Stoned Gremlin Productions Presents: MIDNIGHT HEAT
"Midnight Heat" is a story of cops, hookers, killers, and pimps; all centered around one sleazy night in the late 1980's. A cocaine addicted homicide detective (Jake Norvell) is brought out of suspension in order to trail a local prostitute (Bianca Queen) who may become the next victim of The Scalper (Nick Foster), a serial killer who preys on the city's hookers. Meanwhile, her mentally unstable pimp (Brad Jones) attempts to get out of the business while finding it harder to protect his girls from both the killer and from an abusive rival pimp (Buford Stowers). Filmed and completed in 2007.
My intro for the film:
Again, it's worth noting that we tried very hard to make to vocals better than they were on youtube. It is much better than it ever was on youtube, but of course, we still couldn't get it perfect. If you still have problems watching the movie, we sincerely apologize.
My intro for the film:
Again, it's worth noting that we tried very hard to make to vocals better than they were on youtube. It is much better than it ever was on youtube, but of course, we still couldn't get it perfect. If you still have problems watching the movie, we sincerely apologize.
About to check this out Brad. I'll give a detailed critique later today, not that your frothing at the mouth to know the opinion of the peon masses. Haha.
Quick question: Does this have anything to do or was inspired by the Roger Watkins' porno also titled Midnight Heat? Roger's Corruption and American Babylon also come highly recommended.
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Brad...just how many times have you had Sarah killed either by your own hands or by your orders in your movies...im counting something like 3-4 now...
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I think the only one she's in where she doesn't get killed is Gameboys...well, at least not on screen. Now I'm not saying Scotty killed his ex before the Custer's Revenge party, I'm simply pointing out that there are a few scenes where he goes MIA and she's never seen again in the movie.
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She's the Sean Bean of Stoned Gremlin
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Too be fair to Brad, I think he kills himself just as often as he kills poor Sarah. At least in what I've seen. Freak Out, Paranoia, Hooker With a Heart of Gold (he dies twice!) and this. SO maybe he feels guilty about it?
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*SQUEE* I so can't wait to see this! Thank you for posting it Brad!
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Who's the kitteh on the couch? I thought it was Lloyd.
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He's mentioned previously that he has 2 'meeses'.....Lloyd is the bigger one. There's also a tuxedo cat that belongs to Jillian. :^)
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dude, that was really good! the acting was great and the characters were really cool.
i only have one nitpick though, there is a lot of background music and, while the majority of the time it does add a dramatic effect, it sometimes feels like theres some medly playing behind :L
but whatever, it was still a really entertaining film and im looking forward to the upcoming mini-series =)
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I agree with that nitpick. Way too many music cues. Still a solid exploitation flick, though.
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Wow, You actually use to make movies? I thought it was just your character. Can't wait to watch this.
Are any of your other movies up on this site?
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All of my movies are on the site. The others being "Freak Out," "Cheap," "Game Boys" and "The Hooker with a Heart of Gold."
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*SPOILERS*
This isn't the sort of movie I'd usually like, but I thought it was good. It was nice to see Brad in an antagonist role a bit more subtle than Steele in Hooker. I was genuinely shocked when he shot Sarah; I thought he'd just thrown the first girl into a sleeper hold for some reason. Unfortunately as my memory of 1987 is limited to the colour of my building blocks all I was thinking during most of this was 'This song was off the Vice City soundtrack'.
As for the sound issues, I didn't have a problem with it on earphones.
Also, I loved the shot on top of the carpark with the distant lightning off in the distance.
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Awesome. I'm so glad you were finally abled to put this up. Can't wait to watch it tonight!
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I really enjoyed this flick. Reminds me of Fear City
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This was awesome. Excellent. I <3 Jake
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This one was pretty awesome! I see why you like it so much. It kinda reminds me of Argento's Tenebrae when the killer gets murdered halfway trough and the main character takes his place.
If I have anything to nitpick I'd just say the volume of the soundtrack is a bit too high in some spots and makes it a bit hard to hear the dialogue. Considering the budget though I don't think there's anything else wrong with it. It was competently acted with a kickass plot. Good job man.
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Best. Shot-on-shiteo. Ever.
