Vengeance (2004 Video) User Reviews

This movie deserves a grade d-

[chinablix · 2/10 · 3 March 2015]

The director, grade f The cinematography grade d+ The story grade b The acting a big fat f

The story was good, my problem is the acting was terrible. It is like, the budget was so low that they had to do everything in no more then two takes.

I can only imagine the director, if he was worth anything he must be embarrassed by what he tried to put together, because like I said, I think this was so low budget that he had no choice.

The story line was a little confusing, but I managed to get through it only because I pretty much knew what the outcomes would be. very predictable.

If I was to teach a movie class, this would be one to show how a good story is made bad with bad acting, bad directing and way under budgeted.

Don't let the obvious fake reviews and ratings fool you

[Seth_Rogue_One · 1/10 · 16 March 2015]

A amateurish, pathetic and depressing melodramatic gangster "woe is me, I've killed tons of people without thinking and just got shot and now I'm sad"-tale

To be honest I couldn't even finish this dreadful piece of crap and poor excuse of a movie

Furthergoing with my honesty to call this a piece of crap is disrespectful to piece of craps in general this piece of crap is a whole new level of crappiness

If a man ate a hundred nachos and drank 4 gallons of Magarita and he farted, those farts would create a cloud that would resemble this movie

Lacking any kind of talent behind and in front of the camera it's fairly obvious that the positive +50 ratings are made by people who were apart or know someone who were apart of the making of this movie

I purchased the DVD on the day it was released

[ldn3475 · 10 April 2004]

I purchased the DVD on it's Day of Release. I was very pleased with the performances of the Cast and Crew involved. The story was interesting, a lot of the Independent movies that are out there, basically have the same content. This movie was different, you think you know what's going to happen next, then the movie goes another direction. You can't even predict what happens next. I recommend this movie to anyone who wants to get something out of a movie. There's a message, and it leaves you thinking. The DVD also has behind the scenes, and interviews with the cast and everyone involved. It was well put together. The cast members are unique, Danny Romo gave a great performance. Daniel Zirilli needs to be recognized for his work and imagination. There are some intense moments that hit your soul, and there are some moments when you have to smile, it has a little humor. From beginning to end action and emotions. The part with the paramedic scene got my attention, when Anthony Rodriguez took over driving the Ambulance his expressions and personality came across the screen. Check out the movie you won't be disappointed. Lisa Navarrette

Biblical Preachy Fluff

[saint_brett · 2/10 · 21 November 2022]

What have we got here? Vengeance. I see, I see.

Let's dissect this science frog and see what's inside, shall we?

Al Leong from 'Lethal Weapon' drives around Long Beach in his father's borrowed low-rider and witnesses some Sunday school gangbangers out in public hustling for dollars and singing karaoke.

Elsewhere, a Philadelphian bike gang, in Devo hats, collect the stolen proceeds from a church service plate and burn rubber before tearing off.

A long-haired hippy's diabetes start playing up so he injects some insulin before shooting up a street gang with nerves of steel.

They all die in the crossfire.

A paramedic, with a rat bitten ear, drives the dead hippy to hospital but would prefer if he died.

The movie's more concerned about inserting silly live music than an actual storyline.

'High Kick Girl' and some egghead show up at the hospital to check on Al Leong, who sort of looks like Tom Savini.

A pitiful hospital scene - on a deathbed - sees violins come out as it's a scene of constant sorrow and sadness. (Flags are at half-mast.) The junkie survives being shot then goes through withdrawal symptoms in trying to kick his addiction.

A spiritual intervention, by a body of 'Fight Club' survivors, see to it that the long-haired hippy becomes cold turkey and released back on the streets to do more damage.

The junkie-murderer is finally released after completing all the steps of rehab and becomes a minister where he preaches all this rhetoric about following a righteous path.

Is that Ice T?

A tense scene sees two Mormons show up and confront a jealous boyfriend where they start some do-do over lemonade.

It escalates beyond a quarrel but in the end the split is amicable as someone is thrown from a car which untangles the beef.

But disaster strikes when 'High Kick Girl' shows up a Hillside Strangler victim which leaves Al Leong wailing like an out-of-control hyena with its foot caught in a bear trap.

The jealous boyfriend fleas down south.

Is that Usher?

Saddam Hussein detests a meal that's been served up and belts some kid silly as punishment.

So, Al Leong went from being a hippy to a drug dealer to a preacher then an orderly and finally he's Nico: Above the Law?

