Skinned Deep, an American Slasher film by Gabriel Bartalos and released in 2004 should be highly recommended to lovers that love the horror genre. The Rockwell family becomes lost on the highway and ends into a strange family due to. This family is comprised one mother and her three sons who are known as Brain, Plates, and Surgeon General (Jason Dugre and Warwick Davis respectively) (Kurt Carley). As the story unfolds it becomes clear that the family is involved in illegal activity and presents risks to the Rockwells. The revelation is no surprise.
Skinned Deep is an unforgettable horror film due to its extravagant set pieces, its humorous moments, and its quick-cutting. The wit and speed of the film was praised by the reviewer for Variety, Dennis Harvey, who described the movie as "funny and inexplicably repetitive." On the other hand, Steve Barton of Dread Central just gave the film 2.5 stars, pointing out its repetitive use of clichés that are no longer relevant and an uninspired narrative as reasons behind his decision to give it 2.5 stars. Due to its special effects, a style that evokes the 1980s, and its frantic rhythm, Ryan Larson of Bloody Disgusting identified it as "one one of the more completely crazy horror films that came out in the decade."
The slim budget that the film was made on was likely to hinder Bartalos from creating a horror film in the vein of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre or The Hills Have Eyes. Instead, he devised this slasher/science-fiction combo which is completely incomprehensible along with being totally off the mark. Bartalos's previously worked on the special effects for the well-known horror films like "Frankenhooker" and "Brain Damage" before working on "Skinned deep" is evidence of his love of the absurd.
Skinned Deep is a good film for horror enthusiasts who want something different to experience, despite the film's low budget and outdated effects which might put off certain viewers. After the initial half hour, which feels like an identical version of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre The film is then taken on some unexpected turns that make them one the most innovative horror films released in the 2000s. This makes the film more likely to earn its spot among the top films in the genre. This is a horror movie that you will remember due to its distinctive tone and unique ensemble, which includes the eccentric plate-throwing maniac known as Plates and the Surgeon (click now to see videos) General.
The most memorable aspects from Skinned Deep are the various creature styles and effects applied throughout the movie. Bartalos who works in the industry of visual effects, conjures up an ensemble of intriguing and bizarre individuals and then brings his creations to life. The characters, from the deadly plates that hurl food to the armed Surgeon General, each possess their own unique appearances and personalities, which reflect in their styles. It was a huge effort to create making-up and clothing, which is primarily responsible for the film's bizarre atmosphere.
The movie's use of realistic effects, music that was an influence of the 1980s and vibrant color palette all make up the film's distinctive nostalgia-inducing atmosphere. In addition, while creating something new in the horror genre, it pays tribute to some of the most iconic films of the subgenre's past.
Despite having a narrative that has been written before, the way in which the film is executed is where its strengths lie. The viewers are constantly on the edge of their seats by the universe created by Bartalos because it's both exciting and a bit bizarre. There will be little time for you to get your breath back between the many violent and chaotic events that are scheduled to take place.
Everyone might not appreciate Skinned Deep. It's creepy, odd and sometimes even bizarre at times. It's truly bizarre. But, those who are interested in watching one that takes innovative and risky decisions within the genre ought to at least take a look. Skinned Deep is able to stand out from the other horror films because it was basing itself on an original concept and also that Bartalos placed an emphasis on producing realistic effects.