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The Turkish film explosion in the 60s and early 70s netted a lot of sex, violence and some crazy knockoffs (they have their own version of Superman and in another movie they pit El Santo and Captain America against an evil Spider-Man). Deathless follows this template and draws its plot from the American serial, "Dr. Satan". It concerns the son of a costumed crime fighter named Copperhead who vows to crush an evil mastermind's criminal empire.

Dr. Satan, or as it's pronounced here, Dok-tor Schaten, looks like Gene Shallot on a bender and he's after... something. I was never really quiet clear on the details. All I knew was that he was bad, had a scheme that turned people into human bombs and that he owned a funny looking cardboard robot.

Aside from the Doc, there's the comic relief who, like most of the comedic relief in these B pictures, offers no relief what so ever. He mugs for the camera, ogles and slobbers over the ladies and dresses like Sherlock Holmes. Picture a horny Dropo from "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians" and you got this guy.

The hero Copperhead is actually a cop; his costume is of the Mexican wrestler variety. I don't see why he ever needed to don the costume; it didn't provide him with any special abilities or protection. He was on the case as an officer of the law and could have done everything he did in that capacity alone. Anyhoo - His fighting style involves him leaping at foes and then spinning, kicking and punching like mad. Actually the fight scenes aren't bad in Turkish cinema as these were true-life tough guys. They were street fighters, fearless and would do whatever it took to make a fight scene work. Many were very acrobatic as well.

The movie is rife with errors. As when Dok-tor Schaten straps an explosive to a detective, which also features a camera. This device is apparently imbued with magical qualities because when we are shown the Doctor looking at his screen, it seems he is able to see all kinds of viewpoints, even the back of the guy who has the camera strapped to his chest! (But he can't see Copperhead, who is sneaking up on the detective from behind?)

The filmmaker steals/uses a lot of familiar music: Lets see - I heard "Wichita Lineman". The "Pink Panther" theme, a piece from the James Bond film "On Her Majesties Secret Service" and in the goofiest thing I've ever seen, the song "Popcorn" plays as Copperhead suddenly grabs hold of the Sherlock doofus and balances him on his head. Seriously, for no reason what so ever the closing shot is off these two walking down the road, head to head.

This is pretty silly flick and will likely be of interest only to those intrepid B-Movie fans who fear no movie. There are loads of unintended laughs so that I was never bored. Deathless Devil is bad, but in a fun way.

Defendor
Reviewed on April 13th 2010

First-time Canadian director Peter Stebbings offers a low key look at what would happen if a regular Joe really did become a superhero. This idea has been done before with varying degrees of success (Hero at Large, Special and Dark Justice). And while Defendor doesn't click on all cylinders, it is still engaging enough and is boosted by a superb ensemble cast.

At the top of this actors list is Woody Harrelson as Arthur Poppington, a slow-witted flagman who finds purpose as Defendor, the costumed protector of Hamilton, Ontario. Arthur has his own base of operations and a combat vehicle (both borrowed from his job) and at night he duct tapes a silver "D" to his black turtleneck and scours the city looking for his nemeses, Captain Industry. Harrelson really brings Arthur to life – we witness his fears and frustrations, as well as his kind heart and dogged determination. Though there are laughs to be had in the performance (as when he does his "Batman" voice), this isn't a comedy and Arthur's dedication and sober outlook brings a welcome weight to the story.

Framing the first part of the picture are scenes with Arthur undergoing a psychiatric examination with a shrink played by Sandra Oh. He's been arrested for beating up a dry cleaner, the reason why he did this -as well as the main plotline- unfold via this session. These bits work nicely. Her growing sympathy, combined with several flashbacks to his childhood, not only flesh out Poppington's character, but got me to care for this troubled man.

Rounding out the cast is Kat Dennings as a crack smoking hooker who Arthur meets while tangling with her pimp, a crooked cop named Dooney (Elias Koteas) with connections to Captain Industry. Michael Carter is his best friend Paul and Clark Johnson plays a police captain, who Arthur views as a kind of "Commissioner Gordon". All of these people add much to the film – Carter's warmth and genuine concern for his friend kindled similar feeling in myself and drew me into story. Dooney’s confrontations added some black comedic relief. He's a wicked man, so it's fun watching him take the brunt of Arthur's fury (plus his incredulousness at Defendor's weaponry is a nice running gag). And Denning is simply a delightful actress on all phases. She is able to make Katerina more than the stereotypical "hooker with the heart of gold". She's snarky, but there's also a developing tenderness. She and Woody share a tight screen chemistry that was vital, if the ending was to have any success.

