An Over-the-Top Amount of Reviews

Cherry Tree Lane(2010) - 9/10 stars.

I find it hard to believe that this film has been getting so many not so positive reviews.  The fact that the majority of the film is in one room makes it feel claustrophobic and frightening.  The script is crafted almost perfectly and is pretty inspiring to me.  Think Michael Haneke meets Alfred Hitchcock.  Sure, it's disturbing and horrifying, but why wouldn't you want it to be?

The Children(2008) - 7/10 stars.

This is a film that misses its full potential simple because Paul Andrew Williams, who penned the script, did not direct it.  It was good and intense but at times felt far too mainstream.

Happiness(1998) - 2/10 stars.

A film that really has no place in the movie world.  Poorly written, horribly offensive and extremely boring.  I will however give kudos to the actors for at least making some of this catastrophe bearable.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1(2010) - 10/10 stars.
This is the pinnacle of the entire Harry Potter series.  Not only does it follow the book better than any of the other films, but it has millions of memorable scenes that will leave any HP nerd happy.  You will not be disappointed.

Long Weekend(1978) - 4/10 stars.
This 70's ozploitation flick doesn't really bring anything to the table.  The main characters litter, kill animals and have a general disrespect for nature.  So of course, you guessed it, nature gets its revenge.  See it if you don't want to think for a while.

Man Bites Dog(1992) - 8/10 stars.
Disturbing French mocumentary that will actually give you chills if you manage to sit through the whole thing.  A documentary crew follows a serial killer around to record his every day activities.  The greatest thing about the film is Benoit Poelvoorde's strong and overly callous performance as the killer. 

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World(2010) - 9/10 stars.
Now, I'm not usually one for enjoying Michael Cera and how he always manages to play the same exact character in every film he is cast in, but there's something different about him in this film.  What I liked most about the whole picture is that it is so different from any other movie out there right now.  Not to mention, it's pretty damned hilarious.

Creep(2004) - 7/10 stars.
This movie has garnered quite a few negative reviews and I can't seem to figure out why.  There are certain things they could have done better as far as the villain goes, but I thought the script was very tightly written and the ending was perfectly ironic.

Snuff(1976) - 1/10 stars.
This piece of trash is not even justified in being called a film.  I don't think I've ever worse use of stock footage or just editing in general.  And what I've failed to mention so far is that there is no story, the acting is miserable and the supposed "real" ending contains very poorly crafted special effects.  Don't waste your time, money or effort.

Spoorloos: The Vanishing(1988) - 9/10 stars.
One of the few movies in cinema history that has gotten atmosphere down perfectly.  It will keep you guessing until the very end and then shock you beyond all reason.  Check it out!

Storm Warning(2007) - 6/10 stars.
It's certainly not the greatest film to portray crazy, murderous rednecks but there are some good scenes.  I'm not sure if it's a movie I like or a movie I just respect.  The fact that it wasn't left with an open ending makes a little bit better in my mind.

Straw Dogs(1971) - 10/10 stars.
If you haven't noticed yet from these reviews, I've been on a British film kick lately.  Straw Dogs is an experiment in social behavior and is spot on.  This film is not anti-women, it simply shows how awful people can be.  I applaud the writing and basic social commentary.

Teeth(2007) - 2/10 stars.
Now I know a lot of you will probably this movie is empowering to women and blah blah blah blah.  However, I really thought it was just an excuse to have some of the most grotesque gore on screen.  Plot?  What plot?  It's just a about girl running around castrating men.  It's like a version of Juno on meth.

The Big Lebowski(1998) - 10/10 stars.
Easily the best Coen Brother's film and one of the funniest movies ever made.  The Big Lebowski succeeds amazingly because of its clever script and amazing characters.  I dare you to try and watch this movie without laughing hysterically.

The Cottage(2008) - 8/10 stars.
A film that should be remembered in the comedy horror subgenre.  A lot of people have complained about it being too conventional but that's kind of the point.  This is called satire and The Cottage definitely satirizes well.

The Doom Generation(1995) - 1/10 stars.
Hey, yet another movie that should have never been made.  Yeah, we get it, teens are becoming desensitized.  That doesn't mean we need to see it in the most disgusting ways possible.  But to be fair, the worst part isn't even the gross out factor, it's the painfully annoying "protagonists."

The Town(2010) - 9/10 stars.
The Town proves that Ben Affleck has some serious talent for directing.  I've never been a huge fan of his acting but the story and the other actors make this an instant classic.

Triangle(2009) - 9/10 stars.
One of the best psychological horror films to come out in years.  Christopher Smith is becoming one of my favorite modern directors.  The twisting and turning of the script will you keep you scratching your head but definitely in a good, David Lynch sort of way. 

Wolf Creek(2005) - 7/10 stars.
There are, without question, films that have done a lot better what this one attempts to do.  That said, I thought the atmosphere in this Australian flick was effective and the villain is certainly memorable.