisfied enough coasting off his looks to star in terrible comedies. The actual irony of it is that he isn’t funny. He belongs in action movies. He’s the male version of Jennifer Aniston, but isn’t getting paid as much. Heigl on the other hand is expected to be mediocre, so she can surprise you in a film like this where she comes across as a loving and likeable person instead of the stuck up bitch she’s rumored to be. While most see her career on a downward mudslide with no stoppage in sight, I’ve found myself liking her more and more as an actress with each role she takes. Maybe one day she can become a respectable actress, but she needs to start avoiding roles in these types of movies.

Life As We Know It came and gone in 2010 in deserving fashion. It is the exact model of a model piece of what is wrong with the genre. Had it took a few more risks around its subject matter, maybe it wouldn’t have been overlooked and forgotten so fast by everyone. This is a film that should only be watched if you must.

Overall Score: 4/10

 

[Rivers17ncsu]

im glad to see a good review about the Lincoln Lawyer, last movie MM was a lawyer in (A Time To Kill) ended up being one of my personal favorites. This one looked very good

 

[Buzzman]

Going the Distance (2010)

New couple Erin (Drew Barrymore) and Garrett (Justin Long) don't want their summer fling to end, but Erin must move across the country to finish school. As the bicoastal lovers try to keep their relationship going, they experience the tricky challenges of living long-distance.

Going the Distance is a real shame. It had two leads who I consider to be quite funny and they both produce the crude humor that makes me laugh. When I saw that these two were teaming up to make a comedy, I got excited; despite it falling under the romantic comedy genre. As you may have found out from some of my other reviews, I think this genre produces a lot of the films that are shitty. They usually end up on the worst films list at the end of each year.

So about forty-five minutes into the film, I had my first laugh, and it was the last one as well. The film was extremely dry with some dreadful scenes of boring dialogue and scenarios that not only were not funny, but came off as moronic. Maybe if they attempted to insert more jokes into the movie, one might have eventually worked but they seemed to barely try. Instead they focused on the romantic side of things with the long distance scenario. That was even worse than the comedy because its two leads did not seem to be having a good time despite them being a real life couple. How the hell does that end up happening? It should have been the easiest part of the film to nail, but ironically was its worst aspect.

One more movie like this and I may have to evaluate putting Justin Long on the no-watch list. He’s had a string of bad movies lately despite him being a funny guy. Drew Barrymore on the other hand can get a pass. She wasn’t terrible in it, but this is her worst film to date outside of that dreadful Angels sequel that should not have existed, and I still enjoy the rest of her material

Going the Distance is bad in every possible way. It is lazy, boring, and dry. It felt like a cash grab for studios and a paid vacation for its leads. Thankfully many passed on this upon release. It should stay that way too because it does not deserve your time. It can make some shitty movies actually seem not so bad anymore. This is just plain trash.

Overall Score: 0/10

 

[Buzzman]

Rango (2011)

Johnny Depp lends his voice to the portrayal of the title character, an adventurous family pet who leaves home to learn more about himself, in this family-friendly animated adventure directed by Gore Verbinski.

Westerns seem to be a dying breed in films of today. It is rare then to sit down and actually watch a great one. So when I was introduced to Rango, I was cautiously curious about the film. On one hand, it looked unique and fun, but recent films about the Wild West have only seemed to disappoint me. Those doubts seemed to linger with me until I finally gave in and went to the theater to finally see it three weeks after its release. I walked into the theater with doubts, and came out knowing I had just seen what will be the best animated film of 2011.

The film is the ultimate tribute to the dying Western genre. Everything from the characters, the town, the situations both come to face, and even the themes all work its way back to the genre; they just felt so spot on, even shouting out heavily to the Man With No Name. The plot followed Rango as a pet lizard being thrown out into the “real” world. He stumbles upon a dying town in the Ole West and unknowingly gives it a second life when he becomes sheriff and the town’s hero. With the town having so many problems, it keeps the pace of the film moving well, placing Rango in a handful of situations that turn out to be hilarious, yet charming. You never have a dull moment with Rango the Lizard.

While the plot is rather enjoyable, it would not have been anything if it weren’t for its characters. With this being an animation, the general silliness of the Wild West works out perfectly offering a town full of unique and bizarre creatures. As I have said Rango is the heart of the film, but a few others stood out. Rattlesnake Jake as the other gunslinger makes for a brilliant tribute to the villains of the wicked west. Children will think he is scary, the adults will see everything he represents and appreciate it far more than the little ones. The mayor and the entire mole family leave their marks as well, standing out when called upon. The entire cast of characters just molded into one of the best spot on characters for an animated film. It ranks up there with the Toy Story cast.