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This was good. The story was surprising and rather dark – pleasure to watch
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Just watched the whole movie. I'm really impressed, it has a real atmosphere to it. There were one or two flaws here and there but it was better than most movies that make it to major theatres nowadays. Did you wait for that thunderstorm to happen or did you just take advantage of the situation to film the roof scene? That was awesome! Great movie, for it's budget I'd give it a 5/5
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well done, it was weird seeing brad not as the snob lol, the lighting needed some work in places but its minor, my favorite scene was Donna's reaction to rick killing the pimp at the end also the soundtrack it awesome , if you could do a commentary keep on the good work
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Pretty good movie actually, the sound mixing was lackluster though, at certain points I had to go back because dialouge got difficult to hear when you got music playing.
Also some of the acting wasnt that good, but most actors were decent.
Its still your best movie, except for Hooker with a heart of gold.
You should make more feature films, especially nowadays when there actually exists decent cheap cameras.
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I'm a huge sucker for movies that take place in one night, allowing the city to be a major character. I really like what you did with this one. I hope you continue making movies in the future. Thought I heard you say you and your buddy, Ryan, are planning on making a sequel to Midnight Heat? If so, can't wait for that.
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I'm really looking forward to it. It's in pre-production now. Like the first one, I'll be writing it and directing it; and Ryan will be producing.
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Right on! Maybe with a little persuasion Ryan will allow you to use his Panasonic camera; the same one used to shoot Paranoia. That is, if you don't already own one. Best of luck.
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Love it, love the soundtrack!!
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Dude, this was a fucking masterpiece!
I mean, it's not my normal cup of tea (game boys would be more that blend) but this movie was fucking awesome.
I must admit, after seeing the trailers and waiting years I had my own expectations of what the movie was going to be. After the first half hour, my expectations were shattered and you lost me for a bit. But then you got me back, I don't know how.
The soundtrack listing was freaking perfect, although I would've prefered that sequence you timed "You Belong to the City" to be longer to fit the song, I was expecting almost a longer chase sequence which felt a bit cut down.
Jake was fantastic, Bianca was fantastic.
But I HAVE to ask. Bianca's tattoo on her back of Tux the Penguin. I freaking lost it when I saw that tattoo. Was that a real tattoo or did you guys add that to her as a joke? I mean seriously, no prostitute in a million years will have a tattoo of the Linux Penguin, but it was great seeing that (and it is a movie, reality be damned).
I'm going to probably be watching this as much as I watched Game Boys and show it to as many people as I can.
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Dude, this was amazing! It was every bit the homage to '80's sleaze that you promised it would be! Dare I say, its better than Vice Squad
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Now this was good, quite good in fact. I would have to say this is right up there with "Game Boys", which was more up my alley than "Freak Out" or "Cheap". Can't wait to see the sequel, since I have yet to be disappointed by one of your guys' films. Now to watch this one drunk...
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I'm unlucky when it comes to 80's crime sleaze. Back, years ago when I didn't know that DVD's had region codes, I bought Vice Squad off of eBay. Naturally I was pumped to watch it when it arrived. After fumbling with trying to get the plastic wrap off, I finally got it off, only the DVD case wouldn't open, it had further plastic stick sealing at the case's top. Unfortunately, instead of just pulling clean off as they usually do, this one was stubborn and refused to come off, I only just managed to get it off without scarring the case. And when that was over I finally put the DVD in my player, so eager for the film...and then I was greeted with, WRONG REGION CODE. WILL NOT PLAY.
And most other 80's sleaze films, from Fear City to The Exterminator and Savage Streets aren't available via eBay (I don't know about anywhere else) in Region 4!
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Sweet! It's finally up! I'll let you know what I think in the morning.
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I'm a tad too young to have a soft spot for 80's sleaze. I really loved the soundtrack though. The move was good as well. Very enjoyable to watch, I like the difference (and clear skill increase) in watching this and Hooker with a Heart of Gold. Seeing a director's earlier work is always interesting, at least to me.
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Brad, I want you to know I hooked up my VCR and put this movie on a VHS tape.
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You were right, man. Jake was totally on fire in this'un. You made an awesome performance out of the whole breaking point deal too, though.
I ain't going to fuck with it on a technical level either, as you folks were working with what you could get at the time and all that. If it's well-written, well-acted, and able to get my emotional investment, I'm happy.
And I was very happy.
