This is one of the most satisfying horror films I have ever seen. Writer/director Rob Zombie truly scored with this flick. Compared to its predecessor, REJECTS is above and beyond. HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES pales in comparison as merely an enjoyable fanfare work for horror nuts. THE DEVIL'S REJECTS shines as a revenge pick born of Zombie's love of horror, westerns, and 70s pop culture.
Rob Zombie is no longer the fan boy here, he's finally the real deal.
I feel that what makes REJECTS stand out is the cinematography - the look is amazing and adds so much. The camera movement too is key - I believe I only saw one or two still shots. The casting is insane! So many lovable horror icons : Ken Foree (DAWN OF THE DEAD), PJ Soles (HALLOWEEN), Michael Berryman (THE HILLS HAVE EYES), Kane Hodder (Jason Vorhees unmasked), and gems including William Forsythe and Danny Trejo. The production design too is worth noting. The wardrobe, soundtrack, dialogue - everything is flawless in this film! Given the story and genre, this film is top notch. It doesn't get any better than this. As far as I'm concerned Rob Zombie has fulfilled his place in the world of cinema. This is the best thing he has ever done in his career. As far as I'm concerned, he can retire with his wife in California and disappear forever.
The best film of the year and my second personal favorite of 2005.
Rob Zombie is no longer the fan boy here, he's finally the real deal.
I feel that what makes REJECTS stand out is the cinematography - the look is amazing and adds so much. The camera movement too is key - I believe I only saw one or two still shots. The casting is insane! So many lovable horror icons : Ken Foree (DAWN OF THE DEAD), PJ Soles (HALLOWEEN), Michael Berryman (THE HILLS HAVE EYES), Kane Hodder (Jason Vorhees unmasked), and gems including William Forsythe and Danny Trejo. The production design too is worth noting. The wardrobe, soundtrack, dialogue - everything is flawless in this film! Given the story and genre, this film is top notch. It doesn't get any better than this. As far as I'm concerned Rob Zombie has fulfilled his place in the world of cinema. This is the best thing he has ever done in his career. As far as I'm concerned, he can retire with his wife in California and disappear forever.
The best film of the year and my second personal favorite of 2005.