Planet Terror...

I have been blabbing and waiting for this movie to be released on DVD since opening day when I saw it in theatres. Well I finally have it in my possession and probably going to watch it with different friends about 5 times this month. Planet Terror is an instant classic and more re-watchable as Janet Jackson's halftime performance. For those not in the know, Grindhouse was a multi-director film released in June earlier this year with Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino both directing a full length feature film and combining it into one with multiple fake trailers for other films by directors such as Eli Roth.

It was definitely a shame that the movies were not sold together on one DVD and they conned me into paying for another DVD to acquire Tarantino's Deathproof (with the rest of the fake trailers), but hey both are great films. If your pockets are thin though Planet Terror in my eyes in the better investment due to its re-watchablility and the best trailer fake trailer for Machete (which is being made into a real film). The DVD has a lot of extra features, but most are mainly interviews and really all I ever want is the movie with a few extended scenes which are certainly part of this package.

The movie itself is probably the most "badass" or "manly" movies you'll ever see as stated by friends of mine. I remember walking into the theatre not interested in this movie at all, knowing relatively little about the concept or plot of the movie. I was hooked instantly with the humor, violence, gore, and visuals. You get warmed up with the fake trailer for Machete, and have a few minutes to brace you for your feature film. The pre-film credits roll in with Rose McGowan go-go dancing. The outrageous storyline begins as you follow a convoy to a military base with escaped creatures lurking. The second you see Bruce Willis emerge after a tense confrontation scene, you know there is going to be an insane shootout. Even when you see Quentin Tarantino acting in a small role, you know he's going to meet his maker in some ridiculous over the top death scene. The dialogue switches from under to over dramatization with sarcastic tones full of humor in almost every sentence and plays an important to the plot. Surprisingly yes, there was a plot, and the way the plot intertwines with each likable character and moment makes for a very enjoyable viewing. I would love to talk more and give a more in depth review about the whole plot and visual surprises, but I hate spoiling movies and feel you're much better off buying this and seeing it for yourself.

I highly suggest buying this film and watching it with anyone who would appreciate this insane film. This movie will take you on a ride and never want to get off. Beginning to end is pure entertainment. This movie has received great acclaim from both film critic and the movie community and is something special I wish more people had a chance to see in theatres. So go out and buy this DVD!