Ovi Gui (Exsanguinar300)

Resident Evil R

Re-Review 10.08.2011

Can't believe i haven't watched this film in so many years, and since i felt like it, decided to re-watch the whole RE franchise.
The birthplace of Alice , on the big screen is incredible. The games from 1996 come to life with the help of Paul W.S. Anderson. This film is probably one of the, if not THE best video game to film adaptation i have ever seen. It's not that old only 2002 but managed to keep the horror golden age feel and suspense. And i'd have to say suspense is what drives this whole film, plus the occasional burst of action and thrill. I know zombies have been around since 1930's or 40's but i first heard of them in Resident Evil so obviously this whole franchise marked my childhood ''worse'' than santa.
It's fucking incredible, has just the right ammount of gore, suspense gradually building more and more, plenty of zombies, thrills, fiction, fantasy and a pinch of horror. Even slight refferals to the game "i want him in the Nemesis project" (RE3:Nemesis game). Then we have the colored strong dialogues like "You like that, don't you, huh? HUH?You like the way it tastes don't you? You like the taste of that? ->Michelle Rodriguez feeding zombies"
and then there's Milla with "I could kiss you, you bitch" or "you're gonna have to work for your meal" --> Kaplan trying to escape and some kickass Alice fight scenes. I also love the whole mystery engulfing Alice, she is a...mystery, at least in the films.
Ok bottom line, Resident Evil is one of a kind, probably the best in the franchise, Milla at her best, Rodriguez the same, and it is positively worth the time,money or interest. Ignore the critics and the ratings, this a very good VG to film adaptation, truly unique. Enjoy!!!

Peace!!!

Event Horizon R

Trailer Here

IMDB Here

This is one of my favorite sci-fi/horror films. Hugely underrated I think and deserves a look, definitely! In the beginning God created Alien and Predator, next there was Event Horizon in the deep space sci-fi/thriller/horror films that marked my teenage-hood. I loved it then, scared the shit out of me, not so scary this time around but provided you got some headphones and you wait until nightfall, you could get spooked at times.

SCREENS

Event Horizon is a decent movie. Not very original now, probably my mind is spoiled with various newer films or even video games like Dead Space, but what it does it does well. It's based on the idea of a space ship, which disappeared just under a decade ago, reappearing mysteriously, prompting a search and rescue vessel to go in and investigate. Telling more would spoil the premise, so no more will be said. It is all set in the future, as much sci-fi is, and deep in outer space, of course. The performances are as polished as you'd expect from Sam Neill, as the doctor, and Laurence Fishbourne, as the scout ship captain, so there are generally no complaints there. The gore levels at times are not for the squeamish, but what else would you expect from an 18 (UK) rated film? There are a fair number of predictable moments, and cliched lines,like: "light'em if you got'em", or my favorite "He's coming, Who?, THE DARK", the analogy "He...THE DARK, is cool, why not IT?, but the overall production is more than decent and able to keep your attention focused on the plot.
Event Horizon is very much an atmospheric sci-fi horror. It does not rely on gore (although there is enough of that) but rather it is the creepy atmosphere that engages the viewer. Andersen successfully creates a tense, depressing, and claustrophobic atmosphere. The suspense and pace are well maintained. It pays tribute to several movies of the same genre (like 'The Shining', 'Aliens' etc).
This isn't THE BEST sci-fi/horror available but delivers the goods, I think. It seems like the audience is divided to haters and lovers. Which one are you? Enjoy

P.S. Just noticed this review makes my number 666 review...weird coincidence huh? (totally non premeditated).

Peace!