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They killed the Cinema Snob! Those Bastards! Hehe
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wow, I really like this one. The soundtrack was great, it was everything that plays at my job. hahha
Jake is awesome!!
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Blue Steel meets Taxi Driver. Bravo!
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My Review of the film:
http://trevor-trevs.blogspot.com/2011/07/midnight-heat.html
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Aside from the audio issues that Brad mentioned this was really good. I loved the music and Jake, well Jake was just awesome. I'm really hoping for a commentary on this one.
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Sweet Finally can watch Midnight Heat missed it on You Tube when it was there. This is the last film of yours I have to see.
My wife is already sick of me watching Paranoia. Only Because she won't sit down and watch it with me she would be right into it if she did.
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liked it
ESPECIALLY the use of tonnes of 80ies music. Well done. Loved it.
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My copy of Paranoia just came in the mail yesterday, and now this is online. Will try and review them both ASAP (have been quite busy as of late, so might take a little longer than usual).
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I just finished the film, and hell, for even being four years old, It's a REALLY damn good film to sit through! You guys played your parts really well, and what I love the most, was the atmospheric lighting, no added effects, just a camcorder and maybe a microphone (idk for sure about the latter) but regardless. Great job, guys!
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Will soon get a review of this up on my blog!
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I notice you use the word cunt in each of your movies one time. Did you impose a one cunt limit?
This is good, not great. I would say I prefer Freak Out to Midnight Heat. One of the stand-out actors in my eyes is the first hooker that gets murdered, she sells her performance really well and has the atmosphere of being a whore...which is a hard compliment to give without sounding like a pig. Though a lot of other actors seemed kinda stiff. I would just advise filming from a different angle where it's easier to cut and edit if someone flubs a line or you can hear shit in the background or something. It's not easy to film a back and forth between two people in one take and have it hit all the right notes. There also needs to be a rise of intensity, some of the moments that were more intense seemed more played for laughs like the scene with Jake threatening the lady in the car. However don't think I'm saying this about your work now. I'm only judging Midnight Heat on its own merits and I think that's how all movies should be judged. I know this was made a while ago but I felt I should at least be honest. Keep doing your films though son, if nothing else the story keeps people invested. You have a knack for storytelling above all else.
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This movie was filmed like 6 years ago. It's kinda pointless to give Brad technical advice on this as he seems to have gotten better.
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Awesome movie Brad! I can see why you feel so strongly about this one. It's got some great atmosphere to it and I was genuinely surprised at the direction your character took. The rest of the cast were fine as well, and special mention must go to Jake. You weren't kidding in the intro!
I'd be interested to hear a commentary for this, if you plan on recording one. Thanks for sharing this with us!
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I came into this expecting not to like it, since these sorts of movies never really interested me. Though you were in it and you gave it very high recommendation. Until now the only movie I'd seen you in was Paranoia (incredible work on that by the way!)
Though I was quite mistaken! That pretty boy you got to play the Scalper was great, he really sold the part. Donna, Rick, and Martin were all enjoyable characters, you could see layers and depth to their characters and the reasoning for Martin's break comes off as very well thought out, especially since you have other characters explaining the circumstances in details that doesn't sound like simple exposition.
And that rocking 80's soundtrack was great to bop my head and fingers t0 as the movie went on.
I think I'll watch a few of your other movies, since I can never get enough of your chosen cast.
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I have been wanting to see the entire film for the longest time. Thanks for finally putting it on your site. You have a talent in storytelling. The acting, writing, and music selection was great. I love Bianca Queen when she is in your films. Does she still act? If so, I would like to see her in some of your newer films.
Brad, Question...
Will ANY of your older films ever see a DVD release? Because I would really like to add them to my collection.
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The thing about that is, that Brad would have to change the soundtrack, because he has no rights to any of the music that he used in the film.
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This is probably, in my opinion, my second favorite film of yours. Freak Out's definitely number one, but man is this ever a close second. I thought most of the acting was on par if not better than some of the other films. I agree about the music cues being a bit too telegraphed as some have said. Jake definitely has the machismo to pull off the role, and even though I like Freak Out more, I think I prefer him as a leading man over Nick. As always, Brad and Sarah with the goods when it comes to acting. All the whores were good come to think of it, and no this won't be my last time today applauding a whores performance.
