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Spin the Bottle (2024)
Unnecessarily prolonged weak horror
They made an effort to bring a movie that could have been good in terms of plot to below average. It is partially effective and makes a good start. Young people go into a basement they shouldn't go into and play with a bottle they shouldn't touch. So they already deserve what they get. The movie is too long, with unnecessarily prolonged dialogues and scenes. The acting is inadequate and not effective. The characters are not the types you care about, so you expect them to die one by one, but the deaths are simple. The basement looks mysterious as a decor and the scenes where they play spin the bottle are entertaining. The music speeds up the slow pace a bit. Why does one of the characters take the bottle with it? Why does another character, who only sees a normal girl's face in the car, react by screaming so much. It's pointless and exaggerated. Too much emphasis is placed on the dialogues of the characters and therefore the horror, especially the bottle incident, is weak and inferior. They think of nothing but kissing while playing the game. They could have made an effective production on this subject.
Supernatural: Mystery Spot (2008)
Very good and effective
A clever, well thought out and flawless episode
A tragicomic plot in which Sam watches his older brother's death over and over again, living the same day every day by the trickster
The dialogues, the acting, the use of locations are simply amazing and definitely one of the most effective episodes
Sam captures their emotional state very well, day by day. He's expressive and dramatic. Dean entertains with his humor and aggressive behavior.
Dean : Do you have any idea what you're looking for?
Sam: Yeah. No.
The scenes in the cafe where the brothers repeat the same words together are very good and funny:-)
Supernatural: Plucky Pennywhistle's Magical Menagerie (2012)
Clowns can be creepy
I think this is one of the most enjoyable episodes of Season 7.
It has the right mix of excitement and humor. Episodes like this contribute a lot
It offers a crazy perspective on Sam's fear of clowns.
It's good to have a plot other than the water dragons story, and it's a lot of fun
Sam's reaction when Dean asks his brother on the phone if he remembers Plucky is hilarious:-)
Dean's words to Sam about how things are going in trauma city are very effective and this episode adds to the relationship between the brothers. It's one of the episodes that emphasizes how well Sam gets along with his older brother.
Dean's gift to his brother in the last scenes is simply incredible.
Circus Kane (2017)
Nothing memorable except the clown.
A meaningless script and unconvincing characters. What more can be said. Too many chatty minutes and unlikeable characters make it feel boring. The only good thing is that the clown in the house is creepy and if it was about him maybe it would make some sense. I thought it would be an interesting slasher when I saw the cover photo. It was a disappointment. Kane talks too much and is not effective. The characters are dying one by one but they still think it's a joke. Even though it's a pretty ridiculous movie, they wanted to make the ending a bit surprising. Is it enough, absolutely not and would I watch it again, NO. It's not disturbing or scary.
Wake Up (2023)
Unpleasant and tasteless
The characters' walk to the store at the beginning was cool, but I can't say that about the movie. The production gets straight to the point. The action of the young people as animal and environmental activists is interesting, but despite months of research, they never recognized the security guards. A company that is hostile to nature can only have such sick employees. They could have chosen a more effective actor for the psychopathic role. The young people have the courage to make a plan but not the courage to save their friends or defend themselves. Their friendship is very weak and unreliable. There is a cleaning person who appears inside but then disappears. That's not the most ridiculous part. One of the guards says they are just kids but he almost killed someone. They made what could have been such an interesting subject cheesy, tasteless and slow. I didn't enjoy the movie.
Supernatural: Out with the Old (2012)
An enjoyable episode that contributes to the story of the season
One of the 7th season's exciting and entertaining episodes
It starts off quite effectively.
The addition of cursed objects to the water dragons storyline makes the episode more interesting and powerful.
It's nice that the episode has a winter mood with scenes of Sam and his older brother Dean chatting in the snow.
Sam is having a sleepless time
Dean is worried about his brother
Joyce is the funniest villain of season 7 and a few more episodes would have been hilarious.
Actress fulfills her role successfully.
