DJ Hound Dog (2003) User Reviews

Aaaaaagh, what the hell???

[Vyth · 10 November 2005]

This film was horrible... I really don't get it at all, why the raving about it?? what am I missing?? It's not like I'm an Action film fan or anything, I go Art-house over Hollywood 6 days outa 7, but this... Christ it was Garbage... The music was cool, yes, for now.. give it two years and it will sound terrible.. its just the nature of Dance music to do so... There was no acting and there was no plot.. Loser with no musical talent wants to be DJ, and somehow gets to sit down with a handful of A-list Dj's for beers and advice... There was no flow, just jumping from inexplicable encounter to inexplicable encounter, the Acting throughout was sub par for student work.. and the dialogue seemed to be all impromptu

SPOILER- At one point our main character is auditioning for a DJ spot at a club (looks like the Space Terrace Ibiza, but might be anywhere..) he plays an Elvis record... no beats layed on top.., no remix J-XL style just an old Elvis record.. and rather than boot his lame ass onto the street the promoter tells him he'll give him another try, but he's gotta update his style????? WTF

Garbage.. Avoid like the goddamn plague.

Not worth it...

[aerius-1 · 2/10 · 3 December 2005]

I can't believe this movie has gotten high ratings so far. This 'movie' has essentially no plot besides some aspiring DJ sleeping with hot chicks. Looking at hot chicks is a positive (if you are a guy - check out the ratings by demographics, skewed ya?), and you get to listen to some decent music if you are into that kind of thing. You can easily duplicate the entire experience by going to a club for 2 hours though, and it is the real thing.

The reason why I gave it a 2 (and not a 1) is that the 5 minutes or so of interviews was mildly entertaining and it was nice to put some faces to some of the more famous DJs around.

Don't waste your time.

[bazfloyd · 1/10 · 26 January 2021]

This was absolute garbage. Terrible acting, very little storyline, just nonsense really. If you're considering watching it, don't.

Way to go Johnson!

[changeyourstars · 7/10 · 4 November 2005]

I was expecting your average, been done before, hyped-up movie, but I did enjoy Hey DJ. It was different and enjoyable. I really enjoyed the eclectic cast. Every actor in the movie (and DJ), played their part well. I particularly enjoyed the smaller parts...the casting director did a great job from every angle, and hence the title of my message "Way to go Johnson" I took the name of one of my favourite characters! I thought the role (played by Terry Camilleri) was done very well and couldn't have been casted better. A great addition to a truly exceptional cast. I highly recommend this movie to anyone who wants an unusually entertaining and far out evening! Great film, my favourite parts being the plot and acting, but I did enjoy the entire movie! SEE THIS MOVIE!

Interesting look at the world of DJ's

[leifyboy · 8/10 · 21 April 2006]

Although this movie was not what i expected, i still enjoyed it through and through. Intead of the in depth look at the world of dance music that it was said to be, i enjoyed watching a drunken loser climb his way to the top and become the popular women loving DJ that he turned into. The soundtrack was awesome and matched the movie were it needed to. I liked the way i the movie was done roughly, to me it gave it the extra edge that it needed and gave it more of a home job sort of feel to it which i thought added to the movie in a positive way.

I must admit that the cameos were a bit lost on me, DJ Hounddog was meant to be a poor excuse for a DJ and yet all his friends and people he meets were all top DJ's. That was a let down as it doesn't happen like that in the real world.

Sit back and enjoy this movie for what it is, something a bit different but something worthwhile.

on a side note, the cast were all top notch and suited the characters they played perfectly. (some where awesomely attractive too!!) cheers, and enjoy

BLOWS -- Like the techno scene

[gzanecchia · 7/10 · 28 November 2005]

The flick has some artistic glare, the color filter and indy-style help to taste the Miami/ibiza air, though, I skipped through most of this flick, the soundtrack rules, remembered to a lot of nicely laid tracks (mixed), though the inter-splice of DJs and promoed cameos is off--they jive so far from the story line--and it's so improved it jerks the rest of the movie.

The girls are hot, though--sure enough, but unfortunately all come off somewhat lame -- not truly exotic like tru tecno iz I wish someone would make a flick more about the sickness of the scene, the best most off the wall raves, have the realness of the scene be the carrier, and the actors have to flow with it, rather than attempted integration into--plus, this "Elvis" character sucks, it's not about the music, it's about this nerd trying to learn how to spin... AKA, HE'S NOT A REAL DJ! One interview in the beginning even states it -- if you shouldn't be trying to be a DJ if you suck to begin with - it should be inherent what you are trying to do.

moose.

