Faces

"Faces" takes a dark, emotional journey into the personal life of a serial killer with intense, dramatic story telling. Ryan frames a his horror story with a heartfelt approach that creates a personal connection to his protagonist/antagonist Frank Walker. The acting is above par for low budget indie cinema which allows for the story to captivate the audience. The characters are believable, well developed and intensely animated. The lead character/serial killer is both relatable and terrifying.

The special effects used in "Faces" is more classic, practical effects which make the scenes believable. The angles, camera shifts create a suggestive horror that I found more invoking than straight on gore-effect splatter. Although there are definite moments of splatter fest present in "Faces". The blood and gore is crafted to be convincing, and they work. The creature effect/make-up used in the more dark humor elements of the film are a nice balance against the more intense, serious horror that "Faces" gives us.

The soundtrack and music score help to create a chilling atmosphere reminiscent of classic spaghetti thrillers of the late 70's and early 80's. The sounds combine with the character driven story to create a deeply emotive nightmare both entertaining, and thrilling. Overall "Faces" is a nice, well written and directed indie horror film worthy of watching. It is an impressive attempt by Tom Ryan to bring a more personable vision of the dark companion of humanity, the psychopath/serial killer, to the screen.

A great movie to snuggle with your girl. In my opinion an old school scare flick. Friends and,I really enjoyed this movie. A real flashback to a time movies like these were at every movie theater. Great storyline , makes you need to see part 2 ! A twisted ending everyone will enjoy. Without giving too much away , the title hints at what your in for. Frank is an awesome character, he makes you feel for him even cheer him on. The film was filled with locations that fit his character very well, down to the car he drove and, the clothes all the details. The movie had a very dark warm feel, I wasn't expecting. Gave it a nine for the film was put together very well, I was entertained even surprised. Almost a ten, to be left wanting to see more is a good thing however , for me not so good. In a way I'm saving some for Faces 2 , so to be fair a 9 1/2

going to see friends at a horror convention, came to a table where friends were talking and looking at the films that were on the table, i picked up Faces and the gentleman behind the table explained the film to me ....seeing that a few friends of mine were actually in the film. i was intrigued. So i bought my copy and then it went to everyone and got signed ... went home and watched it... TOTALLY enjoyed the film...

Written, Directed, & Starring Tom Ryan , "FACES" Implements a Fine Cast , Some Great Innovative SFXs , & a Wonderful Wall of Faces in the Creation of this Ingenious Horror Gem ! Thomas Ryan is Spot-On with his Portrayal of the Indigent & Lonely Drug-Addicted Ex-Con 'Frank Walker', who is an Emotionless Zombie of a Man , Save for his Frequent acts of Violence ! The Annoying Dead-Beat Bar-Fly that's the first to Witness the Wrath of Mr. Walker's Mr. Hyde , 'Charlie Downey' , played by Paul Gmitter , who unconventionally brings more Life to his Character after his untimely Death . Indie Icon Edward X. Young contributes a Powerful Performance as 'Henry Benson' , the Lecherous , Blunt, & Nasty Boss of the Job that Frank was Seeking . Simply Put , Mr. Benson was an Out-Right ,sounds like BRICK , But begins with a 'P' ! Mr, Benson's Secretary & Lady Interest is the Lovely Michelle O'Reilly as 'Ms. O'Reilly' . The Other Ladies are All also Talented , Buxom, & Adorable . They are Deana Demko as 'Beth' , Caroline Pozycki as 'Connie' , & Michelle Rosado as 'Melissa' ! The Detectives , Hot on the Trail of this Serial Killer, are Joe Parascand as 'Det. Jack Donnelly' & Jason Greco as 'Det. Todd Baris' . Which Brings me to my one Complaint with Mr. Ryan's Future Cult Classic ..... It Involves another 'Cop' in the Film ..... Genoveva Rossi ..... I was Sorely Disappointed to see Her there for barely a glimpsing moment . If I had Sneezed , I would have Missed Her . She's an Extremely Talented & Beautiful Actress & should have been used in a Countless Number of Ways ..... That being Said , "FACES" should be Seen & Appreciated for what it is ... a Fledgling Slasher Paragon of Horror by First Time Film-Maker Thomas Ryan !

I managed to watch it for half an hour. The sound is bad, the effects are cheaply done, and I couldn't get into the whole thing.