Rango will be to Western fans, what The Dark Knight was for Batman fanatics. It is such a treat to sit down and watch something that is just plain great, turning a bunch of shout outs into something of its own creation. Kids will love it for the animations, but the elders will love it for everything else. This is one of the rare animated films that adults will love more than the children. As of right now, April 1st, it is the finest film of 2011, and I would be shocked if it doesn’t end up in my top 5 at the end of the year.

Overall Score: 9/10

 

[dell71]

Good stuff, especially the review of Rango.

Justin Long is boning Drew Barrymore in real life? How the hell did I miss that?

 

[Buzzman]

Source Code (2011)

Jake Gyllenhaal portrays a soldier named Colter Stevens, recruited for a time-bending government investigation that places him in another man's mind and body, reliving the same traumatic event repeatedly in an effort to identify the perpetrators of a terrorist bombing. Vera Farmiga plays a communications specialist who provides the vital link to the soldier's primary reality as he searches for critical clues within a recurring nightmare.

To say Source Code is ambitious would be a big understatement. It is a film that completely shits on Hollywood and essentially creates its own rules. It is a risky move to fight against normativity, but as 2010 showed tremendously, an audience will show up to see your film if you create something worth seeing. I can tell you that while Source Code didn’t meet my expectations, it was still a great film that all movie goers should end up watching. Its originality alone should be enough for your time.

The film starts off with Colter Stevens being placed in another man’s body aboard a train he has no recollection boarding sitting next to a woman who knows him, but he has never seen before. After eight minutes pass, the train unexpectedly blows up. He then awakens in a metal capsule of some sort. A woman shows up on screen prompting him to find the bomber and sends him back onto the train. He finds out that he is in a program called Source Code that allows somebody to re-live the last eight minutes of someone’s life. He cannot prevent what happens, but he can figure out vital information about the situation. In this case, it is figuring out who planted the bomb so they can apprehend him before he can set off another one. It is not confusing as it reads. Watching the film makes it quite easier to follow. One might think going back into the past eight minutes over and over again might get repetitive but even though the larger picture is the same, little things in the scenes change, making it a new experience every time.

It sort of makes me laugh though thinking back, finding the bomber was the least exciting section of the film. The best part is learning about this program, Source Code, and it’s very first recruit Colter Stevens. The program will have science fiction fans geeking up because it is a really wicked device that never fully reveals its functions right up until the end. Pairing it up with Stevens makes it even better. He is a intriguing character who along with the audience tries to figure out how he got into the program and where he is. Watching him put the puzzle pieces together allows us to work it out with him. They reveal a crucial part about him too soon I felt, but once the film ends, it makes more sense why they worked it out that way. Jake Gyllenhaal finally makes up for his last four failed attempts in a big way. He truly turns in a wonderful performance that should not be overshadowed by the story. Without him, the story is mute.

His supporting cast turned in some well-balanced acts as well. Michelle Monaghan continues to choose well-mannered roles that prove she is more than just a pretty face and Vera Farmiga makes what should be a forgettable role into one filled with care and emotion. She stood out in a wonderful cast. The only one who just did not have it going was Jeffrey Wright; his dialogue was completely predictable coming from the guy who made the program and was a straight up dick. It’s hard to like that type of character sometimes.

Talking about the plot and the characters, the breaking point for everyone who watches it will be its third act. For some it will turn the movie in greatness territory while others may feel cheated or confused. Much like Inception, I feel the story ended ambiguously. I have already thought of both ways to interpret the ending, and the one I am leaning towards makes more sense and for a better conclusion. You’ll have to watch it yourself, but I can promise you that it will leave you thinking.

Source Code is the first blockbuster movie of the year, even if neither the budget nor the opening box office says otherwise. It’s giant where it counts, plot, character development, and originality. Duncan Clarke with Moon and now this, proves that he is going to be a big time director that will be a force in the business for hopefully many years to come. Source Code delivers everything you can ask for and more out of a film, and you’d be a fool to pass up the opportunity to watch this. The summer season starts here.

Overall Score: 8.5/10

 

[Juggernaut]

Suckerpunch a 1?

:stone:

I'd see it again tomorrow if someone bought the ticket for me.

 

[Rivers17ncsu]

I'm going to have to see Source Code. Great review from you and then my cousin saw it tonight and said it was really good.

Plus Michelle Monaghan is one of my many celebrity crushes :heart:

 

[Buzzman]

Suckerpunch a 1?

