Angel of Destruction

Starring:Maria Ford, Charlie Spradling, Jessica Mark, Antonio Bacci, Chanda (II), Jimmy Broome, Bob McFarland, Chuck Moore, Timothy D. Baker, James Paolelli, Jim Moss, Steve Nicholson, Mark Duffy, Henry Strzalkowski, Zenaida Amador, Paul Holmes, Ronald Asinas, Manny Samson, David Smith (VIII), Nick Nicholson
Director: Charles Philip Moore
Studio: New Concorde
Product Type: DVD

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It's a Theological War Film
Check Your Haloes At The Door...
witty, intriguing
Great movie, transfer not so good
Gabriel played by Walken is priceless, Viggo Mortensen as the Devil, wow

The Prophecy
Starring: Christopher Walken , Elias Koteas , Virginia Madsen , Eric Stoltz , and Viggo Mortensen
Director: Gregory Widen
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ASIN: 6305268819
Release Date: 1999-02-09

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A prime candidate for cult status (it even spawned a sequel), this apocalyptic 1995 horror flick belongs in the darker corners of the comedy-horror sub-genre that includes Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Mimic, and Phantoms--and like those movies it's a mixed blessing with some highlights worth savoring.

This one's got Christopher Walken in its favor, starring as the Angel Gabriel, who's really mad at God for allowing humans into heaven (because, you see, humans have souls and angels don't, and God plays favorites). Gabriel takes his anger out on the human race, coming to Earth to capture the soul of the most evil human alive in an effort to defeat the "good" angels that remain in God's good graces. One of the good angels is played by Eric Stoltz, who captures the evil soul before Walken does and transfers it into the body of a little girl. Are you with us so far? Don't worry if you're not, because writer-director Gregory Widen filled The Prophecy with so many wild ideas that he didn't bother to connect them to a coherent plot.

Add Viggo Mortensen as the devil and Elias Koteas as a priest-turned detective who's tracking Walken and it's clear that Widen was attempting something ambitious here. He nearly succeeded, since The Prophecy jumpstarts its heaven-and-hell rivalry with enough action, humor, and intelligence to make the movie sufficiently entertaining. It was enjoyable enough to entice Walken back for the sequel, so if you're into this kind of thing, this one's a keeper. --Jeff Shannon

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Big-screen favorite Christopher Walken (PULP FICTION, BATMAN RETURNS) heads an all-star cast in this chilling and suspenseful thriller! At the scene of a bizarre murder, L.A. homicide detective Thomas Dagget (Elias Koteas -- EXOTICA) discovers a lethal heavenly prophecy now being fulfilled on earth! Yet in his fight to stop the forces of evil -- led by the powerful angel Gabriel (Walken) -- Dagget finds an unlikely ally in an elementary school teacher (Virginia Madsen -- CANDYMAN). Together they race against time and terror to save the world as we know it! Also starring Eric Stoltz (PULP FICTION) -- critics everywhere praised THE PROPHECY for its high-powered thrills and knockout performances -- don't miss it!

Customer Reviews:

It's a Theological War Film.......2007-06-10

Horror? Bah, I say. It asks the question "Why does God love us the most, and why doesn't he love the angels as much?" Of course, you don't really get an answer, because who can really know the mind of God? Christopher Walken is fabulous (this actually might be his iconic role, once we look back on everything). Well worth the time and the thought. Highest rating.

