Not good, not bad!

akamatsu-1

Well, what can I say? If this film was actually made in the 80's I bet they could make a kick ass re-make of it now, unfortunately its only just been made! (Which means the re-make will be out in about 10 years)

Cons: - Takes at least 10 mins too long to get into the action. - When the action does start, it doesn't last long enough! - Some of the acting is, well, um... - The entire thing with the therapist is pointless and adds nothing. - I don't think some character (Character?) threads were properly concluded. - End of film was way too sudden! - Needed to have a bigger variety of monster. - Some of the effects were...questionable, cant decide if this was good or bad!?!?

Pros: - Robert Englund actually gives a pretty good performance. He obviously had fun with this, and didn't mind getting his hands dirty! (I have met the guy! Just thought id say! He he!) - Hello!! I believe this film was meant to be ridiculous!! - This film should be watched for the old guy in the hardware store, funniest thing in the entire film!! - It is most refreshing to see a modern film that IS NOT infested with CGI!! - Jack Brooks has a nicely thought out background and motivation for his actions. (Nice moment in the van with the Sinatra song)

In conclusion, this is not the best film ever made, and I have seen much better 'Hats Off' films of 80's type B-movies. But, mostly due to the Hardware store guy and Robert Englund, this movie is staying in my collection, and if you have 85 mins to mindlessly kill, or are drunk with mates I recommend (Just make sure you fast-forward to the action!)

Icarus.

score 6/10

akamatsu-1 30 September 2008

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