Exploring the INTERZONE - part one


Movie Review


Introduction

The Interzone. On the surface, this is yet another low-budget Mad Max rip-off, set in a post-apocalyptic future, with a typically likable hero. Tempted by the possibility that this film might somehow be connected to the works of William S. Burroughs, I decided to watch it, simply going by the title. The experience was so shockingly devastating, that it has haunted me to this day. Therefore I must write this review, and share my experience. Consider it a cautionary tale.

So, you like Mad Max? Maybe even the post-apocalyptic genre is something that you hold dear? Has it reached the point where you actively seek out Italian camp-flicks, such as 2019: The New Barbarians? Well, probably not. But you really should, since that movie had a nice soundtrack, performed by one of the members of the cult-band Goblin.

Point is, that whoever you are, you'll probably regret watching this movie. Much like 2019: The New Barbarians, this film is strange, almost perverse. Interzone, however, takes this to higher levels. Is it intentionally humorous? Certainly. The problem is, that it's... disturbing. If you enjoy watching B-movies, you'll probably find some cheap laughs. It would be ill-adviced, though, as it would probably damage your mental well-being.


Chapter 1 - The joy of VHS trailers

Now, the trailers are excellent. Or rather, one of them is a lot more interesting than the actual film I'm reviewing. It's called ARENA, and judging by the trailer, it's a sci-fi flick with a kickass synth-laden soundtrack. There was also a trailer for some 80's sleazefest starring Kim Cattrall, but let's ignore that. I feel compelled to show you why ARENA seems like such an underrated classic, so the first chapter of this rather epic review, will simply contain images from this aesthetically pleasing trailer, with some appropriate commentary.



Now this is cool, I'm not sure what it is, but it's definitely cool.



Beastly atrocities!



High drama!



Holographic projections!



Weird science!



VICTORRRRY!





Alien races!



Evil guys in robes!





Arrogant jerks!



Stunning action!

Now if you weren't convinced by any of this, I don't know what to tell you. Stay tuned for chapter 2.

Song of the day: Ozric Tentacles - Moon's Up (unreleased)

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