He travels down to Australia and becomes either The Leyland Brothers; Alby Mangels, or Malcolm Douglas and tours the sand dunes of The Kimberley's now.

Contemplating suicide, he overrides that thought then seeks out a powerful cartel of boomerang traders and slaughters them for shoddy practises.

What looks like Enrique Iglesias is captured, beaten to a pulp, extradited back to LA, then run over in reverse for dissing 'High Kick Girl.' He could have been your hero but was squashed like a watermelon instead so now he's only your roadkill.

Al Leong is shot in the process and turns into some demon from an 'Exorcist' movie and falls into a bottomless abyss forever trapped nowhere.

Case closed.

The end.

Pulling hair from corncobs would be better than watching this thug movie.

Good acting and cinematography

[pooletom · 9/10 · 21 June 2005]

My girlfriend and I saw this movie at a friend's house. We probably would not have picked this movie out because of the violence, but it was a great movie. To watch the lead demonstrate his ability to show the gamut of emotions was touching to say the least. I want to know more about this story. It would obviously have to be in a prequel. Some of the scenery was gorgeous. What a contrast with the gutsiness of the plot. It moved with great velocity. I would like to see more from these writers. There is a realism that is not often seen in film these days. The twists and turns in the story were so surprising,but seemed to be very sensible once divulged. "Oh yeah, why didn't I see that coming!" it is definitely worth the rent.

Wow, who is Erlinda Orozco?

[jsamesyoung · 10/10 · 25 July 2004]

Wow, imagine me going to Blockbuster and going just randomly running into a movie, the movie itself was OK, the acting was good and the storyline is the regular killing up and shootem up Cinemax style movie night movie. The story is about a girl from the rough neighborhood that and the story behind her life and her fathers life who is a killer for hire, but is trying to change what he is doing. All i have to say is there is a standout in the entire move, an actress woman Erlinda Orozco, this woman is just straight up stunning and wow can she act or what, her performance was just a standout performance even though everyone else is good too, can anyone who reads this tell me any info about her. She is gonna be a Superstar i want to find out more.

This movie portrays how futile and destructive vengeance can be.

[chuck2000 · 8/10 · 16 September 2003]

This review contains some information about the plot, `spoilers'.

Because it explores some very strong emotions and the battles with addictions (of all types) many of us face, "Vengeance" is a very intense movie! While this story involves `gangbangers' and drug pushers, the emotion of anger leading to the deep desire to get revenge is an emotion all of us, in all stations of life, must deal with. This movie portrays how futile and destructive vengeance can be.

A very strong performance is given by Danny Romo, as Danny Pinero, an assassin who survives a near fatal shooting. Having experienced a `near death' experience, Danny turns to Christian religious conversion and completely kicks his drug habit. However, he still is driven to vengeance when his beloved daughter, Danielle, played by Erlinda Orozco, is murdered by her abusive boyfriend, Alexandro, menacingly well portrayed by Lorenzo De La Cruz. Raul Julia, Jr. plays Detective Marin, who is instrumental in Danny's recovery from drug addiction.

I look forward to seeing this movie again when it comes out in video. Watch for the cute female paramedic, played by Paras Alexandria.

Good Story line that was well directed

[wildman-26 · 10/10 · 17 September 2007]

This is a story about the struggle of a man to let good prevail over the evil in his life.

Without giving away the story, here are a few observations of "Vengeance" from my viewpoint.

The cast was terrific. Danny Romo (the main character) is excellent. He plays a wide range of emotions in the film. From the worst bad guy to a caring father. He makes the transitions from bad guy to good guy believable. He connects well with all of the characters especially his daughter in the film, Erlinda Orozco. Raul Julia, Jr and Damon Whitaker also are very convincing in their roles.

One of the best scenes is when Romo learns of some tragic news. He is very believable with his emotions.

What makes a movie good for me is if it can "jump" from the screen and capture my attention.

One thing that has always annoyed me about some film critics is they forget to ask the most vital question, was the film entertaining.

"Vengeance" was very entertaining and real for me.

What brings about a good film is the screenplay. But if you do not have a good director the project is doomed.

"Vengeance" director, Daniel Zirilli, did an excellent job bringing the script to life. The storyline is easy to follow because of the direction this film has.

Many years ago I wrote a column reviewing music. I wrote about the songs of course, but I would also delve into the quality of the production. This can make or break a record. The same is true of films. "Vengeance" was good and entertaining because Zirilli brought it all together. He brought it to life.

I would highly recommend "Vengeance", a good story with a good message with terrific actors brought together by a great director.

Happy Viewing, Bill Shaffer