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Summary: Russell Mulcahy's Resurrection
Review: Mulcahy and Lambert bring a bloody serial killer film to the subgenre...about ten years too late.Lambert is a Chicago detective on the trail of a killer who is using the Bible as a guide in order to fulfill his own sick prophecy, resurrecting what he thinks is the body of Christ. The cops catch the killer, lose him, and eventually, a showdown right out of "Seven." The plot is very good, and very complicated for a straight to video suspense release. Mulcahy shows some incredible directing chops, although you swear David Fincher had his hands in this. Chicago becomes the Rainy City, as most of the action takes place in a downpour. Lambert plays a typical bitter detective who is still grieving the loss of his son in an accident. The character has been done before, but Lambert shows some very good emotions and his character is smart, not just running around blowing things up. This might be because Lambert also coproduced and cowrote this, giving himself plenty of moments. He also gives himself plenty of leaps in logic, as his Cajun cop singlehandedly solves the case as if by divine intervention. He comes up with breaks in the case by concentrating and pacing, reading magazines, and making change for a coworker. The film is about twenty minutes too long, and the finale involves putting a newborn baby in peril that represents one of the lowest points in serial killer cinema next to Hannibal Lecter feeding the little girl a "snack" on the plane. This film is unrelentingly dark, and this works for most of the film. The gore is very heavy and very disturbing, and the film is suspenseful in the way "Seven" was. Like that film, however, once the killer is identified, the plot becomes a bit of a letdown, switching from suspenseful cat and mouse games with a killer to shoot 'em up action. Definitely not for the squeamish, "Resurrection" is not a great film, but a good one. I would have to guess that if it had received a wider release, it would have tapped into serial killer genre fans and made a little money. This is rated (R) for physical violence, strong gun violence, very strong gore, profanity, some female nudity, male nudity, and very strong adult situations.
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Summary: full of gruesome goodness
Review: One thing you can say about Christopher Lambert is that he doesn't make conventional choices when it comes to the movies he makes. Most fans of Chris (and there are a lot of them out there)have stopped trying to figure out why he makes the movies he does, we simply sit back and enjoy. I for one can't figure out why he isnt a household name. The man could be huge if he wanted to go "hollywood" but he does what he wants to do, and I am okay with that. He's got the talent that is for sure. And every woman I know thinks he's got the looks and to quote a friend of mine "has the sexiest voice I have ever heard". I don't have a clue as to whether that is true or not, my idea of a sexy voice would be Shania Twain's. Oh wait I was supposed to be reviewing a movie wasn't I? Resurrection is a dark thriller, in the vain of SEVEN. I wont ruin the movie by revealing too much of the plot, but I will say there is a nut running loose stealing body parts, and yes some of the visuals are a bit intense. If you are a fan of that genre or just a Lambert fan then I would give this one a go.
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Summary: Superb Suspense
Review: Resurrection is not for the faint-hearted. But if you love thrillers and you love suspense then this movie is for you. The movie has an extremely clever plot, with well-drawn characters. You'll figure out "WHO done it"...but that only adds to the suspense, and makes the climax all the better. This is a must see for true suspense lovers.
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Summary: EXCELLENT horror!
Review: Right up there with Seven I tell you. This movie is just what you need to satisfy those cravings for your serial killer movie needs. The plot is one of the best around: A man murdering other males to reconstruct the body of Christ. Pretty simple, but VERY original. Christopher Lambert has given better performances, but you can't bash him for that; just look at Highlander. Well, what can you say, he's French. If your looking for chills and gut spills, rent Resurrection, and have at it.
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Summary: Too many clichés
Review: Take some of the most popular horror/thriller cop movies, add plenty of water, with only the slightest pinch of acting, mix in a blender. This is the unfortunate drink recipe that you think has to taste better as you get to the end of it, but instead leaves a sour aftertaste feeling that you were duped into watching the whole thing. This might sound harsh, but the movie "borrowed" so many themes, characters, and tragedies from such greats as Se7en & Manhunter to name a few, and even sunk into recycling the overused "dead child/wife/husband" (insert appropriate sorrow invoking event here). Save yourself and watch the "reel" classics that this feebly tried to imitate. Please subtract 1 star from this rating for the sake of accuracy.
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Summary: Seven in hardcore
Review: The history was "inspired" by seven, but with a more goring style. The dvd that i got don't have subtitles, but is dubbed in spanish. By the way, i'm reviewing from chile, so sorry for my english. The film is good, but non very original.
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Summary: Derivative trash
Review: The most compelling thing about this tripe is how shamelessly it rips off 'Seven.' On every level it is relentlessly derivative - the story structure and rhythm, the lighting, the rain, the costumes, the entire production design, multiple action sequences, whole slabs of ineptly reworded dialogue, and even the casting of Leland Orser, all gutlessly ape David Fincher's masterpiece. The degree of [imitation] is astonishing. Wondering what they'll steal next provides the only tension in an otherwise tedious tale. Yet ironically, for all their meticulousness, Mulcahy, Lambert and Mirman still manage to neglect the most important elements of 'Seven': sympathetic heroes, a villain whose motive is frighteningly justifiable, and a climax we'll never forget. 'Seven' works because it's clever and moving. 'Resurrection' fails because it's boring and trite. And so derivative that it's embarrassing. ...
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Summary: Resurrection vs. Se7en !
Review: The very first thing that strikes you when you watch this movie is that it reminds you of the MASTER PIECE Se7en! The movie is very powerful and worth seeing but here are the weak points of Resurrection: 1. This movie came after THE UNBEATABLE MASTER PIECE THRILLER Se7en, which makes it impossible for Resurrection to beat Se7en! 2. Se7en actors: Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt and Kevin Spacey are much more powerful than Christopher Lambert and the others! 3. Se7en director David Fincher managed to drive the suspense and thrill into a much higher level than Russell Mulcahy. 4. The ending of Se7en is AN UNBEATABLE EXTREME that Resurrection failed to beat! 5. The most weak point of Resurrection was the hospital scene! The concept, sense, scenes and emotions were very unsatisfying leading to a weak ending not suitable for the poweful past 1.5 hours of the movie! I judged Resurrection in the shadow of Se7en, that's why my rating dropped to 4 stars! But if you manage not to connect them together; Resurrection would be rated a 5 star movie! Don't hesitate and rent this movie at once!
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Summary: Unfairly overlooked!
Review: This classic 'cat and mouse' thriller has a detective (Christopher Lambert) trying to catch a serial killer before he kills again. They have no motive, no clues, and a time limit. When they figure out the motive behind the severed body parts that have been taken from the bloody crime scenes they are appalled. Why? The killer is creating a 'Dr. Frankenstein' type reanimated body, but believes this body will be that of Christ. Excellent and overlooked! This movie is in league with Seven and was overshadowed because the cast, while well chosen and proven in their own right, are not the upper crust of Hollywood. The movie keeps you guessing, puts you on the edge of your seat, has great effects, a complete storyline and respectable actors portraying their parts with passion. This movie impressed me so much that I immediately went to the satellite schedule, found it and plan on taping it for the video collection. Should you watch it? Hell ya!! If you liked Seven, you'll like this one as well...
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Summary: Gruesome and entertaining
Review: This film is truely gruesome and graphic. It's everything you'd want in a serial killer movie and more. The acting isn't very good but the visual effects make up for it and the ending is satisfying. If you don't want to see blood & guts with nuts, don't watch this film. But if you do, this one's for you!
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