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Post #1438088

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Vultural
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A few reviews . . (film or TV)
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2-Jul-2021, 12:07 PM

The Devil’s Rock - 2011 - 6/10

World War II, just before D-Day, two New Zealand commandos kayak to Forau, in the Channel Islands, to sabotage Nazi gun emplacements.
They hear female wailing and whimpering, and drop the mission to investigate.
After tiptoeing through endless corridors, they encounter blood splattered walls, gory entrails, slain German soldiers.
Naturally, they proceed. After all, a damsel needs rescuing.
Pocket thriller that, despite low budget, looks fine. Decent acting, as well.
Film is of two halves, however.
First part, clues lead to mystery, anxiety approaches dread.
Second part is stagey. Seriously, it feels like an off-Broadway or outer London play. Too much dialogue.
Brainy rather than gut piercing. Still, a nice little flick, especially for indie buffs.