A. Renee Hunt's Blog, page 48
May 9, 2017
A is for Antichrist by Iain Rob Wright
*An audiobook review. 
What do you do when your boy turns into a man?
You FEAR him!
In A is for Antichrist, Isaac gets to celebrate his sixteenth birthday in style: no parents and hopefully a house full of teenagers. Instead, there's a whole lotta... trouble?
This is a short story, but it's supposed to be the very beginning. Writer Iain Rob Wright, the author of such titles as The Peeling Trilogy (reviewed in 2015) and The Final Winter, has an alphabet full of horror. A is for Antichrist is part of the A-Z of Horror: Complete Collection: Fear from beginning to end set. I am going to grab this book, because if the entire alphabet is anything like the beginning, it should be fun! To be very fair, it is a bit gory but not heavily detailed to make you uncomfortable, or grossed
out. I believe each letter is a short story that dives deeper into the mind of the reader, disturbing them - but I don't know yet!
For a short story, it was written just right. Should I purchase the entire collection, I have a feeling, the story will pick up where this one left off, but with other issues to tie in the apocalypse, but of biblical proportions. I have to find out.
Check out A is for Antichrist and get the ball rolling, while I move on to the next read! Cheers!
A. is for Antichrist
Iain Rob Wright
SalGad Publishing Group
December 15, 2014
What do you do when your boy turns into a man?You FEAR him!
In A is for Antichrist, Isaac gets to celebrate his sixteenth birthday in style: no parents and hopefully a house full of teenagers. Instead, there's a whole lotta... trouble?
This is a short story, but it's supposed to be the very beginning. Writer Iain Rob Wright, the author of such titles as The Peeling Trilogy (reviewed in 2015) and The Final Winter, has an alphabet full of horror. A is for Antichrist is part of the A-Z of Horror: Complete Collection: Fear from beginning to end set. I am going to grab this book, because if the entire alphabet is anything like the beginning, it should be fun! To be very fair, it is a bit gory but not heavily detailed to make you uncomfortable, or grossed
out. I believe each letter is a short story that dives deeper into the mind of the reader, disturbing them - but I don't know yet! For a short story, it was written just right. Should I purchase the entire collection, I have a feeling, the story will pick up where this one left off, but with other issues to tie in the apocalypse, but of biblical proportions. I have to find out.
Check out A is for Antichrist and get the ball rolling, while I move on to the next read! Cheers!
A. is for Antichrist
Iain Rob Wright
SalGad Publishing Group
December 15, 2014
Rings
*Movie Review (viewed Feb. 6th) 
Can you believe, it's been 15 years since The Ring released? It caused hearts to stop, screams to fall from the lips of both women AND men, and was a mega hit at the box office. The Ring: Two was okay, but didn't hit the world with as much bang for the storyline. There were only so many instances of horrid abuse to little Samara, the one who plagued people with nightmarish visions and painful tortures to the body and soul. Yet, February 3rd, viewers were given another life of the never-ending unlike of Samara Morgan. This time, it went further than the little girl and her mother. But was it enough to make for a good movie? 
We were left with Samara being... destroyed (?) at the end of the first movie. Supposedly she drowned, as she should have before this all began, but it didn't take again! She was still in action as the third movie, Rings kicked off!
But in this movie, they handle things differently. They take on a scientific perspective - which was quite original and pulled me in. Problem is, it fizzled into predictability and disappointment. I went in to the theater with an open mind, but left disappointed. I felt I'd truly lost 117 minutes of my life. The movie got lost somewhere and I'm not sure I even tried to figure out where it vanished.
Samara had gone from secret to urban legend, to scientific theory. They were trying to save lives by putting lives on the line. A constant ring of horror that made me thing it was going to conclude with an ending as huge as the one paranormal movie The Resurrectionist. Now that movie had an ending! But sadly, Rings didn't and I was reminded why I only purchased the first movie in this collection.
I won't tell what happened, because I don't believe in SPOILERS, but if you'd like to leave a comment or two on your thoughts, I'd love to hear them. I want someone to gab with about it.
