MurderDrome

As I sat down in the Theater to watch the first screening of this film, I was unsure what to expect.

However, once I saw the hundreds of excited industry goers arrive, I realised that the hype behind this film was very much real.

To believe this movie was created on a very low to non existent budget, with both cast and crew donating their time to create this project, is very hard to believe. The passion from Strongman Picture's Daniel Armstrong and Anthony Moran bleeds through this film. Not to mention their Cheshire Cat like grins at their premiere. Although at times, the budget constraints are evident, as a whole the film is above a satisfactory level to watch and enjoy in it's entirety.

This was my first look into the "Roller Derby world" and I can see this film fitting into a very comfortable horror niche around the Globe.

If this kind of genre isn't your cup of tea, I strongly advise you to sit down and watch it. If anything, it will get you as excited as I am to see watch Strongman Pictures has in store next!

It's a super low budget silly blod movie that doesn't quite make it.

But they DID try. Some of it is creatively done.

But there's something really big missing. Maybe it's the lack of any character development. Or the complete lack of suspense. Or the nearly bloodless blod film.

Too bad. I wanted to like it. It came up way short.

Story: Well this was different and the same all in one go. I personally have never seen a film that revolves around roller derby. So the idea that we have a group of roller derby players on the run works for me. Facing up against the supernatural also works well and we get all this for a grand total of just over $5000. Sure we get very generic characters this is simple to watch, fun and full of blood splatter. This gives you what it says on the tin and never tries to confuse you or throw in silly twists. (6/10)

Actor Review

Amber Sajben: Cherry Skye young skater who gets given a locket from an admirer, but after it turns out the locket could be important to stopping a potential evil spirit taking over she must fight this spirit before it takes her soul. Good performance as the bubbly roller derby player. (7/10)

Rachael Blackwood: Hell Grazer rival player and former love interest to Brad, who doesn't want him to move on and date Cherry. She comes off as the bully villain of the piece but does end up getting what is coming her way. Solid villainous bully performance. (7/10)

Jake Brown: Brad young man caught up between two women and an evil spirit, he struggles to skate while trying to impress his new love interest. Simple supporting performance of a young man stuck in the wrong place at the wrong time. (5/10)

Be-On The-Rocks: Momma Skate the evil spirit that has come back from hell to continue building her body count. Staking around with her weapon, that leaves plenty of bodies and blood splatter. Good villain creation that you will remember for some of the kills. (7/10)

Supporting Cast: All good supporting performances that each add something to the story, usually a few laughs but also are used to create some well created effects for kills. (7/10)

Director Review: Daniel Armstrong – Good direction to create a good solid low budget horror film. (7/10)

Action: Most skating for action through the back streets and some roller derby action too. (7/10) Horror: Plenty of gore and blood but very few jump scares. It was more about the gore which works well. (8/10) Sports: Nearly the whole film is shot with the characters skating around the streets during the night. (9/10) Settings: Nice setting used to make each scene feel scarier than it could have been. (9/10) Special Effects: For the budget the effects are great, but don't go expect perfect ones. (9/10) Suggestion: This should be watch by all the horror fans out there it shows you, you can make anything with any size budget. (Horror Fans Watch)

Best Part: Bitch Face made me laugh to nearly every line that came out her mouth. Worst Part: It is hard to find something to criticise in such a low budget film. Kill Of The Film: Trans Em Believability: No (0/10) Chances of Tears: No (0/10) Chances of Sequel: No Post Credits Scene: No Similar Too: Dead Hooker in a Trunk

Oscar Chances: No Budget: AUD 6,000 Runtime: 1 Hour 12 Minutes Tagline: It's not a game anymore

Overall: Low Budget Horror at its Best Rating 75

I purchased this DVD from Amazon without knowing what it was, but the synopsis seemed like it could be a good movie, and the DVD cover made it look all the more interesting.

However, I managed to get about 20-30 minutes into "MurderDrome" before I had to give up out of sheer boredom and having lost all interest in the movie. There was nothing to keep me interested in watching more, as it was basically just about watching women driving around on roller-skates, and throwing awkward dialogue around.

I had initially expected a bit more compelling storyline and a somewhat more captivating movie, but I found my interest fast dwindling away. And I can honestly say that I do not plan to make a second trip to the movie in the hopes of watching it to the end.

I am sure that there is an audience for this type of movie out there, I just wasn't in the particular target audience. If you enjoy a roller-skating movie about feisty girls, then "MurderDrome" might just be what you are looking for. Otherwise, give this movie a wide berth.