Slayed

When an unrated movie has two main characters that are responsible for the script and the direction of the film I usually expect it will be schlock. However In this case, Slayed was absolutely not. The scenario for the story was a little implausible, the script nonetheless, worked through it explaining why and and all of the motivations for the horror that takes place. The characters were well developed and the acting was very good, from the one teenage victim who portrays true realistic fright. I thought they might not have told her what was going to happen, her screaming and physical actions were so true to life, to the security guard who wants to be a movie star which you can't help but believe and almost feel sorry for. The movie really moved, it ended in what felt like 30 minutes but was actually 74 minutes. Give it a go, you'll be pleasantly surprised.

I wasn't too impressed with the film overall but it was fun. I think that was the intention (at least I hope it was). The acting is pretty weak sometimes but the movie still ends up working way better than it should. If you like movies like Silent Night, Deadly Night then you should really enjoy this one.

I gave this movie a higher rating because I enjoyed it better than many of the other amateur xmas holiday horrors.. It's my holiday tradition to watch low-budget Xmas horrors and/or comedies.

For a Xmas horror comedy, these actors actually seem very self aware of the mockery and you can tell that they have studied enough acting and comedy to rank their performances higher than many others in this specific genre. Unlike most Xmas horror films with generically bad actors these actors are engaging and funny... The secretary (Hilarious. I wanted to see more of her being comically mean to everyone.), the "creepy" groundskeeper (he was actually very entertaining, handsome and sexy) and the new security guard (a highly self-aware, comical and enjoyable performance) are all engaging and humorous characters that make you want to keep watching this story until the end.

This low budget XMas horror/comedy has a unique setting in the warm southern USA with some "Scream"-like twists and turns. Despite the low budget, anyone can tell that the film makers here have some talent and self-aware satire to grow on.

I had fun with this movie while wrapping presents and drinking wine.

If you like cheap Xmas horror but you don't want another typical "at home" setting or the same lame acting, you might enjoy this 1:13min movie before bed during the holidays.

Granted, from the movie's cover/poster alone, then it was pretty obvious that this was not going to be spectacular movie experience. But on the odd chance that "Slayed" might actually be one of those horror movies that are so bad that they are actually enjoyable, then I sat down to watch this 2020 horror from writer Jim Klock.

And true enough, "Slayed" wasn't exactly top notch entertainment. Sure, the movie was low budget, but it actually had a decent enough production value to it, which helped make the movie sort of semi-watchable. But the storyline just didn't offer much of any enjoyment for me, so this movie ended up being a bit of a drag and a bore.

The acting in the movie was adequate, taking into consideration the type of movie it is and the movie's budget. But hey, at least it appeared like the people starring in the movie had a blast working on the project. But from a viewer's aspect, then the characters in the movie were way too bland and the dialogue was just somewhat stagnant.

As for "Slayed" being a horror movie, well... It might be stretching it a bit; either that, or I am just too much of a seasoned veteran to the horror genre. Sure, if you are a newcomer to the horror genre, then I believe that there would be some elements of horror to "Slayed". But for someone having grown up on horror movies and spent the last 35+ years watching horror movie then "Slayed" just didn't have the ingredients.

Provided that you make it through "Slayed" the first time around, I highly doubt that you'll ever find yourself returning to watch this 2020 horror movie a second time. Why? Well, simply because the movie just doesn't have the contents to support more than a single viewing.

My rating of "Slayed" lands on a less than mediocre three out of ten stars. I wasn't entertained by this movie from directors Jim Klock and Mike Capozzi.

Jim Klock and Mike Capozzi write, direct and star in this low budget but enjoyable Santa slasher. Jim Klock's acting absolutely steals the show while Mike Capozzi and Coel Mahal also give strong performances. Hardcore fans of movies like "Silent Night, Deadly Night" and "Christmas Evil" should find this film a lot of fun. So if you love holiday horror, make sure to check out Slayed - it's a helluva slay ride!