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by Alex J
Fri Oct 31, 2014 3:14 pm
Forum: Halloween 2014
Topic: Bristol
Replies: 4
Views: 8739

Re: Bristol

Presumably the usual Frightfest habits are fine, e.g. taking in bags, food and drink etc? First time to Bristol event, usually do the London edition.
by Alex J
Tue Oct 07, 2014 1:17 pm
Forum: Halloween 2014
Topic: Bristol
Replies: 4
Views: 8739

Re: Bristol

Thanks jonbly - I usually go to the London event, but I'm keeping my options open until I can sort out time off with work....
by Alex J
Sat Oct 04, 2014 12:45 pm
Forum: Halloween 2014
Topic: Bristol
Replies: 4
Views: 8739

Re: Bristol

Cheers jonbly!

There is no option to reserve a specific seat it appears, but this maybe normal....
by Alex J
Sat Oct 04, 2014 12:43 pm
Forum: Halloween 2014
Topic: 2014 All nighter
Replies: 42
Views: 58270

Re: 2014 All nighter

Interesting line-up. Wonder who the guests will be? Any suggestions?

Seems to be a later starting time this year - wonder if another film may be added later?
by Alex J
Sat Sep 20, 2014 2:02 am
Forum: Halloween 2014
Topic: 2014 All nighter
Replies: 42
Views: 58270

Re: 2014 All nighter

Mixed feelings about the Halloween event reverting back to being an allnighter - it will help keep demand down, but trying to sleep in a London hotel during the daytime before and/or after the event is always a bit of a nightmare! Any news on tickets? Usually they're out towards the end of September...
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 10:06 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Frightfest Thanks
Replies: 1
Views: 6429

Frightfest Thanks

A belated but heartfelt massive thank you to Alan, Paul, Ian and Greg for organising this year's event! I think it would be easy to overlook how much effort goes into setting this all up and ensuring that it runs as smoothly as possible, so hopefully all the happy faces over the long weekend go some...
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 6:19 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: The Signal
Replies: 15
Views: 20185

Re: The Signal

Enjoyed this one - and a twist ending I really didn't see coming. A few loose ends have been left, but perhaps that is to set the story up for a sequel. Entertaining, ticks along nicely and has an element of intelligence combined with spectacle, making an impact not far off that of The Matrix , albe...
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 6:16 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: V/H/S Viral
Replies: 18
Views: 26375

Re: V/H/S Viral

A mixed bag as to be expected - once again the wraparound segment was the weakest. Dante The Great was OK, not great, not bad. Parallel Monsters was my favourite segment and I would like to explore that universe further. Bonestorm I started off not liking, but as the segment progressed I like it mor...
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 1:37 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Nymph
Replies: 17
Views: 26225

Re: Nymph

Spoiler:
Like an American teen slasher, but instead it is Serbian with 30-somethings, with the hook being an ancient Greek mythological creature.
Not the best of its kind and not the worst, with some dumb parts and some better than expected. 6.5 / 10
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 1:35 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Alleluia
Replies: 10
Views: 14926

Re: Alleluia

A love story of tragedy and murderous obsession. I'm not sure I was 100% happy with the ending (nor did we have to wait to the post-credits?!) - I probably would have preferred something even darker. The film maintained my interest, but probably less so than Calvaire . 8 / 10 I thought the situation...
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 1:32 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Deadly Virtues
Replies: 1
Views: 7104

Re: Deadly Virtues

A psychological thriller that surprisingly didn't take advantage of the kinky elements displayed in the trailer and also eschewed the more graphic content of other home invasion movies for something more unsettling and emotionally driven. The plot is intriguing and maintains interest and has a twist...
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 1:28 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Another
Replies: 3
Views: 9301

Re: Another

Very stylised, bewildering, trippy and, at times, student-like, clearly influenced by the likes ofArgento. Strangely reminded me a bit of Eggshells . 6.5 / 10 for effort. I must confess to being confused by the ending, not knowing whether good or evil prevailed (if either), and if so, how. Maybe I w...
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 1:24 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Home
Replies: 8
Views: 14730

Re: Home

Home takes an oft-told tale and puts a new spin on it, even featuring a surprising twist part-way through. Some suspenseful sequences and jump scares help the slow-burning mystery unfold in an engrossing way, although parts of the story are hokey and illogical. 7.5 / 10
by Alex J
Thu Aug 28, 2014 1:19 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Faults
Replies: 6
Views: 11146

Re: Faults

A low key but engrossing psychological trip into the world of cults. Well made and slightly chilling, especially given the ongoing existence of cults and also religious extremism. 8.5 / 10 I saw many of the twists coming from fairly early on unfortunately, except for the parents dying and I had pegg...
by Alex J
Wed Aug 27, 2014 11:35 pm
Forum: FF 2014
Topic: Open Windows
Replies: 12
Views: 17166

Re: Open Windows

Nothing like what I was expecting, being a crazy, techno thrill ride that twists and turns, although perhaps it is a little too clever for its own good and it will be interesting to see how it fares on repeat viewings. Nevertheless, entertaining while it lasts. 8 / 10 ***Possible spoiler*** I though...