Cheers!
Rings
The Ring Film Series
Directed by F. Javier Gutiérrez
Producers: Laurie MacDonald and Walter Parkes
Written by Akiva Goldsman (?)
February 3, 2017
Can you believe, it's been 15 years since The Ring released? It caused hearts to stop, screams to fall from the lips of both women AND men, and was a mega hit at the box office. The Ring: Two was okay, but didn't hit the world with as much bang for the storyline. There were only so many instances of horrid abuse to little Samara, the one who plagued people with nightmarish visions and painful tortures to the body and soul. Yet, February 3rd, viewers were given another life of the never-ending unlike of Samara Morgan. This time, it went further than the little girl and her mother. But was it enough to make for a good movie? We were left with Samara being... destroyed (?) at the end of the first movie. Supposedly she drowned, as she should have before this all began, but it didn't take again! She was still in action as the third movie, Rings kicked off! But in this movie, they handle things differently. They take on a scientific perspective - which was quite original and pulled me in. Problem is, it fizzled into predictability and disappointment. I went in to the theater with an open mind, but left disappointed. I felt I'd truly lost 117 minutes of my life. The movie got lost somewhere and I'm not sure I even tried to figure out where it vanished.
Samara had gone from secret to urban legend, to scientific theory. They were trying to save lives by putting lives on the line. A constant ring of horror that made me thing it was going to conclude with an ending as huge as the one paranormal movie The Resurrectionist. Now that movie had an ending! But sadly, Rings didn't and I was reminded why I only purchased the first movie in this collection.
I won't tell what happened, because I don't believe in SPOILERS, but if you'd like to leave a comment or two on your thoughts, I'd love to hear them. I want someone to gab with about it.
Cheers!
Rings
The Ring Film Series
Directed by F. Javier Gutiérrez
Producers: Laurie MacDonald and Walter Parkes
Written by Akiva Goldsman (?)
February 3, 2017
High Moor Series by Graeme Reynolds
*Audiobook Review Narrated by Chris Barnes 
This guy is one of my favorite narrators! His name is
Chris Barnes
and his voice carries a Scottish brogue that makes my ears tingle when I'm listening to my audio horror- thus introducing the book series that he told me was awesome. At first I wasn't sure, but he convinced me, it was worth the listen. He was right!
The High Moor series, by Graeme Reynolds, is werewolf hell! The stories are shared book by book below, so prepare for a wild ride of a book review! High Moor, Book 1
In a sleepy town, something's killing animals and people. If it weren't for two young boys and a gun-toting Yank, the entire town would have been eaten alive! But there's even more to the story than that - there's a family nearby, sitting in wait for a sign. When to make am move and when to destroy. Lastly, there's a man (Steven), who's trying to keep a promise and battle an age-old evil - even if it kills him.
This story was pretty good, but I had a few issues with the interaction with the characters. With such an unorthodox situation, it was odd to have the characters trust so quickly, so easily! Everything seemed to happen at an accelerated rate, causing me to side-eye the book. I enjoyed it, but... I don't know.
High Moor, Book 2: Moonstruck
It's all about revenge with these people! And so many angry cops! Man- everybody was angry in this book! The action was full and the killings were gory as ever! The voice of Barnes kept me happy as I read in to the series.
I enjoyed this one much more than the first. The surviving victim of the attacks in book one has been on the run. He's Moonstruck, meaning a wild wolf that needs to be taken down, according to the law. But there's a lone werewolf hunter who's working the job way too well. His actions set a string of catastrophes- rage, revenge and mistakes.
When you've not changed for a while, your inner-wolf can become a Bezerker, I guess. That's what also happens to those who change and forget their human side Also, if you've been bitten by a MoonStruck werewolf, you take on those traits. That's what was going on in this tale. Everyone was afraid of him, because MoonStruck's are known for an their animalistic animal behavior, but that's not the case for our hero.
I didn't have high hopes, but this one was fab! There was action throughout the story and tons of gore for the true werewolf fan! I didn't think I'd enjoy Moon Struck, but I did. High Moor, Book 3: Blood Moon
Stephen, Stephen, Stephen... from the fat, into the fire! Now the military is involved...
