The script writers seem to try to inject an element of sophistication into this supernatural action thriller, yet it just comes across as being above their ability to pull off an engrossing, compelling, or even interestingly believable thriller. The acting is a tad below par, the intensity of the supernatural element is very underwhelming and almost completely deficient, and even the dialogue doesn't quite size up to the immensity of the task, and script comes across as artificial and struggling hard to find something authentically convincing.
I was initially lured in by the promise of the Elder Gods, so I believed this movie to perhaps be based upon some Lovecraftian theme. So I sat down and watch the 2018 movie titled "Black Site" by writer and director Tom Paton.
In the other reviews, the reviewers keep praising "the great fighting". Where was it?
This movie is a failed attempted at an 80's throwback style movie.No sets No budget Bad writing Semi decent 80's style soundtrack No special effect REALLY, REALLY bad acting.
Someone dumped a bunch of money on this and I'm trying to figure out why. This is a buddy cop movies but only in the most cliche ridden way.
Every cliche imaginable. I gave it a 1, only because 0 was not an option.
A well crafted and beautifully directed and shot movie. Had me on the edge of my seat throughout and the one-liners were actually funny amid all the chaos and suspense.
(REVIEW BASED ON TEST SCREENING FROM STARBURST MEDIA CITY FILM FESTIVAL 2018)First off, I should say I haven't yet seen the officially released film and my review is based on the test screening from Starburst Media City Film Festival, so some things may be different to the film as it is now. That being said I think Tom Paton, George Burt and Samantha Schnitzler, and really the entire team of the cast and crew, are incredibly talented and have created a magnificent modern day mythological baby.
Man has been able to banish the Elder Gods (with demonic names) using magic. The Elder Gods have returned from their banished dimension and try to regain strength and power by occupying humans.
