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Ink

Falcon1Falcon1 Elite Ranger
I came across an indie film called Ink at the weekend. Found it by accident really was just flicking through some trailers on my tv and pondered on loading one for the above mentiond sci-fi film. There was no description and the screenshot wasn't anything interesting but I was bored so thought what the hell. I am so glad I made that decision as I ended up watching what is the greatest indie film I have ever seen.

Ink really is a work of art. A lot of reviews mention its a bit like the Matrix which is true, it is, but on a different level. I also liken it to Donnie Darko as it has that eerie edge, with some very sinister, creepy moments. The script is superb, cast really good and the effects really suit the film. It apparently only cost $250k to make and if true it really shows up Hollywood with the millions they waste on trash pop-corn flicks (well we all know that anyway, but this film just reinforces this fact). Ink will leave you transfixed. It is a classic tale of light v dark, about loss, regret, remorse and the chance that forgiveness can lead to salvation, a chance to make up for wasted time and missed opportunities. Its deeply moving in places, very powerful and emotive with a poignant underlying message for us all.

Added to this is the score which is remarkable. Created by the director himself it matches the mood and pace of the film perfectly. Some wonderful piano pieces which form the main theme throughout the score. It's so good I bought it immediately on iTunes after watching the movie.

What is a travesty is that this film never got picked up so never got the theatrical release it deserved. As it is low budget there are a few niggles here & there but that's all really. A truly great find!

My favorite line is this:

[INDENT][I]They're all reactions! One thing begets the next. A man has a weakness, he's flawed. That flaw leads him to guilt. The guilt leads him to shame. The shame he compensates with pride and vanity. And when pride fails, despair takes over and they all lead to his destruction. It will become his fate... Something's gotta stop the flow. [/I][/INDENT]

Wow...

[url]http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1071804/[/url]

Comments

  • If there is one thing I dislike about movies, it is the horror element. The trailer gives me an impression that this movie indeed does have some similarities with horror movies genre...

    Please, correct me if I'm wrong. Otherwise I will need to let this one to slip out of my hands.
  • Falcon1Falcon1 Elite Ranger
    No I wouldn't say horror. There are moments which are sinister. Without giving away too much plot its about our dreams. The Storytellers give us our happy dreams and the Incubus give us our nightmares. Its about those 2 opposing sides. The Incubus are sinister and very creepy. And yes it does make you think twice when you go to sleep. But no I wouldn't think horror.
  • Falcon1Falcon1 Elite Ranger
    And just to add the music in the trailer (on IMDB) is music from the film, so gives you a flavor of what to expect.
  • MessiahMessiah Failed Experiment
    Oh. I thought youd gotten a tattoo..
  • Falcon1Falcon1 Elite Ranger
    Haa! Would have to be very very smashed to get a tat ;) Even then it would be very doubtful.

    Seriously though guys, its a great film. GO WATCH IT :) Its on Netflicks, apparently.
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