Skinned Deep, an American Slasher film written by Gabriel Bartalos and released in 2004 is highly recommended for fans who enjoy the genre horror. The Rockwell family get lost on the highway and winds ending up with an eccentric family due to. This household is made up one mother and her three sons who go by the names of Brain, Plates, and Surgeon General (Jason Dugre and Warwick Davis respectively) (Kurt Carley). As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that the family's members are engaged in illegal activities, and is an opportunity for the Rockwells. This revelation comes as no surprise.
Skinned Deep is an unforgettable horror flick due to its outrageous set pieces, the funny moments and its rapid-fire cutting. Its humor and pace that the film exhibited were praised by the writer for Variety, Dennis Harvey, who described the movie as "funny and inexplicably repetitive." It was however noted that Steve Barton of Dread Central gave the film 2.5 stars, noting the usage of old-fashioned cliches and boring narrative as factors behind his rating. Due to the effects, the visual that is reminiscent of the 1980sand its fast the pace, Ryan Larson of Bloody Disgusting declared it "one of the most completely bizarre horror films in the decade."
The poor budget that the film had was not going to deter Bartalos from creating a horror movie that was reminiscent of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre or The Hills Have Eyes. Instead, he improvised this slasher/science-fiction combo that is completely unintelligible as well as completely off the mark. The fact that Bartalos previously worked on effects of well-known horror movies like "Frankenhooker" and "Brain Damage" prior to working on "Skinned Deep" is proof of his love of the fantastical.
Skinned Deep is a good choice for those who are looking for something different to see, despite its low budget and outdated effects that might turn off some viewers. After the initial half hour, which feels like an exact copy of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre The film is then taken on some unexpected turns that make some of the greatest horror films from the 2000s. This helps the film earn its spot as one of its best films of the genre. This is a horror movie which will stay with you due to its unique tone and a bizarre ensemble that includes the eccentric plate-throwing maniac known as Plates and the Surgeon General.
The most talked about elements that are most well-known in Skinned Deep are the various creature design and effects put into use throughout the movie. Bartalos who works in the art of creating visual effects, conjures up an ensemble of strange and horrifyingly interesting individuals and then brings them to life. The characters, from the deadly plates that are thrown at you to the deadly Surgeon General, each possess distinct appearances and personalities, which reflect in their style of clothing. Incredibly effort was invested in both the makeup and clothes which is the main reason for the film's otherworldly atmosphere.
The film's use realistic effects, music in the 1980s and vibrant colors all make up the film's distinctive nostalgic atmosphere. In addition, while offering something new to the genre of horror It pays homage to certain of the most iconic films from the history of the subgenre.
While it is true that the plot has been done before the movie's execution is where the strengths of the film are. The viewers are continually on edge with the bartalos-created universe since it is both wild and a bit bizarre. There's not much time for you to relax between the numerous act of violence, mayhem and violence which will take place.
It's possible that no one will appreciate Skinned Deep. It's odd, mysterious and even strange at times. It's extremely bizarre. But, those who are interested in observing the kind of film that takes imaginative and risky decisions within the genre ought to consider giving it a shot. Skinned Deep is able to stand out among the other horror movies due to the fact that it is basing itself on an original concept and that Bartalos put (Decker Shado horror movie review) an emphasis on creating realistic effects.