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Velvet G · 10-15-2003, 03:19 PM

There have been few movies out there that actually made me feel the way the older Friday the 13th or other slasher flicks did when I was younger. Wrong Turn certainly did. Even though this movie will get no recognition as a genre changer, the actors in this film did outstanding jobs. I actually gave a damn whether or not they lived or died and that takes some doing with me.

There were so many times during the movie that I got that "shhhh be quiet. They'll fscking hear you!!!" feeling and I have to say that this is one of those movies that is pushing me towards giving up my camping and hiking adventures.

This was some sick stuff and for those of you who rent or buy it, make sure you stick with it when the credits roll. It's becoming a hollywood thing these days to add more footage during the credits.

This is a good popcorn flick on a dark and stormy night. Is it a purchase for most people, probably not, but it IS worth a viewing if you are feeling nostalgic for the old slasher flicks that have actually become cheesy. The picture quality and sound are great, the acting is excellent and sometimes it's what you DO see that creeps you out.

Anyone else seen it yet?

lopper · 10-15-2003, 06:17 PM

I picked it up yesterday and I really didn't care for it much. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't as good as I had hoped it would be either.

I'd been looking forward to the kills in this movie since most reviews said how creative and cool they were. That's the main reason I watched this. I love a good kill.

However, the deaths in this movie were fairly tame compared to some other stuff that's out there. They weren't terribly graphic, either, which was also kind of a disappointment.

Also, the story was less than original, to say the least. You could almost classify this as a remake of The Hills Have Eyes, they're that similar.

Anyway, it wasn't too bad. I'll probably watch it again for the commentary, but I really wish I'd rented it.

Anti-Hero · 10-15-2003, 08:09 PM

I wish I could go get this now but im running low on money, but sooner or later I'll get this.. I saw it in the theater it was pretty good..

MooglePorn · 10-16-2003, 12:37 AM

All these teen slasher's run together for me, unless I hear about one standing out (like Cabin Fever supposedly)...

OnWelfare · 10-16-2003, 12:39 AM

i thought it was pretty cool....it was pretty stupid too. wouldn't reccomend it as a "must see" but if you've run out of options, it may prove entertaining.

JFelix · 10-16-2003, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by MooglePorn

All these teen slasher's run together for me, unless I hear about one standing out (like Cabin Fever supposedly)...

Cabin Fever's got the surrealistic comedic jive to it, while Wrong Turn has a more serious note to it. Wrong Turn did nothing for me, but maybe I should give it another chance on DVD.

Eliza Dushku and all.

MooglePorn · 10-16-2003, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JFelix

Eliza Dushku and all.

If she's naked I'll rent it...

10-16-2003, 02:44 AM

I saw this in the theater and really enjoyed it (so did my friends). I am going to pick it up tomorrow when I go to Best Buy to get the Matrix bonus disc shiz. I thought that this was a much better "throwback" to 70's horror than House of 1,000 Corpses or
Cabin "SHIT" Fever was. But then again, there are those that completly disagree with me

lowriderboy · 10-16-2003, 02:48 AM

Bought it blind on Tuesday...really enjoyed and I personally think its a welcome addition to anybody's collection (especially if you like horror)

MrE26 · 10-16-2003, 08:58 AM

I picked this up last week & was pleasantly surprised by it. I thought it was a pretty effective horror film, with some genuinely tense moments & some decent kills. The presence of Eliza Dushku doesn't exactly harm it either...

Gcomeau · 10-18-2003, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MrE26

I picked this up last week & was pleasantly surprised by it. I thought it was a pretty effective horror film, with some genuinely tense moments & some decent kills. The presence of Eliza Dushku doesn't exactly harm it either...

Exactly. Short on funds right now though.

BTW i wish i saw this on the big screen.

