Hatchet III [Unrated] [Director's Cut] [Blu-ray] [2013]

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• Rated 4 out of 5 stars

  Hatchet: The Final Chapter

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  Let me get this point out, I loved the all three of the Hatchet movies. They have the feel of the slasher films of the 1980s, like Friday the 13th, but do not ease up on the gore. This is great for any horror film fan. The first was the best, and like most sequels, quality corrodes over time. This film might be the weakest of the three, but it still is a good conclusion to a throwback slasher series. This next paragraph may contain spoilers. SPOILER ALERT: This third installment begins where the second leaves off. Mary Beth (once again played by Danielle Harris) just finished killing Crowley. Despite shooting, smashing, chain sawing and scalping him, Crowley is destined to return to the physical state he was the night he died. Mary Beth walks into police station, which is still getting over Mardi gras, only to cause more problems. They think she is caused the murders and hold her prisoner. Meanwhile the police arrive to Honey Island swamp to find out the legend of Victor Crowley is all too real. ----END OF SPOILERS. My favorite part of the movie is the comedic relief provided by horror icon Sid Haig. While many might construe it as offensive, I thought it was very affective device to bring relevant comic relief. Another part I really enjoyed was the fight scene between Kane Hodder and Derek Mears, in a "Jason Voorhees" vs. "Jason Voorhees". The duration and outcome of which might surprise some viewers. There are also many surprises in casting that would surprise many of the fans of the series. Of course this movie will not win any Academy Awards, and is not meant to. It is a simple and fun movie with creative kills and a lot of blood. It is a shame that Adam Green would not direct the film, but he was supposedly very involved in the filmmaking process. Overall, I would recommend this to any horror fan. But beware to enjoy this movie you must view the other Hatchet films first!

  This review is from Hatchet III [Unrated] [Director's Cut] [DVD] [2013]

  Posted 12 years ago by YANKEESFAN914

• Rated 4 out of 5 stars

  Over the top b-movie horror film

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  If you've seen the other Hatchet films then this is worth a look. If you haven't, but you are into b-movie horror, give the hatchet series a try

  Posted 6 years ago by BBandTB

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  "Final" entry is as good as the rest

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  If you're familiar with the Hatchet series, but were somehow worried that Adam Green stepping away from directing duties would downgrade it... Don't worry. His handpicked successor, as well as his involvement, gave the initial trilogy it's wonderful ending. (In fact, this may be my favorite in the entire series). The ending film in the initial trilogy (a 4th film, Victor Crowley, arrived recently) pulls out all the stops, involving Crowley, the police, AND a SWAT team called in for backup. The homages and love for old horror icons continues- Caroline Williams, ("Stretch" Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2,) Sid Haig, (Galaxy of Terror, House of 1000 Corpses,) and Zach Galligan (Gremlins, Waxwork) all play memorable or major roles, and Adam Green himself features in a couple funny scenes. The entire Hatchet series is a bloody (VERY) bloody mess filled with memorable, over the top kills, meta awareness, amazing roles & cameos by the actors & actresses that helped define the slasher & gory good times of the 80s, and a recurring joke in all three (AND 4th, going outside the original trilogy,) that can only be appreciated by seeing them all. Despite Green's departure (as director) in this 3rd film, which caused so much concern, his involvement shines through, all while giving that OT a very proper, spectacular conclusion that may even outdo the two predecessors. It's a must own at an incredible value. Now, if you're a horror fan that's unfamiliar with the Hatchet series, there's two things to say: 1- shame on you, and 2- rectify it now.

  Posted 7 years ago by doc8998