Review of Total Recall (1990) by Shane O — 24 Jan 2014
I put this on as something to watch in the background while I did homework, but once the action started, I couldn't stop watching. It's first-rate cheesy B-movie entertainment with hilarious Arnie acting and one-liners and over-the-top action sequences.
It's at times unintentionally funny and intentionally funny. The concept is really cool and had potential to be a mindtrip but the idea isn't really explored. The violence is excessive and gruesome for an action/sci-fi film, but I suppose not for a Paul Verhoeven film.
The special effects are impressive - especially the creepy, disturbing makeup effects. Definitely a fun movie.
This review of Total Recall (1990) was written by Shane O on 24 Jan 2014.
Total Recall has generally received positive reviews.
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