My thoughts on Hostel

Although this may sound disturbing, I actually enjoyed Eli Roth’s Hostel. I have to admit, however, I was fooled into thinking it was a true Quentin Tarantino film. I think that they used Tarantino’s name to market the movie, and it was certainly a smart move because I know that is what attracted many viewers. The first half of the movie, I believe, was unnecessary. I don’t think that the nudity was required to set the mood for the film, and it reminded me of Euro Trip for a while, until the three back-packers arrived in Slovakia, and that’s where it moved from a hard-to-watch-with-your-older-brother into a sketchy film. I could tell, by the acting, that it was definitely not a Quentin Tarantino work. The actors were awkward and the script was weak. However, the comic relief with the American “surgeon” showed that Quentin Tarantino took place in the film. I recommend seeing this movie, unless, of course, you have a weak stomach.



Candice