Ulf_ Reviews

V/H/S/99 (2022)

Watch part 5 (amazing), forget the rest!

[20 October 2022]

The movie has 5 short stories by different directors.

I'm not a huge fan of the VHS franchise and genuinely hated the first two parts. I was about to switch off (rate 1/10). Beyond my grasp why "Flying Lotus" is still allowed to direct horror films.

Now, 3rd and 4th were a little entertaining, so i kept watching.

And with the 5th part, the viewer is greatly rewarded. "To Hell and Back" is amazing (rate 8/10). Joseph and Vanessa Winter are incredible new indie horror directors. I can also recommend "Deadstream" and will be on the lookout for more movies from these two.

My 4/10 rating is a summery for all parts.

Death Machine (1994)

The best B-movie ever done.

[21 July 2017]

A hidden gem! If you are a film maniac or work in the movie industry, you have to see this one. They created the perfect sci-fi/horror B-movie.

Production and entertainment value at it best, considering the low budget (6M). A very good casting job including Brad Dourif (steals the show), William Hootkins, Richard Brake etc. btw did you spot the young Rachel Weisz? A good mix of humor, one-liners, non-stop homages and hidden details makes it fun to re-watch, but you will need a little movie knowledge.

Make sure to see the full version (128min).

Agent (I) (2017)

Good example how IMDb has lost control over the reviews

[18 July 2017]

This movie is not good, no need to beat around the bush. Normally i don't care about bad movies, just check it off and forget em, no reason to get upset.

But to see over 170 (60%) fake ratings and 20 (90%) fake reviews is very shocking. Here you can clearly see how IMDb lost control or doesn't care any more.

Flash Point (2007)

Surprising good HK action

[9 October 2007]

to keep it short, i was highly surprised from it's great entertainment value.

the plot is hollow (good cops vs bad guys) but the good cast, camera work and fight scenes are over the top. speaking of the fight scenes, very impressive style from Donnie Yen (with age 44) and also the bad guys hand out some damage before they go down.

the first movie half is slow, but the ending will round it up. this action flick was nice done by the film crew, they put some work & love in it, something you miss in many HK movies nowadays.

(don't miss the end credits :)

Shaolin Soccer (2001)

Good, funny and refreshing!

[14 January 2002]

This movie is very funny... and even funnier if you are into soccer. It's a great comedy with a fine score, superb digital effects and lot of good slapstick elements... very refreshing and far better than most big budget Hollywood movies lately. I normally recommend only one out of ten films, and this is the one.