I watched this earlier, and as I mull it over, I am reminded that swallowing a hard pill is part of life. I don't mean to sound on the nose or downplay Swallow, however. I am just expressing how I feel because sometimes coming to terms with bad news can be overwhelming, which is apparent in regards to Hunter. Her unusual eating habits express that she feels abandoned by her husband, which adds a layer of psychological depth which complements…
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Blood and Black Lace 1964
Fashion models, brutal murders, exquisite colors, elaborate set pieces, and a rhythmic score. These are the elements that are brought to life in what is a stunner of a giallo, and so the viewing experience is nothing short of engrossing.
There's no denying that Bava is at his peak here. He relies on simple methods, such as tracking shots between fitting rooms, to focus on the characters' interactions. It's sneaky because you feel as though you are invading their privacy,…
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Retreat 2011
Retreating to an island to relax for a few days only to be stranded is a scary thought. I don't know what I would do in that situation other than use what I have available to survive and my wits. Both are what the couple has at their disposal, but even then, there's still a sense of uncertainty; there's still the possibility that they may not make it alive. It's a simple concept, but it complements the sense of isolation…
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Vigilante Force 1976
Put oil field workers out of work, and you're asking for trouble. That's the way I see it. Thankfully, I have very little interest in maintaining oil fields; otherwise, I could very well find myself beaten to a pulp before I could say uncle. That'd be a real shame, wouldn't it? Well, I don't know the first thing about restoring law and order, so you'd best have a word with Aaron Arnold if violence in the streets is getting out…
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Grotesque 1988
I am not sure what would drive a gang of punks to steal a large sum of money from a special effects artist. I suppose motives don't matter when greed and mass murder are in the mix, though there's no denying that the punks' one-track mind is such that they have no other defining characteristics. This is just one of the problems that I have with Grotesque. It's a messy and by and large all-over-the-place film that, while not terrible,…
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Silver Bullet 1985
There's nothing like spring in a small town, is there? I mean, when you have fireworks, a barbecue, a motorized wheelchair, sibling rivalry, and a prankster who takes things too far, you can bet you'll have a good time. That is, until the bodies start piling up and everyone and their brother starts taking up arms. How's that for sticking it to the man? Well, if you've ever wanted to take a tour of a werewolf's habitat, you'll find that…