The Purge: Anarchy [Blu-ray]

Worth the money and so interesting! What a thriller.

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If you'd like to read more reviews head on over to: www.thescreencave.com____________________________________________________________It’s that time again where citizens of America must brace themselves for the New Founding Father’s annual tradition, the annual purge. Returning to direct is James DeMonaco who’s success from 2013′s hit was praised for an interesting concept that saw for one night out of the year, all crime is legal; including murder, and all emergency services would be suspended. This go around we see three sets of people who see themselves at the mercy of crazed citizens on the streets wanting to “unleash the beast” as they say. With the help of a vengeful father, Frank Grillo, he comes to their aide but only to set his sights on fulfilling his need by nights end.Going into The Purge: Anarchy I hoped the director would fix some of the narrative issues from the first film that explained more about how the night of the purge came to be. Also the pacing was a bit slow and part of it being that the movie took place inside a home that took a while before things started to happen. In Anarchy, it’s safe to say the pacing is much better due to the character development and careful set-up before the purge commences. There are moments when gangs pop up unexpectedly around the city that gives a sign of who to look out for. The atmosphere was better compared to the original film where the film rushed to get to the home with Ethan Hawke and his family that we didn’t get a chance to let things sink in.Seeing how the Sergeant (Frank Grillo) was going to participate in the purge to avenge his son’s death helped to show us a side we haven’t seen before. A disturbing idea that came out of the film was the idea of people voluntarily making themselves as martyrs to provide for their family. The mother and daughter, played by Carmen Ejogo and Zoe Soul, who’s father disliked the idea of the purge is an example of that. A resistance force was shown to oppose the purge that only bettered the wealthy while ridding of the poor. This is later explained into more detail as there needing to be a balance in the world. What the movie succeeds at is the expansion of the narrative by venturing into the ideas of faith, politics, and morality.Considering the intrigue of the movie’s premise, the more the film progresses the more disturbing it was to watch as it added social commentary. What it said about violence and wealth was that it was a driver towards controlling the people and having a need to reduce the population. Although the movie has an element of fantasy with science fiction, you almost come to understand why the purge is needed. By the films end, as the purge concludes, there is a countdown clock for the next upcoming purge night. As much relief people may have when the night is over and the sirens goes off, you can’t help but think that every second of every day that goes by you come one step closer to the next purge.The acting was mediocre to poor, as was with the last outing, that saw poor decisions by the characters that allowed for insanity to happen. Here is no different, except you may overlook some of their poor choices as they are covered up by entraining chases and shoot-outs. There is nothing more terrifying then a night of pent up rage that lets loose amongst cities around the country that is deemed legal. A character from the last film who was annoying to watch at sometimes is duplicated here with the daughter. Many times she put herself and the group in danger that only helped to see them get shot at or captured. Another problem is the government regulating fire arms when emergency services are shut down. We saw this in the last film but was never spoken about. Here, we see someone using a class 4 gun that is prohibited and is mentioned in some way.Overall, the movie is a step up in the right direction. The pacing helped to make the film more enjoyable to watch and not be refined inside of a home. Watching the Sergeant and his group run through the streets to avoid maniacs was fun and tense at times. There is even a surprise appearance in the film if you pay attention closely. From an acting and narrative stance, there are still things to be improved on but from what I’ve seen it works with some exceptions. If you have seen the first Purge and disliked it you may not like this film; however for those who like the concept but were disappointed last year, you may feel differently this time around. An intense thrill ride that won’t let up.

I have yet to see the "Original" The Purge but, the Theatrical trailer surprised meSo i figured why not throw my money to a Film that has no business being put out on a national level during the BOOM BOOM "Summer" Craze of Pure CGI Blockbusters (mostly focused on kids & teens) This is without a doubt Not A Summer Film!Film fans should support this little under-dog but, that's just my nutty opinion...The Film is simple take the formula of Classics such as Night of the Living Dead, Assault on Precinct 13, & The Warriorsa group of people must survive the night! with a lot of very deep social commentaryI must say i loved this film mostly cause Hollywood doesn't do stuff like this anymore! It's very much a throw back to the 70'sThe Cast is very good each performance "grounds" the film in realityFrank Grillo, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford, Kiele Sanchez, & Zoë Soul (these 5 were perfectly cast)as far as Frank Grillo Marvel/Disney cast him already as Frank Castle aka The Punisher he would Be the Best live action version of Frank Castle! There is a scene in The Purge: Anarchy with Frank sitting on his bed loading his guns (I swear they took this scene from a Punisher Panel couldn't tell you what issue but, i've seen it before!)Frank Grillo and Zoë Soul's chemistry/relationship is very interesting and adds a lot of heart and soul to the film. Actually all 5 characters are all "flushed" out and you actually care about all of them which helps the film too!The pacing is very good (It's like a hr 35min. give or take but, it flies i wish it was a bit longer!The story on the surface is simple like i said before but, trust me there is so much more going on (The message isn't Clear it's something you have to really take in and weigh all the messages throughout) It's really NOT a Black and white film it's brilliantThe fact you have this sociopath killing people wearing this very disturbing mask with GOD wrote on the top of the forehead is jarring! There is also some slick swerves in the story I actually didn't see coming.....Whatever you do don't read any reviews that have spoilersIf you like old school Gritty 70's film check it out (@ times it seems very much like a love letter to The Warriors)I hope it does good at the box office (so the actors get more attention and rolls) If there is a 3rd Purge put the story in Chicago or DetroitOverall it's a true "Surprise" I wish more films were like this 9.0/10I will without a doubt buy the BR maybe on release date (That depends on Extras) Hopefully there is a Director's Cut

