stepstonefilms
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I remember seeing this on the BBC a few years ago and loving it. I can't believe it wasn't a hit, as it was one of the best shows I'd seen in ages.
It's about an average Australian family. The husband is reaching retirement age and is dreading it. Since it aired years ago I haven't seen it again, and there was no DVD or VHS release, so It's hard to remember enough to give it a decent review. I remember the best scenes were around the table at the husband's workplace, where him and his workmates would play cards and talk nonsense. Hilarious stuff.
Overall it was a very funny show and should have run for more than one season. So if you ever get the chance to see it, see it, you won't be disappointed.
It's about an average Australian family. The husband is reaching retirement age and is dreading it. Since it aired years ago I haven't seen it again, and there was no DVD or VHS release, so It's hard to remember enough to give it a decent review. I remember the best scenes were around the table at the husband's workplace, where him and his workmates would play cards and talk nonsense. Hilarious stuff.
Overall it was a very funny show and should have run for more than one season. So if you ever get the chance to see it, see it, you won't be disappointed.
What? Is this a film? Surely not!
This is best viewed in fast forward mode, as they seem to have forgotten to edit it. Scenes linger on far too long and you find yourself reaching for the remote. I know it's a low budget film but come on! People have made better films with less money, or no money. If you watch the English dubbed version then you're in for a laugh, as it has to be THE worst dubbing I've ever heard. Must have just pulled people off the street and asked them to improvise.
I don't know what else to say. If you're looking for a good low budget film then look elsewhere, as this is dreadful. A good idea and a nice poster/cover don't make a good film.
This is best viewed in fast forward mode, as they seem to have forgotten to edit it. Scenes linger on far too long and you find yourself reaching for the remote. I know it's a low budget film but come on! People have made better films with less money, or no money. If you watch the English dubbed version then you're in for a laugh, as it has to be THE worst dubbing I've ever heard. Must have just pulled people off the street and asked them to improvise.
I don't know what else to say. If you're looking for a good low budget film then look elsewhere, as this is dreadful. A good idea and a nice poster/cover don't make a good film.
I had wanted to see this film for ages, even before seeing the terrible Renny Harlin version. Renny Harlin!? What the hell were they thinking? I missed it on its limited cinema release, but eventually saw it on DVD, and as much as I want to say that I enjoyed it, I can't. I can honestly see now why they weren't happy with the final product, but to completely re-shoot it, and to hire a director like Renny Harlin, is just madness.
The main problem I had with the film was the complete lack of atmosphere, and that should be the main thing with an Exorcist film. There was no feeling of fear or any creepiness in the film at all. It was all very bland.
It's good to be able to compare the two films. Harlin's version is a Hollywood dumbed-down horror action film, while Schrader's film is a slower-paced, thinking person's version, but unfortunately lacking in any real horror moments.
I really was hoping I would have enjoyed the film, but I have to be totally honest and give my true opinion Overall I would rate the film 6 out of 10, maybe even 5 out of 10. The Harlin version would be less than that.
The main problem I had with the film was the complete lack of atmosphere, and that should be the main thing with an Exorcist film. There was no feeling of fear or any creepiness in the film at all. It was all very bland.
It's good to be able to compare the two films. Harlin's version is a Hollywood dumbed-down horror action film, while Schrader's film is a slower-paced, thinking person's version, but unfortunately lacking in any real horror moments.
I really was hoping I would have enjoyed the film, but I have to be totally honest and give my true opinion Overall I would rate the film 6 out of 10, maybe even 5 out of 10. The Harlin version would be less than that.