The Opposition is now involved, but as far as opposition, they didn't hold up very well against the werewolves! Michael was captured and his sister and John were determined to get him out. So much happened because of plans not well-laid.
While the humans are rounding up werewolves in human form, for experimentation, while tucked away in camps, a special group of wolves decide to teach the world a lesson, treating every nook and cranny as their hunting ground. Where will a line be drawn between two powerful species?
The action is non-stop and the violence just gets bigger and bigger. I enjoyed this one as well. I also liked that the fact that werewolves existed could no longer be hidden. With that said, none of the werewolves, other than those changed from being attacked were all that likable. Everyone was angry and there was no love, other than Marie's for her daughter. Oh, and that crazy love scene back in book 2.
If you like werwolf horror, these books do not fail. There's tons of gore, horrific attacks and Russian accents for days. I enjoyed it and can happily say, I was proven wrong when I thought the other books wouldn't be likable. Happy to say! So check out the High Moon series, while I move on to the next read! High Moor Series
Graeme Reynolds
Horrific Tales Publishing
November 17, 2011
This guy is one of my favorite narrators! His name is
Chris Barnes
and his voice carries a Scottish brogue that makes my ears tingle when I'm listening to my audio horror- thus introducing the book series that he told me was awesome. At first I wasn't sure, but he convinced me, it was worth the listen. He was right! The High Moor series, by Graeme Reynolds, is werewolf hell! The stories are shared book by book below, so prepare for a wild ride of a book review! High Moor, Book 1
In a sleepy town, something's killing animals and people. If it weren't for two young boys and a gun-toting Yank, the entire town would have been eaten alive! But there's even more to the story than that - there's a family nearby, sitting in wait for a sign. When to make am move and when to destroy. Lastly, there's a man (Steven), who's trying to keep a promise and battle an age-old evil - even if it kills him.
This story was pretty good, but I had a few issues with the interaction with the characters. With such an unorthodox situation, it was odd to have the characters trust so quickly, so easily! Everything seemed to happen at an accelerated rate, causing me to side-eye the book. I enjoyed it, but... I don't know.
High Moor, Book 2: Moonstruck
It's all about revenge with these people! And so many angry cops! Man- everybody was angry in this book! The action was full and the killings were gory as ever! The voice of Barnes kept me happy as I read in to the series.I enjoyed this one much more than the first. The surviving victim of the attacks in book one has been on the run. He's Moonstruck, meaning a wild wolf that needs to be taken down, according to the law. But there's a lone werewolf hunter who's working the job way too well. His actions set a string of catastrophes- rage, revenge and mistakes.
When you've not changed for a while, your inner-wolf can become a Bezerker, I guess. That's what also happens to those who change and forget their human side Also, if you've been bitten by a MoonStruck werewolf, you take on those traits. That's what was going on in this tale. Everyone was afraid of him, because MoonStruck's are known for an their animalistic animal behavior, but that's not the case for our hero.
I didn't have high hopes, but this one was fab! There was action throughout the story and tons of gore for the true werewolf fan! I didn't think I'd enjoy Moon Struck, but I did. High Moor, Book 3: Blood Moon
Stephen, Stephen, Stephen... from the fat, into the fire! Now the military is involved...The Opposition is now involved, but as far as opposition, they didn't hold up very well against the werewolves! Michael was captured and his sister and John were determined to get him out. So much happened because of plans not well-laid.
While the humans are rounding up werewolves in human form, for experimentation, while tucked away in camps, a special group of wolves decide to teach the world a lesson, treating every nook and cranny as their hunting ground. Where will a line be drawn between two powerful species?
The action is non-stop and the violence just gets bigger and bigger. I enjoyed this one as well. I also liked that the fact that werewolves existed could no longer be hidden. With that said, none of the werewolves, other than those changed from being attacked were all that likable. Everyone was angry and there was no love, other than Marie's for her daughter. Oh, and that crazy love scene back in book 2.
