Grindhouse

[Spitfire]

Wow no Grindhouse topic I'm amazed.

Anyways I saw the movie today. The first movie was awesome I mean I was entertained through and through. The previews after it were funny as hell.

Then Death Proof started. I seriously wanted to walk out of the theater. It is a really bad movie. I mean it's not even funny. It's just tons of boring dialog oh 4 chicks talking*None of which I found attractive* and they talk about nothing that moves the plot along. It's not witty or funny. It's just stupid and boring.

Kurt Russel plays an awesome character who you want to see more of but he's barely in the movie and the ending was so stupid. I really wish I had left.

But that aside Planet Terror rules and I'm glad I saw that. If I go see it again I'm leaving after the second round of trailers.

[Peanut]

Yeah, I saw this the other night, but didn't make a thread about it. Planet Terror was awesome and the trailers were HILARIOUS!

The second movie had waaaay too many dead spots, thanks to all the inane chicks yapping. The action sequences were great, though. Especially considering it was all real, without the use of any CGI or other trickery. I liked the ending too. It took that whole slasher movie idea and totally twisted it, making the slasher the slashee. It certainly wasn't as close to as good as Planet Terror, but I didn't think it was terrible either.

[Spitfire]

I loved the action scenes too but the dialog killed it for me. I had a headache half way through it maybe that helped me dislike it.

I to loved the concept I just wish they went into it more. And the dialog wasn't so bad haha

[Brodie]

I wasn't expecting much...but it was awesome. And what are you talking about the ending, Spit? It was so random and hilarious. Deathproof was a Tarantino movie without enough time...It's like he wanted to write it out of order...but couldn't so he didn't know how to handle it.

[Spitfire]

I wasn't expecting much...but it was awesome. And what are you talking about the ending, Spit? It was so random and hilarious. Deathproof was a Tarantino movie without enough time...It's like he wanted to write it out of order...but couldn't so he didn't know how to handle it.

I would have liked it more had they went more into Kurt Russel. yeah the ending was random and I admit I did laugh, but stacked up to Planet Terror I guess it just didn't do it for me.

[ThemanthatwouldbeRaphael]

I saw it yesterday, I loved Planet Terror. Freddie Rodriguez kicked a substanial amount of ass. Alot of action, alot of gore, just the way i liked it. Though, Robert seemed to have a thing for mutilating genetalia.

Deathproff was alright. I agree with you guys in saying it had way too many dead spots, and the first part of it was so unnecesary. But, the action was intense, and the ending was just so incredibley perfect.

And the trailers, were beyond funny.

[DrSpengler]

My Review. (http://www.filmsy.com/reviews/grindhouse-review/)

I loved Planet Terror, thought Deathproof was boring. The trailers and vintage cards and commercials were the best part.

[Tinuvielsdreams]

I went on Friday and personally I feel like I got what I expected. I like Planet Terror better because it just rocked! I mean zombies and hot chicks and Rose McGowan with the gun leg...I loved the dialog and all the reacurring jokes

The trailers in between were hilarious and twisted (The crowd reactions were priceless!)

Deathproof was okay...I liked the first half and then I liked the flagship scene and the end. I agree he got too wordy but Tarantino does like to talk...
It bombed in the box office...I just saw on Digg.com that it only made like 13 million...

[MadPirateBunny]

I think it's going to become more of a cult classic. One of those better after the fact or even a must have because you're a fan of the directors and can't go without completing the set.

As for bombing, I think that's because it was geared towards a specific genre/idea/person. It's a man's movie all the way. Even if it's a chick thing during the talking parts.

No I haven't seen it and no I'm not going to. One word:

EW.

It's not my thing and it never will be. That said, I can see it being in my DVD collection simply because the man in my life must have it. See?