This was the second Purge film. The cast is broken up into groups. There are the innocents Carmen Ejogo, Zoe Soul, Zach Gilford, Kiele Sanchez. There’s the warrior Frank Grillo. There are the lower and upper class who partake in the Purge for entertainment. Finally, Michael K. Williams is the revolutionary. It asks who can stay non-violent in such an environment and who will give into anger and revenge?Some parts use horror tropes like Ejogo falling down and not being able to get up when people are chasing her which is annoying. Other times it’s good like when Williams and his people show up to break up a party of the wealthy killing for money. They also hint that the Purge is part of a dark government program but never go into it enough because the main focus is just innocent people being hunted down. It’s not bad for what it is but I still don’t see the big draw of the Purge franchise.

Much better than the overly politicized election year.

Crime in 'America' remains at an all-time low as a result of the 'Founding-Fathers' permitting anannual permit on the 21st March -22nd March 7 p.m - 7 a.m when crime does not get punished,kill, steal, anything goes, 365 days crime undertaken in one-night - The Purge'If you are not participating, stay off the streets, remain at home, lock-down, if necessary protectyourself if you are able to do so.We follow young couple 'Shane' (Zach Gifford) and 'Liz' (Kiele Sanchez) who's car breaks downfar from safety prior to the 7 p.m lock-down, mother and 'Eva' (Carmen Ejogo) and daughter 'Cali'('Zoe Soul) who are snatched by a group of 'purge -thrill' seekers, and saved by ex-cop vigilante'Leo' (Frank Grillo)Trying to seek refuge 'Shane' and 'Eva' clambering into 'Leo's' car whilst he's busy saving motherand daughter, the five, now run, hide, and hope to be around at 7.01 a.m, though babysitting thefour wasn't really part of 'Leo's' agenda, he is seeking revenge for the death of his son.Together, can they survive the night ?The first in the series i feel was a far more tense affair, this though a little more predictable hasconsiderably more action in this kill or be killed tale played out on the city streets.Features -* Deleted Scenes* Behind the Anarchy

This is a slightly different animal to the first Purge film, it has a wider scope which brings an enjoyable new angle to proceedings which was quite refreshing.It's set in the same world of course and the uses the same set up - for one night a year (in the States obviously) there are no laws so the general public can loot, pillage, rape and murder to their hearts content. The politics of this are touched on but not massively explored - the film is of course more about the action and the thrill of the chase. Where the previous film went for home invasion horror this one takes things to the streets as we follow different characters with different back stories who are thrown together in the wild on this night.As they fight to stay alive we get a fun mash up of the likes of Assault on Precinct 13, Escape from New York and The Warriors. It's good stuff for the most part - the action is solid, the acting is decent, it's reasonably tense when it needs to be and gives the odd good jump along the way. The ensemble of characters works and creates new dynamics - muck like the Saw and Paranormal Activity franchises, this could run and run (for better or worse) as there's probably plenty of stories to tell in this world.

I thought the first movie was disappointing, but decided to give the follow up a chance and I'm glad I did. I really enjoyed this movie and the difference in it from the first one. There are aspects that make you want to slap some of the characters, but nothing is excessively unbelievable (not including The Purge scenario) the characters are for the most part likeable. The beginning is a little slow, but once it gets going it has a lot to say about life in the way of affluence vs the poor, the way people are treated etc. Social commentary aside, it's a great movie.

After watching The Purge, I was thrilled that The Purge: Anarchy was made.The first film was fantastic. Something new and gripping.I'd heard a few people saying the 2nd film wasn't as good. They couldn't be more wrong in my eyes. Because it took place mostly outside, unlike the 1st which took place in a house, it was much more tense and gripped me more.It's not very often I prefer the 2nd of a film, but on this occasion, this was definitely better.

Great movie. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. Frank Grillo makes for a believable action man in this bloody and entertaining movie.