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nice, naturally it has the limits of a micro budget production, but it's still quite enjoyable, brad it's a damn good actor
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Not that she isn't still hot as hell, but this is by far the most gorgeous I have ever seen Sarah, period. You are one lucky man, you nerdy motherfucker Bryan lolz.
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I actually really liked this one, definitely more than Cheap (the only other of yours I have seen). Then again, you literally used THE best of the 80s on your soundtrack. You're pretty much making an argument for copyright. Without all the great works of these artists your movie would probably be hardly mediocre, as they contribute a huge deal to the style. I dug the lighting btw, despite what other people commented.
Soooo, Jake was basically playing himself then? ^^ Honestly, the three leads were great, although Bianca only got to shine towards the ending. The ending which I btw really didn't like. It felt very abrupt and the final "punchline" didn't work for me at all.
But the one scene on the rooftop was near perfect. Two disillusioned characters disgusted with the world and their lives discussing the most fucked up crimes society has to offer, the ironic contrast of Another Day in Paradise playing in the back and the thunderstorm brewing on the horizon. That was bloody perfect. There had to have been everything right for that shot.
So, when's the first TGWTG staff-member going to mockingly review one of your movies? Would definitely fit Phelous' or Lupa's shows...
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What's this, like, the 6th movie you've done now that's way better than Suburban Knights?
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I'm going to agree with a few other people that Freak Out is still my favorite of your movies. Not to say I didn't enjoy Midnight Heat; there is something special about all these films actually. But Freak Out just sticks with me for some reason.
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I really like what I've seen so far. Haven't been able to watch it all, but I intend to as soon as I can.
You ever thought about having the Cinema Snob review one of your movies? That actually might be kinda funny.
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As awesome as this is, are we going to hear your and your friends opinions on Harry Potter and Winnie the Pooh.
For the record, HP was awesome. Certainly worth the waiting in line for hours.
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1. This brings me happy joy joy feelings when I watched it. About 20 minutes in I settled down and started really watching it and I realized something. I am enjoying this. I am enjoying some movie that people put together.
2. Everyone wins with an 80's soundtrack. There are no losers.
3. Who wrote the fucking hookers dialogue, whoever you are I applaud you for making her extra whorey.
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I was really hoping for a soundtrack listing in the closing credits. There was a lot of awesome music in there. I had forgotten Glenn Frey had a solo career, until a couple of his songs popped up. Laura Branigan, Animotion, Pet Shop Boys, even Nicolette Larson - not a bad choice in the whole movie. C'mon, Brad, give us a list!
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The soundtrack was awesome and a great movie to boot. Even with such a low budget It came out fantastic. I liked this almost as much as Hooker with a heart of gold. Very entertaining piece of cinema and a movie I will recommend to others.
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I'm pretty sure you should have kept making movies, you could easily have eventually gotten to Hollywood.
I love the Snob as much as anyone else posting here presumably does, but imagine BRAD FUCKING JONES IN HOLLYWOOD.
As a side note, were you often teased as a child due to your initials?
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AWESOME!
You got the style down perfectly I felt like I was watching a real trashy 80s crime film on late night TV. I pretty much forgot I was watching an indie film on my computer that's only a few years old and stars one of my favourite internet reviewers.
The plot was great too. I loved all the little twists and really felt for the characters.
My only complaint was the ending. It needed more of an epilogue after Martin's death, and the coffee line didn't work for me.
I'm also really curious how you guys managed to put this film together, and I really hope you do a commentary for it.
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I just finished watching Midnight Heat and I must say I was very impressed. The only downside for me was your friend Jake's acting. He went a bit overboard with his acting in places and others he was just too stiff. Your acting, however, was just great. You reminded me of James Spader from Pretty In Pink. Was he the inspiration for your character? I'm not going to comment on the filming, editing, or anything like that because I know you don't have the great equipment some others have to make great quality filming. The audio was just fine with me, the only thing I can say is that the music should have been a step down below the voices, but other than that it was fine to my ears. Thanks for showing this movie. I had a great Midnight screening of the film. : )
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I see 3 problems with the movie. 1. It's light, 2. It is shot on shiteo. 3. obviously the audio. What to say... to a movie make it shot on video, it has to be really shocking, bizarre product of a twisted mind, has some crazy shit like having a tri or some shocking cruel story with violence and shit. It is really hard to a shot on shiteo grab your attention. I can see you kinda going for it sometimes but, it have to scary me, you know? it have to traumatize me to be a good bizarre underground movie. Anyway. I enjoyed watching it.
