Snuff-Movie

2005 "Is it as real as it seems?"
3.8| 1h32m| R| en| More Info
Released: 27 August 2005 Released
Producted By: Capitol Films
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Boris Arkadin is a horror film maker. His pregnant wife was brutally murdered by a Manson-like gang of hippy psychopaths during the 1960s. He becomes a virtual recluse - until years later he directs his own snuff inspired movies. He invites actors to take part in an audition at his country manor house - blurring the lines of what is real and what is fiction.

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Perry Kate Very very predictable, including the post credit scene !!!
Linkshoch Wonderful Movie
Cubussoli Very very predictable, including the post credit scene !!!
Acensbart Excellent but underrated film
BA_Harrison After a long hiatus following the brutal murder of his pregnant wife by a Manson-like gang, cult film-maker Boris Arkadin (played by Jeroen Krabbé) opens auditions for a new horror flick to be filmed at his large mansion. Unknown to his chosen cast, however, Arkadin is secretly recording the actors 24/7 on hidden cameras, broadcasting their every move on a website, including, so it seems, their untimely deaths.I've an unhealthy fascination with the subject of snuff movies, and with Bernard Rose, director of the excellent Candyman, calling the shots, I had high hopes that Snuff Movie would be an insightful exploration into one of the most disturbing possible forms of film-making. Unfortunately, Rose's movie tries to be far too clever for its own good, with a twisty-turny plot that blurs reality and fantasy, featuring 'movies within movies' and a silly surprise ending that really isn't worth the wait.3 out of 10: 1 point for the gore and another 2 for the female nudity (Rose's film might be aimed at the art-house/intelligentsia crowd, but at least the director seems to understand the importance of those horror fundamentals: a silicone enhanced bimbo having sex and a gratuitous shower scene).
Dave L Presented at a small movie house on Halloween Night, Snuff Movie engaged us from the beginning and kept us interested until the end. The ending was an unexpected twist that left us glad to have avoided trick-or-treaters and wanting to see it again. Think "The Usual Suspects" for that are-you-kidding-me response.The camera work was varied with long shots and POV that kept your focus moving across the screen. The lighting afforded an appropriate ambiance, and the somber colors kept the mood in synchronization with the story. Knives and guns are primary weapons of choice, but the greatest implement of torture came from technology.There is one scene where the tension is built to an extraordinary level where the boyfriend is going crazy, helpless, watching events unfold live through an online link on a computer and his girlfriend is in grave danger. Resolution is not to be had just yet as more action develops involving police (in)action.I am surprised that the rating on IMDb is so low because this film is worthy of horror aficionados and should be seen with good friends.
Mary Clancy Mr. Bernard Rose. I wasted 92 minutes of my precious time on your drivel. First off, the title is completely misleading. Look "snuff" up in the dictionary. You might be surprised at the actual meaning of the word. I do not appreciate lies. Secondly, I was confused. And not in a good way. The story line was not clever, and I doubt any person with a normal intelligence was impressed.The acting was terrible. The "special effects" were awful. The blasphemy was not a witty touch.I cheapened my mind. I made my purse that little bit lighted. Thanks Bernard. Thanks a bunch.So, to anyone who actually looks films up on this before watching them, I advise you to not waste your time or money or life on this.Absolutely mind numbing.
xatticus-mushx Not What i expected... but...This film is weirdly brilliant, nothing to what i thought it was going to be, to be honest, i never review films, and especially i never ever write them, but after watching this film..then reading the bad reviews i felt i had to step in..!! This film isn't bad, it isn't a failure, if you think that you obviously don't understand the point of the director, I'm 18 and i understand it fully, to understand it you need to loose the whole negativity attitude.It started out a nightmare of a film, with cheap crappy camera shots, poor lighting, poor acting, then i realised that it is ALL THERE FOR A REASON.You wont understand the film until you watch the last scene a few times over, but when you do you will feel satisfied with the knowledge that you actually understand what a genius director is trying to say..if you don't then it doesn't make it a bad film..Cheers for listening, Chris