:stone:

I'd see it again tomorrow if someone bought the ticket for me.

Sucker Punched annoyed me in every way possible. I'd have to be given money in order to see it again.

 

[Buzzman]

Limitless (2011)

With his writing career dragging and his girlfriend casting him off, Eddie Morra's life turns around when he takes a drug that provides astonishing mental focus -- but its deadly side effects threaten his future.

Most of what I saw surrounding this film screamed entertaining trash. It looked like it a decent synopsis going for it, but the presentation of the trailer made it seem like it was going to be hindered by a back and forth battle between Eddie and Carl for control of the drug that let you access 100% of your mind. The problem there is with De Niro; I just cannot buy him as a vicious character anymore after his recent stretch of mediocre films.

Surprisingly I got something I never really expected. A smart thriller that while never elevating to greatness stays consistently good throughout its entire runtime. The power struggle did come; just it arrived at the end and with a different character. It is a film that throws little twists at you that keeps the story flowing and your mind from wandering. Every time I thought I thought I knew where the story was headed, it seemed to deviate from the projection. I was really impressed they did it so consistently without making a mess of the plot. The famous Spiderman quote, “With great power comes great responsibility” seems to fit in perfectly with what the film tries to accomplish. Here is a man that wants to do great things with this drug, but may have to do unethical things to get in a position where he can accomplish these goals of his. As his journey furthers onward, you begin to wonder whether you’re actually watching the good guy, or just a villain shown in a positive nature. Up until the very end, that question still lingers in your head, leaving you with a wickedly cool ending that goes against the norm.

This was Bradley Cooper’s first role where the camera focused only on him rather than a group of men. I’d say he passed with a pretty impressive debut. He has a natural cockiness to him that suits the roles he takes on, and more specifically, the character of Eddie Morra. He seems to be more than just a face, and an actual actor that if he continues making thriller/comedies, should have no trouble keeping this momentum swing he has going for him. The thing that is great about his character that normally in Hollywood films the lead character learns a lesson by the end, here it seems like he just got cockier by the end. One of the many reasons it surprised me so much. Robert De Niro despite being showcased in the trailer barely makes an appearance. It is quite amazing, as talented as he once was, he can have such a forgettable role. Age and role choices have dampened his respectability.

Limitless is a fun good time that is entertaining all the way through. If the trailer had you in doubts, you can forgot about them, if it intrigued you, you’re in for a treat as well. This was a surprise hit that stands out maybe more than it should since the year got off to a slow start, but over the course of the last four weeks, 2011 has really picked up, and Limitless is a shining example on why it has. It has an original story, with a enjoyable character, and lets you interrupt the ending. The film ends pretty sweet, but was it ethically right? That is for you to decide.

Overall Score: 7/10

 

[kmanharris]

Limitless (2011)

With his writing career dragging and his girlfriend casting him off, Eddie Morra's life turns around when he takes a drug that provides astonishing mental focus -- but its deadly side effects threaten his future.

Most of what I saw surrounding this film screamed entertaining trash. It looked like it a decent synopsis going for it, but the presentation of the trailer made it seem like it was going to be hindered by a back and forth battle between Eddie and Carl for control of the drug that let you access 100% of your mind. The problem there is with De Niro; I just cannot buy him as a vicious character anymore after his recent stretch of mediocre films.

Surprisingly I got something I never really expected. A smart thriller that while never elevating to greatness stays consistently good throughout its entire runtime. The power struggle did come; just it arrived at the end and with a different character. It is a film that throws little twists at you that keeps the story flowing and your mind from wandering. Every time I thought I thought I knew where the story was headed, it seemed to deviate from the projection. I was really impressed they did it so consistently without making a mess of the plot. The famous Spiderman quote, “With great power comes great responsibility” seems to fit in perfectly with what the film tries to accomplish. Here is a man that wants to do great things with this drug, but may have to do unethical things to get in a position where he can accomplish these goals of his. As his journey furthers onward, you begin to wonder whether you’re actually watching the good guy, or just a villain shown in a positive nature. Up until the very end, that question still lingers in your head, leaving you with a wickedly cool ending that goes against the norm.

This was Bradley Cooper’s first role where the camera focused only on him rather than a group of men. I’d say he passed with a pretty impressive debut. He has a natural cockiness to him that suits the roles he takes on, and more specifically, the character of Eddie Morra. He seems to be more than just a face, and an actual actor that if he continues making thriller/comedies, should have no trouble keeping this momentum swing he has going for him. The thing that is great about his character that normally in Hollywood films the lead character learns a lesson by the end, here it seems like he just got cockier by the end. One of the many reasons it surprised me so much. Robert De Niro despite being showcased in the trailer barely makes an appearance. It is quite amazing, as talented as he once was, he can have such a forgettable role. Age and role choices have dampened his respectability.