Check Your Haloes At The Door..........2007-05-24

Christopher Walken (The Dead Zone, Sleepy Hollow, Pulp Fiction) is the angel Gabriel, here on earth in mortal form, in order to find and acquire the darkest soul to ever live. Walken is his usual mixture of good / evil / funny / scary. He plays Gabe like a cool hitman w/ angelic abilities. Virginia Madsen (Candyman) is believable in her schoolteacher role, as is Elias Koteas as the ex-priest turned cop, Tom Dagget. We even get Eric Stoltz (Pulp Fiction, The Fly 2) as the angel Simon, and Adam Goldberg (Saving Private Ryan) as Gabriel's human slave! Even Amanda Plummer (another Pulp Fiction alum) pops up as a servant for Gabriel's use! If that's not enough, we even have Viggo Mortensen (Aragorn himself) as satan! All of these folks combine to make THE PROPHECY a classic! The little girl, Mary (Moriah Silver Dove Snyder) is convincingly innocent, and NOT a whiny brat or a trash-talking smarta$$, breaking w/ the usual hollywood idea of childhood as a time for being utterly annoying! How refreshing! Spiritual themes like God, heaven, hell, angels, immortality, souls, etc. are treated w/ respect and dignity, while keeping things exciting, frightening, and mysterious. I don't think I've seen a movie do that since THE EXORCIST and THE OMEN back in the 70s! Highly recommended...

witty, intriguing.......2007-01-19

Christopher Walkin was made to play Gabriel. He has some great dialogue to work with. The plot is riveting. Viggo was amazing as Satan.

Great movie, transfer not so good.......2006-11-26

I won't go into the movie's worth as entertainment here - suffice to say that I think it's awesome and well worth 5 stars. But in this review I'm focusing on the technical aspects which I feel detract from the DVD.

This DVD (ASIN: 6305268819) features a transfer that is known as 'matted widescreen' which works fine on smaller 4:3 TVs, but which looks awful on larger screen or widescreen TVs. I believe that every DVD today should be made in 'anamorphic widescreen' format so that the image is enhanced for viewing on a larger screen. If it's not then I think that the low image quality should be clearly marked in some way, as the lack of an anamorphic transfer makes a big difference in quality. In the case of this particular movie the image is very poor mostly due to the matted widescreen format that results in what's known as 'gutterboxing' (black bars all around the image) when the movie is played on widescreen TVs. Some TVs allow zooming in to fill the screen in cases like this, but then the image becomes very grainy - so much so that it's probably better to watch it in the 'gutterboxed' mode.

So in conclusion, those with the older standard 4:3 TVs under 30 inches probably won't notice any loss of resolution. But for folks like me with big screen TVs I advise waiting until this movie gets an updated DVD treatment. Alternatively, if you own a DVD player that can play region 2 discs, the British version (ASIN: B000069JE7 available from Amazon.co.uk) is an anamorphic transfer.

Gabriel played by Walken is priceless, Viggo Mortensen as the Devil, wow.......2006-11-11

The movie in itself is lacking or rather the story is cheesy. So setting that aside it is, however creative and amusing, a must own. Its about the never ending war between heaven and hell, angles have come down both fallen and still in service to God to walk the earth hunting down a recently dead evil soul that Lucifer wants for his side. One angle found it and hid it inside a small girl. An ex priest to be now detective is following this case because of a past connection and chasing down the clues only to be slowed down by Gabriel who wants to start his own war. In turn a deal with the Devil was made.
Its a fun movie, I enjoy watching it over and over again.

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A decent ninties movie
Childhood wonders regained.
Forest Critters
"Once Upon A Forest": Guaranteed To Make Your Children Cry

Once Upon a Forest
Starring: Michael Crawford , Ben Vereen , Ellen Blain , Benji Gregory , and Paige Gosney
Director: Charles Grosvenor , and David Michener
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ASIN: B0006GANUK
Release Date: 2005-02-22

Description

In this rousing, magical adventure filled with whimsy, laughter and charm, a host of fun-loving characters takes you on an unforgettable journey in a land called Dapplewood. One day, three Furling friends, Abigail the wood mouse, Edgar the mole and Russell the hedgehog, find their tranquil lives greatly disrupted. A chemical spill has destroyed Dapplewood and their young friend Michelle becomes seriously ill from the toxic fumes. Counting on their own ingenuity and the skills they learned from thier teacher Cornelius, they take off on an exciting, but dangerous journey to find help for their friend. Their wisdom soon pays off and they set about to restore Dapplewood to its original splendor.

