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Rec [DVD] [2007]
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One of the reasons why Rec works so well is the manner in which it’s shot. It’s not the first film to adopt the handheld shooting style, and indeed there have been many clichéd attempts to follow the success of The Blair Witch Project and Cloverfield. Yet the style suits Rec well, with the photography less a gimmick, and more a legitimate storytelling device. It’s fair to say that Rec is a dish best served cold, so it’d be unfair to expand on the plot. However, be in no doubt that the mix of psychological creepiness and outright horror is very good, making the most of the claustrophobic surroundings, and wisely sidestepping many of the pitfalls of the genre. It has one or two problems, but it’s hard to quibble too much when the main feature works as well as this low-key, yet ultra-effective film does. --Jon Foster
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Editorial
Amazon.co.uk Review
Rec starts with a good, solid, straightforward idea. Its plan? To focus us on TV reporters, who are following a group of firemen as they go about their shift. Said shift, however, doesn’t quite go to plan, as what starts as a seemingly standard rescue mission soon takes a disturbing, chilling turn, and this sets the scene for a very effective horror film.
A great zombie film that will make you jump
Review date: 2010-02-02 Rating: 10 out of 10
A brilliantly written and cleverly shot zombie film full of moments that will make you jump. Like a good version of the Blair Witch Project.
The disc came no problem and was in great condition too.
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Reviews
Great zombie flick
Review date: 2009-12-19 Rating: 10 out of 10
I simply cannot believe that there are so many bad reviews for this, I know that the whole camcorder thing has been done to death, but in my opinion, this film shows that it can be done well, without looking like a desperate attempt to cash in on the horror technique that was started by the Blair Witch Project.
There is not too much dialogue, so you don't get too destracted by the subs, you don't get enfuriatingly obscured images as you do in other camcorder style films, and it makes a good zombie film, aswell as a good horror in general. There is mystery and a good plot, there's also an element of gaming too, in that there seems to be stages whereby the action turns up a notch in stages, and at the end there is a sequence that it like a 'boss stage'.
And of course the most impotant bit, it is actually scary. Not poo yourself scary, but then, who is really scared by any film these days? But this film is tense and exciting, and I am really looking forward to REC 2. It is a must have for any zombie fan.
Brilliant!!!!!!
Review date: 2009-10-31 Rating: 10 out of 10
I'll put this simply. This film is fantastic. Compared to most of the utter trash created and distributed nowadays (AHEM - THE "SAW" FILMS!) this is a masterpiece. It's frenetic, puts you right in the action and the final ten minutes are the only point I've ever been truly scared at a film and couldn't watch in its entirety, and I've seen a lot of so-called "horror" films.
Listen to the other people who speak highly of it and IGNORE THE FOOLS WHO CRITICISE THIS FILM!! Because they are categorically wrong!!
Watch it!!
First person works well for a change
Review date: 2009-10-29 Rating: 8 out of 10
"Rec" is a really good movie with a plot that sets it on a different level from the other "first person with a camcorder" scenarios we seem to find in more and more films lately. In this film the scenario actually works very well, and the story is truly believable at all times.
This is edge of your seat stuff, with quite a few nailbiting moments and heartstopping scares. The final 20 minutes are truly fantastic and make this film one of the best thrillers I've seen in the last couple of years.
Such an amazing film
Review date: 2009-08-26 Rating: 10 out of 10
This is the best horror movie I've EVER seen. The first time viewing it was terrifying as it has some jumpy moments. The way it's filmed also adds to the effect and makes it feel like you're there as well which heightens the tension and makes it even more scary.
Would recommend this film to everyone as long as you don't mind it being Spanish with English subtitles.
Just don't go and watch the rubbish remake the Americans did (Quarantine). It's a word for word scene for scene remake and it's pants. The original (this) is the only way to go. :)
Product Details/Specifications
Actor(s):
Jorge-Yamam Serrano
Pablo Rosso
Manuela Velasco
David Vert
Ferran Terraza
Creators:
Manuela Velasco (Primary Contributor)
Ferran Terraza (Primary Contributor)
Jaume Balagueró (Writer)
Paco Plaza (Writer)
Alberto Marini (Producer)
Carlos Fernández (Producer)
Julio Fernández (Producer)
Luis Berdejo (Writer)
Director(s):
Recording label: Contender Entertainment Group
Manufacturer: Contender Entertainment Group
EAN: 5030305512064
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 2
Format: Anamorphic, PAL,
Release date: 2008-08-11
Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
Audience rating: Suitable for 18 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 75 minutes
Theatrical release date: 2007
Language: English (Subtitled)
Language: Spanish (Original Language)