The most important thing one should know about this film is: "Nekrotonic" is a truly guilty pleasure for anyone who's into gunfirghts, gore and flat jokes. Now, let's elaborate this by numbers.
This is a second work of Kiah Roache-Turner ("Wyrmwood"), and most of his style also appears here. That means - lots of action, decent amount of blood and guts, comic-style characters, and cheesy dialogues. The good news is all of this works good in this kind of movie.
The basic concept (Nekromancers vs. Demons) looks like "Ghostbusters", but with an R-rating. There's also references to horror classics (such as "Hellraiser" and "Exorcist"), but not much. The acting is not the most attractive side of this film (Monica Bellucci is clearly overacting, but I'm sure that's the point here), so just foeget about it. Enjoy the little things. Like old-fashioned SFX (less CGI, more good prosthetics), pretty girls with guns, and good soundtrack. I mean - where else you can see slime-covered badass girl killing demon-possessed people with "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" by wonderful Andy Williams on the background?
Yes, zero character development. Yes, really bad jokes. But if you're looking for a bloody and fast-paced mix of a horror, action and comedy - you're on the right way.
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Krush_Burner25 July 2019
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pbaker-9136315 August 2019Really has a cult classic feeling like Shaun of the dead with all the science behind Ghostbusters. Has good comedy and gore, but enough plot and twists to keep you watching to the end.
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Sergiodave4 August 2021Saw this on Amazon Prime and my expectations were pretty low. I was really surprised by the acting, story,humour and effects, all of which were great especially considering the low budget. Couldn't help being be reminded of Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1 episode 8 'I robot you Jane'. Well done Shudder Originals. Well worth a watch.
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ginessekid13 August 2019It's goofy cheesy but always entertaining .Its like Ghostbusters meets Hellraiser meets Iron Man ,not as good as those movies but pretty decent.The setting is neo futuristic which i love and the jokes hits 70 percent of the time all in all a fun movie .
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r_manmdy3 September 2019Well made sci-fi comedy with some decent fx and some horror elements. But as mentioned somewhere before; there's too much going on. Movie can't decide which way to go. And on some points the movie wanders of and I started to check my phone. It's nothing new, but nevertheless well made.
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BA_Harrison16 August 2019Howard North (Ben O'Toole) empties sewage tanks for a living, but finds a higher calling when he learns that he comes from a long line of necromancers dedicated to destroying demons. Together with fellow demon hunters Molly (Caroline Ford) and Torquel (Tess Haubrich), and with a little help from the ghost of his dead friend Rangi (Epine Bob Savea), Howard battles evil in the form of sexy soul-sucker Finnegan (Monica Belluci), who just so happens to be his mum.
I really enjoyed director Kiah Roache-Turner's debut feature, zombie flick Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead: it was fun, gory and inventive. His second movie, Nekrotronic, is wilder, packed with visual effects, and even boasts a major star in Bellucci, but it isn't anywhere near as good.
The script introduces so many different ideas that not nearly enough time can be given to adequately flesh them out, and the consistently breakneck pace makes it difficult for Roache-Turner to tell a coherent story. The result is a muddled mess of comic-book sci-fi and horror, one that isn't anywhere near as cool as it it is obviously intended to be: the action scenes are lacklustre and the gore is nowhere near as plentiful as I had hoped (with way too much CGI and not enough practical work).
4/10. I really wanted to like it more than this, but by the end of the film I'd had more than my fill of glowing lights and CGI blood, and had even grown tired of Bellucci (there's a first time for everything). -
annaisnuts29 August 2019Found this funny and clever and genrally very well done and a cool story
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I was stunned by this film.
Or rather, I was stunned AFTER the movie, i.e. not really by the movie itself. I was stunned after I'd seen it and then opened its IMDb page to rate and review it. I was, mildly put, amazed that this is some obscurity with barely over a thousand ratings. Amazed because:
1. There was obviously a decent budget invested into this. (Though some people seem to believe it was made on a shoe-string budget.)
