Body Melt is a strange watch to say the least. Much in the spirit of Dead Alive (1992), this Ozploitation flick exhibits an obsession with copious amounts of gungey bodily fluids that both gush and explode, a cast of zany and two-dimensional characters, and much slapstick.
The year is 1991. Headlines were dominated by shocking and transformative events: police in Milwaukee discovered the gruesome remains of Jeffrey Dahmer’s victims, Ukraine declared independence from the Soviet Union, and Time magazine published a scathing critique of Scientology titled “The Thriving Cult of Greed and Power.”
Amidst these dramatic happenings across the globe, it was a historic year for all things spooky at the box office! The Silence of the Lambs was not only the highest-grossing horror movie of the year, but the 22nd highest-grossing horror flick of all time.
The Last Broadcast is a gourmet meal of mostly tasty parts, but just as you are about to finish, the chef climbs and squats on the table, and does a huge steaming dump on your plate! You have been warned!
Subspecies stands as a hidden treasure, often overlooked but truly remarkable to fans of deep cuts of the genre. Firstly, it holds a significant place in cinematic history as the inaugural American film shot in Romania. Secondly, it redefines the vampire narrative by blending fresh concepts with elements reminiscent of the 1922 classic, Nosferatu. The outcome? A distinctively unromantic yet unforgettable portrayal of the main villain, Radu.
With its masterful cinematography and impeccable practical effects, The Church may falter in substance, but it more than compensates with its sheer style. Every frame is a testament to the technical prowess of the crew, from the evocative lighting to the clever camera angles, creating a visual tapestry that is nothing short of breathtaking.
Amityville 1992: It’s About Time garnered a lacklustre 40% score on the TOMATOMETER and a modest 4.7/10 rating on IMDb. In my assessment, these ratings are fitting, as the film occupies a middle ground between being outright terrible and genuinely commendable. While it delivers some effective scares, the overall experience is tarnished by subpar acting and story, stilted dialogue, and inconsistencies in the quality of special effects.
