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16 January 2009 (USA) moreTagline:
On January 16, Get Your Heart Broken. morePlot:
Tom returns to his hometown on the tenth anniversary of the Valentine's night massacre that claimed the lives of 22 people. Instead of a homecoming, however, Tom finds himself suspected of committing the murders, and it seems like his old flame is the only one will believes he's innocent. full summary | full synopsisNewsDesk:
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Joseph Gordon Levitt And Zooey Deschanel Do Sid And Nancy (From Cinema Blend. 8 July 2009, 12:02 AM, PDT)
'The Legend of Zombie Road 3-D' Begins Casting
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Great fun! moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Jensen Ackles | ... | Tom Hanniger | |
| Jaime King | ... | Sarah Palmer | |
| Kerr Smith | ... | Axel Palmer | |
| Betsy Rue | ... | Irene | |
| Edi Gathegi | ... | Deputy Martin | |
| Tom Atkins | ... | Burke | |
| Kevin Tighe | ... | Ben Foley | |
| Megan Boone | ... | Megan | |
| Karen Baum | ... | Deputy Ferris | |
| Joy de la Paz | ... | Rosa | |
| Marc Macaulay | ... | Riggs | |
| Todd Farmer | ... | Frank the Trucker | |
| Jeff Hochendoner | ... | Red | |
| Bingo O'Malley | ... | Officer Hinch | |
| Liam Rhodes | ... | Michael |
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My Bloody Valentine 3-D (UK) (promotional title) (USA) (promotional title)My Bloody Valentine 3D (UK) (poster title) (USA) (poster title)
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Rated R for graphic brutal horror violence and grisly images throughout, some strong sexuality, graphic nudity and language.Parents Guide:
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101 minCountry:
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1.85 : 1 moreCertification:
USA:R (certificate #44787) | Ireland:16 | UK:18 | Japan:R-15 | Hong Kong:III | Philippines:R-13 (MTRCB) | New Zealand:R18 | South Korea:18 | Australia:R | Canada:16+ (Quebec) | Canada:18A (Alberta/British Columbia/Manitoba/Ontario) | South Africa:18LNPS | Netherlands:16 | Singapore:M18 (edited for re-rating) | Singapore:R21 | Finland:K-18 | Italy:VM14 | Belgium:KNT | Sweden:15 | Norway:18Fun Stuff
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The first two characters killed on screen are named Jason and Michael. A homage to characters from "Friday the 13th" and "Halloween" series where the killers are non speaking. Also a direct reference to the movies is how they die - trademark features of the characters. moreGoofs:
Crew or equipment visible: In the scene where Ben Foley ('Kevin Tighe') is outside his home directly before his murder, there is a clearly visible reflection of crew member in his front door. moreQuotes:
Officer Hinch: [looking at a candy box with a human heart inside] I think I waited too long to retire.Burke: You and me both, Hinch. Who did this?
Officer Hinch: Harry Warden.
Burke: Harry Warden's in a coma.
Burke: Guess he woke up.
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Back To Where I'm From moreFAQ
Why was the release date three weeks before Valentine's Day, and not on Valentine's Day weekend?Is it necessary to have seen the 1981 movie in order to understand this one?
Was This Film Released in 3D?
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I missed out on the 80's 3D craze- films in the Jaws, Amityville and Friday the 13th franchises all getting 3d instalments on the big screen. Well it seems 2009 will make up for that, with My Bloody Valentine, Final Destination 4 and Pirahna all adding an extra dimension to their proceedings.
My Bloody Valentine is a great start. It's fun, gory, doesn't spend too much time on the dialogue, because it understands we're wearing these ridiculous glasses for a reason! I really enjoyed it actually- and for someone who has watched so many slashers, the 3d did add some wonderful novel touches, so it felt like more than just a retread. I know it's cool to bash remakes these days (and admittedly so many are very weak) but I much prefer this to the original- which seemed to plod along at quite a pedestrian pace, and besides the mining town setting, really didn't offer anything especially new. This film is far tighter and doesn't take itself so seriously- it has its tongue-firmly-in-cheek.
The only downsides are perhaps the stalk and kill sequence involving a naked lady. I guess some horror fans like their nudity, but in a genre so often viewed as misogynistic, it didn't do itself any favours. Admittedly the character is actually quite strong and fun- you don't feel her nudity weakens or humiliates her, but... I dunno, perhaps pandering a little too much for the teenage boys? Go catch this at the cinema, take a few friends, and enjoy an hour and a half of silly fun.