This is the last film with River Phoenix. Meaning: as Phoenix died in 1993 and Dark Blood was only 80% shot, it took almost 19 years to get the material edited into the final cut. All scenes that haven't been shot are read as a voice-over by director George Sluizer over paused images. While that creates a distinct kind of movie experience, it doesn't seem to be something I'm very fond of. Of course, Dark Blood is a film that's all about Phoenix. Just like James Dean in 1955, Phoenix generated a cult following because of his untimely death. Mostly remembered for his roles in Stand by Me, Running on Empty, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and My Own Private Idaho, Phoenix never really had the chance to become the actor he could've been. That doesn't mean everything he did was pure genious though... In Dark Blood I'm just not feeling the Phoenix-vibe. Above all, it's quite a dull movie. Only recommended for those who want to see Phoenix shine one last time.
Today there was a one time showing at an arthouse near me called Het Ketelhuis in Amsterdam Westerpark, i am so glad that i could get a ticket :). The tone is very moody sometimes and brooding, it really reflects the feeling of being stranded in a dessert.
All the actors delivered great performances especially River Phoenix who was charming yet unpredictable and sometimes manic. The film was finished for around 70 to 80% and works for the most part, the director George Sluizer did a good job tying the loose parts together through voiceovers in his own voice.
As an extra George Sluizer himself appeared for a quick q&a with the audience and told more about this film, the history behind it, his relationship with River Phoenix and The other actors Judi Davis and Jonathan Pryce, and his career.
For those interested in seeing this film, George Sluizer also mentioned during the q&a that he is trying to give this a wider release, maybe even in the coming two months.
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Nightwalker
This is the last film with River Phoenix. Meaning: as Phoenix died in 1993 and Dark Blood was only 80% shot, it took almost 19 years to get the material edited into the final cut. All scenes that haven't been shot are read as a voice-over by director George Sluizer over paused images. While that creates a distinct kind of movie experience, it doesn't seem to be something I'm very fond of. Of course, Dark Blood is a film that's all about Phoenix. Just like James Dean in 1955, Phoenix generated a cult following because of his untimely death. Mostly remembered for his roles in Stand by Me, Running on Empty, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and My Own Private Idaho, Phoenix never really had the chance to become the actor he could've been. That doesn't mean everything he did was pure genious though... In Dark Blood I'm just not feeling the Phoenix-vibe. Above all, it's quite a dull movie. Only recommended for those who want to see Phoenix shine one last time.mrpinbert
Today there was a one time showing at an arthouse near me called Het Ketelhuis in Amsterdam Westerpark, i am so glad that i could get a ticket :). The tone is very moody sometimes and brooding, it really reflects the feeling of being stranded in a dessert.All the actors delivered great performances especially River Phoenix who was charming yet unpredictable and sometimes manic. The film was finished for around 70 to 80% and works for the most part, the director George Sluizer did a good job tying the loose parts together through voiceovers in his own voice.
As an extra George Sluizer himself appeared for a quick q&a with the audience and told more about this film, the history behind it, his relationship with River Phoenix and The other actors Judi Davis and Jonathan Pryce, and his career.
For those interested in seeing this film, George Sluizer also mentioned during the q&a that he is trying to give this a wider release, maybe even in the coming two months.
kartbok
Part 1: http://www.dailymotion.com/us/relevance/search/dark+blood/1#video=xx48xlPart 2: http://www.dailymotion.com/us/relevance/search/dark+blood/1#video=xx4arv
:)
Olli
anyone knows where i can watch it?