kevinmeylemans

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Castlevania
(2017)

Doesn't let you down! Excellent top notch anime!
Brilliant, superb adult, 15+, anime series which only gets better. The story is more, lots more than fighting Dracula as we see a great continuation in the 3rd series! Brill voice acting! Doesn't get boring in today's fast pacing life where everyone has short attention span. Great developing story really... recommended big time if you are a fan of the classic NES videogames and if you just love clever mature adventure/drama/horror anime. Let's hope it keeps getting better and Netflix keep pushing the envelope with this fantastic series!!

The Dead Center
(2018)

Great achievement of making best result without budget
Quite incredible low budget mystery thriller. Some good acting and clever writing. Stays interesting till the end. Recommended if you like dark, claustrophobic, mysterious, subtle horror without plenty of gore.

Aliens
(1986)

Epic triumph!
Absolute rollercoaster of action and thrills! Cameron managed to create the perfect sequel in the Alien franchise. It has the right amount of dread. It's not full horror but just the right amount meant for a big audience (Terminator). It has the right dose of quiet moments, frills and funny moments too.. Recommended really if you're a big fan of dark sci-fi action. Weaver is great absolutely. Henrickson, Paxton, Reiser and Biehn doing brilliant job support cast.

Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
(2018)

Fails to impressive
Least captivating than 2 previous ones in the franchise. The funny moments are lame and cornish. Same characters with new villian but it doesn't feel strong enough and the story's weak and predictable. Barely give it 5 out of 10 cuz Drac best character. Hope they can make up for this shortcoming, disappointing one when there's a fourth and final sequel coming.

Queen: I Want to Break Free
(1984)

Bold and beautiful
Astonishing band which went for a bold and amazing move that felt natural and inspiring but subsided their career in the States if that's what it took but it showed courage and bravery which just shouldn't be taken for granted at that time. Interesting lil making-of film of this music video and the narrative behind the project..

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
(1997)

A mediocre yet enjoyable rendition of the absolute classic tale
Quite interesting to see the different adaptations of the superb classic Jules Verne novel. Not as good as the extraordinairy 1954 Kirk Douglas movie still this made for tv production entertains on a decent level with a slightly different take on the original story. As competing the same year with the Michael Caine mini-series this version delivers quite well and will engage hardcore fans of the Jules Verne all time classic. Here we get good performances by Richard Crenna and Ben Cross that keeps this one afloat from sinking.

Necronomicon
(1993)

Doubtful which has it moments still though
Brian Yuzna gives you splendid blood/gore fest in this chiller though it felt it didn't fully live up to the potential. Lotsa good moments still though if you like gore and lotsa blood. Also decent roles by Richard Lynch and Jeffrey Combs.. mixed bag this one.

Paniekzaaiers
(1986)

Good laughs but no improvement on predecessor
Saw this one in the movie theater when it came out. So much fun if you like Gaston and Leo comedy. Lotsa good moments though the screenplay suffered and lacked a good script. Previous outing Zware Jongens had better execution and overall care. Still good laughs and silly humor this one in this 2nd adventure lol

De collega's
(1978)

The classic office comedy series from late 70's, early 80's!
Way before the very popular Office series (UK/US) there was De Collega's late 70's, early 80's. A Belgian Tragicomedy series that lasted for 3 seasons between 1978 and 1981. Because of the success there was 1 movie De Collega's Maken De Brug in 1988 made. Characters were well thought out and hilarious. Some drama but the focus is on the humor and friction between the characters on their job. Very funny at times and amusing series. Very well made!

Conan the Destroyer
(1984)

Still worthwhile enjoyable sequel despite...
Don't see this sequel of Conan The Barbarian as a much lesser one than its predecessor. Though again don't expect superb special effects, remember these are the 80's, way before CGI blue/green screen came in. Lacking the depth of the original. Clunky acting and script. Far from perfect but entertaining still very much, silly light no harm amusing stereotype sword'n sorcery story. The pacing sits well, doesn't get boring. you get lots of extra goodies you didn't get in the first movie. So in a way they kicked it up a notch and made up for cheap, empty dialogue and some questionable acting. The tone, feel of the movie seems lighter more early teenkid friendly, less dramatic than the first one. You get more action and fight scenes.

The score again however is amazing! Done by the same composer Basil Poledouris who did the first movie. Incredible landscapes also, great cinematography and very good photography so lotsa positives that make up for any bad points. Wasn't a huge box office success, opinions were divided. Not sure The Howard Conan saga deserved this middle of the road approach in the end. They should have been wiser and visualise it in the way the Harry Potter stories were visualised from the novels on the big screen in 8 movies with a serious tone.. Definitely not worse than The Barbarian. Still good and lotsa fun moments on various levels.

Rogue One
(2016)

Excellent drama sci-fi adventure!!
Rogue One works brilliantly and entertaining as the perfect backstory behind the resistance getting the death star plans which making them have a big win in Star Wars: A New Hope. Screenplay and acting work pretty well here. Most do a decent high class job. Disney as usual wants to monetize on their big investment buying Lucasfilms and produced this one in 2016. I think they did a good job preserving lots of the well known classic Star Wars elements. Even CGI Peter Cushing and a young CGI Carrie Fisher doesn't hurt this flick though the overall feel of the post George Lucas productions seems different than from the original classic trilogy. Recommended still.