2. It's the kind of modern, commercial, more-or-less Marvel-like flick that makes studios a lot of money these days. (Yet it seems the film needed a while to get an American distributor...?)
3. It's better than most such dumb superhero movies and yet remains unknown by the vast majority of Marvel-zombie comic-book geeks. Even horror-film fans!
Oh yeah, and because Monica Bellucci has one of the leading roles. Is her 15 years of fame so over that even a starring role in a decent, commercial movie can't help push a film? Is she that over-the-hill? Or what is it?
While I like mysteries, I like them on the SCREEN, not off it. I have no explanation for this real-life mystery, and I hate being confused this way.
But before you get the somewhat wrong impression what awaits you in this film, let me underline the fact that this is NOT a typical superhero entry, but in fact a comedy horror sci-fi action film. "Star Wars", "Tron", "(insert-any-superhero-film)", "Underworld" and "Ghostbusters" all rolled into one.
It's very much an Aussie comedy, stereotypically so. From the accents to the broad gags and the overacting, you will instantly know it's 100% Down-Under. Cockroach-Turner has improved a lot since his crappy debut "Wyrmwood", primarily in terms of writing. He must have realized in the meantime that not annoying the viewers is much better than annoying them. He still annoys a bit, mainly by including a comedy-relief character whose only purpose seems to be to comment on events by uttering unfunny one-liners and to endanger the lives of the protagonists (he essentially gets Wenham killed and then almost has his daughters wiped out as well).
Logic-wise, there are far dumber movies of this kind. But that doesn't mean it isn't a bit absurd at times. For example, why does Wenham sacrifice himself? He could have easily escaped along with the others. Why don't necromancers simply keep Bellucci in the Hellraiser-like cube once they capture her? Why risk getting her out? Why does Haubrich not get immediately shot at by Bellucci's demon guards upon seeing her enter? They just aim the guns at her then WAIT for her to start shooting! (And you thought Lucas's stormtroopers were useless.) There's also a semi-crass continuity error: when Haubrich hides in the elevator, it seems to be wide enough for her to hide beside the doors. And yet, when the doors open again a few seconds later there is no space to hide: the elevator is suddenly much narrower.
Another mystery is why Caroline Ford isn't a rising star by now. She steals the movie with her charisma and great exotic looks (white girl with black and Oriental ancestry). Of course if her name were Helena Bonham Carter, or Helen Hunt, or Blake Lively - i.e. if she were part of a well-connected nepotist "Hollywood royalty" elitist clan that uses its power and influence to push its inferior offspring into stardom - she'd be a grade-A actress by now. And this is one of the many reasons cinema in such great decline: film-makers, actors and producers placing personal interests over the quality of their alleged "art". Because, clearly, barely anyone in the film industry gives a hoot about making a good product. And why should they? Hype and CGI will earn their stink-bombs money anyway! Besides, it's not as if millennial audiences have any criteria: as if they are able to distinguish a good product from a bad one.
Check out my "Nepotism: Hollywood's Dirty Secret" list. It explores this type of corruption and stupidity in cinema in detail. -
This is definitely an independent film. Kind of a dumb story where demons and demon-hunters have fought for years. Except it's modern day, and of course, cellphones are involved. Though it's so secondary that I shouldn't even mention it.
For a B movie, it has nice sets and effects, structure and pace. But it's terribly generic and uninspired, and something not really worth recommending. Though you can watch it at around x1.77 speed without issues and not waste that much time (it's an hour and 36min long movie). The cast doesn't really stand out (specially the main protagonist, if you can even call him that, since he is kind of the most useless), but they deliver their lines properly, and even cry and emote like real actors. Just one of them is annoying in his performance. I quite like Monica Belucci's over the top acting in it, if I had to pick someone. Aside from it, there is nothing else to talk about. Not choreography-wise, score, costume design.. there are no memorable lines, nor a deep discussion about anything even remotely philosophical or moral. The lore is not particularly interesting, it felt rushed and without love.
