Grindhouse Presents, Planet Terror - Extended and Unrated (Two-Disc Special Edition)
starring: Rose McGowan, Freddy RodrÃguez, Josh Brolin, Bruce Willis, Marley Shelton
directed by: Robert Rodriguez
directed by: Robert Rodriguez
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A fun zombie film that busts at the seams with gross special effects amazing action and deliciously over-the-top moments as gun-legged cherry darling and one man wrecking crew el wray try to save the world from a horde of flesh-eating zombies.Studio: Genius Products IncRelease Date: 09/16/2008Starring: Rose McgowanRun time: 105 minutesRating: UrDirector: Quentin Tarantino
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Loud, fast, and proudly out of control, Grindhouse is a tribute to the low-budget exploitation movies that lurked at drive-ins and inner city theaters in the '60s and early '70s. Writers/directors Quentin Tarantino (Kill Bill) and Robert Rodriguez (Sin City) cooked up this three-hour double feature as a way to pay homage to these films, and the end result manages to evoke the down-and-dirty vibe of the original films for an audience that may be too young to remember them. Rodriguez's Planet Terror is a rollicking horror/sci-fi/action piece about a plague outbreak that turns citizens into cannibalistic murderers; it's heavy on the gore and explosions but also features a terrific cast of A players (Freddy Rodriguez, Naveen Andrews, Marley Shelton) and B-movie vets (Michael Biehn, Jeff Fahey, Tom Savini) and the indelible image of Rose McGowan as a stripper whose torn-off leg is replaced by a high-powered machine gun.
If Tarantino's feature was a nod to the moody, genre-jumping exploitation of the early '70s, Rodriguez's contribution to the Grindhouse aesthetic pays tribute to the manic gorefests from Italy and the States in the early '80s. And much like the film itself, the supplemental features on Terror's double-disc Extended and Unrated presentation have a loose, action-packed and familial vibe that gives fans full access to Rodriguez's one-man-studio approach to moviemaking. The director is featured twice on audio tracks: first, on the feature commentary, which provides a fun tour through the picture's production (as well as information on the upcoming Grindhouse DVD set, which will reunite the two pictures in their theatrical format), and later on the "10-Minute Film School," a fascinating breakneck run through the numerous visual and CGI effects that produced the film's most eye-popping effects, including McGowan's leg/machine gun. Most of the extras echo Rodriguez's informative and entertaining vibe--two featurettes cover the picture's male and female cast (the former offers affectionate tributes to the exploitation vets in the company, including Biehn, Fahey, Michael Parks, and Savini), while "Casting Rebel" is an amusing discussion of how Rodriguez came to bring his own son into the movie, as well as his refusal to disclose the fate of Rebel's character. "Sickos, Bullets, and Explosions" takes a look at Terror's extensive special effects through interviews with stunt coordinator Jeff Dashnaw and members of the visual effects team, while "The Friend, The Doctor, and The Real Estate Agent" chats with three non-actors, all pals of Rodriguez, who wound up with small but significant roles in the picture. The Extended and Unrated aspect of the set is limited to a few extended scenes and extra splatter (sorry, the infamous "Missing Reel" is not recovered for this set), while Grindhouse fans bemoaning the absence of the film's hilarious faux trailers will appreciate the inclusion of Rodriguez's hilarious Machete spot, with Danny Trejo as a death-dealing, lady-loving tough guy gunning for double-crosser Fahey. The set also includes an "Audience Reaction" track: Essentially, it's a whole track of whoops and hollers that allows the viewer to "experience" the film as if they were watching it in an actual grindhouse from back in the day. Its inclusion neither adds to or detracts from enjoying this DVD, but it's wholly indicative of the level of fun Rodriguez had making the picture--and wants to share with his fans. -- Paul Gaita
A fun zombie film that busts at the seams with gross special effects amazing action and deliciously over-the-top moments as gun-legged cherry darling and one man wrecking crew el wray try to save the world from a horde of flesh-eating zombies.Studio: Genius Products IncRelease Date: 09/16/2008Starring: Rose McgowanRun time: 105 minutesRating: UrDirector: Quentin Tarantino
Amazon.com:
Loud, fast, and proudly out of control, Grindhouse is a tribute to the low-budget exploitation movies that lurked at drive-ins and inner city theaters in the '60s and early '70s. Writers/directors Quentin Tarantino (Kill Bill) and Robert Rodriguez (Sin City) cooked up this three-hour double feature as a way to pay homage to these films, and the end result manages to evoke the down-and-dirty vibe of the original films for an audience that may be too young to remember them. Rodriguez's Planet Terror is a rollicking horror/sci-fi/action piece about a plague outbreak that turns citizens into cannibalistic murderers; it's heavy on the gore and explosions but also features a terrific cast of A players (Freddy Rodriguez, Naveen Andrews, Marley Shelton) and B-movie vets (Michael Biehn, Jeff Fahey, Tom Savini) and the indelible image of Rose McGowan as a stripper whose torn-off leg is replaced by a high-powered machine gun.
