Redeemer

[Drunk Monk]

This is the latest Marko Zaror, one of my fav martial arts stars now. It's packed with real horrorshow ultravi. Very satisfying. It really wants to be a Robert Rodriguez film with it's gritty portrayal of the South American drug world. But Zaror's native Chile is more lush than Rodriguez's sun-bleached Mexico, with cool seascapes and weatherworn ghettos covered in colorful graffiti. It feels more authentic than Rodriguez's Titty Twister bar, more original because how often do you see Chile in film? There's a strong Catholic theme, lots of crucifixes and pondering about divine justice, and that sort of works. It would have worked better with a stronger soundtrack, which started okay, but never went past two notes: a Giogio Moroder sound for the ponderous moments, and a kettle drum charge for the fights.

But still, it's all about the fights. Zaror is one of the leading choreographers going right now. The fights are merciless, witty and precise. Zaror has the body and the moves. He can catch great air for the flying kicks, roll well to nod to the MMA trend, and handle long complex sequences. Several dozen+ move sequences are shot with the camera actively circling around the fight, displaying a masterful command of action and cinematography. What I like most about Zaror is he throws feints well, which gives his choreographer a refreshing level of second intention.

I want Zaror's hoodies from this film. He lurks about in a cool jacket and shirt with super cool jedi hoods. More so, I want Zaror's build. He has built his body to go the distance. Alas, maybe next lifetime.

The best part is one of the main villains bears a strong resemblance to Scapino. He's the only white guy. The fights alone make this into a fine DOOM film. That sends it over the top. I noticed him in the trailer which I already posted here. His character is even more Scapino than his look.

Is that Scapino as the villain at 48 sec?

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When will Scapino start posting here again? Greg can you do something about that?

[Drunk Monk]

...the more I think this would be a great doom flick. We could make a fine drinking game out of watching that gringo villian and taking a shot each time he utters something scapinolike. They would be awesome, but not a gathering that any of us should try to drive home from.

[Dr. Ivor Yeti]

Holy crap! He really does look like Ken!

[Drunk Monk]

...when you see the character of this villain and what a caricature he is of scapino, you will be spitting your whiskey with laughter.

Great fight scenes. Great DOOM doppleganger. This film is a total DOOM flick.