If you like werwolf horror, these books do not fail. There's tons of gore, horrific attacks and Russian accents for days. I enjoyed it and can happily say, I was proven wrong when I thought the other books wouldn't be likable. Happy to say! So check out the High Moon series, while I move on to the next read! High Moor Series
Graeme Reynolds
Horrific Tales Publishing
November 17, 2011
I lucked out and found May 2, 2017
Ghosts of Darkness
*Movie Review 
Ghosts of Darkness is a British, supernatural movie about an old house with a one hundred year old mystery. Two paranormal investigators are entreated to stay several nights, not to resolve the hauntings, but to prove that someone can beat the life vs. death odds. No one’s ever survived longer than three nights. Also, if they survive, they both receive fifty thousand dollars. Jack, a skeptic investigator, comes with emotional baggage. Haunted by the suicide of his psychic wife, he is out to prove any claims on the house are disingenuous. With a case full of electronic paraphernalia, he searches the house for intruders, and any other bits of evidence to back his initial assessment.
Jonathan, the eclectic clairvoyant, needs the fifty thousand dollars to pay off his gambling debts, but he’s there to truly find the ghosts of the home. He wants to make contact, but he’s exasperating. Prepared, with candles, a book on demonology (that he’s never used), and a blatant ‘Wait and See’ attitude, he’s equipped yet wary of the coming experience.
Together, Jack and Jonathan find themselves trapped in a house filled with trouble. Jack is easily taunted, while Jonathan is viewed as a threat. From a daughter who’s murdered both her parents, to the washer repairman, the investigators found their stay more difficult than they’d bargained for.
Due to the horrific deaths and ghastly appearances, the ghouls of Ghosts of Darkness was categorized as a horror movie, but it felt more like a mild paranormal. The story moved a bit slow, taking more time to show the various annoyances and rancor between the investigators, than actual attempts to raise the ghosts or dispel them. Then when instances took place concerning Jack, he behaved more like a over-active teenager than a professional skeptic, giving indication to his survival. Jonathan was much more likeable and level-headed between the two, so the ending was satisfactory.
Ghosts of Darkness is set to release March of this year.
Ghosts of Darkness
Written & Directed by David Ryan Keith
Produced by Lorraine Keith
Actors: Michael Coates and Paul Flannery
March 7, 2017
Ghosts of Darkness is a British, supernatural movie about an old house with a one hundred year old mystery. Two paranormal investigators are entreated to stay several nights, not to resolve the hauntings, but to prove that someone can beat the life vs. death odds. No one’s ever survived longer than three nights. Also, if they survive, they both receive fifty thousand dollars. Jack, a skeptic investigator, comes with emotional baggage. Haunted by the suicide of his psychic wife, he is out to prove any claims on the house are disingenuous. With a case full of electronic paraphernalia, he searches the house for intruders, and any other bits of evidence to back his initial assessment.Jonathan, the eclectic clairvoyant, needs the fifty thousand dollars to pay off his gambling debts, but he’s there to truly find the ghosts of the home. He wants to make contact, but he’s exasperating. Prepared, with candles, a book on demonology (that he’s never used), and a blatant ‘Wait and See’ attitude, he’s equipped yet wary of the coming experience.
Together, Jack and Jonathan find themselves trapped in a house filled with trouble. Jack is easily taunted, while Jonathan is viewed as a threat. From a daughter who’s murdered both her parents, to the washer repairman, the investigators found their stay more difficult than they’d bargained for.
Due to the horrific deaths and ghastly appearances, the ghouls of Ghosts of Darkness was categorized as a horror movie, but it felt more like a mild paranormal. The story moved a bit slow, taking more time to show the various annoyances and rancor between the investigators, than actual attempts to raise the ghosts or dispel them. Then when instances took place concerning Jack, he behaved more like a over-active teenager than a professional skeptic, giving indication to his survival. Jonathan was much more likeable and level-headed between the two, so the ending was satisfactory.
Ghosts of Darkness is set to release March of this year.
