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The final installment of the long-running Phantasm series.The final installment of the long-running Phantasm series.The final installment of the long-running Phantasm series.
- Awards
- 2 nominations
Kathy Lester
- Lady in Lavender
- (as Kat Lester)
Joe Jefferson
- Man in Hall
- (as Joseph Jefferson)
Kenneth V. Jones
- Caretaker
- (archive footage)
- (as Ken Jones)
Tyler O. Super
- Grave Digger
- (as Tyler O. Soper)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaAccording to the book "Phantasm Exhumed," filming on Phantasm: Ravager first began in late 2008 where it was originally envisioned as a spin-off web series about the Reggie character. This webisode footage was eventually expanded upon with new footage that featured appearances by main cast members to become feature-length, and given a limited theatrical release throughout 2016.
- GoofsNear the halfway mark, when Reggie transports to the mausoleum corridor, every time they show him from the front, he is shown in what looks like a tight space, able to touch both sides at once with his arms, but when he is shown from the back, the sides seem much further apart, and he would be unable to do this.
- Crazy creditsCopyright notice: "This motion picture photoplay is protected pursuant to the provisions of the laws of the United States of America and other countries. Any unauthorized duplication, copying, distribution, exhibition or any other use of any kind may result in civil liability, and/or criminal prosecution and the enduring wrath of the Tall Man."
- SoundtracksIn a Mountain Cabin
Music and Lyrics by Reggie Bannister
Performed by Reggie Bannister
Courtesy of Ya Doggie Music (BMI)
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Phantasm Ravager: Not the most fitting sendoff
It's hard to believe that the Phantasm series started back in 1979 and sporadically released it's 5 movies across the decades.
What's even harder to believe is that every major player from the franchise has stuck through it and is right here in 2016 for the final chapter.
Reggie returns one last time to reunite with his friends, fight the forces of evil and go toe to toe with the Tall Man for the ultimate confrontation.
Now I don't think that the Phantasm franchise is that great, I think they are original titles and I applaud them for lasting as long as they have but they've tended to be confusing disconnected movies.
Alas this is no different, in fact I have to say it's the most confusing of them all. Regardless it's a nostalgia trip, everyones along for the ride including the films original creators.
Though the sfx are ropey and the plot makes very little sense Ravager isn't that bad, it's just not a fitting finale for a series that has lasted this long! What makes it worse is that the highly ambiguous finale does it no favours.
I'd say this is essential viewing for fans of the series but all things considered it should have been considerably better.
RIP Angus Scrimm
The Good:
Nostalgia filled
Some new and interesting ideas
The Bad:
Plot isn't great
Pacing is a bit of a mess
Finale is terrible
Things I Learnt From This Movie:
Reggie Bannister is immortal
When a franchises sfx haven't improved since the 1970's you need to have serious words with your sfx guys
What's even harder to believe is that every major player from the franchise has stuck through it and is right here in 2016 for the final chapter.
Reggie returns one last time to reunite with his friends, fight the forces of evil and go toe to toe with the Tall Man for the ultimate confrontation.
Now I don't think that the Phantasm franchise is that great, I think they are original titles and I applaud them for lasting as long as they have but they've tended to be confusing disconnected movies.
Alas this is no different, in fact I have to say it's the most confusing of them all. Regardless it's a nostalgia trip, everyones along for the ride including the films original creators.
Though the sfx are ropey and the plot makes very little sense Ravager isn't that bad, it's just not a fitting finale for a series that has lasted this long! What makes it worse is that the highly ambiguous finale does it no favours.
I'd say this is essential viewing for fans of the series but all things considered it should have been considerably better.
RIP Angus Scrimm
The Good:
Nostalgia filled
Some new and interesting ideas
The Bad:
Plot isn't great
Pacing is a bit of a mess
Finale is terrible
Things I Learnt From This Movie:
Reggie Bannister is immortal
When a franchises sfx haven't improved since the 1970's you need to have serious words with your sfx guys
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- May 1, 2018
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- Runtime1 hour 25 minutes
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- 1.78 : 1
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