Review of Planet Terror (2007) by Jens S — 07 Feb 2017

Rodriguez' part of the Grindhouse feature is clearly set in his well known crazy universe, with many of his usual cast suspects returning. The movie takes the used look of the B-film rolls somewhat too far, even has an intentional missing reel at the most inconvenient time and quite a lot of color mishaps.

It also sets out to reach new records of disgusting scenes, breaking taboos by the minute: children shooting themselves in the head, (disturbingly hot) sex with one legged women, goo shooting from infection wounds and melting penises.

That's almost a little much to stomach, but always countered with a similar kind of humor already used in his "From Dusk Till Dawn". But especially compared to that movie "Planet Terror" can't entirely live up to, neither to the more amusing "Death Proof".

Still, there is plenty of fun to have with this film as well: It's nice to see Michael Biehn and Jeff Fahey again, there are some great lines and fun moves (especially by the wonderful Rose McGowan).

I can't really say I would blame people who find this too disgusting or silly, though. Not for everyone, but the fans get what they demand.