Customer Reviews:

Ordering from Amazon.......2007-04-11

I was very pleased with how easy it was to find and order things on Amazon. My order was delivered on time from Amazon. The DVD that I ordered was given as a gift and the child loves it. I have used Amazon in the passed and I will continue to order.

A decent ninties movie.......2007-01-31

This is and old movie that has been around for a long time in it's theatrical form. This movie was released in theratical real form all the way back in 1993 when I was about seven years old. However for reason I do not know it took about eight years after it was first released before it was again reformated again and released in VHS format in early 2001. A word of warn even though this movie got a G rating it has some parts in it that might be to intense for kids under the age of 7. This movie is about a group of animals that live in a place called Dapplewood. The movie start off nice but then things get dark. After the young animals walk on to the road a young Hedhog named russel survive be run over my a car luckely the cars wells don't touch him. Shortly after world a chemical truck drive down the road. Pops its tire and piece of glass from a broken bottle. The truck flips over and a deadly gas is released into the woods. The old bager Cornelius sensing something is wrong. He returns to there home to find half the forrest dead. The young badger Micheal runs in to see here family. Machiel parents lay at there table dead by the gas. The young mouse Abigal draggs the young unconcus Michel out of the burrow. Now the life of the beloved michel hangs by a friend. Here three friends Russel the Hedge Hog, Abigal the mouse and you Edgar the mole must make a heroic quest to save micheal from certain death. Will they succed or will Michael like here parent's be lost forever. This movie has some decent musical numbers but it was not as intense as some of the movies that came before it. If you like this for those of you ages ten or older I also recommend Secret of Nimh 1 and 2 and the two Furnegally movies.

Childhood wonders regained........2007-01-05

My grand daughter and I watched this twice a week for months when she was 4 or 5. Our reunion with Once Upon a Forest was cause for celebration, and also for wonderment, as we saw it with older eyes, and wondered even at ourselves, who we could have been "way back then."

Thanks for having it available. Kenny

Forest Critters.......2006-07-11

This movie is like Secret of NIMH with a children's twist. It's full of comedy, adventure, and friendship. This movie is entertaining to children as well as informative for parents. This is absolutely a great movie.

"Once Upon A Forest": Guaranteed To Make Your Children Cry.......2006-07-10

I like how most of these reviews mention the fact that Michelle goes into the toxic gas-filled house and "finds her parents". They conveniently forgot to mention that, when she goes in and "finds her parents", she sees them with their heads down on the kitchen table DEAD. It's dark and gloomy inside, and they're DEAD.

I mean, yeah, this movie has a good message about being environmentally conscious (and the other parents emerge at the end alive), but they totally downplay the emotional trauma that Michelle probably endured when walking in to find her own parents dead from toxic fumes, not to mention the fear that the other animals felt when thinking that they had all lost their parents. How is a young child supposed to watch this and interpret that scene? Are we just assuming that they're too young to understand or "get it"? And, if one would answer that previous question with a "No", then why would we purposely want to subject them to such a depressing theme in the first place?

And do we really need such an extreme to get the point across? The answer is no -- Ferngully made a much stronger point about saving the environment, and even that annoying bat didn't die in the process.

The bottom line is, this children's movie is really depressing. The major problem here is the fact that a young character clearly walks into her house to find her dead parents (whether you want your kids to watch that or not is up to you). Yes, The Lion King showed Simba cuddling his dead father, BUT the difference here is that the mice are living in a "domestic" environment, much similar to humans. In other words, the Lion King is more primitive, whereas these little furlings go to school, wear clothes, act like children, have homes with kitchens and mothers that wear aprons. It hits a little closer to home, don't you think?

Aside from that, it is, for the most part, pretty formulaic and typical of the genre. So, if you don't want your children to be exposed to as mature a theme as the death of family, there are plenty of other movies to choose from.