If you are like me, and you start to pay attention to how it was made (because you are taken out of the movie), you start to notice that it is a very competent movie. Camera, angles, colors / lighting, content.. it's very well made!! Props to the director of photography.
I'd say, if you are a friend of anyone in the film, you might feel inclined to watching it. Otherwise, there's better stuff out there. -
moorestahl24 September 2019There are so many similarities to The Matrix that I can't help but wonder if that's what gave them their inspiration for this movie. It wasn't crap but, it wasn't as awesome as Wyrmwood.
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JerichoGX24 August 2019It started out looking real good, but went downhill at breakneck speed.
The "plot" is contrived and constantly contradicts itself, slow paced, plot-holes galore and simply boring.
The acting is abysmal - I thought Monica Bellucci would put in a solid performance but she is clearly just phoning it it for a paycheck on this one.
The effects are early 2000, I get it - it's a pretty low budget movie but if the effects are going to be that bad then don't even bother.
Overall, maybe give it a watch when it hits Netflix if you have exhausted all other options but it's definitely one to avoid - if you want a decent film in this kinda vein then try Deathgasm. -
messremb17 September 2019A lot of people apparently have nothing better to do than write reviews of film they mostly, if you actually take the time to understand their critiques, just didn't get. Take Nekrotronic- almost every line, scene and take, is just that magic little bit over the top to let you know to watch it for fun, not to self-importantly have something to write pointless reviews about. And it is delicious fun! No absurd, grandiose, self-gratifying crap that no amount of suspension of disbelief can make you tolerate it; no pretense to subtle moments and revelations that require mastery of acting (although it seems the actors did that one so skillfully most reviewers missed it- I explained it earlier). Just get the popcorn, let the pretentiousness at the door and just have fun! It is more that the Avengers, Spider-Man and X-Men delivered this year put together.
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saptesh78617 September 2019The subject is newer of its kind. Souls bursted into network and capture human via mobile game that is a sign of combination of evil entity and technology. However story is not so sound to match such plot. Somewhere we feel repentance. Monica Bellucci has vampire role but charming style. Her son, Howard (Ben O'Tolle ) is her best rival who can defeat her and looking mostly to Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff. Watchable at once for its unique story plot. It was a good attempt to present something new in horror zone which has many foolish movies so far. Comedy dose makes comical flavour in ghost saga leading you to feel relax while demon over internet war. Demon hunters, nekropods, kick ass fighting will definitely enjoy you whole the movie. Recommended for watch once.
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majcek-5955330 September 2023I wasn't big on the trailer, but the animated intro is what got me hooked, so I sat down and watched for a bit. Nothing wrong with shutting my brain off for a bit with my dad. Fast forward to the end of the movie, and my father (a fan of The Twilight series and Passengers (2016)) said it before I could. It was bad.
The guns are too quiet, the protagonist has little to no personality, it's "comedy" but the jokes are "uncle is assaulting me again!", the screenwriting is weird and all over the place. I can excuse the CGI, not everyone has 30 studios under their sleeve that they can crunch out willy nilly, but JFC the screenwriting is ALL OVER the place. There's too much fluff in it, the things we see on screen are way too confusing and characters spend too much time silent. The directors weren't good either, because Tess Haubrich is a competent actress (see Fleabag) but she's not good here at all. DO NOT EVER assume actors and voice actors are "doing it for the paycheck", there are really bad directors out there that waste a good actor's potential.
If you're stuck in 2018, and saw this movie's name for the first time, skip it and go watch Ragnarok. It's an infinitely better "brain shut off" movie. And while you're there, watch Shaun of the Dead as well. -
kosmasp31 October 2019Horror might be a bit too much, but it definitely touches Science Fiction Horror themes to say the least. Unfortunately the main bad guy (or gal) is quite weak in this, which undermines a lot of things. I'm not sure what it is but Monica Belucci (whom I love very much) seems very out of place and if I didn't already know her to be a great actress, I would wonder if she might want to go back to her day job after this.
