Repo! The Genetic Opera
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Movie Reviews of Repo! The Genetic Opera
Movie Review: A sure treat for anyone into blood, musicals, and dark goodness.
Summary: 5 Stars
As a fan of musicals and creepy things, I figured Repo! The Genetic Opera was right up my alley. It is a very addictive movie. I wish I had been able to see it in theaters, but I listened to the soundtrack months before the DVD release and was hooked. However, I must warn you that it's not for everyone. You have to either have a very open mind or have very specific interests in order to like it. I highly recommend you give it a chance, and probably two because it could take some getting used to. I urge you to not listen to harsh reviews!!!
That said, Repo! is very original, and created by people who really cared about and put tons of effort into the project. The imagery is marvelous and well done (I'm sure it looked amazing on the big screen), and the casting is spot on as well (Paul Sorvino and Sarah Brightman especially! Such powerful characters). The story is very fast-paced, a plus, and one thing that I found especially appealing was that the gore wasn't particularly gratuitous to a pointless degree. And the music! The music is a mix of many different styles, but mainly industrial. It's hard to pick favorites off the soundtrack, but as far as the movie sequences go "Things You See in a Graveyard," "Thankless Job," "Chase the Morning," and "Chromaggia" are among the top for me.
My only lament is that I wish the DVD had as many features as the Blu-ray version. Other than that, this is a great addition to your cult/horror/musical collection.
Movie Review: Never too pressed for l'dramatico entrance!
Summary: 5 Stars
Ignore the critics. The movie doesn't make an effort to be anything more than it claims to be: a rock opera involving gore. So if you put this movie on expecting to see people getting their spines ripped out set to an awesome rock soundtrack - you're going to get exactly that.
Of course, there's a lot more to it than that. You can say the characters are great and engaging. You'll notice the costumes are all elaborate and all the sets look fantastic and really set the dark mood. You'll notice the award nominated music shifts from fast-talking melodies to industrial metal to classical opera. And sure, if you read deep enough into it, you'll even see that the movie is a social commentary on our obsession with obtaining beauty, and the terrifying consequences of what may be should we continue down that path.
It's not for the squeamish or the easily offended. Which basically means, if you're out of touch with the mainstream, you're not going to like this movie. For the rest of us, it's pure entertainment. And just to toss it in - The Rocky Horror Picture Show saw a limited release and was slandered by critics but loved by movie goers. Sound familiar, Repo fans?
Movie Review: I want this movie.
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this movie. My husband loved this movie. My daughter thanked us for taking her to this movie. The first thing we did coming home from the movie was to see if we could pre-order it think we would have to wait until summer. We can't want to get this.
This movie isn't going to be everyone's cup of tea. IT will be a cult classic. Reviewers hated Rocky Horror. Now this ISN'T Rocky Horror in any way shape or form. It's just like Rocky Horror something that must people would not have considered making or seeing.
Anthony Head. . . .EXCELLENT psychopath loving father. Alexa Vega. . .not a strong singer but held her own in acting the isolated daughter. And as much as I hate to say this. . .and you will NEVER most likely hear me say this again. . .Paris Hilton was HOT. Paris if you read this you really need to ditch the blonde hair and go Gothic black. Terrance Zdunich as Graverobber was funny and defiant of the corporate world.
If you like musical and unusual plots, this may be the movie you want for your collection. It will be a part of ours. I don't understand why Lion's Gate didn't do more to advertise this movie. Shame on them.
Movie Review: Rock Opera Love
Summary: 5 Stars
Ok,you have to love rock opera, not like it a little but love it. Also, your love has to run more to the gritty classics like Rocky Horror Picture Show than the shiny new stuff like Moulan Rouge. If you feel the love, and have perhaps spent some time in the cybergoth, industrial music, or fetish worlds, Repo is something you will absolutely adore. There is defiantly an element of Grand Guignol style horror, so the gore could be a bit over the top for some. I however felt that it was perfectly balanced with the absurdest dystopic world of the film. Tony Head was as ever amazing. A particular standout was Terrance Zdunich as the narrator character Graverobber who, along with the three Largo children, the soprano Blind Mag and the overall tragic mode of the story are nods to traditional operatic staging that might be a little unfamiliar to rock opera fans. It is though a nice surprise and not awkward at all. You just have to pay attention to the information conveyed in the music to totally follow the plot. Even if you fail to grasp the story entirely upon your first viewing not all is lost. This film is not only fantastic story and cast-wise it is pure narcotic eye candy.Movie Review: An Amazing Ride!
Summary: 5 Stars
A visual experience! Repo! The Genetic Opera has a wonderful cast with amazing talent. The story unfolds for many surprises and trills.
In a time where organ failures have killed millions, a company called Gene Co has the solution! They are considered a savior and given a lot of power for this. Organ sales with some mighty fine print. They give payment plans.... BUT miss your payments and the Repo Man will pay you a visit!
In this crazy world, a sheltered 17year old girl tries to see where she fits in, but finds a bit more than she really wanted to know. The secrets unfold one by one and she realizes she is a part of something so much bigger.
Sarah Brightman plays Blind Mag, the poster girl for Gene Co, who used to be blind. Gene Co gave her eyes to see, but at a horrible cost, she must spend her life singing in the Genetic Opera.
There are many vivid characters in this movie; A grave robber, a messed up family all wanting to be the heir to Gene Co (one of which is played by Paris Hilton who is addicted to the knife, another likes to where woman's faces), and many many more!