If Tarantino's feature was a nod to the moody, genre-jumping exploitation of the early '70s, Rodriguez's contribution to the Grindhouse aesthetic pays tribute to the manic gorefests from Italy and the States in the early '80s. And much like the film itself, the supplemental features on Terror's double-disc Extended and Unrated presentation have a loose, action-packed and familial vibe that gives fans full access to Rodriguez's one-man-studio approach to moviemaking. The director is featured twice on audio tracks: first, on the feature commentary, which provides a fun tour through the picture's production (as well as information on the upcoming Grindhouse DVD set, which will reunite the two pictures in their theatrical format), and later on the "10-Minute Film School," a fascinating breakneck run through the numerous visual and CGI effects that produced the film's most eye-popping effects, including McGowan's leg/machine gun. Most of the extras echo Rodriguez's informative and entertaining vibe--two featurettes cover the picture's male and female cast (the former offers affectionate tributes to the exploitation vets in the company, including Biehn, Fahey, Michael Parks, and Savini), while "Casting Rebel" is an amusing discussion of how Rodriguez came to bring his own son into the movie, as well as his refusal to disclose the fate of Rebel's character. "Sickos, Bullets, and Explosions" takes a look at Terror's extensive special effects through interviews with stunt coordinator Jeff Dashnaw and members of the visual effects team, while "The Friend, The Doctor, and The Real Estate Agent" chats with three non-actors, all pals of Rodriguez, who wound up with small but significant roles in the picture. The Extended and Unrated aspect of the set is limited to a few extended scenes and extra splatter (sorry, the infamous "Missing Reel" is not recovered for this set), while Grindhouse fans bemoaning the absence of the film's hilarious faux trailers will appreciate the inclusion of Rodriguez's hilarious Machete spot, with Danny Trejo as a death-dealing, lady-loving tough guy gunning for double-crosser Fahey. The set also includes an "Audience Reaction" track: Essentially, it's a whole track of whoops and hollers that allows the viewer to "experience" the film as if they were watching it in an actual grindhouse from back in the day. Its inclusion neither adds to or detracts from enjoying this DVD, but it's wholly indicative of the level of fun Rodriguez had making the picture--and wants to share with his fans. -- Paul Gaita
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Customer Reviews
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Rating: 
- Film as pretentious garbage!
No value as entertainment. This tripe; and there is no better description I can give it, is devoid of humor, humanity, decency, and any other redeeming quality. Its' violence, both visually and verbally, is pornographic. Another example of the sickness that has penetrated this world of ours. I truly feel sorry for anyone who needs to watch this childish, mindless drivel to be entertained. The state of our arts is a reflection of the state of our minds and character. How sad and revealing that this ... Read More
Rating: 
- Looks Like A No Brainer
Words can barely express how much I love this movie. It has to be one of the best horror/zombie movies ever made. There isn't a bad performance in this movie, the blood and gore is over the top, and you will lose count of the hysterical one-liners throughout. One minute you're busting out laughing, the next you're watching a zombie rip someone's intestines out.
