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Maniac
[DVD#344]
[Note: Directed by Franck Khalfoun. This is a remake of the 1980 movie, although you can hardly call it that since it is so different. They might as well just have made this a new movie, but I guess they wanted to capitalize on the semi-notoriety of the 1980 release. This movie stars the lovable hobbit himself, also known as Elijah Wood, who plays a not-so-convincing serial killer. Regardless, the movie isn't a total waste, it had its moments.]
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The Blind Dead Collection
[DVD#345]
[Note: Directed by Spanish legend Amando de Ossorio. This awesome boxset contains Tombs of the Blind Dead (1971), Return of the Evil Dead (1973), The Ghost Galleon (1975) and Night of the Seagulls (2004). The boxset also contains a 39 page color book and a DVD with a documentary, interview and DVD-ROM feature.]
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[Above: Tombs of the Blind Dead - Front/back.]
[Above: Return of the Evil Dead - Front/back.]
[Above: The Ghost Galleon - Front/back.]
[Above: Night of the Seagulls - Front/back.]
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Immoral Tales
[BLU-RAY#346]
[Note: Directed by Walerian Borowczyk.]
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The Dead
[BLU-RAY#347]
[Note: Directed by Howard and Jon Ford. One of the best zombie films I've seen in a long time and certainly one of the best in recent years. The film is simple and to the point, realistic in plot, no CGI crap (amputees were even used for various zombies missing limbs!) and shot on old school 35mm film, not digital video. All great bonuses. It is also unique due to it taking place in Africa, with 'African' zombies (the film was shot in Ghana and Burkina Faso).
This film also carries the distinction of being the first zombie movie filmed in Africa. It is an interesting film, using mostly local actors. The effects are very good, even grisly real at times. What ruins the movie though is the ending. It's one of those movies where the end comes and you're left feeling unsatisfied. In a sea of bad zombie movies though, this is an interesting watch.]
The Witch
[DVD#348]
[Note: Directed by Robert Eggers (his directorial debut), this movie is a superb modern horror film. Its authenticity, historical feel, flawless casting and acting, set design/locations... I could go on and on, that's how much I liked this film. Perhaps most alluring though is the atmosphere and energy, I found it to be very interesting. In an age of boring, predictable movies The Witch stands alone. Do yourself a favor and watch this - and while you're there, say 'hi' to Black Philip for me!]
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Mold
[DVD#349]
[Note: Directed by Neil Meschino. Although this is pretty low budget, it's not entirely unwatchable. The main problem is an uneven level of acting ability between the actors - some of them are good, other are amateur. The whole comedy/horror style reminds one of Return of the Living Dead.]
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