T. P. Gratton

Yes and No., 10 Aug 2008

I'd disagree with the previous reviewer that this is "a more stripped down show yet again, very reminiscent of 'I'm Wide Awake it's Morning'." There are less of what I'd call simple yet profound songs, and more in your face, country music that almost makes you want to stand up and dance around in a big white tent. There's three of the former, at most.

I do agree with this fact though... 'Cape Canaveral' is simply stunning, and could literally make me cry. The last song too (Milk Thistle) is beautiful, and again really renders me speechless... And as Oberst blurts out "Up and Down" almost out of nowhere it's almost as if he's summing up the whole record. To me this is bitter sweet… Read more

Old, but not therefore a classic., 2 Aug 2008

*Incase people haven't seen this yet, I should explain that my review will probably reveal the plot and therefore ruin the film* (even more, if possible).

This is the most disappointed I've ever been by a film. The most mediocre film in 2004-2008 would beat this film hands down, with no sign of a chain saw.

Yes, I realise that in 30 years films and graphics have progressed a great deal. And it's maybe my own fault for having such high expectations. But first and foremost, there is absolutely no tension to the film. Within half an hour half the cast are dead, and pretty much by the same method. Who is this beast? Who cares, just some hermit in a hut and that's all you… Read more