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Von Sternberg's The Blue Angel
Suprisingly good quality DVD for one of the best 30's German flicks.
nothing to review
DVD of Blue Angel
...And God Created a Woman

The Blue Angel
Starring: Emil Jannings , Marlene Dietrich , Kurt Gerron , Rosa Valetti , and Hans Albers
Director: Josef von Sternberg
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ASIN: B00005QW59
Release Date: 2001-11-13

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For director Josef von Sternberg and Marlene Dietrich it all began with The Blue Angel, one of the masterpieces of Germany's Weimar cinema. This landmark film thrust the sultry and unrestrained Dietrich on an unsuspecting international film audience. She plays the prototypical role of Lola, the singer who tempts repressed professor Emil Jannings (the king of expressionist actors) into complete submission night after night at the Blue Angel nightclub. The film perfectly captures the masochism and degradation of the Weimar Republic, just before the rise of Adolf Hitler. And yet the moral confusion exhibited by Jannings is really due to his own torment. Dietrich is merely an instrument of his innermost desires, standing on stage in top hat, stockings, and bare thighs singing "Falling in Love Again." This is the original German version, newly remastered and subtitled. --Bill Desowitz

Description

The crowning achievement of the Weimar cinema, The Blue Angel is an exquisite parable of one man's fall from respectability, presented in both the newly-restored German and English-language versions.
Emil Jannings, the quintessential German expressionist actor, stars as Professor Rath, the sexually-repressed instructor of a boys' prep school. After learning of the pupils' infatuation with French postcards depicting a local nightclub songstress, he decides to personally investigate the source of such indecency. But as soon as he enters the shadowy Blue Angel nightclub and steals one glimpse of the smoldering Lola-Lola (Marlene Dietrich), commanding the stage in a top hat, stockings and bare thighs, Rath's self-righteous piety is crushed. He finds himself fatefully seduced by the throaty voice of the vulgar siren, singing, "Falling in Love Again." Consumed by desire and tormented by his rigid propriety, Professor Rath allows himself to be dragged down a path of personal degradation. Lola's unrestrained sexuality was a revelation to turn-of-the-decade moviegoers, thrusting Dietrich to the forefront of the sultry international leading ladies, such as Greta Garbor, who were challenging the limits of screen sexuality.

Customer Reviews:

Von Sternberg's The Blue Angel.......2007-06-21

Von Sternberg's breakthrough vehicle for Marlene Dietrich was a smoldering drama in the Weimar era, and still packs some heat now (especially in the superior German version). While veteran Emil Jannings hams it up a bit, Dietrich is mesmerizing. She appears a shade darker and plumper than in later roles, since she'd yet to receive the Hollywood treatment, but a luminescent star quality shines through. Lola's rendition of what would become Dietrich's signature song, "Falling In Love Again," is a highlight. A piercing study of obsessive love.

Suprisingly good quality DVD for one of the best 30's German flicks........2007-05-12

Deitrich's first and best, Sternberg's best. Jennings second best, after Greed. One of the first sound German movies. If all this arouses your interest...I strongly advise you to not hesitate and add to your library this DVD. Excellent cinematography, editing, costumes, casting, sets and screenplay. The Deitrich screen test is a terrific bonus, really. The quality of the DVD is one of an excellent restoration. You get two DVD's. I never watched the second, the dubbed version for America. This is the one that comes with the Fmaous Satrs collection, and it is pale in comparison to the German version.
Hey, maybe more extras on the second DVD. I should look, but as long as I have the Blue Angel to watch once a year, I am happy.... and you will be also.

nothing to review.......2007-05-07

I would like to review this film but I can not because I have not received it yet. Apparently, you have sent it three times but never got to me. It is like a joke. Can you check your tracking mail number and make a claim to whoever in the post?

Regards,

Jose

DVD of Blue Angel.......2007-03-08

A classic film from the 1930's in both English and the original German language, with subtitles.

By modern standards the plot may seem a little tame but the film is a vivid insight into the era of pre war Germany.

The quality may seem poor and the production techniques limited but again, this enhances the film's ability to portray life is it was some 70 years ago in a mid European country.