John Rowley's Superman-eqsue score is solid, and despite the limited budget, the film looks good. There's a message about the common man taking on the mantle of hero, which caused some thematic troubles. After all, Defendor's interference messed up a sting operation in a major way, which seems to contradict the moral presented at the end (should Arthur have helped, or let the cops do their jobs?) All told though, I enjoyed myself and was moved by the story and performances.

Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog
Reviewed on February 19th 2009

Joss Whedon hasn't had much luck getting a major Superhero film made. He's been attached to Iron Man, Batman and X-Men and when it seemed he had Wonder Woman in the bag, it was taken out of his hands. Stupid Hollywood, stupid, stupid Hollywood! Joss would be a natural (and an original) with this genre and Dr. Horrible proves it.

Written with his brothers Zack and Jed and Jed's fiancé Maurissa Tanchoroen, Joss's 43-minute musical super caper was created for the Internet during the writers strike and it's a hell of a lot of fun.

The premise is simple; it tells of Dr. Horrible (Neil Patrick Harris) who is looking to become a member of the "Evil League of Evil" - all he has to do first is execute an act of supreme badness. Unfortunately the job is botched due to the intervention of his arch-nemesis, Captain Hammer (Nathan Fillion). To make matters worse, Hammer starts dating Horrible's one true love, Penny (Felicia Day). The bad Doctor steels his resolve, plots against Hammer and hopes to win the girl. Will everything go according to plan?

The actors are a delight. Fillion is perfect as the shallow hero, Felicia Day is comes off a truly good and decent soul and Harris gives heart to his aspiring villain Dr. Horrible. There are also a number of colorful villains in cameos, the biggest belonging to Horribles pal Moist (Simon Helberg). The short film is funny, quirky and the music is catchy and nicely arranged and performed (I liked those harmonies). Harris has the best singing voice but they are all in fine form.

A DVD is available at Amazon.com and it features several extras including a musical commentary. The film itself can also be purchased and viewed online. Thumbs up Joss and company - I give this a strong seal of approval!

Doctor Strange (Made for TV Movie)
Originally Reviewed on August 14th 2008

Doctor Strange never was one of my favorite characters. His look wasn't original (He had Tony Stark's mustache and Reed Richard's white streaks) and aside from eating an occasional bowl of magically delicious Lucky Charms, I never was much into the occult.

It wasn't until Marvel released inexpensive paperback reprints of their classic comics that I discovered Strange's origins. And while I never became a fan I was enchanted by artist Steve Ditko's renderings of the spirit realm and the frightening pale figured named Nightmare who haunted the dream world astride a horse.

Nothing in writer/director Philip DeGuere's 1978 made for TV movie matches Ditko's vision (there's no Nightmare and the Astral plain is nowhere near as mind blowing), still Philip does his level best with his small budget and delivered an atmospheric and solidly told tale. There are differences between comic and movie. Strange is a psychiatric physician and not a surgeon who loses the use of his hands. The ancient is now an Englishman named Lindmer (John Mills) and Wong has all his hair! Apart from that the film stays true to the spirit of the source material.

Peter Hooten is a sturdy and caring Stephen Strange. Though his voice sounds dubbed (was it?) his likable personality as he discovers his new calling in life is a definite plus. Jessica Walter's cool resolve as the evil Morgan Le Fey is her best asset (a single look can chill your blood) as well as her greatest weakness (She can come off static and ineffectual), and it was nice to see Anne-Marie Martin (Billed as Eddie Benton) of "Sledge Hammer" fame playing the part of bedeviled love interest, Clea. oQue Trimmingsexystrippedmomanddaughter De Category Emak ~r AustinTxRealEstateBlog ~3 HS UunpFACw Handling Super Heroine Superhero Marathon C through Eh k q %D3%D7%B6%F9%D4%B0%B3%A4%B1%BE%C7%E5%B8%DF j %CB%D1%B8%E8%C7%FA+daughter%BF%AA%CD%B7 Handling Super Heroine fQue Trimmingsexystrippedmomanddaughter De Category Emak ~r AustinTxRealEstateBlog ~3 HS UunpFACw Handling Super Heroine Superhero Marathon C through Ep g Nudity Porn Handling Super Heroine 1336706606921_R