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An error has ocurred. Please try againMixed a bit of dream casting with what I felt would work on the small screen. The list consists of the most prominent characters to be featured in the first two or three seasons.
While Dazz never had a very stable supporting cast, I think that gives the show more freedom to play. Managed to narrow down everyone but our leading lady, but with a character this spectacular it's tough to choose. :)
Reviews
Coffee & Kareem (2020)
Oh Betty
I will watch anything Betty Gilpin is in. I think she is one of the most talented, captivating and underrated actors today but I couldn't even be bothered to finish fast forwarding through this inane dreck just for her scenes.
I know what passes for "comedy" has been on a steep decline for years but I'd love to know what favors (or blackmail) were called in to get this made. How it manages to feel both wildly dated and offensive AND written by a Twitter SJW is almost impressive.
Oh and yes, I must concur with the masses... Worst. Movie. Kid. Ever.
Duncanville (2020)
WTF with the troll votes?
So far the show is a solid 6.5/7 but giving it a 10 makes more sense than these BS 1 stars. It's a cute, sweet-natured show with enough clever humor to keep it fresh but apparently it's not offensive enough for the aging, outdated Family Guy crowd. It is quirky fun in the vein of Bob's Burgers (no, not nearly as good but it's only two episodes in), so if you're not a trash heap who gets kicks out of giving out low votes because it's the only power you have over your life, give it a chance.
Necrosis (2009)
As Cold And Lifeless As Its Title
A group of friends head to the mountains for some wintry R&R but their chosen locale shares a bit of history with The Donner Party legend and from there it's pretty easy to see that there won't be a lot of rest or relaxation for anyone involved.
All the pieces are in place: A great legend to jump off from, secluded location, foreboding locals, elements of the supernatural, paranoia and a mix of characters at various stages in their lives ensuring potential conflict. While Necrosis incorporates all of those elements, unfortunately it doesn't succeed with any of them. Well, the location is nice and there are a handful of shots that reflect this.
As with most low-budget indie flicks, the technical shortcomings are plentiful; edits are either too choppy or linger unnecessarily and the sound too often feels looped. However, these faults could easily be forgiven were any other intended aspects accomplished. The films greatest failure is in its soulless facade. The dialogue is flat and stock and the actors do little to breathe any life into it. Not that they've much to work with at all but seriously, there are some professionals here turning out low-rent work. There are moments where you can almost see their thought process; ACTOR: "Recite dialogue, drink from cup, pause, frown, hit mark, speak again". There is nothing organic going on here and that is the most glaring issue of which there are many.
The female cast come out slightly ahead, not that it is saying much, but at least during the more intimate and dramatic moments Pop Star Tiffany (in her film debut), budding Scream Queen Penny Drake and to a lesser degree Danielle DeLuca come close to conveying genuine emotion. Funny (or is it sad?) when you realize their male counterparts are the more seasoned acting professionals. This includes wasted cameos from genre vets Michael Berryman and Mickey Jones.
In early interviews, director Jason Stephens tagged the formula for his film as "The Big Chill meets The Shining." This is somewhat telling of his approach because after watching Necrosis, one cannot help but wonder if Stephens has actually seen either film. Ultimately, Necrosis screams amateur from start to finish and it is unfortunate because there were mounds of potential to mine from.