...And God Created a Woman.......2007-02-20

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The film which was released in 1930 had propelled Marlene Dietrich (and her singing and her legs) to the international stardom. But the film belongs to Emil Jannings in the role of the respected, straight-laced, balding, aging, and portly High School English Professor who became absolutely obsessed by Dietrich's Lola - a cabaret's singer and dancer. His first step toward cabaret "The Blue Angel" was his first step to humiliation, madness, ruin, and ultimately, death. It is not the first time in the history or in Art when a man falls for a wrong (for him) woman ("Carmen", anyone?) and loses his mind, his status, and his life because of her but it is certainly one of the most heartbreaking stories that started as a light musical comedy and came to the sad but inevitable ending.

4.5/5

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Good movie
Gabriel Is A Homless Pan Handler !!!
The Ascent
ATHLETIC ANGELS
The Ascent DVD

The Prophecy 3: The Ascent
Starring: Christopher Walken , Vincent Spano , Dave Buzzotta , Kayren Butler , and Steve Hytner
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ASIN: 6305744513
Release Date: 2000-03-14

Description

Christopher Walken (SUICIDE KINGS, THE PROPHECY) and Vincent Spano (THE TIE THAT BINDS) star in THE ASCENT, the third thrilling installment of the action-packed PROPHECY trilogy! As fearsome armies of rebel angels continue to wage war in heaven and on earth, Pyriel, the brutal Angel of Genocide, rises to power with the evil intent to destroy all of humankind! The only one on earth with the ability to stop the bloodshed is Danyael, who was born of an angel and a woman. But he is unaware of his true purpose ... until, during a harrowing journey of discovery, Danyael meets Gabriel (Walken), the fallen angel who has acted as his secret guardian! Brace yourself for an epic battle of the ages as Danyael sets out to confront Pyriel in a bid to save the world and fulfill his ultimate destiny!

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Good movie.......2007-06-10

This movie is the final chapter in the Prophecy trilogy. If you liked the other two, this is a must have. If you have not seen any of the other films, get them first. Or you will have no idea what is going on. These films make one of the best trilogies ever.

Gabriel Is A Homless Pan Handler !!!.......2007-03-15

Christopher Walken is brilliant again in this third installment of the Prophecy series!! Watch and listen to him closely and you will enjoy these three films greatly!!! He is the glue that holds the films together and he out shines all other actors in this trilogy!!! ENJOY HIM !!!!

The Ascent.......2007-01-28

I enjoyed it very much. When 3 came out, I wasn't exactly sure how it was going to work out, considering how it ended with the 2nd movie. I was highly amused with the diner scene, which was a connection with the 1st movie.

ATHLETIC ANGELS.......2006-04-09

This third entry in the PROPHECY series is the weakest of the lot. I've seen all of them except the second one, but this one is incoherent and muddled and Dave Buggatto's performance as Danyael is really bad. It's hard to tell the good angels from the bad angels, and even Christopher Walken seems bored with it all, as he must have been since he didn't show up for four and five. Obviously trying to lure in THE MATRIX audience, the movie features too many acrobatic battles and chases, and the ending is a real copout. Brad Dourif has a cameo as what else? a looney zealot. Fortunately the next two are more entertaining.

The Ascent DVD.......2006-03-21

Third installment of the character. Not as good as the first, but still enjoyable.

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BURNT OUT
Cheesy yet enjoyable...
Ever seen a made at home movie? Nows your chance!
Well-Done Fun!
It just doesn't get any worse than this!

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Starring: Maxwell Caulfield , Angel Boris , Woon Young Park , Richard Wharton , and Tony Amendola
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ASIN: B0002XL31A
Release Date: 2004-12-14

Description

John Rhys Davies (The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy) stars in this mind-blowing adventure about a countryside under siege. When meteorites fall from the sky, they unleash fire-breathing dragons that threaton to destroy mankind.

In the wake of the destruction, six people become unlikely heroes in humanity's last stand against the terror.

Customer Reviews:

BURNT OUT .......2007-01-14

This would be an exciting film for children. For adults: Cheesy script, poor acting and campy stuntwork/camerawork/special effects.

