The Banana Splits Movie [Blu-ray] [2019]

I liked the movie. What I mean by TV movie is low-ish budget, not the best acting, and a kinda dumb plot. Unfortunately, Horror movies in general suffer from those three issues anyway. The thing that stands out to me is the blood and gore effects. They used a lot of real props and practical effects, and the manner in which kills are set up are fun. I was wavering between like 3 - 3.5 stars, but you can't really give half stars on Amazon... Right now I'm feeling a tad generous, So... 4 Stars. I was initially hesitant on giving a review, but as there is only One review of someone who actually saw the movie, I feel the need to contribute. Hope more people give honest reviews, as the remaining reviews are written prior to the movie's digital release.

This was certainly not the best movie I’ve ever seen. But it wasn’t the worst either. As someone who often enjoys “bad” movies ... I wouldn’t even really put it in that category. The people who made this obviously loved the Banana Splits ... and they love horror. So they attempted to blend the two. It was at least entertaining ... and I will watch it again.

This movie is a campy throwback to the cheesy horror movies of the 70's and 80's. It takes our favorite and fun loving childhood friends the Banana Splits and turns them into killers. It is an interesting twist on the show and the characters.

So here you get the movie, a few short features, and a digital copy. Here's the kicker, this was on Syfy after the release (was it uncut?) hit stores. Also a bummer, no 4k UHD Blu-ray release but is available on VUDU digitally on 4k. I don't like paying $19.99 for a 4k digital only copy. Call me old fashioned but I like physical media. So how's the movie itself? Surprisingly pretty good. It might seem like a basic cable plot at first and there's no language but then comes the gore. It gives me a perverse thrill to see actual kids show characters who go psycho. I don't think others exactly need to follow suit but it's a novelty that works here. The gore is good, it's very gory and earns it's R. The horror fx are good. So if this sounds appealing to you, I give it a mild recommendation.

For a fan of the original show this may not be your horror film. But for old school props and bloody gore you may want to view this film for your own sake. The plot goes from kid friendly to family killings in small time frame I'd still recommend it though.