TheDarkling · 10-19-2003, 02:41 AM

I just saw it the other night and I, too, thought that it was a lot better than I ever thought it would be. I really only had interest in seeing it for Eliza, but I recognized most of the other actors that were in it, too. The first half of the movie really kicked some serious ass, I thought. I have seen a ton of horror movies, and I was really impressed by how creepy it actually was. The second half to the end was kind of boring in parts, though, and I really didn't like the "twist" ending. It seems like they kind of set it up for a sequal of some kind.

mrcoaster · 10-19-2003, 09:13 PM

I bought it last week, but haven't watched it yet. I've read about people who loved it and people who didn't like it. Eliza Dushku was all I needed to push me over the edge on this purchase though. I'd buy a DVD of "Eliza Dushku Spends the Day on the Couch."

Indyphantom · 10-19-2003, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by mrcoaster

I bought it last week, but haven't watched it yet. I'd buy a DVD of "Eliza Dushku Spends the Day on the Couch."

that has the potential to be her hottest title yet.

JFelix · 10-19-2003, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by mrcoaster

I bought it last week, but haven't watched it yet. I've read about people who loved it and people who didn't like it. Eliza Dushku was all I needed to push me over the edge on this purchase though. I'd buy a DVD of "Eliza Dushku Spends the Day on the Couch."

She's tied up and yet NO ONE has the thought of ripping her clothes off.

And THAT'S why "Wrong Turn" is the worst movie of the year! :p

MooglePorn · 10-19-2003, 09:34 PM

This begs the question... from all the reports I have read, commentaries I have listened to, interviews, etc., it seems Eliza is quite the wild one who doesn't mind being sexy... so why hasn't she shown us something yet!?!?! Truly a crime against the male species...

Filmfreakazoid · 10-19-2003, 09:55 PM

I received this in the mail Friday from Netflix, I'll check it out tonight. No skin from Eliza? That sucks!!

Frank Gunn · 10-20-2003, 01:58 AM

Movie blows. I liked it better when it was that 'X-Files' episode called 'Home'.

Filmfreakazoid · 10-20-2003, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Frank Gunn

Movie blows. I liked it better when it was that 'X-Files' episode called 'Home'.

Exactly! It is definitely a rip off of the X-Files episode (Home), but I didn't think that the film sucked...I kind of liked it.

mrcoaster · 10-21-2003, 04:29 AM

Well, I watched Wrong Turn today. Not the greatest film ever, but I found it fairly entertaining. I definitely think Eliza could be wearing less in her films! Still, I thought it was worth picking up and I'll definitely watch it multiple times. Eliza tied up? Priceless!!!

10-15-2003, 03:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
Velvet G Actor Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Asteroid M (sometimes the philly suburbs when it gets too hot)	Wrong Turn - Better than I thought it would be There have been few movies out there that actually made me feel the way the older Friday the 13th or other slasher flicks did when I was younger. Wrong Turn certainly did. Even though this movie will get no recognition as a genre changer, the actors in this film did outstanding jobs. I actually gave a damn whether or not they lived or died and that takes some doing with me. There were so many times during the movie that I got that "shhhh be quiet. They'll fscking hear you!!!" feeling and I have to say that this is one of those movies that is pushing me towards giving up my camping and hiking adventures. This was some sick stuff and for those of you who rent or buy it, make sure you stick with it when the credits roll. It's becoming a hollywood thing these days to add more footage during the credits. This is a good popcorn flick on a dark and stormy night. Is it a purchase for most people, probably not, but it IS worth a viewing if you are feeling nostalgic for the old slasher flicks that have actually become cheesy. The picture quality and sound are great, the acting is excellent and sometimes it's what you DO see that creeps you out. Anyone else seen it yet?

10-15-2003, 06:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
lopper Actor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Under the Stairs	I picked it up yesterday and I really didn't care for it much. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't as good as I had hoped it would be either. I'd been looking forward to the kills in this movie since most reviews said how creative and cool they were. That's the main reason I watched this. I love a good kill. However, the deaths in this movie were fairly tame compared to some other stuff that's out there. They weren't terribly graphic, either, which was also kind of a disappointment. Also, the story was less than original, to say the least. You could almost classify this as a remake of The Hills Have Eyes, they're that similar. Anyway, it wasn't too bad. I'll probably watch it again for the commentary, but I really wish I'd rented it. __________________ I come about my bicycle, you son of a bitch!

