Devil's Acid

I first want to lead off saying that if you watch a movie and don't go in for the pure entertainment portion of the movie then you are watching movies incorrectly.

That being said, this was a very entertaining movie. This isn't going to win any awards but the acting was silly by most of the actors, on purpose. The plot is simple but effective. There were many archetypes in the movie.

The story is creative and engaging, especially the set up of a late night storytelling session. The tropes are well founded horror elements that can at times seem overdone and disingenuous. In "Devil's Acid" there are those moments here as well, but for the most part the point of view and heavy humor keeps things balanced out. People hallucinating to the level of psychosis, I mean how could you not be curious.

The acting is iffy, not so much in ability or lack of direction. Mostly the characters seem a little too cliche and overdrawn. A couple of cast members seem to have control of their parts. Still it all is relative, and somewhat debatable, given the gonzo/ grindhouse style both visually and in writing. There is enough here to also enjoy. Some of the acting and some dialog is just to funny and enjoyable to really dismiss "Devil's Acid" completely.

The horror is mostly disappointing. Everything that happens is more gimmicky and restrictive. Budget issues probably explain that, but I really wanted more messier, celebratory violence and gore. Still, "Devil's Acid" has some cool atmospheric moments, recognize situational stuff that compliments the drug induced mayhem. Plus the devil (maybe).

Overall "Devil's Acid" is gonna have a limited fanbase. Mostly ultra low-budget b-movie fans who like dark humor with a touch of horror will get it. The movie does ride wildly close to "so bad it's good" status. It does have some choice moments. Still fans looking for more horror in their humor may be disappointed.

Whole this movie has some issues with quality, I still think it has heart and is fun to watch.

I'm not going to critique everything. I just saw it had a bad rating and wanted to say it's worth watching. There's some wtf moments and some pretty funny parts.

I thought the actor who played the main guy was good. Watch the first five minutes on Tubi and tell me you don't at least chuckle after he is yelling at the help and then jumps up from the table. He plays a very hateable character, and does it well.

I liked the way the movie is set up as a story a drunk dad is telling his kids, too. While it didn't add a lot, it didn't take away and it added some levity.

Biggest mistake these losers made was making it about money... that's how you have a bad trip.

First of all, I love indie horror films. I don't remember how I stumbled upon this film but, I'm glad I did. Very good cast, very good look and feel, GREAT dialogue. The story isn't the most original story in the world but, there's a lot of clever one liners in it. The ending is kinda weak but, during the credits, there are more shots that keep it interesting. I had a lot of fun watching this. I won't spoil a thing but, I definitely recommend it. It's not the best indie horror film in the last 5 years but, there's a hell of a lot worse. 6/10

Horrible acting, even worse writing. Plot was absent before the opening credits. Sadly, the opening "Grindhouse" or "planet terror" rip off was the best thing about this movie! Everything else needed to be aborted from the sales pitch to the B-Movie production company.

Do NOT waste your time with this half-pint of a movie. SMDH, I will never get the wasted time back. I could have been popping zits or swabbing the inside of my junk for STD's....