I haven't revisited James Wan and Leigh Whannell's follow up to their smash hit Saw since its initial release in 2007. At the time, it didn't do a lot for me. Now, having distanced myself from the franchise they made uber popular, I found myself enjoying this scare story a lot more. This isn't torture porn, it's an old-school horror film about a cursed town facing a supernatural evil. It's heavy on atmosphere and light on gore, which likely explains why it didn't do well at all. But, if you like creep corridors and moody old buildings, you'll dig Dead Silence. And dolls . . . if you're scared of dolls, this will chill you to the bone. This isn't a classic, but it doesn't deserve to be ignored. A Good from me.
Summer approaches, inspiring thoughts of sunshine, backyard parties, and having a tip and sip with friends. With that in mind, I bring you this week sunny beverage. To make a slushtail, mix a can of frozen orange juice, a can of frozen lemonade (or limeade), a can of pineapple juice, a couple cups of black tea (or English Breakfast), and two cups of bourbon- such as Southern Comfort, in a pitcher. When it's all nicely mixed, put it in the freezer until it's a nice slushy consistency. Scoop the slush into a cocktail glass, and pour in some Sprite or 7-Up. Add a little umbrella for some frivolous fun, and a straw. Voila! Ready to enjoy. This is a very refreshing drink. The fruit juices, Sprite, and bourbon- when chilled makes for a great punch-like drink. The bourbon doesn't overwhelm juices. In fact, they are all nicely balanced in terms of flavors. The sourness of the citrus fruits contrasts well with the slightly sweeter Sout...
I'm surprised you got to the end of the film! I found it terrifying... and I love horror films! I got about 10 minutes in and I found it too much!
ReplyDeleteMight give it another go soon. Nice review.
- Joe
Thanks man! Let us know what you think this time around :)
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