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Brad, I like the movie. But there are things that I have to criticize you, since you are a director and you should know it. The thing is the fights on the movie are so fake... The movie kinda getting closer to the action and then it comes and it brings it down, a lot. The punches, man, you have to punch the guy FOR REAL. Have you ever punched somone or got punched by somone on the face, Brad? Man, it hurts a bit, but that is it, no one is getting killed by a punch on a stage fight, worst case some bruises. And way to go! Punch on the face, some grappling slaming each other around breaking some furniture, making it real, wow, another movie. I think you have to know it is important since you are a director. The way the fight goes on this one looks not right... looks like it is a comedy, it is funny. best wishes
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I'm sure Brad will hop right into a time machine immediately and go back several years ago when this was made and tell himself that. If I'm going to try to give Brad tech advice, it will be for something new, not something he did 5 years ago and has since improved upon. Also, did you see his review with Obscurus Lupa? I think it's a safe bet that Brad has punched someone before.
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This was great, Jake is awesome as hell!
Can't wait for your next film or mini series Brad!
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Felt that I should dash off a quick note of strong praise for this movie. It's of the type they just don't make anymore, if they ever did. I think what impressed me most was the tone. I've never seen a movie, big budget or otherwise, that really nailed the feel of the time period it was meant to be a tribute to. THIS was what Grind house should have been; atmospheric, dialog driven and a ton of fun to watch. Really as I've gotten older I've lost a lot of my love for movies, and more often than not find it difficult to watch almost any film in one sitting. I watched this one beginning to end and enjoyed every minute of it. I thoroughly enjoyed the layered characters. Rick managed to be both cliché and yet completely original as the heavily flawed antihero, and the villain was very textured with an almost noble -in his mind, anyway- agenda. I see the old axiom a villain must never consider himself to be a villain was used brilliantly here. I found the lead actress to be extremely talented in a role not quite as glamorous but perhaps even more difficult than that of Rick or Martin.And of course, like everyone else, I loved the soundtrack. Mainly I just wanted to say this is the most Ive enjoyed a movie in a long time and I wanted to say thank you. Ive always felt Hollywood could be greatly improved by just allowing a talented writer/director to pursue their vision unobstructed. This movie is proof.
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Oh, and I loved Jake's last line, I don't see why the critisizm of it. If anything it was the shot of Bianca nodding sadly in answer I didn't particularly care for, but that's nit picking. I agree with the above post this flick puts Suburban Knights to shame... not to mention 95% of the big budget films I've seen of late. Would love to see you do another 80's homage if your ever so enclined... thanks again!
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Enjoyed the movie. While produced on a very small budget, I can say the music kicks ass even if it does go on a little too long in some scenes. Judging from the credits, I didn't know this was going to be a movie about Martin. Other than that, I had a great time watching it. Story, characters, and pacing were all top notch.
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Eighties darkpop, neon light, no lighting, claustrophobic filming, sleaze, sex, whores, I love it.
Brad, do you happen to know the WoD universe? Somehow, thats what I was reminded of.
In the way of "we are all going to hell, so lets make it a joyride"
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I liked it. There were problems, but those are easily overlooked once you've seen how far you've come as a film maker with hooker. Jake was excellent. A very good flick.
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Another great movie Brad. I always imagine that I would frame the shots differently, but I could never write a story like you do. Good story, great atmosphere, decent acting, and above all else amazing soundtrack! It just needs to be lowered some on the dialog scenes. Still fantastic work. Now off to watch 'Cheap' for the third time.
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loved every bit of this movie.
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Haha, its Dolewhite.
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1) I'm a sucker for 80's movies and I think this was the perfect ode to them. Dark, seedy flicks with lots of city shots and sick characters are like crack to me.
2)Why does Nick always end up with the God-awful parts? Does he volunteer or is it sheer coincidence. (Pedofile to corpse to serial killer, really?!?)
3)Attempted to do a little 'Fuck' drinking game as my friends and I watched this. We were close to hammered in half an hour. Especially when it was finish drink when it was used more than twice in a sentence. Not a wise choice.