[Tinuvielsdreams]

yeah the crowd in the theater were all there because they follow those directors. You could just tell by conversation and reaction to the little inside jokes and surprise cameos...
I like crazy zombie gore but it definitely isn't for everybody

[KROW]

I managed to see this on opening day. Luckily, I went during the afternoon so the crowd was nearly non-existent. Getting out after it was over was a rat trap, however.

Much like most people, I enjoyed Planet Terror and was zoned during Death Proof. Having to endure all that dialogue in the first part of 'Proof just to then experience it meant nothing was disappointing. Granted, it gave an excuse for the second part's dialogue, but did we need all of it? Not really.

The good stuff was the mock trailers in between the films. I actually wouldn't mind seeing Machete made into a full-fledged feature. Thanksgiving was... well... unique. The audience reaction was awesome, to say the least -- myself included.

Truthfully, I doubt that Rodriguez and Tarantino were looking for box office blowout with this one. I'm betting that if those that saw it left with a shake of the head, a smile on their faces, and saying the words, "Oh, man..." with a chuckle in their throats, then they did their job. It was pretty damn entertaining.

[LogicDonny]

I am curious what is planet terror about with the zombies?

[DrSpengler]

I am curious what is planet terror about with the zombies?

http://www.filmsy.com/reviews/grindhouse-review/

The first film, “Planet Terror”, is the big snuff piece, packing in as much gratuitous sex and violence as an R-rating will allow. It would seem that a rogue military unit lead by Lt. Muldoon (Bruce Willis) have botched an attempt to purchase a deadly mutagenic nerve gas and accidentally unleashed it upon a small Texas town. The town begins to swarm with flesh-eating mutant zombies, which is never a good sign. An enigmatic sharp-shooter named Wray (Freddy Rodriguez) bands together with peg-legged go-go dancer Cherry Darling (Rose McGowen), grizzled sheriff Hague (Michael Biehn) and his dopey deputy Tolo (Tom Savini) to get to the root of the problem and stop the zombies at their source. Along the way, Wray crafts Cherry a machine gun/missile launcher leg and things get crazy (er).

[Spitfire]

Glad I'm not alone in disliking Deathproof. I was reading around on RT and fans of DP say you have ADD if you dislike it.

Honestly I think DP should have been first. Because all the pay off is in Planet Terror. Wouldn't you have felt better if you watched DP and then after Planet Terror came on and rocked your world? That simple little change could have made me enjoy the movie as a whole so much more.

But since it didn't I had already been there for over 90 minutes, so my ass is now numb from sitting and this is where I normally get up from a movie*Or at 2 hours* I wasn't in the mood to watch a dialog driven thriller after seeing something that's heavy on action and gore. It's like watching the best scenes of a movie and then trying to watch the dialog parts. Or listening to the best song on a CD and then the rest. After you hear the best song it kinda makes the other ones not so exciting to listen to.

[Peanut]

No, you're dead wrong. If Death Proof was first, I can guarantee you less than half of the people would have stayed for Planet Terror.

[Tinuvielsdreams]

now I hear they are talking about splitting the films to track to attract more sales. They think the running time is hurting them...It could be but I think it's also the content isn't going to attract everyone
If they do split it it sounds like both will be able to be view under buying a single ticket, you just come back when you want to see the other one.

[Spitfire]

No, you're dead wrong. If Death Proof was first, I can guarantee you less than half of the people would have stayed for Planet Terror.

Well I mean now that I've seen it that's how I would view it is what I mean. Plus it's not like they wouldn't have stayed for 5 minutes to give it a chance. All you need is 5 minutes for Planet Terror to seem more exciting.

[jeff the cheff]

I liked Death Proof, but I understand how people could say there was too much dialogue. For me, it paid off when it finally got to the action.

I also disagree that DP should be shown first. The ending to DP was the ultimate ending, and like the movie or not, the ending fitted the whole movie the best.

[Brodie]

I am curious what is planet terror about with the zombies?

Are you dumb? Why ask a question if you have the answer in the question?