Ghosts of Darkness
Written & Directed by David Ryan Keith
Produced by Lorraine Keith
Actors: Michael Coates and Paul Flannery
March 7, 2017
The Deep End of the Ocean by Jacquelyn Mitchard
"Talk about a heart-breaker of a story!"-Alyssa
I felt so much pain while reading this book. To imagine the pain a mother in Beth's situation was just... I'm talking about The Deep End of the Ocean, by Jacquelyn Mitchard. A story of how a family lost a child. I also have to admit, once I began reading, I realized, I'd seen this movie way, way back! But the book is so much more!
When Beth Cappadora attends her high school reunion in Chicago, she takes her two children, Vince and Ben. First, I wondered, who takes their children to a high school graduation, where there's drinking and lost attention, reflecting on past antics- Who takes their kids?! It didn't matter, she had a sitter, but still. The thing is, while getting registered and checked in to the hotel, Beth turns around for a few minutes and finds her youngest son, Ben gone... I don't read a lot of novels like this one, but I can say, there's so much life between the covers. It's real life - which I usually run away from - I felt every bit of Beth's pain, but I also learned to detest her. Unfocused, hurt, lost, all emotions I understood, but she went so much deeper, that all was lost for the family. I see why many family's break apart from something so devastating, but her son Vincent was totally forgotten for the most part.
I began to relate to him more; he was written with much more conviction. I don't want to say too much, but the children left behind and Pat were much more realistic to me- not saying Beth wasn't though. I just empathized with them more. Even Ben was easier.
The Deep End of the Ocean is a serious book. Should you read it, have a box of Kleenex at your side. It's a book you will walk away from, clutching your children (4-legged included) tighter. I'm off to the next read!
The Deep End of the Ocean
Jacquelyn Mitchard
Published by Penguin Books
June 1996
The Trouble's Keeper by Susan May
Rory "Don't call me lion" Fine is a peculiar fellow. He's got a gift that actually eases worry and takes away pain. All he has to do is touch you. But, when he comes across a lovely woman, with the best disposition, the touch they share brings on a darkness so threatening, the two of them alone can't figure out what to do.
The Troubles Keeper, by Susan May is an exciting story of fate, magic, a little love, and maybe eve a bit of alien intervention. It tells of a bus driver who has an ability to take another's trouble away. It's not a solution to their life's problems; it's just his way of helping them feel better, to see things clearly and with a positive spin to things. But his activity sets a series of activities in motion that are unavoidable and difficult for more than himself.The story is very well written and is probably my favorite book by May to date. I think it's because Rory was just an ordinary guy. He wasn't overly handsome, nor rich, allowing him to be seen, in my mind as a regular Joe Blow. And he was sweet- something you don't find a lot of. His interactions, at first had be a bit worried the book would be slow, but it turned out to be necessary. Getting to know Rory, the way I did, allowed me to connect to him. Then through his words, focus on his true love and how to stop a killer. It's an amazing story and I even appreciated the narrator, Steve Marvel. He was perfect for the story.
The Troubles Keeper is available everywhere, even Audible. Grab yourself a copy while I move on to the next read!
The Troubles Keeper, A Supernatural Thriller
Susan May
CreateSpace Publishing Platform
with Audible.com
February 3, 2017
College Life 101: Freshman Orientation by J. B. Vample
Because I was always the new kid, I didn't have the opportunity to build up an abundance of long-term friends, though I do have a few that hung in there with me, over time and distance. In College Life 101: Freshman Orientation, by J. B. Vample, a few of these girls knew each other from middle school, but they were like animals at each other's throats! From different backgrounds, each girl, and later guys, brought something different to this book's table, allowing for an ending that was satisfying to me. So let me tell you about College Life 101... 
