Sieghardt

A rarity in the horror genre, a relatively capable and intelligent cast of characters, with performances ranging from functional to excellent. A well paced plot keeps you guessing not just what's real and what's all in their heads but also where loyalties lie. There are a few cheap scares and a couple of mildly shocking scenes that'll keep you entertained, along with the surprisingly interesting plot and intense atmosphere this film checks all the boxes.

90 _95%

Outcast (2010) - Rated 07 Feb 2011

Far from the fantasy I expected this film was brutally down to earth and relatively realistic for the subject matter. All the actors had a good understanding of the cultures they were representing and portrayed them quite excellently. There are a couple of painfully overacted scenes but they're minor blemishes on an otherwise uniquely entertaining film.

70 _66%

Legend of the Bog (2009) - Rated 02 Dec 2012

It starts off very strong with some great characters and some great visual humour too. These opening sections are fantastic and had the film continued like this it could have been one of my favourite films ever. As it turns darker towards the second half of the film it loses its charm and al you're left with is low grade b movie horror.

90 _95%

Alien vs. Ninja (2010) - Rated 22 Feb 2011

A completely silly and extremely entertaining film, don't expect much story or seriousness going in and just enjoy the videogame style action and humour.

95 _98%

Tucker & Dale vs Evil (2010) - Rated 14 Aug 2011

Great premise, great characters, great actors, utterly hilarious spin on a typical horror film that plays its hand perfectly. Genuinely funny with some subtle humour and some over the top bits too. It's got a very witty script and I honestly laughed at a shopping list being read in the background at one point.

60 _50%

Sector 7 (2011) - Rated 04 Oct 2012

The rig is a great setting with nowhere to run and no real access to much weapons or any hope of support. The deaths are pretty poor and dont really show anything, the monster on the other hand takes one hell of a beating through the film and you get to feeling sorry for the monster as the plot unfolds and you learn the monster itself is seeking revenge. If you feel creeped out by the vast unknowing depth of the ocean it has that going for it too with a few good deep sea scenes.

90 _95%

I Saw the Devil (2010) - Rated 21 Mar 2011

That rare breed of film that combines just the right amount of brutal violence, decent action scenes, a true sense of suspence with twists and turns and is emotionally engaging too.

95 _98%

The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006) - Rated 26 Jan 2011

It lays it on a little thick at times but the story and performances are all rock solid. This powerful and occasionally painful epic portrays the history of brutal oppression and inside fighting better than any other attempt I've seen.

15 _11%

Crowsnest (2012) - Rated 30 Jun 2013

Annoying teenagers bicker and whine while stalked by a ninja motorhome.

85 _91%

Grabbers (2012) - Rated 24 Sep 2012

Fun story where the only way to survive...is to drink. Hilarious script, likeable characters that are more intelligent when drunk to the nth degree than your average horror movie character, beautiful location shots and entertaining lovecraftian deep sea style monster designs. Not a massive amount of horror or gore but it's a really fun watch especially with friends, great for those who like stuff like Shaun of the Dead.