jacobperillo

Reptile was a movie I went into with average expectations, and for the most part it was on par with my expectations.

Del Toro as always is excellent in the lead role, and overall the cast performed very well. The cinematography was one of the highlights of the film for me. Each shot seeming to have a purpose and delivering on that purpose in an effective way. The wide landscape shots and well done shots of the homes fed into the mystery surrounding the events of the film.

The plot of the film overall was solid, but was nothing special. The twists and reveals were done effectively but felt little predictable at times. The action sequences were very well done and nothing felt dragged out. Each action sequence were precise and had significant weight to it. The final act was tense and well done and led to a satisfying wrap up to the film.

Overall, Reptile was a fun detective/murder thriller worth a watch. Of course, reviews are subjective and I encourage each person to watch and come to their own conclusion.

Late Night with The Devil was high on my watch list for a while, yet I only got around to viewing it when it came to Hulu recently. So when I finally got around to viewing the film I was not disappointed. Late Night with the Devil is a fresh and new idea in a very saturated horror genre.

For a majority of the film it takes on the look and feel of an old school late night talk show. This is done very well and immerses the viewer into the mindset of watching a late night show. At other points in the film we see what is happening through behind the scenes footage shot in a modern looking black and white filter. These B-Roll scenes is where I believe the film lacks the most. The story continues to be strong in these scenes but the dramatic shift in style can pull the viewer out of that immersion.

The horror elements are done extremely effectively, with the use of some great practical effects that are very welcome in this age of CGI. As the plot unfolds we slowly start to piece together the sinister doings happening in the shadows. The story comes to a climax when the main guest is brought out in front of the nation. The events that unfold during the interview are impossible to turn your attention from, and they leave you glue to the screen until the end credits roll. The ending while it can be confusing at first, is done very well and ties everything together and leaves no question unanswered.

Overall, Late Night with the Devil was great a very fun watch from start to finish and If my review can sway someone into watching the film then great! But reviews are subjective so I encourage everyone to watch and form their own opinion.

The hype surrounding this movie was the most I had seen for a modern horror movie in quite some time. The marketing was cryptic, and the hype was real. I'm not one to get my hopes up for movies receiving this much hype, but Longlegs lived up to my expectations. Though movie is not without its shortcomings, I believe this movie is well worth the watch. The cinematography is beautiful, with each scene meticulously shot. Each scene leaves you with an uneasy feeling, constantly looking past the characters and into the background. While the score is minimal it is used effectively to create unease and tension from scene to scene. Nicholas Cage is perfectly casted as Longlegs, making my skin crawl each time he shows up on screen. My first watch I was a bit disappointed in the lack of screen time Cage got, but upon further viewing I think he was used very effectively and not overdone at all. The first two acts of the movie pulled me in and left me tense and wanting more. Where the movie lacked was in the third act. The ending was abrupt and felt a bit rushed at times. I understand leaving the ending open ended, yet I think the film could have answered some major questions in an extra 10-15 minutes at the end. Overall, I had no complaints outside of the third act and would recommend this movie to any fan of the genre. If my review can sway someone into seeing the film then great. Reviews are subjective and I strongly encourage the reader to watch and form their own opinion on the film.