Reviews

“Bridge of the Doomed was a fast-paced and gory creature fest that left little to complain about. It delivered what it promised: a bloody good time. This film is about the bloody confrontations between the army and the zombies, and Su brings them to life in a very believable way. You can appreciate the work that went into making this film.”

“Bridge of the Doomed is a military zombie flick that gives its niche exactly what it expects for about twenty minutes, then becomes its own oddly-paced beast. We don’t get exposition until the second act and that, too, takes us out of our comfort zone. It’s filled with guns, blood, and testosterone.”

“Would have loved to have learnt more about the secondary monster and how it interacted with the zombies, it didn’t seem like they’d find it very edible though. I really enjoyed the fight scenes, both with weapons and without. Overall, an entertaining film with tense scenes that had me glued to the screen and splatter scenes that had me retreating with haste. A zombie movie with a fresh twist that I’d watch again.”

“What sets Bermuda Island apart is the terrific tale, which spins more than an out-of-control crashing plane. The audience essentially gets three stories in one, and each time the viewer thinks they have the plot figured out, scribes Mahals and Robert Thompson send the script spiraling in a new direction. This is very refreshing in the ever-present day of horror films regurgitating slash, hack, repeat. Bermuda Island is a fun creature feature monster mash in the sand.”

“And things certainly do happen (and a lot of them too), but the best of the best of them feature a relative ass-ton of creepy creature action… action that ofttimes leads to gallons of grizzly gore (courtesy of some top-shelf practical effects) being splashed with wild abandon… and you can bet your arcane ass that those beasties are men-in-suit creations instead of dull CG. That being said, this flick is no slouch in the action department either and said excitement ratchets up nicely, both due to that aforementioned monster mayhem and the inevitable squabbles between the island’s new residents!”

“The film’s definite strengths are the action and the special effects. These creatures are pretty sick looking. I also felt the plot, while like many films, may have a few slight holes, was still fairly solid. The actors brought the characters to life. Although some characters were kinda meh, that was the point, and let’s just say they didn’t last long in this film. The genres melded to make a fun film to watch. The ending was not what I expected, in a good way.”

“Arena Wars is a rip-roaring non-stop action-packed thrill ride. From the opening scene until the final battle, it keeps the audience glued to the screen by blending terrific action sequences with witty dialogue. All the performances are terrific from this talented group of character actors. Madsen and Donavan are hilarious as over the top show host, With some great death sequences that are splattered throughout the hour and a half-run time, Arena Wars is the perfect film to sit back, scream, laugh, and holler while you cheer for your favorite contestant…or killer! “

“Arena Wars has found an entertaining and watchable way of presenting itself as to me it feels like Arnold’s “The Running Man” of course, mixed with the lesser known “Final Round” with Lorenzo Lamas, with a splash of the recent horror film “Haunt” which means some good bloodshed! Sounds like a great screwed up future to me so I’m in as I give this action filled flick 3 out of 4 stars.”

“The film plays out with a “who’s really in the right?” pathway that will more than likely have audiences pondering who are the real scumbags here – the criminals who have obviously created their own current situations, or the corporate bloodsuckers who are ultimately profiting off the human cockfighting that’s taking place – fans are encouraged to make wagers, obviously! The action is off the charts, and if you’re an aficionado of flying fists, feet and friggin vats of generously sprayed bodily fluids then this movie is for you.”

“The impressive castle that features prominently in Werth’s effort, is titled Newman’s Castle, and it’s thanks to details like that, with practical effects rather than a reliance of CGI, that round off this movie nicely. A fantastic watch, some cheesiness here and there, solid acting and directing, Devil’s Knight is well worth going out of your way to see if horror is your thing.”

“My favorite part is when the Lost Blades encounter a cult sacrificing a woman in the woods. The whole episode unfolds unexpectedly, revealing the character and motivations of some in the group. The film finishes with a flurry of action as egos, swords, and monsters clash while adding an interesting wrinkle to the Bone Devil’s background at the end. Devil’s Knight is a 90-minute ride down the memory lane of old-school fantasy tales when kings schemed, swords clanged, and hell-bent monsters killed for the sheer joy of watching human blood spill.“

“Set in a kingdom that had thought they’d seen the last of battle, and still reeling from the losses and the memories, the King interacts with fighters in the hope of ridding the land from the new threat of the monsters that now plague them. And there’s a particularly excellent scene in the monster torture room. That’s all I’m going to say, no spoilers. There’s a lot going on in the Devil’s Knight, layers of intrigue and plots. The promise of monsters and knights, with a host of familiar faces, and each character with their own story, built more depth into the main storyline. This is a perfect Sunday afternoon movie.”

“Even during the monster murders, Crust is full of joy. This is a movie made by people who love movies and love making movies. You can feel it emanating from every frame. That joy, paired with an incredible puppet and dedicated cast, makes Crust a dark-horse hit that deserves its time in the spotlight. Come for the sock monster, stay for great performances and an incredible sock-themed tribute to Flashdance.”

“CRUST is a sweet and savory charcuterie of delectable achievements. Between the laughs and the irreverent campiness of a bodily fluid-encrusted sock monster, Whalen delivers powerful moments through several monologues that reveal the vulnerabilities associated with crippling depression; something Whalen admits he struggled with in real life and served as inspiration for the story and his performance. CRUST is unpredictable and satisfyingly refreshing.”

“Whalen takes a few risks to keep the audience engaged, which I appreciated. The film is black and white (with a few instances of color), which was an interesting choice, and it works. The sock puppet is exactly what you’d expect, and the actors help you believe he’s a real character. Crust isn’t afraid to tackle serious issues like depression and balances it beautifully with wackiness. These risks pay off, making the movie a memorable, one-of-a-kind experience.”