Houdini's Magic Movie Ticket

I just watched the two films, "Planet Terror" and "Death Proof." Unfortunately, I didn't get to see the fake trailers and whatever other extras were included in the theatrical viewing. Still, it was a decent experience. I say decent because that is what I consider the average of the two films to be. Really, "Death Proof" wasn't that great (in my opinion), while "Planet Terror" rocked! "Planet Terror" comes after "Death Proof," but I'd watched it first, which is why I was disappointed after...while watching "Death Proof."

"Planet Terror" features zombies, action, violence, gore, intense situations, some drama, and some coolness. It was amazing. Over-the-top at some parts, but planned out so well that it works perfectly. Edge-of-your seat entertainment. It totally lives up to the Grindhouse ad campaign.

But "Death Proof..." There was too much talking. It was really boring at some parts. Then some crazy action. Then a lot more talk. BORING! Then more action. Then a dissatisfying ending. I'll explain why, but it will contain spoilers...

[SPOILER ALERT! DO NOT READ unless you want to...]

Kurt Russell is a great guy. A hero in many films. In "Death Proof," he's a whacko. A killer. First half of the film, he kills. Second half, he toys with some women who are obviously tougher than he thinks. Then they terrorize him, and beat him to death. It was really lame to see Kurt Russell, who is usually morally upright and triumphant, get taken down. But it makes sense. If you do bad, bad will be done unto you. Still, the boring talking scenes seemed like they were leading up to something. The more bored you get, the more tense you get, anticipating some huge payoff. And what's the payoff? And abrupt ending where a well-known action hero dies in a crude way. Lame. Lame I say!

But "Planet Terror" was awesome. If you like gore and action, it's for you!

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