10-16-2003, 12:39 AM	#5 (permalink)
OnWelfare Actor Join Date: Sep 2003	i thought it was pretty cool....it was pretty stupid too. wouldn't reccomend it as a "must see" but if you've run out of options, it may prove entertaining. __________________ xxsp

10-16-2003, 02:48 AM	#9 (permalink)
lowriderboy Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: North Miami, FL	Bought it blind on Tuesday...really enjoyed and I personally think its a welcome addition to anybody's collection (especially if you like horror) __________________ My DVD Collection The One and Only!!!

10-19-2003, 02:41 AM	#12 (permalink)
TheDarkling Actress Join Date: May 2002 Location: The Murder Capital of the World	I just saw it the other night and I, too, thought that it was a lot better than I ever thought it would be. I really only had interest in seeing it for Eliza, but I recognized most of the other actors that were in it, too. The first half of the movie really kicked some serious ass, I thought. I have seen a ton of horror movies, and I was really impressed by how creepy it actually was. The second half to the end was kind of boring in parts, though, and I really didn't like the "twist" ending. It seems like they kind of set it up for a sequal of some kind. __________________ The one thing I never could stomach about livin' in Santa Carla ... all the damn vampires My DVD Collection My Top 20 Movies EVER

10-15-2003, 08:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
Anti-Hero Yes, I'm old school Join Date: Jan 2003	I wish I could go get this now but im running low on money, but sooner or later I'll get this.. I saw it in the theater it was pretty good..

10-16-2003, 12:37 AM	#4 (permalink)
MooglePorn Actor Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	All these teen slasher's run together for me, unless I hear about one standing out (like Cabin Fever supposedly)...

10-16-2003, 02:44 AM	#8 (permalink)
Herbert West	I saw this in the theater and really enjoyed it (so did my friends). I am going to pick it up tomorrow when I go to Best Buy to get the Matrix bonus disc shiz. I thought that this was a much better "throwback" to 70's horror than House of 1,000 Corpses or Cabin "SHIT" Fever was. But then again, there are those that completly disagree with me

10-16-2003, 08:58 AM	#10 (permalink)
MrE26 Actor Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Newcastle, England.	I picked this up last week & was pleasantly surprised by it. I thought it was a pretty effective horror film, with some genuinely tense moments & some decent kills. The presence of Eliza Dushku doesn't exactly harm it either...

10-19-2003, 09:13 PM	#13 (permalink)
mrcoaster Actor Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NC	I bought it last week, but haven't watched it yet. I've read about people who loved it and people who didn't like it. Eliza Dushku was all I needed to push me over the edge on this purchase though. I'd buy a DVD of "Eliza Dushku Spends the Day on the Couch." __________________ My Collection Last edited by mrcoaster : 10-19-2003 at 09:17 PM.

10-19-2003, 09:34 PM	#16 (permalink)
MooglePorn Actor Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	This begs the question... from all the reports I have read, commentaries I have listened to, interviews, etc., it seems Eliza is quite the wild one who doesn't mind being sexy... so why hasn't she shown us something yet!?!?! Truly a crime against the male species...

10-19-2003, 09:55 PM	#17 (permalink)
Filmfreakazoid Actor Join Date: Mar 2003	I received this in the mail Friday from Netflix, I'll check it out tonight. No skin from Eliza? That sucks!!

10-20-2003, 01:58 AM	#18 (permalink)
Frank Gunn Actor Join Date: Oct 2002	Movie blows. I liked it better when it was that 'X-Files' episode called 'Home'.

10-21-2003, 04:29 AM	#20 (permalink)
mrcoaster Actor Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NC	Well, I watched Wrong Turn today. Not the greatest film ever, but I found it fairly entertaining. I definitely think Eliza could be wearing less in her films! Still, I thought it was worth picking up and I'll definitely watch it multiple times. Eliza tied up? Priceless!!! __________________ My Collection

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