The Winchester brothers' humorous conversations and mannerisms make the episode very enjoyable.
Amp House Massacre (2024)
A pleasant slasher with an unexpected surprise
Despite a visually tiring start, the movie gets interesting from this point on. The only entertainment for the social media phenomenon characters is drinking, sexuality, meaningless gestures and conversations. It doesn't start in a violent way, but it makes you wonder what will happen in the following minutes. The depressive Amanda character and her grandmother's behavior add humor to the film. The other phenomena seem very selfish, self-absorbed. It's ridiculous that they just sit and stare while their friends are drowning. I liked the atmosphere where they are trapped in the house and it suddenly becomes tense. The production speeds up and slows down but the pace is good. The deaths are not very effective, so they could have been a bit more disturbing. The act are in tune with each other and make an effort to be believable. Cassandra Scerbo suits this kind of production and I find her successful. There could have been a different ending. An enjoyable slasher.
Supernatural: Mommy Dearest (2011)
A gripping, exciting and intriguing episode
Season 6 is my favorite episode of the season.
Eve's character's entrance and attitude is effective
The scene where Dean inadvertently calls his friend Castiel is pretty funny.
Sam, Dean, Castiel and Bobby work well together as a team. Dean's words to Castiel add to the fun.
It's a gripping, exciting and suspenseful episode, especially the hunting scenes at the police station.
Eve's smart, but not as smart as Dean.
Castiel shows that he can be mysterious and dangerous at times.
Sam's emotional and compassionate side and his older brother Dean's cold-blooded and determined side are again felt in the episode.
Exam (2009)
The ending was rather uninspiring.
The introduction of the characters and the editing of the movie are well done. It was strange that no one spoke up when asked if anyone had any questions before starting the exam. Each character has a different strategic aspect and ability to solve the question. They can be said to be intelligent and the ideas they offer for the answer are interesting. It's not one of those movies that fools the audience and itself. The acting seems to be quite convincing. Instead of trying to disqualify each other for selfishness and ambition, they could have sought solutions together. Why the character who sits awkwardly in silence doesn't attract anyone's attention. There is no excitement but the subject matter is interesting. The ending could have been different. A better ending would have suited such a concept. Those who like psychological thrillers may like it.
Vile (2011)
It can cause discomfort
The concept and execution are good, so fans of torture-style movies will be partially satisfied.
Picking up a suspicious-looking stranger at a remote gas station in the middle of the night is not a smart move.
The plot is interesting and more characters means more blood and gore.
People torture and brutalize each other to survive. They even seem to enjoy it.
Instead of finding a way to get out of the house, they prefer to attack each other immediately. The acting is partly convincing. It moves a bit slowly and the overly long dramatic speeches in between drag the pace down. Except for the pregnant one, you don't care much about the others. It is obvious that one of them is involved.
I must say there are some disturbing scenes. The ending is not descriptive and not enough. It should have been better.
Summer Camp (2015)
High degree of movement and excitement
The beginning is interesting but it doesn't seem to have much to do with the plot. The dynamic changes as the movie progresses. Although there is not enough depth to connect with the characters in the first half, it can be said that the acting, which makes a partial effort, closes the gap a little. There could have been more characters. It's obvious who will become zombie-like and aggressive next and they realize a little too late to think about protecting themselves. They run around screaming. They could have been smarter. The editing looks good and the excitement, the pace is quite high but I wouldn't call it scary. The character Will alone takes down the male teacher quickly, but two people can't take one down. I also noticed what was the need for the man who appeared every now and then to follow the young people. It's interesting that the character becomes aggressive and starts kicking around when his foot is damaged. It's ridiculous that the old man suddenly comes and attacks the main character in front of the car saying I know these things. The ending could have been different and better.
