Every movie goer that loves the horror genre finds one of those films that they just cannot get their head around. Directed by Dan Beck, Eric E Poe, and Richard Tannar. Surprisingly, Mother Noose Presents was one of those films. There is a thin line between what is raunchy and sexy, all though some horror fans enjoy the lewdness and fetishism that is produced in these types of films. Mother Noose is a film that must be watched with an open mind and appreciation for what it is.
Mother Noose is a frightening anthology film that starts off with a quite interesting interpretation of Little Red Riding Hood and the big bad wolf. An anatomically correct big bad wolf has an extra special surprise waiting for Red. Mother Noose is the lead storyteller who is taunting her “victim” with stories out of her evil story book. There are a total of five tales or others’ misfortune told in the style of Mother Goose tales, with a twist:
A housewife nags her alcoholic husband till it drives him into contemplating the worst, only to have to live with the deadliest consequences.
Sinderella, a young girl who is continually bullied by her stepmother and stepsister until she is gifted a book from her father that catches the attention of a handsome demon.
The carnival in town and the owner displays his best show stopping act performance, the incredible Merrick. Subjected to horrendous torturous torment and pervious acts.
A mysterious woman attacks two men and a woman who are connected. Only to find out the real story and reasoning behind the gruesome killings.
Deep in the woods two women randomly meet, one with different intentions than the other. When a third character is added to the extracurricular activity, it turns into a bloody good time.
Mother Noose was fun, entertaining, and tickled the funny bone for an occasional laugh. Talk about Brothers Grim on a wild ride through an abyss of procreative giddiness. The main characters in each sequence were believable and fit their role. The music was almost hilarious in the best way, especially at the beginning. It was comparable to watching an old silent film with modern day visuals. For a $15k budget, there is some minor issues such as, rough quality of sound and a lack of creative and eye appealing visual effects. All though the film lacked in some ways, it has a limitless level of potential. If you’re a fan of 70s and 80s low budget flicks and Tales from the Crypt, there is no question you will fall in lust with Mother Noose Presents Once Upon a Nightmare.
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