4)Jake KILLED in this movie.
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I really liked this movie, the only problems I had where technical and I can get past those. All in all, I say it was well worth the time to see, more than 3 times over.
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This is my first 80's style sleazy thriller, and oh man, was it awesome! Jake got the performance down perfectly, making me really wonder if he actually was on something while filming to sell it.
Besides the shot-on-shitteo filming, the cinematography was awesome, and the story of the film was attention-catching. You're a really good writer, Brad, and I hope you guys come out with more films in the future.
This was an hour and a half well-spent, and I'd rather pay to see your movies than Transformers any day.
Though I find myself wondering two things watching this:
1) What Sarah did to you, since I've yet to see a movie where she doesn't die?
2) How are you so good at playing psychos? You play them like they were real people you could meet in a dark alley some night; at least that's how it feels to me.
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waited a long time to finally see this movie. it was everything i wanted it to be...
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I don't know if you'll ever read this Brad, but for my first comment on your site I felt compelled to say thank you. This and Paranoia have a solid spot on my top movies list. You're a really great actor man.
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this movie and cheap are my 2 favorites of yours the acting was damn good especially by you, Jake and the girls who played Nikki(who I thought was gorgeous) & Donna dave was awesome like he was in Cheap even though he was only in about 2 scenes anyway I'm about to watch this one again oh yeah and awesome score! loved the 80's soundtrack
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Rons trying to light the cig backwards
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You know, the production value isn't great, but the writing and the acting in this is fucking superb! You guys are some of the best indie filmmakers out there right now. Major props!
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Brad as always I love your soundtrack, but more importantly I really enjoyed the film. I just want to say thank you for doing what you guys do.
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Neon slime Rick.. we're nothing but fucking NEON SLIME!!!!
Haha well done. So melodramatic. I loved how the characters light up cigarettes at the most inopportune moments. Fun stuff!
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Alright Brad, I've gone outta my way to find the "Self Control" by Laura Branigan (which is my new favorite song of all time!) and I must say you totally got the mask idea for that music video, I caught ya!! lol but no worries I love the movie and I love the soundtrack more (no offense). With that said you totally got to write out the songs you put into the movie for I never knew how awesome the 80's where. Keep up the good work with the rest of your videos, I love em all. Thanks for reading yet another kiss ass comment
Sincerely
Your orginal fan boy, TC
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I've been waiting a long time to catch this - and Midnight Heat did not disappoint! Of course I'm an 80's geek so I was predestined to like this movie. Hope to see a commentary for this at some point.
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Nice shot on shitteo throwback from the great Brad Jones!
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I like your post, thank you for your sharing.
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This is such great stuff. Seen it 3 times already. What kind of video editing software do you use and which do you recommend for amateur film making? I would love your input!
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This was amazing, you and jake are awesome actors
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I really liked this movie Brad. I really can see why you love it so much. I did not really see Your character becoming the villian at all. I really feel this is a strong movie and being a man of the same movie taste as yourself I feel that this style of movie needs to come back. Gritty, great characters,unhinged story, dark setting ect. You know.. a movie for fucking Christ Sake, So Brad do me a favor and just keep doing what you are doing and I will continue to be a fan . Also really soundtrack aranggment, the songs even seemed to take a whole new meanning noe that I think of it.
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This is the first movie of yours that I've watched and I wasn't disappointed.
I will say that I couldn't really predict where the movie was going until about the last 20 minutes, which is refreshing.
I liked the sleaziness of the rival pimp, especially his dialogue about cheap cigars. Speaking of dialogue, probably the greatest bit of dialogue in terms of delivery and power were, oddly enough, The Scalper's last bits of dialogue before he died, when he was attempting to explain himself. His line about the hair was excellent. Nick really played him to perfection.
My favorite moment out of Martin was when he parted ways with the detective and, when the detective pieced everything together, Martin sort of turned back and gave this awesome villainous smirk to the camera.
The two major criticisms I have are that there aren't enough establishing shots. But that makes sense if you're trying to keep the illusion that the movie takes place in the 1980s. Too many establishing shots would expose too much of the modern city.
The other thing is that Martin's sister could have appeared, in some form, in Martin's earlier dream sequences. Maybe she did and I just missed it, but that seemed like a missed opportunity.