The Task (2011)
Low level of horror and tension
The story starts interesting, but it's hard to say that about the movie as a whole. The characters are dull and the acting seems inadequate. The production is quite slow. Despite the creepy setting, the level of excitement and tension is quite low. You feel like you are waiting to see what will happen rather than being scared. It is debatable whether the people who want to make a reality show or the young people are a bit stupid. The scenes where the young people talk about themselves and the clown's speech are unnecessary. Although the identity of the ghostly man who appears and disappears in the abandoned prison is given vague for a moment, you should not expect answers to questions such as what is the story there or why these things happen. The deaths are very ordinary and simple. The ending is unexpected but the movie could have been much better.
Are You Scared? (2006)
I want to shout for them all to die so we can be saved
I don't want to write bad criticism, comments or reviews, but it's almost impossible to write something good about some movies. As you can understand, it is like a popular movie in this genre but of course there are some differences. As for the movie, hmm actually it's better not to come at all:-)
Are You Scared has a partially disturbing start but it goes downhill with unlikable, unconvincing characters. The acting is quite ineffective. I guess you won't feel sorry for anyone who dies. Anyway, don't expect much except for an effective death scene towards the end. As you know, it acts with the logic that if you don't play, you die. The plot and fiction are not terrible, but there is nothing memorable. They tried to make a inverted corner at the end but it has no effect. Again, I give one point extra for respect for labor.
House of Fears (2007)
Scarecrow and clown are chillingly effective
The fun house is well designed and has an eerie atmosphere, but the pointless clichéd themes between teenagers, characters who talk about staying together but don't stick to their decisions, and ineffective acting make the movie mediocre. The scarecrow and the clown stand out as the most effective horror elements. They tried to make a thriller with high excitement and high tempo. This is felt from time to time. Not bad, but I would like to say it could have been better. Despite its shortcomings, I liked the locations, the camera shooting technique and the use of color. It's not boring if you don't expect too much.
StreetDance 3D (2010)
Same classic content but good dances
Again they present hiphop, break and ballet dance as a triple formula. Even though the movie doesn't fully introduce or develop some of the characters, it makes us sympathize with them and we think they are fun. That's how it made me feel. They love to dance but all they think about is battles and the same content. I wouldn't say the subject matter is very impressive, but the dances and the music look pretty good. They show the importance of dancing with passion, no matter what style. It's like they want to create a new style of dance or show that different styles can be groundbreaking together.
Save the Last Dance (2001)
Incompatible harmony of ballet and hip-hop dance
I think this is the best dance movie about hip-hop culture. The storytelling, the dramatic plots, some effective acting, energetic dance songs and more are all there for this movie. Even though there are some exaggerated parts (only one white student being admitted to an all-black school and the best friend of a good-natured man with a bright future is a gangster), there is still something artistic about it. The incongruous harmony of ballet and hip-hop dance looks interesting. It also has a touching approach to racism at times. Although the movie moves a bit slowly, the actress playing the character of Chenille gives an effective performance. Julia Stiles successfully portrays both drama and confused facial expressions.
The Thundermans Return (2024)
A nostalgic atmosphere for those who watch the series
It's a fun family movie that has the flavor of the show with bad CGI that is below average when it could have been better. It has a nostalgic feel for fans of the show, but it looks rather simple. As for the acting, Max and Phoebe save the day. Colosso scenes are very entertaining and should definitely have been seen more on screen. Ms. Wong is quite funny and contributes to the laughs. Don't expect character development or a good plot. This is a production that will only please the followers of the series. A better script, effects etc. Could have made the movie a bit more interesting. Suitable for those who want to have a good time with their family and have some laughs.
Camp Pleasant Lake (2024)
Disrespect not respect for the genre
It looks like a movie made out of boredom. I don't know where to start, the acting is shoddy, the plot of events ridiculous and the production is quite boring. It's not an homage to the slasher genre, it's an insult to it. It is very clear what will happen from the beginning of the movie. There are a lot of death scenes, but they are uncreative, too sudden and not scary. A group of people sat in a camp and tried to make a movie with a story they thought was scary, but the result is meaningless, ineffective, sloppy. I'll give it an extra point for respect for the effort. I definitely wouldn't want to watch it again. Unfortunately, it is among those that can be called a waste of time for the genre.
