Animal Room

Rating:
Summary: Better than expected
Review: A very dark, sad story about a misunderstood genius becoming the victim of the anti-drug witch-hunt taking shape in America today. Spectacular job by the writer(s) showing the absurdity of classifying ALL drug users into one group. Enjoyable cameo by my favorite fiends. Will definitely be a purchase once the price goes down or I switch to DVD. (side note)- If you're looking for Malcolm McDowell in a jock-strap, you won't find it here.

Rating:
Summary: Better than expected
Review: A very dark, sad story about a misunderstood genius becoming the victim of the anti-drug witch-hunt taking shape in America today. Spectacular job by the writer(s) showing the absurdity of classifying ALL drug users into one group. Enjoyable cameo by my favorite fiends. Will definitely be a purchase once the price goes down or I switch to DVD. (side note)- If you're looking for Malcolm McDowell in a jock-strap, you won't find it here.

Rating:
Summary: pretty weak
Review: Any comparison to ACO is a hollow one when it comes to this movie, which I'm giving a generous 2 stars to. It has potential, but is hampered by a low budget and awkward dialogue. Neil Patrick Harris and Matthew Lillard make good adversaries, but the script simply isn't up to snuff. The events that conspire aren't very shocking or surprising; nor is the overly conventional ending. Some of the psychology between characters is interesting, but other than that this is a lost cause.

Rating:
Summary: pretty weak
Review: Any comparison to ACO is a hollow one when it comes to this movie, which I'm giving a generous 2 stars to. It has potential, but is hampered by a low budget and awkward dialogue. Neil Patrick Harris and Matthew Lillard make good adversaries, but the script simply isn't up to snuff. The events that conspire aren't very shocking or surprising; nor is the overly conventional ending. Some of the psychology between characters is interesting, but other than that this is a lost cause.

Rating:
Summary: Misfits!
Review: Beside being a surprising disturbing movie with some really creepy shot of Asbury Park NJ, Animal Room contains a great scene by the legendary horror punk band the Misfits. The song played is actually the Kryst the Conqueror recording of Dr. Phibes Rises Again (the vocals are lip synched by Michale Graves). The band is a wonderful addition to an already great movie that should be loved by anyone lucky enough to have come across it.

Rating:
Summary: Misfits!
Review: Beside being a surprising disturbing movie with some really creepy shot of Asbury Park NJ, Animal Room contains a great scene by the legendary horror punk band the Misfits. The song played is actually the Kryst the Conqueror recording of Dr. Phibes Rises Again (the vocals are lip synched by Michale Graves). The band is a wonderful addition to an already great movie that should be loved by anyone lucky enough to have come across it.

Rating:
Summary: better than expected
Review: I rented this video because I'm a big Matt Lillard fan. I thought he was great, as usual, but the real surprise was the supporting cast and the overall quality of the acting. The story line wasn't pretty and the language was strong; but the whole thing came together in a good way...head and shoulders above a lot of the mediocre films cranked out today. Also, the photography was very good. I heard this was a real low budget movie, but it certainly doesn't look like it. It has an offbeat ending that I didn't expect. Definitely worth seeing.

Rating:
Summary: Totally indie, totally hardcore, this one really rocks
Review: Neil Patrick Harris, Matt Lillard have never been better. And check out Amanda Peet! Awesome! Dark, edgy, intense shades of Clockwork Orange. Not for the faint of heart, but well worth checking out.

Rating:
Summary: A lot of mind in one movie
Review: Neil Patrick Harris? Matthew Lillard? How come I've never heard of this one? Hmmmm. Well, I don't think either of them will be putting this on their resumes, as if they really needed to fill them up anyway! But Gabriel Olds wasn't too bad, reminds me of Jared Leto. The movie is crammed with social commentary, something the director wants to expand upon, but can't decide whether it be on the disfunctional school system, family and teen angst, or satan. But he does give you a lot to think about. At least he didnt sell out and wrap it all up with a happy face. Not bad, but a little sloppy. Lillard need to quit playing the psycotic teenager, we've seen it before, and better in SCREAM. But he's great at spitting while acting. Harris, well, he's Harris, can't stretch it that much. I actually liked it, even though most wont. Its a harsh movie, but bareable.

Rating:
Summary: Jesus! Ya gotta love the MISFITS!
Review: The misfits are GODS! They made the movie! However, much thanx goes to gool ol' kryst as the originators of "Dr. Phibes Rises Again"! I love Mocavious Kryst!(Jerry only)