Melvin

Bullies, Nerds, And Zombie Mayhem--A Campy Horror Film That Sometimes Struggles To Find The Right Balance
I had high hopes going into 2009's "Melvin" which I had never heard of before. The DVD release has a absurdly funny introduction from the estimable Lloyd Kaufman, who for 40 years with Troma has redefined true independent cinema as well as made bad movie magic! Kaufman, who also has a funny cameo in the film, is a tastemaker I can stand behind--so his stamp of approval goes a long way with me. I know there will be a contingent of viewers who proclaim this film a cult masterwork. There will also be those that detest it for its low budget origins and amateurish feel. In truth, "Melvin" is neither the best in its class nor an outright disaster. If you enjoy bad movie mayhem and copious splatter effects, then this might make for a pleasant evening. At times silly, overwrought, overacted and underacted at the same time--the film's second half has a relentless pacing that makes up for some of its earlier shortcomings. There are moments of inspiration interspersed within the film,...

Zombies have feelings too!!!
I enjoy a good zombie movie and "Melvin" is just that! Melvin Purvis, a Super Nerd if you will, is bullied in school by everyone, from the jocks to the cheerleaders. He takes it all in stride until one day a joke goes bad and Melvin is accidentally killed. Three years later he comes back from the dead and enlists the help of another not so hip college student, Norton Pincus. Norton at first is unwilling to help but eventually the nerdy duo go on a gory killing spree to take revenge on Melvin's killers!

This is a fun movie full of heart. Well produced with lots of very creative special effects and cool looking zombies. The many one liners will keep you chuckling to yourself throughout the flick. Well written and superbly shot, you'll forget that "Melvin" is indeed a low budget film. I enjoyed watching the extras too which include some behind the scenes video and a fake trailer for a movie within the movie called "Night of the Driller".

The cast was full of top...

Retardedly Awesome
This is classic cheesy horror. Plus it gives you a great look at what can be done with virtually no budget. Melvin makes all the right moves and nails the genre. A must see for horror fans.

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