Skunkyrate Gripping story with well-crafted characters

ChicRawIdol A brilliant film that helped define a genre

Doomtomylo a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.

Kodie Bird True to its essence, the characters remain on the same line and manage to entertain the viewer, each highlighting their own distinctive qualities or touches.

StreetZips . I gave this film a go and was so disappointed. The acting is so bad it's cringe-worthy. You just can't settle into the story and take it seriously. It is almost like the film was made 20 years ago with some guys they just plucked off the street. Shame, because I like to support British films - but this one sucked. In all respects give give the film a go, but be warned.P.S. There also seem to be many fake reviews on Amazon giving it 4-5 stars, the accounts only review this one film - sounds like they tried to beef up the ratings because it is so bad. I have no idea what the budget was on this film but it was money down the drain.

thesar-2 I am not sure what the movie Axed was supposed to be. I mean, it starts off as a socially and relevant statement of layoffs and the pain associated with that. Then it shoots in multiple directions in 10 minutes and finally settles down to a fairly simple straight line of a horror film.OK. I'll concur, since the majority of the film is that straight-lined plot is the horror story, that's what this is meant to convey.There is a problem, uh, well, many problems, with the feature production. It's probably best to dive into the synopsis first:Man: Husband and Father, loses job and even though he's enormously abusive – both verbal and physically – toward his son, daughter and wife, he decides it's time to take a holiday to the middle of Nowhere, England. While there, his car breaks down, works and then is dead again, and the family sets up camp in a cottage as part of Daddy's "surprise" vacation.Well, his plan, as the title suggests, is to axe off his family and then die himself. All thanks to the layoff and maybe one other plot twist.I mentioned there was a problem, or a few. The kids and spouse might have come accustomed to his outraging and domineering personality, but when they notice a changeover from Angry Dad to Killer Dad, they had more than plenty of chances to escape. Naturally, they would have to save that for the climax (no real spoiler there – watch a horror movie or two before complaining to me) but it was utterly ridiculous that not one of the three "normal" family members don't take advantage of the 1,500 opportunities to flee.While that's weird, at least you can take in the crisp countryside cinematography. The movie was very nicely shot – the filmmakers knew what they were doing, but sadly didn't coordinate well with the writer.Luckily, in addition to the rich landscaping, the acting wasn't too bad and I did believe the character existed. It was just hard to believe they didn't react.But, then again, I've never been in this situation. So what do I know?Barely recommended – when your Netflix Queue is almost at its end of other horror recommendations.

soapdodgerz this film deals with a subject that make headlines every week sadly.but here it is dealt with darkly black humour.johnathon hansler does a great job as the head of the wendell family. a man who succumbs to the pressures of modern life after losing his job.he takes his family on what they think is an ideal weekend in the country. once there he begins his reign of terror upon his loved ones . the violent scenes could have been a bit more gory which would have added more humour to a grim situation.overall i enjoyed this film and the negative comments don't add up. what do you expect from a film called axed?the director shows real potential and i look forward to more films from him.

Hettie D Saw this at this year's Bram Stoker Film Festival where it played to a very receptive audience of horror movie fans and picked up the award for Best Screenplay. Works well as a disturbing psycho-drama based around a man who loses his job and then his mind, much to the increasing horror of his family.A great music score and moody cinematography helps to build the atmosphere.Jonathan Hansler is the true star of the show here, obviously relishing the dark humour of his part as the dejected father with one last project to manage up his sleeve. Well it's certainly one way to downsize!