Street Trash, 2024 – ★★★
Kruger’s films prioritize atmosphere over narrative, and this one is no exception—I’m totally on board with that approach.
Kruger’s films prioritize atmosphere over narrative, and this one is no exception—I’m totally on board with that approach.
The one-take gimmick worked quite well, keeping me engaged in their zombie outbreak tale. I only noticed a few moments where different takes might have been stitched together, which didn’t detract from the overall experience.
The film was thoroughly engaging until the last ten minutes, keeping me captivated throughout. However, the ending left me puzzled, as I couldn’t understand what they were trying to convey.
The concept of a character immobilized by a mysterious toxin loses credibility when she frequently moves around.
The film is well shot and features strong performances that elevate the material. However, it left me with too many unanswered questions, like why Elisabeth didn’t just stop and how she knew how everything worked.
The film brilliantly combines old-world traditions with modern technology to create a captivating narrative.
The skydiving segment was a lot of fun and brought an exciting twist to the anthology. However, the highlight for me was “Stowaway”—an amazing concept, but I just wish the visuals were clearer to fully grasp what was happening.
As a big Kostanski fan, I felt let down by this film. It seemed to lack the usual energy, possibly due to budget constraints or other issues.
Discovering this lost 80s gem was a delightful surprise filled with nostalgic charm. The cool makeup effects shine, and even though the storyline is minimal, it doesn’t take away from the fun.
Thankfully, the film didn’t overcomplicate things by delving too deep into backstory, offering just the right amount of lore. Art’s pure joy when meeting Santa was an absolute blast, adding a delightful twist to the story.
Contrary to the negative reviews, I found the film not nearly as bad as expected. However, it suffers from major technical issues, like the baffling absence of background sound or music in the saloon scenes.
Vincent D’Onofrio’s commanding performance elevates the film, making every scene he’s in captivating. The intense atmosphere and psychological depth keep you thoroughly engaged throughout.
This might be the ultimate TROMA film, packed with all the over-the-top elements fans expect. It’s a wild ride that’s both fun and exhausting due to its sheer insanity and abundance of content.
I can’t believe I ended up watching this a second time; it was just as disappointing as before. The film remains a complete mess, lacking coherence and any redeeming qualities.
The film’s low-fi, tiny budget added a unique charm that was a real delight to watch. Its imperfections made it entertaining in all the right ways, turning flaws into features that kept me thoroughly amused.