Cheesy yet enjoyable..........2006-11-03

I first saw this movie on the Sci-Fi Channel when they were showing 'marathon' of movies featuring dragons. The subject of review says it all 'Cheesy yet enjoyable'. There are parts that are unintentionally funny: Silas' groomed hair, Princess' attire (lingerie and black pants), Girl who yells "Fire!" when operating the catapult (even though she is the one pulling the device). The movie does has its own charm and it is enjoyable (if you can take it for what it's worth -- Sci-Fi Weekend Movie).

I liked the movie so much that I bought from Amazon. Recommended if you like these kind of movies. =)

Ever seen a made at home movie? Nows your chance! .......2006-03-30

... Now how do you start a review of this kind of movie. Was it a movie? When all of a DOZEN towns people at the gate are waving farewell and sending the would be heros into battle against the (wonderfully computer rendered)dragons doesn't that just somehow seem sad. We six Heros will die so that the dragons won't eat the rest of you! Thats right all 11 of...oh Im sorry didn't see you there, ALL TWELVE of you. I especially like how in this town of twelve+heros there happens to be a traveling deadly martial arts guy, a beautiful girl with a huge crossbow on wheels,(talk about envy) and the robin hood guy, except he's actually from outside the town. So I'm going to stop now before I cry... Yes it was that bad. But as always watch it for the Heck of it and try not to be upset about time lost in a vigilant attempt to make sense out of the dragon storm movie thing..experience thing.

Well-Done Fun!.......2006-01-17

This movie is just a bit of fun! The acting, directing and production values are very good. Maxwell Caulfield makes an excellent reluctant hero and John Rhys Davies injects humor into his villanous role. The medieval setting is more convincing and less glamorous than in many movies I've seen. The script is pretty good, as dragon eggs land like comets on the earth, but we aren't sure at first (and neither are the characters) what they are. Even though the movie is not a bloodfest, it is too scary for children. The dragons do kill people, there is a fair amount of suspense, and the dragons are frightening.

It just doesn't get any worse than this!.......2005-11-28

Oh my, this movie was God-awful. It has the feel throughout of a group of first time actors playing medieval dress-up and dragons for the camera. The special effects consist of computer-generated dragons and an extreme overuse of people's backs getting set on fire... that's pretty much it. The plot is also very weak and so typical. The fighting scenes are horribly choreographed and the acting is so bad that it looks like first time efforts for every actor except for the two kings and Theldag. Picture Ben Stiller with a slight beard, medieval clothes, and a wig. That's the hero in this calamity of a movie. There's also the typical trite and very poor attempt at humor spattered throughout also. This is definitely a low budget title. It's also in 4:3 full screen only. I consider this movie purchase one of the worst I have ever made, but it was cheap. You get what you pay for.

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The Blue Angel
Starring: Emil Jannings , Marlene Dietrich , Kurt Gerron , Rosa Valetti , and Hans Albers
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Be Careful What You Wish For
Surreal. Nothing is what it seems.
Strange and Kind of Compelling
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Fausto 5.0
Starring: Carmen Contreras , Keke Creixems , Juan Fernández (XIII) , Eduard Fernández , and Raquel González
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The City of No Limits (En la Ciudad Sin Limites)
Guerreros (Warriors)
Dying of Laughter
Nadie Conoce a Nadie (Nobody Knows Anybody)

ASIN: B00020HANS
Release Date: 2004-06-01

Customer Reviews:

Be Careful What You Wish For.......2005-11-20

Dr. Fausto, a surgeon who deals with terminally ill cases, is on his way to a medical convention where he is due to present a paper. On the way he is accosted by the devilish looking Santos Vela, a man who claims the doctor operated on him years ago. This is not a chance encounter. "Vela" follows the good doctor about, offering him happiness and the fulfillment of all his wishes, good and bad. And in spite of himself, Dr. Fausto succumbs.

