Utterly forgettable trash. Almost nothing works here, aside from some solid production design and cinematography. I don’t view the original Brandon Lee film as an untouchable classic, and I believe there is potential for a fresh, updated take on James O'Barr's source material. However, it’s difficult to comprehend how this script was deemed ready for production. There are no clear rules, stakes, or tension, resulting in a lack of momentum, unsatisfying payoffs. The eye-roll-inducing setup for a sequel that will never happen is the final shit cherry on top. I want my two hours back.
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Footprints on the Moon 1975
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Beautifully photographed Psychological thriller from director Luigi Bazzoni (his final film). In place of the usual slasher/horror elements typically associated with Giallo is an elegant mystery that builds subtle tension throughout. Florinda Bolkan gives a strong, understated performance as Alice, but the real star here is Vittorio Storaro's gorgeous cinematography and graceful camera work.
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Alice, Sweet Alice 1976
A wonderfully wacky 70s pseudo-giallo grindhouse psychological thriller mashup, featuring one of the creepiest slasher getups of all time.
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The Old Dark House 1932
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Great shots (reference)
- When Horace Femm (Ernest Thesiger) first walks down the stairs and makes his entrance.
- Phillip (Raymond Massey) and Margaret (Gloria Stuart) walk into Sir Roderick Femme's bedroom.
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