Clubbers... House Lovers... This is the one! This is your movie!

[rjpt · 9/10 · 30 December 2005]

What can I say...? I bought the DVD, not because of the acting, but because of the soundtrack and the DJ cameos. Later, when i was watching the movie, I was impressed... The acting is really quite good and the plot is very interesting... Very sexy humor, great writing and directing...

And of course, the music. The environment. Ibiza! Oh my God! Fantastic soundtrack, beautiful women... The scenario is incredible... All the major Ibiza clubs are there for you to enjoy, and maybe see them for the first time, or even choose where to go on your next vacations (nudge, nudge, wink, wink!)...

"Hey DJ" is a great movie! Vibrant, funny, touching (at some point)! Buy it! See it! Do something! :)

It's Hot in South Beach

[gregorysgardner · 4 May 2004]

I sneaked a peek at this last night, and had a ball. The international DJ scene is explored from the fish lens of a British transplant in South Beach. The lead character is a bit of a hound dog, but it's all in good fun, and the music is a gas. I liked the way the filmmakers incorporated fantasy and reality, and were unafraid to use sexuality shamelessly, without becoming a cheesy excuse for depicting soft-core porn. A lot of actual DJ's were introduced, but their personalities were not as fully explored as I would have enjoyed, but I got a taste of the scene. Jacobs is quite a character, and I hope to see him more often. HEY DJ rocks a medium that has become altogether too flaccid.

i must say that i am honestly impressed!

[schummel-schubi · 9/10 · 16 February 2003]

Recently, I was lucky to be at the Sundance film festival for a German music and film magazine and came across this movie for test screening by chance - i really didn't expect too much, since the title made me think it was one of these rather ordinary Dj movies - HOWEVER, it turned out be a twisted story with relationchips between friends and lovers..and women who are lovers..lovers as friends.. Along with amazing, breathtaking shots of the Miami Club Culture! I really got the impression that everything was almost as 'real' as it can be in a movie and the actors totally knew the background of the local music and club scene of this 'tropical paradise'(compared to Germany) that seems to be filled with hot women. Everyone involved in the movie gave a very good performance, but the one who totally stood out of the crowd, and is the one to look out for, is main actor 'DJ Fysche'. She really was not only a highlight to watch with her extraordinary cool outfits, her fresh and independent look but last but not least with her great artistic performance in this movie! I am sure she will be getting more major movie roles after this outstanding performance - definitely worth to recommend. To make a long story short, go and watch the movie when you get the chance, since it really is a fresh and inspiring experience to do so!

WOW!

[starchild17 · 10/10 · 18 February 2003]

i was very fortunate to catch a viewing of this movie, and i must say that i was highly impressed with this movie. the acting in it is great, especially that of the relatively unknown "fysche." she really lit up the screen, and if this is an inkling of the talent she has, the silver screen better get ready for the arrival of FYSCHE!

hopefully we see more of this SIREN! vive le fysche!!

*starchild*

HEY DJ!! Watch out for Fysche

[hiddenplace81 · 10/10 · 21 February 2003]

This movie will be the groundbreaking movie for the star, Fysche. Watch out! She's an up and coming actress. This movie is full of twists and spins. The movie is just a great one to have fun on a Friday night. Sit back and Enjoy!!

~ Vespy

GONE FYSCHEING

[aspecialkid · 10/10 · 16 February 2003]

This movie blows my mind. I was expecting just your everyday movie about DJ's and the crazy party scene, but instead HEY DJ unfolds into an entertaining and loveable romantic comedy. It aptly chronicles the madness and mayhem that surround dating more than one woman at a time, also; there is an interesting dichotomy between the women themselves as well.

I have briefly visited Miami once but after viewing HEY DJ at a test screening at Sundance it makes me want to move down there for the amazing nightlife, gorgeous scenery, and world class knock 'em dead beautiful women. The entire cast gives an epic performance. My favorite character is the female DJ Fysche. She seems a newcomer on the scene and her performance is breakthrough. I think we will be seeing more of this lovely lady on the big screen. Fysche is raw, and leaves us wanting more!

Go Fysche!

5 stars, just like the line-up!

[fysche · 10/10 · 16 February 2003]

This movie will make everyone

A. Want to live in Miami and be like Jon Jacobs B. Want a friend like Charlotte Lewis C. Want a lover like Tina Leiu D. Want a mentor like Fysche E. Want a neighbor like Ivelina

Stellar performances, intense love scenes, frenzied party atmosphere, grandiose scenic Miami

Unexpected real relationships, not just your fluffy club culture flick

Will appeal to every demographic, including the gay friendly!

Buy Bi Bye!!!