300 R

Re-Review 26 November 2011 (My official 9th time of watching this film) An absolutely wonderous grotesque spectacle invisioned in shear genius and brilliancy the final product being this...masterpiece that most certainly is not Leonardo DaVinci of filmography but it most certainly is Salvador Dali. Not impeccable and not perfect but wild and superb enough to impress with every single bit of great detail and power, incredible power felt throughout the entire length of the film, power of the descendants of Heracles, power flawlessly performed by Gerard Butler and his "299" I'm so glad i usually go for my guts (filmography related), or perhaps for knowing one's true tastes, either way, critics underestimated it waaaay too much. So here's my honest good to heart opinion. This is an absolutely exhilarating, breathtaking and most entertaining experience. It go me hooked from minute one, every scene and every angle is unique and keeps me interested all the way to the end. The information is accurate, the story begins and ends from a narrators perspective with the occasional interruptions, the characters are strong not just literally and the dialogues (completely in tune with the film) are quite something. That correct pompous use of words, words forgotten from hundreds of years add to the charisma of the whole film. No cuts, no holding backs and no restraints. It's bloody, gory, sexy, and messy with a good taste and a boldness like no other, very thoroughly mixed together to achieve a high quality film. Zack Snyder brought the life into this film with a keen eye on detail, script, special effects, and the actors most certainly performed outstanding. It takes some pretty nifty skills to assign a certain actor to some random invisioned role, Zack invisioned Gerard Butler as the brave king Leonidas, and indeed one of the best choices i've seen in films overall, excellent use of his inner rage and strength, amazing performance. Lena Headey is very sexy,very strong and not only she's got greek stunning features, but has a presence worthy of Aphrodite herself (on screen). THE only wife a spartan deserves, and the only woman to give birth to a spartan child. Dilios, Stelios, Theron, "nameless" Captain all memorable characters, charismatic, nice performance. Short version...many insane sword fights, blood-pumpin' action, exhilarating rush in various scenes, fucking incredible CGI, this film brought back the slomo style with taste and grace, incredible dialogues, this whole film has a certain unique feel to it like no other, an ambiance surrounded by great landscapes, lighting and soundtracks that fit like a glove. It is one of my favorite films if not still THE favorite at the moment, and if you haven't seen it yet, feel free to do so, you won't regret it. Enjoy or dine in Hell

The Fifth Element PG-13

Re-Review: 24.09.2011 TRAILER IMDB After so many years and in the cgi indoctrination era, The Fifth Element still rules supreme. It will (i think) forever be one of the best films i have seen and among my personal all-time favorites. Never have i watched a sci-fi action packed film with such interest and the "magic" never seems to fade, especially after decades (that's when they get better). To me, the simple yet perfect combination of pure sci-fi mixed with a drop of humor and good taste action and those incredible scenes, unique, unlike any i have seen at that time, and still better than all this cgi crap i've been fed lately. The slow paced narrative thread allowing the viewer to get lost within the story easily, you quickly forget you're on a seat in front of a screen. Everything builds up bit by bit until the ultimate scenes that completely burst in "flames" of brimstone and love, for it is also a romantic soapy story in parts, with more scenes that will blow your mind away. Luc Besson added the very old motive of good's triumph over evil into a deeply captivating fantastic masterpiece in the distant future where eventually nothing matter but...the very feeling that stands at the basics of existence and the motive to most things good or bad along history...love. Sounds corny, but it's impossible to feel that way watching this. Now i know and knew even then that Bruce Willis's career started with Die Hard/Pulp Fiction, but The Fifth Element confirmed his status, a man truly genetically born for action. I also realized about Gary Oldman's high acting potential, that simply gives a whole new definition to the term of bad guy.He was outstanding for this part and the single possible choice. And of course the very popular Milla, first time i laid my eyes on her and i knew i was going to like her. From here on she quickly grew and became what she is today, an amazing actress. The perfect being with orange hair everyone got to know quickly around the world. . And who the hell is the girly guy screaming the entire film? Chris Tucker, also putting up an awesome performance, somehow very fitting for him. I am glad to see The Fifth Element still tops many productions over the years. It's one of those films that remain with you forever, and you get to tell to those around you about how incredible it was and still is (for me at least). SO...without further addue, in short: action, sci-fi fantasy, love and hate good and evil black and white, mysterious, definitely not rushed and one of a kind. What can you possibly NOT like here...Enjoy! More SCREENS Peace!!! P.S. For some reason images still won't appear in profile pages, only on My Profile -> My Favorite Movies list (weird).