Them (a.k.a. Ils)
by David Moreau, Xavier Palud
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Actor: Michael Cohen, Olivia BonamyDirector: David Moreau, Xavier Palud
Brand: MPI
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: French (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0; English (Subtitled)
Format: Anamorphic, Color, NTSC, Subtitled
Picture Format: 2.35:1
Running Time: 77 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-03-25
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Studio: Dark Sky Films
DVD Reviews of Them (a.k.a. Ils)
DVD Review: Creepy French import by way of Romania
Summary: 5 Stars
If it is, in fact, true that Them is based on an actual events and that the culprits are those mentioned in the film, then this has got to be one of the more disturbing films I've seen in quite some time. I rented Them without realizing that it was the basis for The Strangers, a film I saw last month and considered a highly effective and terrifying film about a sadistic and macabre home invasion at a secluded country house. The premise for both films is almost exactly the same, except for the actual characters and the location of the action (U.S. as opposed to Romania). Whereas The Strangers is more brutal and ominous, Them is a bit more restrained and economical, it's running time about 1 hour 15 minutes. The tormentors are barely seen; they are but footsteps, fleeting silhouettes and blink-of-an-eye apparitions down long corridors. This is highly effective direction and works to the films advantage, especially when the viewer is finally allowed to see who the perpetrators are and left to assume the possible reasons for this ruthless act of torture. The actors are superb, their terror almost palpable. There's some visual ambiguity designed to trick the viewer through the eyes of the protagonist and they work especially well. The director knows only to well how to set a mood of hold-your-breath tension. An enormous country house in which only two people live, offers an extra large canvas on which to project a threat around every corners and in every doorway and he takes full advantage and delivers the goods with extreme assurance. Both Them and The Strangers creeped me out something awful, so I recommend both. DVD Review: Yes a French Horror Film!
Summary: 4 Stars
A French horror film? yes it's true. In the spirit of classics like " The Devil Times Five " this was based on a true case. No spoilers here other than to say don't let the sub-titles scare you off, the dialog is not distracting and easy to follow, and it's worth getting to the end to see the unsettling climax. Part horror part social commentary you won't look at any teenage slacker wearing a " hoodie " the same ever, worth a check.DVD Review: Intense, and Scarry
Summary: 5 Stars
very creepy and scarry movie, that gets you caught up..I was so into this movie I thought it was me....very scarry, and the ending will leave you breathless. One of the best suspense thrillers ....in 2007DVD Review: Tense Suspense
Summary: 5 Stars
This is another masterpiece from our French talented directors. This, from what I understand from researching, is based on a terrible ordeal inflicted on an Austrian couple. Another film to watch, also rumored to be based on same Austrian couple, is FUNNY GAMES. Violence is all to real. They key to get to understanding the movie(s) and what we read is to put ourselves into what we see and hear. What if it was you? What would you do? Honestly, how would you handle yourself and those you care for in a similar situation? If you think it can never happen to you, just skip these types of movies because...hey it will never happen to you...right. DVD Review: A nice diversion from the ordinary
Summary: 4 Stars
Them is a unique thriller (not horror) in that it relies only on suspense and tension to set its mood. It begins with a very well staged scene between a mother and daugther as they meet their demise at the hands of an unseen tormentor. We are then introduced to a happy couple who live in a large, isolated home that will ultimately offer them little security. Throughout the film, they are slowly terrorized by unseen forces intent on creating fear and uncertainty in the minds of the couple. The film is fairly short, has minimal dialogue, and depends on taut camera work, quick glimpses, and our primal fear of being stalked. There is no gore, no external characters, and no need for any special effects. Its greatest asset is the unseen, and it works very well until the end of the movie and the antagonists are revealed. There is also a scene that closes the film that may be the most horrific of all as the chase winds down, but that you'll need to discover for yourself. Overall, a very effective barebones thriller that works like a late night page turner that you cannot put down.
Description of Them (a.k.a. Ils)
The Film That Terrified Europe Has Come To AmericaA young couple lead a happy quiet life in the countryside. But little do they know they're being surrounded. When night falls the couple will come face to face with THEM. They are everywhere even in their home. Who are they? What do they want? The answers will take them to the very limits of fear itself."Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: ACTION/ADVENTURE/THRILLERS UPC: 030306814193 Manufacturer No: DVD8141French DVDs
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