Chain Letter (2010)
Suitable for the watch and forget category
I don't like over-analyzing or criticizing everything harshly, but the only thing I think positively about this movie is a few effective death scenes.
It gets off to a partially intriguing start, but what follows is a deplorable situation. The script, the plot is meaningless, weak and not effective at all. You don't feel sad when the characters die. The scenes where the killer is presented as if he were a superhuman person are boring. Even though Brad Dourif has a small contribution, the film cannot even fully explain its meaningless plot. The production, which already shows its predictable ending at the beginning, contains no surprises. Not one to watch again.
Sick (2022)
Effective attack scenes ratchet up the tension
It's a simple slasher, but the director's accomplished, high-intensity action, tense attack-stabbing scenes are effective.
It starts fast and good, but then the movie slows down a bit with the stupid dialogues of the spoiled girls. It is clear that the director knows what he is doing. The characters are few and underdeveloped, but the director manages to keep the plot from becoming boring. Although deaths are limited, the dose of high-tension scenes looks good. There is a little understated humor in between. The ending feels rushed and I can't say it leaves much of an impression. I think the memorable part of the production is the director's clever moves in the killing scenes.
Kill Theory (2009)
Unfortunately, it's boring.
Although it makes an effective entrance, the same cannot be said afterwards. Even though they had an interesting plot, it feels like they ruined it. The characters are extremely unlikable and you don't care if they live or die. The dialog is full of the typical nonsensical clichés about sexuality and the acting is not effective. When one of them has an exaggerated panic attack, the ineffective acting makes the movie even more boring and sub-par. The characters lack depth and their reactions and decisions are absurd. The death scenes do not leave enough impact. The message is don't trust even your closest friends.
Tarot (2024)
The design of the cards is interesting
You should never play with someone else's tarot cards, but curious teenagers ignore this rule.
I can say that I find the young people's harmony with each other and their somewhat entertaining dialogue sincere. I expected the death scenes to be more gruesome and brutal, but some of them don't leave much of an impact. Fool card character is effective as a joke and spooky
The level of entertainment added to the horror could have been kept lower. There could have been some more creepy scenes. While the characters read tarot readings, the combination with astrology and the design of the cards are interesting, but everything in the story progresses in a predictable manner. Although it is not a surprising finale, not a very boring movie.
Supernatural: Scarecrow (2006)
Better and stronger together
I can say that it is my favorite episode of the first season.
It has a dark and spooky town atmosphere. The scarecrow is extremely scary and the pagan town looks interesting.
Sam is rebellious, his older brother Dean is angry, and as a result they have an argument. What caught my attention in their discussions was that they were very realistic. In this episode, it is felt that the two brothers are better and stronger together, and how strong their bond is.
Dean's words to Sam on the phone, "I'm proud of you," and the funny words they say to each other at the end of the episode leave a strong impression.
Downrange (2017)
Extremely boring
The acting is bad, the script is bad, the characters make ridiculous decisions. There is annoying dialogue. The characters are immediately shot down without being introduced. The rest spend an unnecessarily long time together. There are no answers to questions such as who is the shooter and why he did this. There's not much on offer other than a high degree of exaggeration and copious amounts of gore. The most interesting part of the nonsense is that a group of trained police officers cannot help the survivors. It can be said that the most effective aspect of the film, which takes place in a single location, is that the music contributes to the tension.
Supernatural: Man's Best Friend with Benefits (2013)
Some dialogues are enjoyable
My favorite episode of season 8
While Sam was trying to explain the dog in the room by telling his older brother to listen before getting angry, Dean's reaction when he saw a beautiful lady instead of a dog was very funny.
The Winchester brothers are doing an interesting astral travel with the male witch. Even though some characters are given too much space within the plot, there are still enjoyable dialogues.
In this episode, Dean is worried that his brother will not pass the difficult exams. Sam, on the other hand, thinks that his older brother does not trust him. They realize that the only way to be successful is to face challenges together.