If nothing more...
Added 11/21/2009
Henriksen and Paxton make this film worth the money. If you love creepy and ghoulish vampires then this film is for you! Paxton plays the perfect sociopath and Henriksen is great as the leader of a motley crew of undead. This is one of my favorite vampire films to date. Creepy, scary and lots of fun.
This movie is a must for anyone who loves his or her vampires dark and devious. Totally devoid of gushy romance---I promise! A tad disturbing at times, but I guarantee you'll love it! Highly recommended.
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Near Dark
Added 10/28/2009
I keep harping to friends about Near Dark, a film I remember seeing when I was a kid. It was one of the first DVDS I bought and a movie I consider one of the best vampire films ever. In truth watching it again it would easily make a good companion piece to last years Let the Right One In as the vampires in the movie are more predatory creatures instead of elegant killers. They're a coven, a messed up family if ever there was one who stick to their own and don't like intruders. With these facts in check theres a lot I like about the movie and its down and dirty nature. I like the tidbits the movie throws out like the fact that the clan only kills its prey instead of turning them. And despite admiting the silliness of a vampire cure I do like the tie in to the idea that vampirism is a disease being an ode to I Am Legend, one that can be cured. In the end its an interesting movie, well made.
I like the story itself as it is with a boy being taken into this world and being given a week to kill or be killed. The actors do alright with Bill Paxton of course being the standout as the over the top Severn. As a villain He's more wild card then menace. Most of the other actors are good with Henricksen of course being great though Joshua Miller is a bit grating as Homer, the adult in a childs body. Check it out if you haven't seen it.
Like I said it was one of the first DVDS I bought, the Anchor Bay Special Edition. I haven't seen the Lionsgate version but for fans of the film the Anchor Bay disc is the one to go for with great picture, a commentary, and making of documentaries. Lionsgate is more cost effective, but Anchor Bay is a definite buy for those who've seen it.
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Great Movie!
Added 7/31/2009
I had heard that this movie was a classic blending of both western and vampire themes. I was not disappointed. I really enjoy seeing a movie that is both entertaining and unpredictable. This one fits the bill. The actors are great.
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Near "absurd" artwork...
Added 7/13/2009
The one star rating is for the so-called "artwork" of this release. This film is without a doubt an absolute brilliant vampire film. However, in the wake of the non-deserved so-called success of the "Twilight" books and the movie, Lions Gate has decided to re-release this gem with the MOST absurd dvd artwork.
Why in the heck would you ruin the reputation of a stand alone vampire film (that already had great artwork with the 2 disc release from Anchorbay) by chaning the artwork to mirror that of "Twilight"?
AAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am supposing that trying to appeal to the "Twilight" fans and EMO crowd is what is cooking here. Stupid artwork on a great film. Way to go Lions Gate you really dropped the ball on this one.
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Great, gritty vampire tale
Added 7/8/2009
Dark, distressing and simply a joy to watch. Adrian Pasdar, Lance Henriksen and Bill Paxton - an unusual combination of actors that perfectly bring their characters to life. This is a solid, down-home vampire film that, despite its age, still has the power to send a shiver down the spine.
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If nothing more...
Added 11/21/2009
Henriksen and Paxton make this film worth the money. If you love creepy and ghoulish vampires then this film is for you! Paxton plays the perfect sociopath and Henriksen is great as the leader of a motley crew of undead. This is one of my favorite vampire films to date. Creepy, scary and lots of fun.
This movie is a must for anyone who loves his or her vampires dark and devious. Totally devoid of gushy romance---I promise! A tad disturbing at times, but I guarantee you'll love it! Highly recommended.
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Near Dark
Added 10/28/2009
I keep harping to friends about Near Dark, a film I remember seeing when I was a kid. It was one of the first DVDS I bought and a movie I consider one of the best vampire films ever. In truth watching it again it would easily make a good companion piece to last years Let the Right One In as the vampires in the movie are more predatory creatures instead of elegant killers. They're a coven, a messed up family if ever there was one who stick to their own and don't like intruders. With these facts in check theres a lot I like about the movie and its down and dirty nature. I like the tidbits the movie throws out like the fact that the clan only kills its prey instead of turning them. And despite admiting the silliness of a vampire cure I do like the tie in to the idea that vampirism is a disease being an ode to I Am Legend, one that can be cured. In the end its an interesting movie, well made.
I like the story itself as it is with a boy being taken into this world and being given a week to kill or be killed. The actors do alright with Bill Paxton of course being the standout as the over the top Severn. As a villain He's more wild card then menace. Most of the other actors are good with Henricksen of course being great though Joshua Miller is a bit grating as Homer, the adult in a childs body. Check it out if you haven't seen it.
Like I said it was one of the first DVDS I bought, the Anchor Bay Special Edition. I haven't seen the Lionsgate version but for fans of the film the Anchor Bay disc is the one to go for with great picture, a commentary, and making of documentaries. Lionsgate is more cost effective, but Anchor Bay is a definite buy for those who've seen it.
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Great Movie!
Added 7/31/2009
I had heard that this movie was a classic blending of both western and vampire themes. I was not disappointed. I really enjoy seeing a movie that is both entertaining and unpredictable. This one fits the bill. The actors are great.
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