Oh, I just did that.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Deathproof is nowhere near my favorite Tarantino movie, but it also isn't my least. Kind of disappointing, but it wasn't that bad. I have to say, it would have been better to split them up so that you could enjoy Deathproof for what it is, rather than compare it to Planet Terror's awesomeness.

Planet Terror though just kicked Sin City off the list I keep in my head. Fu*king AMAZING movie. Right up my alley.

[Barkworm]

The movies are going to be split in Europe for whatever reason.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Yeah, I heard. A lot of people are bitching about that, but honestly, you'll probably enjoy each one more because of it. They should have been split here.

[Mr. Snackpants]

Well I just got back from seeing this and it was such a great time. I wouldn't have had as much fun if the movie were split into 2, so I'm glad I got to see them together.

Planet Terror was just a blast, hardly a dull movie. I''m not really into zombie movies but this was just pure fun. It was a packed house too so the audience reactions were funny as hell.

The trailers inbetween were brilliant, especially Thanksgiving.

I didn't think Death Proof was as bad as some say. The very beginning and a couple parts in the bar were slow. I found the second group of women more interesting and the ending was great.

I can't wait to see this on dvd again.

[Risawn]

Just got back from seeing this, so thought I would bump the thread.

Awesome. I loved both, and if I ever find for some reason that my leg is amputated, now I know what to do with it. Zombie movies are the only horror movie I can tolerate.

I loved Death Proof, unlike some here, but I've never minded dialog. I just noticed that when the second group of girls were sitting there discussing whatever in the retaurant, it was an entire take without any cuts, and I tend to notice things like that. That impressed me. Something about the girls coming back and kicking his ass, hehe, hilarious.

But why do they have to destroy beautiful muscle cars in movies like this? Gah!

I liked watching them all in one take, though admittedly, it did get pretty long. I can see this thing taking off as a cult classic. I don't know how they would split 'em up, seeing 'em back to back is what makes it the experience it is. Complete with lousy editing and retro trailers. And conveniantly missing reels.

[LogicDonny]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrVU48I2pBQ

Angry video game nerd did a review on Grindhouse. not as indepth as we thought but he gets the job done in a way he makes.

[Mr. Snackpants]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrVU48I2pBQ

Angry video game nerd did a review on Grindhouse. not as indepth as we thought but he gets the job done in a way he makes.

I enjoy his stuff much more when he isn't "The Angry Nintnedo Nerd" and when he acts mature like he does in this review.

[JetsAndHeels]

I enjoyed Grindhouse alot...the presentation of it and the extras (the previews) were great.

Planet Terror was the best of the 2 in my opinion. It had everything: gore, humor, bad acting. It was alot of fun to watch.

Death Proof wasn't horrible, but I was let down. Tarantino is one of my favorite directors so I was expecting alot out of him since he has done so well in previous films. Some of the parts just annoyed the hell out of me, like the 10-15 minute scene of the girls at the table in the restaurant. What was that all about? The car chase scenes were good, but in the end I left feeling like there could have been more.

All in all Grindhouse was alot of fun to watch. I will definately get it on dvd when it is released.

[Mr. Snackpants]

Some of the parts just annoyed the hell out of me, like the 10-15 minute scene of the girls at the table in the restaurant. What was that all about?

That's Tarantino, it's to be expected. It happens in all his movies. I found that scene much more interesting than the bar scene with the first group of women...dear god...

[Cure]

Just saw. Loved it. Coolest thing I've seen in a while. There were some parts in Planet Terror that made me gag, though. But it was still hot.

[Mr. Snackpants]

I think this may be one of my favorite movies ever. I saw it last weekend and have been thinking about how awesome it was all week. I'm going to see it again tonight with some friends, can't wait.

[Rooish]

Rodriguez's part was a little too gorey for even me, and I'm pretty damn desensitized. Ugh. It had a good plot but it went a little far with it, in my opinion. Tarantino's part was slow-paced, but ultimately very fulfilling. I burst out laughing at the end. I think that makes me a bad person ...?