Cinemaphobia (2009) Reviews

• Salty Video Review - 2009

  GlennTriggs2010-01-07

  ....CINEMAPHOBIA in its title really does stitch it all up into something of an event rather than a cheap horror film. Other referenced films even admitted by director/writer Glenn Triggs - 'The Breakfast Club' 'Halloween' (surprise surprise) and 'Suburbia' - these films - taken - become a mathematical equation of addition with the equals sign pointing straight to this film. The characters are really what makes this film. It is an ensemble piece, at first difficult to realize who the main characters are. Once the ball gets rolling though it doesn't stop. The antagonist in the film is a killer who reflects originality and mystery - the key word being 'reflects'. The film is full of friendships, close-ups, gore and a twist ending that echoes gasps from the audience members who didn't see it coming. Not something I myself, 42, would go out of my way to see. But admittedly, thoroughly enjoyed the ride.

• Independent delight!

  cinemaweddings2011-01-05

  In the great tradition of pop horror over the past 45 years 'Cinemaphobia' fits right next to Halloween and Scream with a Australian twang flare of humor which makes this a somewhat original sub-genre of it's own. 'Cinemaphobia' follows the relationships and shenanigans of a group of young people who have all gone along to view a horror movie marathon. What can be expected is a ravish of murder sequences, some incredibly slasher ridden - and others - not so great. Yet what stands out - and was maybe not so explored is the Killer, a new Killer - 'Mirrorface' - you guessed it, a man who wears a mirror on his face - revealing a 'faces of death' scenario to his victims. 'Mirrorface' stands out as the film greatest strength. And indeed, the music. Director Glenn Triggs's Halloween-esquire score evokes a midnight gloom and atmos-fear. Not the best film of 2010, but surely an entertaining piece of work for a film made for under $8,000. T.M. 2011