Of course, getting your wishes fulfilled isn't always a good thing. Pretty soon, Fausto realizes he is in over his head. Things are getting--to say the least--creepy. How will he ever get out? How will he ever get rid of the Mephistophelean Santos Vela? Or, will he?

Thankfully, redemption is possible, and comes in a surprising but satisfying way--which, of course, I won't share with you. You'll have to watch this movie for yourself. I picked up the film to help with my Spanish, was thoroughly enchanted by it, watched it twice and loved it. Beautifully done, with great photography, sound, symbolism, over-the-top fantasies, and--of course--the unnaturally cheerful demon who is Santos Vela.

I recommend this one highly. Reviewed by Louis N. Gruber.

Surreal. Nothing is what it seems........2005-06-17

A very unusual film. The cinematography, sets, characters and story are all very different.
The story revolves around Dr. Fausto (a venerated doctor dealing in terminal medicine) and one of his past patients called Salles. Salles is an eccentric character, the kind of person who can get under your skin with his attitude and behavior. Salles is a demi genie and he helps (otherwise a very uptight and reserved) Dr. Fausto unveil his dark and hedonistic side. Salles encourages Fausto to be forceful with his wishes. Dr. Fausto had operated on a terminally ill Salles many years back (and allegedly removed his stomach). Salles recovered miraculously (because of wishful thinking) and maintained a grudge against Dr. Fausto for removing his stomach. His character is intriguing and you'll be confused if he is thankful or vengeful.

The transformation in Dr. Fausto's character is sudden and scary. The intriguing and somewhat confusing story is supplemented by dark ambient music, draped sets and psychedelic lighting. The end is sudden and will keep you guessing.

Strange and Kind of Compelling.......2004-10-19

This is a very odd, compelling retelling of the Faust legend set in contemporary Spain. The performances and visuals are excellent but it took me a little while to settle into the film and go along for the ride. It's not slow, but if you're expecting a fast-paced, emotionally satisfying entertainment then this is deifintely not for you. However, if you like your cinema somewhat challenging, ambiguous and little frightening then you'll find it quite worthwhile.

Fausto.......2004-06-03

Watch this film for the beautiful cinematography alone. I've never seen a more visually pleasing movie. The dvd has a dubbed feature, but I recommend viewing the original subtitled version. Pop this baby in your player and be entranced.

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Dragonstorm
Starring: Tony Amendola , Maxwell Caulfield , John Rhys-Davies , Richard Wharton , and Angel Boris
Director: Steven Feuerstein
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Release Date: 2005-08-22

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After meteorites fall to Earth in a medieval land, fire-breathing dragons emerge from the rubble to terrorize the countryside, bringing death and destruction. A team of six fighters will have to band together in order to defeat the flying monsters in order to assure the future of mankind. John Rhys-Davies (THE LORD OF THE RINGS) stars.

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NOT AN ACTION MOVIE, IT'S A COURTROOM DRAMA/SUSPENSE FILM.......2005-06-14

DON'T BE MISLEAD BY THE COVER FOR THIS MOVIE. THERE'S LITTLE ACTION TO BE SEEN IN THIS MOVIE. THE MOVIE IS ABOUT THREE YOUNG BOYS WHO COMMIT A DOUBLE RAPE AND ASSAULT WITH INTENTION TO KILL. NOW, THEIR CASE IS BEING PLEAD BY AN UNDEFEATED ATTORNEY [ERIK ESTRADA, IN ONE OF HIS BETTER PERFORMANCES] WHO'S KNOWN FOR HELPING GUILTY CRIMINALS AVOID GOING TO JAIL. BUT, HIS EX-WIFE IS THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY WHO'S ALSO UNDEFEATED IN THE COURTROOM. SO, WHO WILL WIN THE CASE? AND WILL THESE THREE BOYS GO TO JAIL FOR WHAT THEY DID? WELL, YOU'LL WANT TO FIND OUT WHEN YOU WATCH THIS MOVIE, WHICH HAS SOME DECENT ACTING AND A SUPRISINGLY DECENT STORYLINE.

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