What I love about this movie is how honest it is. It doesn't try to be something it's not; it's not deep, philosophical, or thought ... Read More
Rating: - The BEST Zombie movie ever!!!
I loved this movie.I have a big collection of all types of movies and this one that I can watch again and again. It is pure genius.This movie is sexy, disgusting, funny and clever beyond words.
It has taken the Action Horror SciFi parody genre to new level.
I recommend you add this to your collection!
If you go to this blog you will find a ton of movie screen shots towards the bottom.
http://accelerate-the-world-i-live-in.blogspot.com/
Rating: - utilizing 'useless talents' . . .
Directors Robert Rodriguez and close friend Quentin Tarentino, conceived `Grindhouse' as a theatrical double feature salute to 70's exploitation cinema, featuring Rodriguez's film Planet Terror, and Tarentino's Death Proof.
Planet Terror is a fun, and campy romp, that even with some significant gaps in the plot, stays pretty much on track up to its explosive conclusion.It's a not unfamiliar story, where a chemical weapon produces horrific results, with a band of survivors battling to stay ... Read More
Rating: - "I'm going to eat yer brains and gain all yer knowledge." :)
As a zombie fan, Planet Terror exceeded by expectations and even brought back some nostaglia. Growing up on TNT's MONSTER VISION with Joe Bob Briggs and USA's Up ALL Night with that Rhonda whats-her-face, I was treated to the worst B-movies and heavily edited for TV movies than you can shake a stick at and Planet Terror would truly fit the bill for either show.
Filled with hilariously ridiculous moments and buckets (literally gallons in cases when someone getting machine-gunned to death) of gore ... Read More
- Film as pretentious garbage!No value as entertainment. This tripe; and there is no better description I can give it, is devoid of humor, humanity, decency, and any other redeeming quality. Its' violence, both visually and verbally, is pornographic. Another example of the sickness that has penetrated this world of ours. I truly feel sorry for anyone who needs to watch this childish, mindless drivel to be entertained. The state of our arts is a reflection of the state of our minds and character. How sad and revealing that this ... Read More
- Looks Like A No BrainerWords can barely express how much I love this movie. It has to be one of the best horror/zombie movies ever made. There isn't a bad performance in this movie, the blood and gore is over the top, and you will lose count of the hysterical one-liners throughout. One minute you're busting out laughing, the next you're watching a zombie rip someone's intestines out.
What I love about this movie is how honest it is. It doesn't try to be something it's not; it's not deep, philosophical, or thought ... Read More
- The BEST Zombie movie ever!!!I loved this movie.I have a big collection of all types of movies and this one that I can watch again and again. It is pure genius.This movie is sexy, disgusting, funny and clever beyond words.
It has taken the Action Horror SciFi parody genre to new level.
I recommend you add this to your collection!
If you go to this blog you will find a ton of movie screen shots towards the bottom.
http://accelerate-the-world-i-live-in.blogspot.com/
- utilizing 'useless talents' . . .Directors Robert Rodriguez and close friend Quentin Tarentino, conceived `Grindhouse' as a theatrical double feature salute to 70's exploitation cinema, featuring Rodriguez's film Planet Terror, and Tarentino's Death Proof.
Planet Terror is a fun, and campy romp, that even with some significant gaps in the plot, stays pretty much on track up to its explosive conclusion.It's a not unfamiliar story, where a chemical weapon produces horrific results, with a band of survivors battling to stay ... Read More
- "I'm going to eat yer brains and gain all yer knowledge." :)As a zombie fan, Planet Terror exceeded by expectations and even brought back some nostaglia. Growing up on TNT's MONSTER VISION with Joe Bob Briggs and USA's Up ALL Night with that Rhonda whats-her-face, I was treated to the worst B-movies and heavily edited for TV movies than you can shake a stick at and Planet Terror would truly fit the bill for either show.
Filled with hilariously ridiculous moments and buckets (literally gallons in cases when someone getting machine-gunned to death) of gore ... Read More
