Malatesta's Carnival of Blood
by Christopher Speeth
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Actor: Bill Preston, Daniel Dietrich, Herve de Villechaize, Janine Carazo, Lenny BakerDirector: Christopher Speeth
DVD: Region Code 1
Format: Color, Letterboxed, NTSC, Restored, Widescreen
Running Time: 78 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2003-09-20
Studio: Windmill Films
DVD Reviews of Malatesta's Carnival of Blood
DVD Review: You too will wonder why
Summary: 1 Stars
I purchased this DVD for a long-time friend who was an extra - one of a number of zombie-ghouls - during the making of the film (~1973). Before sending it to my friend I watched it, since I'd never seen the finished product. Watching it was actually quite difficult, but not because of horror or gore, which was more often implied, and the "special effects" caused little reaction. It was difficult to get through because the film has very little discernible plot, an almost complete lack of continuity, and extremely limited productions value/s. Herve V. hardly appears in the film at all (I'm not complaining), but additional screen time for/by him would not, could not have improved the overall result. The friend for whom I purchased the DVD was amused to receive it, but doubted he would actually watch it, recalling the reaction of someone else who attended the "premiere", when the director, crew, cast, and invited friends were mingling in the lobby after the screening. Apparently no one had much to say, and the awkward near silence was broken by one viewer who asked the director the best-distilled response I can think of to this work: "Why?"
DVD Review: Filmed On Location in My Hometown
Summary: 2 Stars
This low, low-budget film was shot on location at Willow Grove Park in the early 1970's. The park was once a grand amusement park just outside Philadelphia. During its heyday, the park was a thriving landmark and was the summer home of John Phillip Susa. By the time this movie was shot at the park, it was a moribund fa?ade of its former glory. This just adds to the creepiness of the atmosphere of this film. I grew up in Willow Grove. The park was a large part of my childhood. I watched the film recognizing images of my feckless youth flicker by my eyes. If you grew up in the area and fondly remember Willow Grove Park, do your self a favor and seek out this film. It will give you a rush of memories. The park is now longer there. It is now a shopping mall that bears its name. DVD Review: Trippy 70s Horror
Summary: 4 Stars
A strange 70s horror title that I'd never heard of, "Malatesta's Carnival of Blood" is an ultra-low budget movie that makes the most of its cheesy sets. The carnival setting is perfect for such a weird story, and the film benefits from some clever ideas, like the zombies in the basement watching silent movies. Although the movie is cheap, cheap, cheap, it's still well worth seeing for the atmosphere and its unique trippy film making style. You won't see anything like this again!DVD Review: So bad, it's....bad
Summary: 1 Stars
I'm also a fan of low-budget, and B-flick flops, but this baby just didn't do anything for me. I was intrigued with the whole concept; a lost 70's thriller with little Herv, and some reviews praising this like it's a jewel of a flick. The story is just too incoherant for me. I couldn't wait to pop it out of the player, and get it to my used dvd guy. Hey, I respect anyone who likes it, but unfortunately for me, I found this to be unwatchable.DVD Review: I've never had as much fun at a Carnival as I did here!
Summary: 4 Stars
How can anyone be so low on this movie? This 70's drive-in flick is a gem that easily earns its place in horror film history. With wide angle views and a moody color palette, this film achieves an original feel that to me borders on modern art. The atmosphere is oppressive and dreamlike and the accompanying experimental soundtrack manages to reinforce the spookiness of the picture. Admittedly, there is a shortage of gore, but if you take a look at the outtakes, you wont be disappointed. (My guess is they cut some of it out to achieve a 70's R rating.) At times the story is hard to follow but MCOB was fascinating enough to hold my attention. Also, while Herve Villechaize does make limited appearances, his stature along with his thick french accent add to the bizarre nature of what I'd say is essential viewing for horror film fans.
Based in a carnival inhabited by ghouls, freaks and cannibals. A "normal" family moves to town and the question throughout is 'will they make it out in time?'
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