The story is centered around Sidra, Malajia, Alex, Emily and Chasity - girls of color, looking to make something of their lives by attending college. One is looking to escape her mother's over-powering grip, one just looking to get away. One who is always trying to take care of others, no matter how annoying and the other a know-it-all. Then there's that one who's more boy crazy than any other. They all have their backstories, but it's the stories they create while together that makes the book a hit.At first, I wasn't sure how to take this book. It brought out a life I never truly understood, but saw all the time... on tv and in movies! Girlfriends who always called themselves the worst of names, dressed poorly or overly dressed, but wanted to be on top. I couldn't relate to any of them, and worried I wouldn't like the book, but I was happily mistaken. The more I read, the more I found their lives intertwine, sharing and helping, despite their cut-downs and jibes. I found I wanted to know more about them, especially Alex.
From boys, to nearly blowing up the science lab, these girls get to know one another. The form bonds that will eventually bring them across two more books by J. B. Vample. If you enjoy funny drama, insane attitudes and how complicated life can be when you're adulting, read College Life 101! I'm on to the next read!
College Life 101: Freshman Orientation
J. B. Vample
Published by J.B. Vample
December 19, 2015
April 24, 2017
The Rot by Paul Kane
*Audiobook Review Narrated by Chris Barnes 
Anglophile (An·glo·phile
ˈaNGɡləˌfīl/
noun 1.
a person who is fond of or greatly admires England or Britain So as you all know, I am a lover of anything British and English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh- you name it! So when I get an audiobook where there's an accent to listen to, I swoon! I get totally excited and it has my undivided attention. The Rot, by Paul Kane, is one of them.
What do you do when the world goes to pot and there's nothing anyone can do to stop it? People, homes, cars, animals, everything is decaying; there's no food and no immunity either. That's what pretty much took place in this apocalyptic tale.
The world rotted away.
The Rot is the story of the world's end. Adam is a test subject. After volunteering to sport a phenomenal environment suit, that recycles your sweat, urine and fecal matter to ensure survival, the world went to pot. Ha!- that was a pun; you catch it? It takes everything in Adam to survive the effects of the mysterious plague that turns every day people into raving, brainless lunatics. With society totally abandoned, he has to find a way to continue on, and find someone to extend the human race's deadline.
I liked The Rot for a couple of reasons. First off, the narrator, Scottish Chris Barnes, has an excellent voice and accent. Had it been baby babble, with a few words here and there, I'd have listened! His voice made it for me. Don't get me wrong, I liked the story too, but it's like the book was made for him to tell. Secondly, the story carried a different take on the end of the world concept.
How many times have people tried to come up with a story on a body suit that's made to be a second skin? It extends Adam's life and makes you wonder, what happens when he thinks the plague, disease or whatever has gone away? Can he get out of it? What about his body and functions after being inside for so long?
It's a cool story and one that makes you think, but not too long. It was just enough to get my spook on for entertainment. Check it out!
The Rot, audiobook
Paul Kane
Horrific Tales Publishing
September 24, 2016
Anglophile (An·glo·phileˈaNGɡləˌfīl/
noun 1.
a person who is fond of or greatly admires England or Britain So as you all know, I am a lover of anything British and English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh- you name it! So when I get an audiobook where there's an accent to listen to, I swoon! I get totally excited and it has my undivided attention. The Rot, by Paul Kane, is one of them.
What do you do when the world goes to pot and there's nothing anyone can do to stop it? People, homes, cars, animals, everything is decaying; there's no food and no immunity either. That's what pretty much took place in this apocalyptic tale.
The world rotted away.
The Rot is the story of the world's end. Adam is a test subject. After volunteering to sport a phenomenal environment suit, that recycles your sweat, urine and fecal matter to ensure survival, the world went to pot. Ha!- that was a pun; you catch it? It takes everything in Adam to survive the effects of the mysterious plague that turns every day people into raving, brainless lunatics. With society totally abandoned, he has to find a way to continue on, and find someone to extend the human race's deadline.I liked The Rot for a couple of reasons. First off, the narrator, Scottish Chris Barnes, has an excellent voice and accent. Had it been baby babble, with a few words here and there, I'd have listened! His voice made it for me. Don't get me wrong, I liked the story too, but it's like the book was made for him to tell. Secondly, the story carried a different take on the end of the world concept.
