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Reviews
Primeval (2007)
Misleading advertisement: Actually an action-adventure thriller worth giving a shot
I thought that this movie was very well done, but like many other people have said the advertisements were extremely misleading. My mom and I are big fans of horror movies and went expecting to see a slasher film, but once the movie started we quickly realized that it was an action adventure thriller. However, despite the fact that the movie was not what we were expecting, we both ended up really enjoying it (probably because we are fans of both genres).
Now on to the movie: The script was extremely well written, managing to bring the broader issues of genocide and civil war to light while at the same time delivering plenty of action and scare sequences, as well as humor to lighten the mood between the thrill sequences.
In addition to the writing, the actors only further contribute to the high quality of the script by consistently hitting their marks and clearly conveying the intended humor, horror, or whatever else is called for during the different scenes.
I was also impressed by the directing and cinematography. The combination of the two resulted in creating a movie that manages to involve the audience and provide footage that matches whatever mood is needed at the time; whether it be awe at the beauty of Africa or the fear when the characters are facing a dangerous situation.
To be fair, I must admit that the movie did not have very good graphics and audiences will be able to easily tell that the crocodile is done through CGI. However, between a little imagination and the actors believable performances, this does not detract from the thrills of the movie.
Ultimately if you are a fan of action-adventure and enjoy a good thrill I would highly recommend this movie, but if you are looking for a slasher film don't bother.
The Hills Have Eyes (2006)
I am terrified for society: A repulsive and abhorrent movie
I am a huge fan of horror movies and watch everything that I can get my hands on (House of Wax, Halloween H20, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Wrong Turn, and many more). Gore has never been a problem for me before (others having told me that I was sick for not being bothered by some scenes in other movies), but this movie was abhorrent.
I occasionally had to avert my eyes from the screen to avoid nausea, and was absolutely shocked that this movie was ever accepted into theaters. Wanting to cry most of the time, and feeling defiled and unsettled after finishing this movie, I wish for the first time in my life that I had never rented a movie.
The viewers are assailed by images of blood, gore, and many disturbing images; many of which could have been toned down or lost all together. Overall the only reason I can say that people would like this movie is if they are obsessed with blood and death.
The acting was decent, and I did jump a few times; however, I would recommend that you stay away from this movie. I am not naive about what goes on in the world, and even planning to enter the FBI's violent crime unit, but for the first time in my life I am saying that a movie like this never should have been released, or even made for that matter.
I have defended many horror movies, stating that they do not contribute to the descent of our society into violence, but I now think that I cannot keep that stance. This movie emotionally and physically unsettled me, and the fact that so many people loved or liked this movie terrifies me because it makes me realize how far our society has sunk, and how fast values and morals are being degraded and lost.