That was an excellent one.
Thanks for the memories!
Not sure how, but this is easily one of the best movies all summer. Multiple levels of funny, never takes itself seriously, super colorful, and creative.
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Man, I really wanted this one to pan out more. Shot on a shoestring budget with good scenery and okay to better than average acting, Munger Road tells two stories that intertwine in St. Charles, Illinois. The first being that a former serial killer is on the loose and the second being that a group of teenagers want to test the paranormal limits of an urban legend of an old road (Munger Road). They both happen on the same night! Gonna try my best not to give too much away on this one. Shot in and around the actual town of St. Charles, Illinois, there really is a "Munger Road" who happens to have an urban legend attached to it. Supposedly, a group of school kids were on a school bus on Munger Road and the bus stalled on the train tracks, forcing it to get hit by a train. If you kill your engine on Munger Road on the train tracks, the spirits of the children will move your car off the tracks (TONS of variations of this urban legend exist about Munger) I actually liked that this urban myth was built in to the story.This is the basis for the beginning of the movie as four teenagers set out to prove this urban legend true. At the same time, the town law enforcement finds out about an escaped former serial killer that killed in that area. It is the weekend of a HUGE festival that will have an additional 6,000 people in the town. Will the killer return to St. Charles?? I loved the premise. Every town has that one haunted place or road that EVERYONE knows about.Starts slow, builds gradually, but has things that make little to no sense happen in the movie (with no explanation) and then there is the ending. Trust me when I tell you that you will either LOVE or HATE the ending. Their is no middle ground. Leaves you wanting more or completely fed up.No gore, no nudity, little violence and lots of tension make this film go. (NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A STRONG IMAGINATION OR NEED MOVIES SPOON-FED TO YOU, THIS MOVIE IS NOT FOR YOU.) I liked that they tried to make a modern day Hitchcock-meets-Halloweeen style film. The only problem(s) with the film are: A lack of a good explanation about 11:14 p.m. (watch it and see), The idea of the cops splitting up, and finally the ending. Had they have shown the footage...it may have been a 6 or higher. Too many loose ends can only get you so far.4. 75 stars out of 10 (rounds up to 5) If you are a fan of slower moving genres with "shot video" added (think Blair Witch meets Halloween with Hitchcock style), check this out.If you need gore, violence or have little to no patience...pass on it.
View MoreA truly inspired movie, Munger Road relied on the intricate storyline to speak for itself. The scariness lied in the realization that this could happen to any group of teenagers. It was extremely well executed, proving that it wasn't just another Hollywood film that focused on extravagant scenes to showcase how much money was put into it. From witty banter in the car to the affable chemistry between Bruce Davidson and Randall Batinkoff, Nick Smith hit the nail on the head. I loved leaving the theater still thinking about what I had just witnessed and letting my imagination take over. A must see classic. I can't wait for the sequel!
View MoreMunger Road is a great Thriller and Suspense Movie,I enjoyed the Cast especially Bruce Davidson. The Story line is very cool and the movie moves at a great pace. The story is very believable and first time director Smith does a fantastic job. Nice to see a movie that is not all blood and guts and actually has the audience thinking. Reminds me of the Alfred Hitchcock film genre. The film ends with the lead in to a Munger Road 2 , I see this story line having the capability of carrying at least two sequels. This would make a great TV Series for cable I can'not wait to see the sequel as this has been one of the best suspense films that I have seen since " Signs"
View MoreBeing a St. Charles native and frequent user of Munger Road this movie was a must see. I've never seen the Charleston Mall Theater SO packed at a midnight showing!!!Love the fact this wasn't your gore porn genre horror but a throwback to the Hitchcock style of thinking and letting the viewers mind run wild in fear. The opening shot of St. Charles is stunning and impressively done for such a young crew on a tight budget. The suspense builds up from the beginning and the dual story lines keep you on the edge of your seat for the entire film! its a must see and ill be waiting for the sequel and DVD release, recommend you guys do the same. definitely worth a viewing.
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