Before viewing, I didn’t read a single review or synopsis, nor did I watch any trailers in order to come in and just see what happens. In other words, I wanted to be surprised and not see an entire movie spoiled in a trailer.
The story took a little while to develop. At times, I was a bit confused as to what was going on, but began to piece things together as the film began to wind down. The acting and sound design were both at par level, but the cinematography (also written about below) made up for it.
The setting, a mostly dark, somewhat secluded location (apartment building or complex), was fitting for the film as our main character shunned himself from the outside but embraced technology to communicate with others. I wish there was more information for this.
Overall, it’s worth a watch. Jenifer Reeder is a fantastic director, and I can’t wait to see more of her work.
Bonus points for casting Michael Shannon and forcing his always-confused look.
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The most beautiful concert film I've ever seen to accompany one of the greatest albums ever made.
I've been brushing this film off for a long time. At first, the concept didn't appeal to me, and I laughed it off as I expected it to land in the final pages of Tubi's horror library... until today. Thanks a lot, Netflix.
Browsing through Netflix, this film was front and center (trending), so I said, "Sure, why not." I was expecting a terrible film with no plot, terrible dialog, and an even more terrible closing. To be honest, there were plenty of pain points throughout, but it was not terrible.
I can give a synopsis here of the entire film (I won't), but I have to share that many of the steps that these characters take in trying to secure their lives were creative, and I have to give credit to the director(s) and (writer(s) for developing ways that the characters can possibly survive various scenarios.
My one big complaint: The priest or holy person. Why? Were there no serious actors available? Did no one say, "Hey, maybe he shouldn't be a comedian?"
Overall, I gave this film a 3 out of 5 rating. If you see it, add it to your queue. It's a fast watch, even if it's in the background.
A town terrorized by rabid satanic hippies. That’s a new one on me.
Super cheap and cheaply acted, but I’ve seen worse.
I hate myself.
Yes, it was done way too cheap for what it tried to accomplish, but I will always enjoy this movie.
Terrific practical effects despite the low budget, (many built by a young James Cameron), a great score by freshman composer, James Horner, and an eclectic but fun cast!
The Blu-ray looks great too!
Thanks a lot, Hulu recommendations. After 15 minutes, I couldn’t watch this boring trash anymore.
This is a weird ass film…
Well, I’ll admit it subverts SOME expectations. Unfortunately none of those expectations were that it’d be really good. While it certainly isn’t the worst movie of this ilk, it suffers from needless melodrama and too low a budget for anything more than cartoon dinosaurs.
Well, that was 'special'. Small Montana town attacked by cartoon dinosaurs and only the former bronco riding town hero with a checkered past can save them! (Meanwhile, Eric Roberts cashes a paycheck)
Stuck on a delayed plane. This gem just landed on Shudder today. 🖤
@joshruben slays!!!!!!
