Abertoir — A–Z of films

When it comes to action, the physical abilities of the cheerleaders make them genuinely scary predators.

Though essentially a familiar monster movie / survival horror story, Blood Glacier is so well put together that it feels fresh and punches well above its weight.

City Of The Living Dead lacks the sophistication of Fulci's later films about Hell, coming across as significantly more camp, but it still has plenty going for it.

There's still lots to appreciate here beyond its status as a historical artefact.

What James has tried to do is film a Hollywood Blockbuster on an independent British budget, and it shows.

A decidedly postmodern piece that nevertheless retains an emotional punch thanks to the sterling efforts of its two leads.

It’s really Lee’s performance which gives the film its soul.

There is a great story in here somewhere.. but the combination of the two narratives - presented as tonally and visually distinct from one another - does not entirely work.

For all that its often said "they don't make them like they used to" this is very, very close.

Although the editing sometimes jars, Fulci juggles smooth, elegant camera moves with nimble handheld work to get the balance of dramatic build-up and visceral action just right.