Whew! It's finally over! In some ways I miss it but I'm also glad that I've got time to watch other movies like Rock of Ages and Hal Sparks: Charmageddon.
Ok I added Fausto and A Horrible Way to Die (which I totally forgot about). I was in striking distance with Crystal Math but couldn't quite keep pace. She rocked it this year. *polite golf clap* I shall have my revenge next October!
love the review bomb format, so entertaining. great mini-reviews.
i too am in the "meh" camp re cabin in the woods, and feel the need to give it another shot.
totes with you, crystal math! mr. ac and i didn't do so well with horrorthon but are watching tons of non-horror movies now. recent watches include glengarry glen ross, the station agent, brick, 40 year old virgin, and the hangover (we liked all of them).
Terrific wrap-up of your mini-reviews! I agree with your assessment, I can tell from the picture and the year (1972!) that I would hate Lady Frankenstein. Did I mention that I dislike horror from the late 60s until about 1976? Also, I have to agree with you about Cabin in the Woods. I was into it for a while but the "twist" annoyed me as did the characters. I probably need to give it another viewing as well.
Great bombing run, JSP! I'm kinda grooving on that Slugs image. Seems like the guy probably should've moved a little faster. They've got him now.
I suppose I'm glad that there are dissenting opinions on Mr. Whedon, except how can I be when you're all wrong! WRONG! No no, I get it.
December 07, 2012 12:51 AM
Before I post my Horrorthon '12 wrap-up I first need to get these off my chest. Octopunk's review bomb inspired me to address the movies I watched but didn't review this year. I'll keep this short and totally sweet!
Severance (2006) ****
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A group of co-workers on a retreat in Hungary experience murder and mayhem in the forest. Worthy of attention! I loved Severance and intend to write a proper review down the road. I am very discriminating when it comes to humorous/satirical horror movies but this one found that magical balance. The promotional tag The Office meets Friday the 13th does not do it justice.
Cabin in the Woods (2011) **1/2
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Conversely, Josh Whedon rubbed me the wrong way with his pop culture references as well as the overall tone of Cabin in the Woods. I respect Whedon but I don't consider him a legit horror director. However there is a lot of Horrorthon love for this movie so I feel the need to give it another chance.
Slugs (1988) **1/2
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Slugs is everything you would expect based on the title and its 1988 year of release.
Lady Frankenstein (1972) **
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The monster pictured above is pretty sweet but the movie is long and boring, as 1972 horror films tend to be. JPX wouldn’t last 10 minutes.
Splice (2009) ***
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He's a gifted actor but I frankly don't understand Crystal's obsession.
Please peruse the reviews from Julie, Octo and Crystal because they're great and I can't be arsed to write a summary. Splice entertained me, particularly the scene where Adrien Grody got what was coming to him...
Audition (1999) *****
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A wealthy widower falls in love with a beautiful woman with a mysterious past. Bad things happen in Takashi Miike's cult gem. I watched this for the first time in 7 years and loved every minute of it. This is fantastic, must-see, J-Horror at it's best. Even better than I remembered!
Inferno (1980) ***1/2
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Dario Argento’s sequel to Suspiria flows more like a bad acid trip than a movie. I love it, but it's definitely not for everyone.
The Dead (2010) **
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A mostly forgettable zombie flick with a couple of standout scenes.
Zombie Diaries 2 (2011) *
I don’t remember a goddang thing about this movie even after reading up on it. It most certainly did not make an impression on me. Not worthy of a screen pic let alone a review.
Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) ****
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Rare Exports is a dark Finnish take on the myth of Santa Claus. Believe the hype. I shall watch this every December until further notice!
A Horrible Way to Die (2010) ***1/2
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I watched it based on the title alone and was pleasantly surprised to find an engaging indie drama focusing on a serial killer's stalker relationship with his ex-girlfriend.
Fausto 5.0 (2001) ***1/2
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A bizarre story that cannot be summed up in one sentence. Catfreeek has been trying to get me to watch this for years and I'm thankful she was persistent. I promise to review it next year!
posted by Johnny Sweatpants at 8:04 PM on Dec 4, 2012
"Johnny Sweatpants' Review Bomb"
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I loved Rare Exports!! :)
December 05, 2012 3:55 AM
Loved Severence, Rare Exports & Audition as well.
Nice review bomb but where is Fausto 5.0? We're you just fluffing me when you told me you watched it? Explain yourself mister!
December 05, 2012 8:35 AM
Oh crap Cat, I totally forgot about Fausto 5.0! Crystal and I both loved it.
December 05, 2012 9:39 AM
Whew! It's finally over! In some ways I miss it but I'm also glad that I've got time to watch other movies like Rock of Ages and Hal Sparks: Charmageddon.
December 05, 2012 10:20 AM
Ok I added Fausto and A Horrible Way to Die (which I totally forgot about). I was in striking distance with Crystal Math but couldn't quite keep pace. She rocked it this year. *polite golf clap* I shall have my revenge next October!
FYI - I updated Scorrorthon and the Monster List.
December 05, 2012 6:16 PM
Okay, I feel better now:)
December 05, 2012 6:35 PM
love the review bomb format, so entertaining. great mini-reviews.
i too am in the "meh" camp re cabin in the woods, and feel the need to give it another shot.
totes with you, crystal math! mr. ac and i didn't do so well with horrorthon but are watching tons of non-horror movies now. recent watches include glengarry glen ross, the station agent, brick, 40 year old virgin, and the hangover (we liked all of them).
December 05, 2012 6:57 PM
Terrific wrap-up of your mini-reviews! I agree with your assessment, I can tell from the picture and the year (1972!) that I would hate Lady Frankenstein. Did I mention that I dislike horror from the late 60s until about 1976? Also, I have to agree with you about Cabin in the Woods. I was into it for a while but the "twist" annoyed me as did the characters. I probably need to give it another viewing as well.
I need to do my own review bomb!
December 06, 2012 4:48 AM
Review bomb! So nice to see a thing take off.
Great bombing run, JSP! I'm kinda grooving on that Slugs image. Seems like the guy probably should've moved a little faster. They've got him now.
I suppose I'm glad that there are dissenting opinions on Mr. Whedon, except how can I be when you're all wrong! WRONG! No no, I get it.
December 07, 2012 12:51 AM