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Throwback (2015)
A Decent Indie-Film But Lacking In Effects
This movie will get ripped for its clear lack of professional equipment and effects, but I would quickly point out that there are some inventive shots in this film. And even some bouts of professional grade acting.
The premise of the film is standard for low-grade horror movies but the two protagonists do manage to come across as convincing, and the introduction of Rhiannon (isn't there a Gaelic goddess named that?) helps to drive the plot along after the treachery twist plays out.
Admittedly, some of the plot seemed perfunctory, the introduction of McNab was rushed and a bit jarring. The monster suit, when finally viewed, was very underwhelming, but again, this is clearly a low-budget effects film.
I do like the various references to real-world myths and legends of the Australian outback, such as the missing missionary place. As well as the homage to the Boggy Creek Monster.
Not a perfect film, to be sure, but not quite as bad as others make it out to be.
Sword of the Valiant: The Legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (1984)
Hairdo's of the Valiant!
Srsly, this movie is better than people give it credit. Except, instead of being a dramatic, cinematic experience, it's a nostalgic semi-comedy of Arthurian Legends.
The set pieces, the characters involved, the goofy plot twists, and the hairstyles make this the kind of movie you watch when you need something to do on a rainy Saturday.
Sean Connery as the gleaming Green Knight is good, the special effects were decent enough for the time period. Wish we could have seen more of Morgan LeFay though.
I think most people reached the end of the film wondering who the Green Knight even was and what this was all about. To be fair, that's Arthurian Legend for you. Good luck figuring it out?