Now who wouldn't want to watch a film with a title like that? We're in New York with an up-and-coming photographer but oh dear, what's going on in the underground? Don't be alarmed that Vinnie Jones is in this film, he has no lines and his haircut is possibly the scariest thing in the whole film. Just one thing that bugged me, the train in question is not actually the midnight train but more like the 1.50am train or something!Overall quite enjoyable but never going to make it into my top ten. Bonus points for the sheer volume of blood!
SECOND OPINION: As Rach says, the title makes this film a must see. It's up there with Lesbian Vampire Killers. Myself, I've not seen a decent Clive Barker film since the original Hellraiser. That said, I wasn't looking forward to Barker's Hellraiser remake...until I saw this film. Finally, after twenty two years, Clive Barker is being taken seriously again.
It's a small story about a photographer, who is challenged by a gallery owner to take his photography to the next level. Leaving the apartment at midnight he sets off for the subways, in time to snap a gang robbing a young girl. Great emotive photography, but when she disappears the next day, never to be seen again, he looks to his photos for clues. The more he investigates, the closer he gets. But to who and to what?
Half way though the movie certain plot points become clear. The revelations are disappointing, I'll be honest. By the end you'll doubtless feel the journey was more fun than the destination, but having said that, I was glad I'd worked out the direction the film was taking. It made the ending seem more acceptable. At the end of the day, it's a Clive Barker film, so you know what you're getting. Sick puppy violence and completely unbelievable. Damn good for all that.
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