Limitless is a fun good time that is entertaining all the way through. If the trailer had you in doubts, you can forgot about them, if it intrigued you, you’re in for a treat as well. This was a surprise hit that stands out maybe more than it should since the year got off to a slow start, but over the course of the last four weeks, 2011 has really picked up, and Limitless is a shining example on why it has. It has an original story, with a enjoyable character, and lets you interrupt the ending. The film ends pretty sweet, but was it ethically right? That is for you to decide.

Overall Score: 7/10

I wanted to see the Adjustment Bureau but when that wasn't playing at my movie theater we went to see this. Like you, I thought it looked kinda lame from the previews but was presently surprised. I thought I had everything figured out but things just kept changing.

 

except the ending. I was pretty sure he was off the drug but since I kept guessing wrong throughout the movie I doubted myself

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I still can't wait to see the Adjustment Bureau. That movie really interests me.

 

[Buzzman]

Coincidentally, I went to the theater today after work because they are open erly this week because of school breaks, and I saw The Adjustment Bureau for a 2nd time. I liked it better then second time.

 

[Buzzman]

The Troll Hunter (2010)

Warning: This film is spoken in Norwegian.

The found footage trend is hitting an all-time high right now. It really seems as of late that there are at least two to three films out every year that try and use this tactic to create a unique perspective for their film. In 2010, it may have hit its peak; The Last Exorcism came first, then Paranormal Activity 2 after that, and then finished with this little gem. Out of the three, I enjoyed them all, but I can say confidently that I thought The Troll Hunter offers a lot more than the other two.

This films central subject matter is why it is such an intriguing watch in the first place. I have heard of trolls in stories and have seen pictures of them in books, but never have the ever been show in this light before. In this universe, they are shown as creatures roaming the mountains of Europe that range from tall human size to massive ones that could crush your vehicle with its foot. Surprisingly, they are shown quite often. Normally in these types of films, they are hidden and kept in the grey, keeping the big reveal towards the end in a massive Hollywood appearance, but almost from the start you are given sightings of these beasts. They all look different, but act the same. As the film moves forward, little bits of information are revealed about them; why they come out at night; what gets them salivating; how the government has kept them hidden all these years. It is all very fascinating to hear. The trolls themselves also looked fantastic. It always boggles my mind watching kick-ass CGI enhancements with the smaller budgeted films. How that get them to look so good on screen when blockbusters fail drastically in this department will always be a mystery.

The crew filming has an expected fate, but it does stray a little different than normal. Normally found footage ends with an unquestionable fate, but here the footage is abruptly ended. You can develop ideas that heavily support what may have happened to them, but you will never truly know. The fact that you are watching the film supports a whole nother theory in itself. One of the wrongs with the film is the troll secrecy itself. It seems very hard to believe that trolls have been hidden this entire time when there are some the size of tall buildings. Throw in that this Troll Hunter himself allowed them to film him at all, makes it all very film-like. If you can work yourself past that little discrepancy, you should found yourself very entertained.

The Troll Hunter will be a very popular film to those that do end up watching it. The foreign language and handheld camera style may cause you to be turned off by it, by as long as you know how to read, you should find yourself being entertained all the way through. It is an original film that strives to be great and accomplishes that. It comes to the states later in 2011, so when it finally hits, don’t forget about it because it will be worth your time.

Overall Score: 8/10

 

[Rivers17ncsu]

you enjoyed PA2? Surprising

May have to check out this Troll Hunter movie though

 

[Buzzman]

Your Highness (2011)

From some of the team responsible for Pineapple Express comes this ribald, over-the-top, medieval fantasy/comedy about a wayward prince (Danny McBride), his slightly less wayward brother (James Franco) and a warrior princess (Natalie Portman) out to save them from themselves. The blue-blooded slackers embark on a quest to save their father's kingdom from doom, encountering sorcerers, dragons and Zooey Deschanel along the way.

Your Highness will be a critically bashed by majority of its watchers aged over 21. It might be one of the most immature comedies I have seen. It is crude in every way possible and every joke practically revolves around that of a man’s penis or the loud shouts of profanity. All that in mind, the inner 19 year old in me could not stop laughing at it. What can I say? Penis jokes are all but guaranteed to have me laughing up a storm.