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
(1984)

Can't get any better in these mainstream adventure series!
Brilliant prequel/sequel in the Indiana Jones movie series. So much fun and thrilling action despite accurancy flaws on Indian culture and cuisine lol. Some mild horror even! The direction and pacing is one of a kind! It is a masterpiece in the series! Superb and Crucial John Williams' score. Different than the other Indiana Jones films in the series but never less, never dull. It keeps captivated due exemplary pacing of perfect balance of the scenes! As a 5 year old i was terrified of this one due darker content and the mild horror but that's what fascinated me and remembered me about this classic gem. There's a lot going on. Enough suspense and drama to keep it interesting.. Think Spielberg and the writers did a superb job going much further than with Raiders. This one's much darker, mysterious, more grim in a way and still keeping it accessible for the main public... Just a huge shame they cut some of it afterwards cuz of public rating to get it cleared in some countries but that's with every flick. Terrific job nonetheless to all involved making this classic adventure gem! 👍👍👍

...E tu vivrai nel terrore! L'aldilà
(1981)

Absolute masterpiece in horror universe!
What we see is minor quality scriptwriting full of plotholes and full blown cruel explicit killings and gruesome scenes. The acting is very mediocre as usual with Fulci's work but visually it's a stunning piece of art! Editing, articulate camerawork and pacing is pretty good though. As well as the detail of the gore filled up close in all killing scenes. As camp as it is and cheap bad special fx it's all very well crafted and clever engineered for early 80's cult horror! Recommended for diehard B movie cult horror movies who like their occult horror mysterious, epic and gruesome!!

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
(2007)

Haunting masterpiece!
Wasn't fond of it the first viewing really to be honest Never liked musicals but this one's extraordinairy well done and a delicate piece of art. Burton's distinctive style sits perfect here like butter on bread with the original piece. Dark, sad story full of torment, death and blood. Great cast and very decent acting. The music and great singing enhances this only to timeless beauty that only gets better with every viewing!

The Librarian: Return to King Solomon's Mines
(2006)

Simple, fun no brainer that does just right for what it is
Unoriginal but still fun light entertainment. Made for tv by Syfy. Don't expect too much. It is what it is. Just good light headed Indiana Jones like adventure. Acting is not excellent but works just for what it is. Cheap CGI for tv production.

River's Edge
(1986)

Dark, grim masterpiece!
Tim Hunter did something extraordinairy with River's Edge. Depraved tone and twisted, dreadful atmosphere throughout the acts. Strong, interesting underlying value on social psychological level. Acting very decent. Brilliant Glover and Hopper. Reeves not his best role but still all right. One of Reeves' first major ones. Kinda felt like a darker Stand By Me towards Twin Peaks. This movie sits well with the very best of the 80's! Recommended!

La noche de las gaviotas
(1975)

Final instalment of best Spanish horror!
De Ossorio's Blind Dead horror movie series going out in style with this stunner! The cursed dead templars looking amazing as always. I don't find anything wrong with this last one. It's the same efficient recipe as the previous 3. There's a constant dread with certain dark, creepy atmosphere throughout leading up the final act full of action.. not to be missed for any classic 70's horror fan!

Confessions of a Serial Killer
(1985)

Worth watching.
Surprisingly good. Well written story that holds you firm steady till the end. Only knew the Henry serial killer one though this one discarded by the public by the latter. Low budget greatness and clever script...

The Island at the Top of the World
(1974)

Mid 70's all ages adventure triumph!!
Remarkable adventure movie from early ol' Disney Pictures. Sure the script and acting is basic and simple yet very efficiënt. Discovered this on tv in early childhood and still enjoyable, fun and never gets dull i find. Sublime execution of direction and story. A true Disney classic masterpiece!

Unlisted Owner
(2013)

Mixed opinion: good and bad
So much could go wrong with these type of microbudget found footage type of scary movies First of all the acting is better than expected though couple of characters very annoying after some time. The script was quite okay on the offset but took a long while before anything interesting happened to get that essential fix of thrilling excitement. Guess that's where the movie fails to deliver. Last act was not that great but i have seen worse before so it leaves me with mixed feelings and give it still a 5 out of 10 at most.

Aliens: Zone of Silence
(2017)

Pretty chilling alien found footage film
I liked the acting and script. Director did pretty well. Lotsa tense moments that keeps hold of you. Worth watching if you're fan of found footage horror reality sort of style movies. Subject nothing original but they made sure it stayed interesting to watch and enjoy..

Mortal Remains
(2013)

Formidable suspense whole ride
I thought it's pretty great watching this movie with good acting throughout. Sort of a documentary (fake) about a mysterious cult horror director from late 60's, early 70's that went missing after a while and the story about his last movie called Mortal Remains. Now it's a pretty believable story because of good writing of the acts and decent acting. Keeps you hooked till the end...supposed to have been shot right before The Blair Witch Project, mentioned couple times but has nothing to do with it. Gives you that serious tone of the story that's going on because of it. Enjoyable movie.

Demon Eye
(2019)

Avoid. Not recommended!
A promising story with potential is the only good thing about this movie. Clichés can still work of done cleverly and with a creative spin. That wasn't the case here. Terrible acting and annoying characters ruined this film. Feels like you wasted your time..

Clash of the Titans
(2010)

Weak soulless remake of a classic
Missing lots of the magic that the original early 80's flick had. Despite this being a blockbuster hit in movie theaters, great CGI fx and superb costumes, the acting is pretty mediocre and daft. The scene with Medusa doesn't have any weight, suspense or horror like the original, it's over before you know it! It doesn't really hold up and doesn't improve on the original 80's movie of this incredible story. Shame of this opportunity cuz could have been so much more...

Fukkatsu no hi
(1980)

Triumph of a disaster movie
Easily one of the best all time disaster movies about a devastating military engineered virus released during a plane crash and killing the entire human population. The only survivors are scientists and a delegation of high rank officers off all nations who desperately try to find a cure and save what is left of the planet. The movie is exceptional because it not only deals with the hard facts of demise and disaster but also the psychological effect on general people at the last resort. Worth your time!

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