Loaded Movies are movies that have been heavily influenced by other movies. The idea is to combine elements from other films to create a new and interesting movie. This can be done by using a different genre, or even combining several movies together. For example, we can combine a movie about a jazzman with a movie about a ghost.
Chasing Ghosts
The Chasing Ghosts movie isn’t your father’s popcorn-eating sitcom. The film follows an 11-year-old boy named Lucas (Toby Nichols) who loses his older brother to the evils of the internet. The film also stars the ingenious Walt Henderson (Jason Bateman), who discovers more is going on in the woods than he could have imagined. With an eye toward showcasing a little bit of the human condition, the film is a winner from start to finish.
The film’s creators have gone all-out to make it a fun and rewarding experience. This includes a dazzling score of special effects to go along with the story’s eerie tone. There’s also a slew of Apple product placement and other clever touches. The movie oohs and aahs the right way and makes for a pleasant afternoon with the kids.
Do Revenge
If you’re in the mood for a good dose of ’90s nostalgia, you’ll love Do Revenge. The Netflix original film is the latest entry in the teen movie canon and promises a little bit of everything. It’s a dark comedy that embraces female rage, but is also a bit of a cynical satire.
Do Revenge centers around two unlikely friends who join forces to take on a group of bullies at a prestigious prep school. The girls’ motivations for taking revenge are different, but they’re both in pursuit of the same goal.
“Do Revenge” stars Camila Mendes and Maya Hawke. The actresses have a nice range, from Anna Delvey-like charm to Stranger Things vibes. Their costumes are beautifully done. The pastel colors add to the film’s subtext.
A Jazzman’s Blues
“A Jazzman’s Blues” is a Netflix original from director Tyler Perry. The story follows the forbidden love between a young black man and a white woman. The characters of Bayou Boyd (Joshua Boone) and Leanne Jean Harper (Solea Pfeiffer) grow up in a small town outside of Hopewell, Georgia. The film begins in the late 1930s, and takes the couple from their teenage years to their mid-30s.
The romance isn’t the only thing that holds up in this film. It also addresses issues of racism, antisemitism, and addiction. It also offers a glimpse of the beauty of black experience in America.
In addition to the love story, the film explores the insidious effect of institutionalized racism in the south. It shows that while white politicians can use affirmative action to advance themselves, Black Americans are always under attack by racist politicians and their allies.
Toxic
The Toxic Avenger is a cult film series. While the first movie has been remade, the original is not for the faint of heart. The sequel, Toxic Avenger – Part III, is the weakest of the three. This is probably due to a combination of the lack of a big budget and the inability to shake off the shackles of the previous film. However, The Toxic Avenger still stands tall as the best of the bunch.
The movie also has a number of other accolades. The most notable is the presence of actress Rosamund Pike in the title role. The Toxic Avenger also boasts a healthy cast of supporting characters. This includes Martin Miller, the snarky and sexy janitor of the group, played by Macon Blair. The Toxic Avenger may be a tad over the top in the plot department, but it does the trick by providing a smattering of comic book action, sexy action and more sexy action.
Tatjana Krstevski’s “The Load”a
Tatjana Krstevski’s documentary The Load (Teret) is a film that’s akin to a war movie. It’s set during NATO bombings in Serbia in 1999.
This film is based on true events. The main character, truck driver Vlada, is assigned a difficult task. He must deliver a mysterious cargo to Belgrade. He’s unaware of what’s inside his truck. He has to avoid any traffic and all attention.
The movie’s cinematography is brilliant. There’s a stark, almost monochrome look to the film, and it’s shot in long, nonverbal takes. This is reminiscent of Godard’s short film Hello, Sarajevo. The resulting imagery is eerily beautiful.
It’s also an effective mood piece. The movie lacks a score, which creates a post-apocalyptic feeling. There’s no action-packed violence, but there’s always anxiety. This creates a resonant rhythm.