Overall I would have liked to love this more and it has quite some fine moments (of fun and violence), but I just couldn't enjoy it as much as I'd love to. The bromance and team spirit is there though and some will have quite a lot of fun watching this -
ocosis1 August 2021I enjoyed Ben O'Toole's performance in Bloody Hell. So followed it up with this. Demon slayers slaying the hell out of demons that have invaded the internet. It's obviously a play on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but a lot gorier. And obviously a lower budget, but the inventiveness on display here was fun to see. The film looks great, and has plenty of eye candy. Monica Bellucci camps it up as the demoness leader. Another Australian horror comedy that I had a blast with.
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labamboos30 September 2019I actually enjoyed this without having to pay too much attention to what was going on. The story line was a bit unoriginal (some may say "meh"), but there is plenty worse out there. If you struggling for something entertaining, this one is certainly worth a gander. I, for one, was definitely glad I gave it a chance, and fully expect the ratings on IMBD to climb higher as word of mouth makes this more popular.
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leslie_curtin21 September 2019This little treasure was a real surprise and very entertaining
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ok-patrick10 August 2019The most interesting bit of the film imho was the two minute animated intro, beautifully realized altogether.
It went 15 degrees downhill soon thereafter. It's possibly a flick more enjoyable with some buddies and a few drinks potentially where you can bash and laugh about it, but I had a hard time having a good time with it nonetheless. Shot-wise, it was not that bad and to be fair vfx varied from meh to ok, but on the flip coin side, this movie is just not that interesting altogether despite being well within a genre I find amusing (horrormedy). -
roussou29 August 2020This movie brings much to the table from the excorcist to ghostbusters, not taking itself to seriously. Just enjoy the ride if you like the genre.
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minasb10 August 2019If you want to see monica bellucci glowing eyes with open mouth the whole movie go for it .Thats it... bad cgi of wave powers and bellucci screaming with glowing eyes.i looove comedy horror Tucker and Dale,Zombieland ,the final girl,cabin fever thats good comedy horror.This one its neither comedy nor horror and to think i wayted so long for this.
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Jester22215 September 2019After seeing their excellent film Wyrmwood I knew these guys knew how to make a killer fun film with a small budget. Really is one of the best zombie film of last twenty years. So when say this film was coming out I knew I'd have to own it.
So much fun. Just the right amount of sci fi nerdiness, horror and comedy to make it work. Think the Matrix but with demons instead of Agents. Throw in a little Ghostbusters, some An American Werewolf in London type black comedy and you have Nekrotronic. I can't wait to own it. It has to have been mentioned before that lead actor Ben O'Toole bears more than a passing resemblance to a younger Robert Downey Jr. Something which was built upon (purposely I feel) with the costumes chest light and gauntlet with lights without being too blatant. An actor to watch out for. Monica Bellucci shines as the evil demon mother with just the right amount of camp. Caroline Ford is strong and so beautiful. 😍 as is Tess Haubrich as the other kick ass demon hunting sister. Great cast ......so pleased to see the amazing actor David Wenham in this also......sadly underused.
The practical effects for the demon is also very high standard. Great effects all round.
Action packed. Cool cast. Great effects. Fun and fast paced film that begs for a bigger budget sequel.
The team that brought this to us all must have worked hard to make sure every penny was on the screen. Someone give then a bigger budget and sit back and marvel at what they'd create. Best film ice seen in a while. -
aayanraj-7821711 December 2019Movie is fun , COMEDY level good , action also good , acting better than good , action good... No way you can get bore.....
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lilkarotai26 August 2019For children too scary. For grown too stupid. Don't waste your time for it. There are so many beautiful and amazing movies in the world, but it's not one of it.
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boris_unanimate19 August 2020If you've watched 'Wyrmwood', you know this director is all about fast-paced action, comedy and engaging stories. 'Nekrotronic' is a blend of sci-fi action and fantasy, spiced up with the always wonderful and mesmerizing Monica Bellucci, and great performances by a lesser known actors, all of whom bring to life a well-done movie that is full of color, fun and adventure. Make sure not to miss out on this gem!