Review of Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008) by Chris W — 23 Feb 2011

I expected this film to be just completely downright awful and having no redeeming qualities. And yes, while it really isn't that great of a movie, it is somehow still sort of watchable and entertaining despite it's repulsiveness. If youy don't like gore, skip this. If you don't like musicals, skip this, if you don't like rock operas, well, it's kinda like the last one: skip it. If you want something that is odd, unique, and creative, then maybe give this one a watch.

The music, concept, execution, and performances are rough around the edges, but there was some thought put into things. Take it in a tongue and cheek kind of way, and you might find something groovy about it. I was drunk when I watched it, so that kind of added to the experience, but I'm sure it's still okay if you're sober...maybe. It probably depends on your general mindset anyway.

The cast is good, and, given what they have to work with, the end results could actually probably have been worse even though they aren't terrific to start with. I like that this was a mixture of live action, comic book, and just plain nuttiness. It's silly, but hey, offbeat isn't all that bad...not all the time. I do however wish that they would have cast Dani Filth as the Graverobber instead of Terrence Zdunich. Also, this wasn't quite as gory as I thought it was gonna be. Don't get me wrong: this movie is gross and disturbing, but it kinda holds back at times.

I did liek the costuems and set designs, but if you don't like the gotrh scene, you'll hate this one.

So yeah, this movie ain't great, but it's got it's moments.