How many times have people tried to come up with a story on a body suit that's made to be a second skin? It extends Adam's life and makes you wonder, what happens when he thinks the plague, disease or whatever has gone away? Can he get out of it? What about his body and functions after being inside for so long?
It's a cool story and one that makes you think, but not too long. It was just enough to get my spook on for entertainment. Check it out!
The Rot, audiobook
Paul Kane
Horrific Tales Publishing
September 24, 2016
Queen of Spades: The Dark Rite
*Movie Review -Subtitled 
Step 1: Go into a dark room, like a bathroom.
Step 2: Light a candle and place it in front of the mirror, turn the lights off.
Step 3: Draw a door with stairs leading down and away on the mirror.
Step 4: Close your eyes and repeat aloud, "Queen of Spades, come."
That's the game that summons the woman who kills children. This movie is the Russian version of Bloody Mary. I'm sorry to say, I played the silly game myself as a kid, and I'm still alive to tell, but in the movie, Queen of Spades, nuh-uh. When you call her, she actually shows up.
This horror takes place in Russia. A father is in for the fight of his daughter's life when he finds out she and her friends are lined up like dominos, to die. At first he doesn't believe, but soon, he understands and begins to experience the living nightmare as well. It's not till they find Smirnov, a man who lost his son to the same ghostly woman, that they find any hope. I'll stop there, so I don't give away much.
Now, what confuses me about this movie is Smirnov. How did he know so much? I understood his backstory, but suddenly he was a professional on this evil woman. But the man knew what he was doing and it made the movie a bit more interesting- but I didn't like how the movie took a turn, and I can't explain that sentence to avoid SPOILERS! Also, how in the world did the dad begin to see what the kids saw? He hadn't played the game.
What I can say is, the movie is very cool to watch. From the awesome special effects, to the halfway decent story line. Now I'm sure a lot got lost in translation and my eyes don't always catch the subtitles, but I don't think you'll be wholly lost or upset with Queen of Spades. The visual effects are totally awesome, as you can see if you watch the trailer below. Watch the very end- it's what made me want to see it in the first place. Cheers! Queen of Spades: The Dark Rite
Directed by Svyatoslav Podgayevsky
Produced by Aleksey Ageyev
Starring Alina Babak, Valeriya Dmetrieva, and Igor Khripunov
2015
Step 1: Go into a dark room, like a bathroom.Step 2: Light a candle and place it in front of the mirror, turn the lights off.
Step 3: Draw a door with stairs leading down and away on the mirror.
Step 4: Close your eyes and repeat aloud, "Queen of Spades, come."
That's the game that summons the woman who kills children. This movie is the Russian version of Bloody Mary. I'm sorry to say, I played the silly game myself as a kid, and I'm still alive to tell, but in the movie, Queen of Spades, nuh-uh. When you call her, she actually shows up.
This horror takes place in Russia. A father is in for the fight of his daughter's life when he finds out she and her friends are lined up like dominos, to die. At first he doesn't believe, but soon, he understands and begins to experience the living nightmare as well. It's not till they find Smirnov, a man who lost his son to the same ghostly woman, that they find any hope. I'll stop there, so I don't give away much.
Now, what confuses me about this movie is Smirnov. How did he know so much? I understood his backstory, but suddenly he was a professional on this evil woman. But the man knew what he was doing and it made the movie a bit more interesting- but I didn't like how the movie took a turn, and I can't explain that sentence to avoid SPOILERS! Also, how in the world did the dad begin to see what the kids saw? He hadn't played the game.
What I can say is, the movie is very cool to watch. From the awesome special effects, to the halfway decent story line. Now I'm sure a lot got lost in translation and my eyes don't always catch the subtitles, but I don't think you'll be wholly lost or upset with Queen of Spades. The visual effects are totally awesome, as you can see if you watch the trailer below. Watch the very end- it's what made me want to see it in the first place. Cheers! Queen of Spades: The Dark Rite
Directed by Svyatoslav Podgayevsky
Produced by Aleksey Ageyev
Starring Alina Babak, Valeriya Dmetrieva, and Igor Khripunov
2015