Otherwise, this was really enjoyable and the soundtrack kicked ass.
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great movie. the movie was really enjoyable and it had a nice sound track. some of the acting was stale and some of the effects were bad. but overall a great movie.
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Is there a reason why all your movies are about prostitutes?
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Only 2 of the 5 movies I directed revolved around prostitution.
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Is there a reason why all your movies are about prostitutes?
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Great movie Brad. I was really surprised by the story and performance. I give it four out of four.
I was watching your intro and your were saying that the movie was in vein to the exterminator.
Actually, I'm kinda waiting for you to do an exterminator or death wish 3 kind of movie. That be awesome if you do so.
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Wow Brad you were truly magnetic in this film! And the soundtrack was fucking rocking! Roll on part 2!
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This is now added to the List of some of my all-time favorites in Grindhouse flims.(So many to choose from,Reform school girls,Savage Streets,Exterminator,Etc,)
Good soundtrack(And I'm not a huge fan of 80's music)Great lines,and SLEAZY,Dark,Borderline Nasties-List worthy
Cinematogaphy and a Good story!
Nice Job,Brad.
BTW,did anyone else think of a Possible Brad and Jerrid episode when Jerrid left the room and Brad entered the scene Like a Half a beat later?
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That was pretty awesome. Bianca really is a great actress and this was one of my favorite performances by Brad. Martin's a bit more understated than your usual fare. Of all your movies, I'd have to say this and Cheap are my favorites. Well done sir.
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Awesome movie! More Jake please!
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Got your Ramrod on kinda fierce there Brad. This was pretty fucking good. I seriously need a shower because that was borderline Vice Squad grimy. Also Bianca. Just... Bianca. I seem to have lost my train of thought.
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I finally watched this and I must admit: This is a pretty impressive flick.
Loved Brads Jakes performance. The soundtrack was very neat too.
Just a bunch of fucking neon slime!
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Loved it. "Cheap" is still my favorite but I gotta say this was pretty damn good. Will we get to hear a commentary track to this any time soon? Perhaps one for "Hooker" and/or "Gameboys", too? If so, I look forward to them. Looking forward to "Lake City Blues" and "Class of '86" as well.
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Absolutely loved it. It's mostly horror films that do this; when a recognizable (mostly pop) song is used, usually for the purposes of creepiness. This picture did the equivalence of that with so many of the great soundtrack selections; I can't listen 'You Belong to the City' without thinking of hookers crying or being killed. Fantastic work.
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The best made of your movies, but my least favouite somehow, maybe it's just not my genre, the motives were more solid than I guessed at first but a lot of coincidences and is everyone in this town a killer?
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THIS MOVIE IS FUCKING AWESOME!!!
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By the way, I absolutely loved the soundtrack for this movie. Would it be possible if someone could post the list of songs featured in this movie so I could download them? If so, I would really, really appreciate it.
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Noticed a lot of people asking for the soundtrack. I got most of them, (missing four tracks. Two between the first and second song, one between 14 and 15 and one between 16 and 17) Anyway, hope what I have helps.
1 – Self Control – Laura Branigan
2 – White Wedding – Billy Idol
3 – Obsession – Animotion
4 – You Spin Me Around (Like A Record) – Dead or Alive
5 – Bette Davis Eyes – Kim Carnes
6 – Into The Groove – Madonna
7 – Drive – The Cars
8 – I Ran (So Far Away) – Flock of Seagulls
9 – Girls Just Want to Have Fun – Cyndi Lauper
10 – Lotta Love – Nicolette Larson
11 – Owner of a Lonely Heart – Yes
12 – The Warrior – Patty Smyth/Scandal
13 – West End Girls – Pet Shop Boys
14 – Another Day in Paradise – Phil Colins
15 – Turn Me Loose – Loverboy
16 – Little Lies – Fleetwood Mac
17 – Love is a Battlefield – Pat Benatar
18 – Shattered Dreams – Johnny Hates Jazz
Trust Me, I'm a OST Doctor
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I'm really happy I decided to watch this. The quality and sound was so-so, but I got passed it with the story and the music. From start to finish, it's enjoyable.
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I fucking loved this movie. The acting by Brad and Jake was awesome. I also liked the 80's soundtrack throughout. This was a great movie.
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