Here the strangest mash up of fantasy and comedy wouldn’t normally gel, but it only seems to add the absolute silliness of universe. These characters could be placed in a modern setting and you would not have to change a single thing about them. They do not belong in this time period, and that is sort of the appeal in all of this. I haven’t been so entertained by such historical inaccuracy since A Knights Tale.

A lot of chatter erupted when people found out James Franco and Natalie Portman chose this project after their two Oscar performances, but quite honestly they did not really bring a whole lot to the table. James Franco as the beloved Prince Fabious creates a likeable character, but he never really brings any laughs to the table. He does seem to help provide some hilarious scenarios for his brother though. Concerning Portman, she barely gets any chance to do anything despite the trailers making it appear like she played a large role in the film. It practically showcased her entire performance in those tiny two minute trailers. So disappointing from these two because despite extraordinary talent, both come off far too forgettable. Just about all of the laughs come from Danny McBride and his foul mouthed dick jokes. He continues to be a one dimensional comedian but boy do I find his humor to be my humor. The scene stealing villain, Leezar, is great in the limited screen time he is given.

If you walk into Your Highness with high expectations prepare to be disappointed. It is funny, but not the type of humor most enjoy. I found myself comparing it to MacGruber. I fucking loved that movie but everyone else seemed to have the opposite opinion of it. That seems likely to happen with this film as I find the comedy to be of similar taste between the two, but maybe the presence of the cast will sway you more into this direction since everyone is so likeable. It is all boils down to one thing, do you or do you not enjoy penis jokes? See the movie if your answer is yes, pass if it is no.

Overall Score: 7/10

 

[wingsfan77]

You should do a list of your "un-watchable" actors and actresses.

 

[Rivers17ncsu]

Ill have to see it. I like McBridge and Portman is hot

 

[Buzzman]

Insidious (2011)

After moving into a new home, Josh (Patrick Wilson) and his wife Renai (Rose Byrne) confront terrifying tribulations when their son Dalton (Ty Simpkins) falls into a coma and his body starts to attract malevolent forces from a mysterious netherworld. But when the family decides to move again, hoping to leave the evil spirits behind, they realize that their problems are just beginning.

Insidious is classic horror. It features a haunted house, dead ghosts, and the forgotten use of light. It doesn’t rely on that CGI’d shit that has managed to kill the horror genre we watch today. One instance where this holds true tremendously is when the mother is doing chores around the house, if you pay attention, you can see a little boy in the room just watching her. He is not floating around, not screaming with a modified voice, nor does he have some fake looking feature. He is merely a boy just sitting there watching her. He may not be scary, but the fact that he is sitting there just watching her is. It’s in this department that Insidious thrives in.

The story itself is a tale of two halves. The first part is the best; it’s a classic haunted house tale that clicks in every way. It scares the shit out of you, features a well-paced plot, and has a path of unpredictability. At the midmarker, it was well on its way to being a truly classic horror film. Then the second half came and all originality went out the window. The haunted house and ghosts went away, and instead Freddy Kruger and his boiler room decided to make an appearance. Technically, they didn’t, but the demon behind everything is first seen sharpening the claws on his right hand while he essentially sits in what is a boiler room. It is hard to believe that this was the same movie as the first 60 minutes. Two complete opposite in tone and direction, which just did not go well together.

Horror films never ask much of their cast, but they were impressive hear. Patrick Wilson continues to impress me with yet another memorable performance. His wife Rose Byrne is more than just a pretty face. She sets herself up for the audience to be with her during all this mayhem, rather than watching her be tormented. The scene stealers though come from the extraction crew. Lin Shaye turns an extremely cheesy role into something that is serious and memorable. Her two employees provide the only laughs, which came at a much needed spot in the second half. It was a pleasant surprise to see the actors match the horror quality. It’s too bad the entire story didn’t follow suit.

Insidious is gold to fans of true horror. It uses classic tactics to get a jump out of you. Its tiny budget works out perfectly for this. That smaller budget made them be creative with the film and for the first 60 minutes it was fantastic. The second half may not be as bad as I claim it to be, but it just disgusted me how something so creative could fall off a cliff so fast. If you are looking for an entertaining horror flick, stop right here. You’ve found it, but if you look at the film in the same view I did, you will see it could have been an overall great movie, rather than just a solid horror film.

Overall Score: 6.5/10

 

[Palooza]

I still don't know what to think of Your Highness. I didn't LOL as often as I would have liked, but the ridiculousness of it all and a certain few scenes were just brilliant.