Movie Reviews for Near Dark

Near Dark

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Movie Reviews of Near Dark

Movie Review: Caleb Doesn't Want To Be A Vampire!
Summary: 5 Stars

"Near Dark" is a modern masterpiece of vampirism from Kathryn Bigelow, director of "Strange Days." It revolves around adorable country boy Caleb Colton (Adrian Pasdar of "Heroes") who falls in love with a pretty vampire, Mae (Jenny Wright of "I, Madman"). He will do anything to be with her, except kill. Think "Romeo and Juliet" meets "Interview With the Vampire."

Caleb has been turned into a vampire and is living with a group of nomads. He must kill and feed upon a human or they will destroy him. Like Louis of "Interview With The Vampire," he enjoys the mystique of living forever in the night, but the price is too high for him to pay. Eventually, he is forced to choose between his love of Mae and her "family" and his love for his human family.

Provocative and engrossing, "Near Dark" is action packed from beginning to end. The body count is high. It is exciting to see how Mae and her "family" feed at night along the desert highways of the Southwest. The special effects are awesome. Most notable scenes are the beer joint massacre and the ensuing hotel shootout between the vampires and the local sheriff's department. The ending is quite shocking and fiery.

"Near Dark" is an extremely enjoyable horror film with a strong element of romance. It is highly recommended viewing for anyone who has ever dreamed or fantasized about becoming a vampire. Don't!!

Anchor Bay has done an excellent job of releasing "Near Dark." It is presented in its original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1. The picture and audio quality are pristine. There is commentary from director Kathryn Bigelow. Strangely enough, there is no trailer (and no movie poster replica inside my keep case). However, I am grateful that Anchor Bay has provided closed captioning for those of us who are hearing impaired.

Movie Review: Best Vampire Movie Ever!
Summary: 5 Stars

Let me start of by pissing some people off and say that I hate it when Vampires are portrayed as over sexed goths or bitchie teenagers (talking about you Interview With a Vampire and Twilight), and feel that they serve no purpose in ether horror cinema or cinema its self. This is the kind of Vampire I find exceptional , a dangerous and genuinely disturbing creature. Now I did feel that I was a little cheated out of some gore, but I'm going to let that go for an awesome story and badass characters. If you are sick of other crappy vampire movies then definitely check out this film. And if you want kickass dabble-feature then also pick up John Carpenter's VampiresVampires

Movie Review: If nothing more...
Summary: 5 Stars

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.

Movie Review: Great Movie!
Summary: 5 Stars

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.