Aux (2018) Reviews

• Aux: Concept saves it, to a degree

  Platypuschow2019-04-04

  Aux otherwise known as Soldier of War is an independent British horror movie, but one which badly suffers from mediocrity and incompetence. You see Aux is really poorly made, awfully structured, dreadful sfx, naff creature effects and a mediocre cast. They swung above their weight on the budget they had, a point I'm often making that badly needs to stop. To make up for the lack of budget they use a time tested method, namely not showing us what we want to see and hiding the antagonist away with selective camera angles. This makes the whole thing look cheap and nasty, because it simply is. John Rhys-Davies looks out of place here, he's simply too good for this movie. He does however have a long history of acting in such roles which raises questions, is he "Paying back to the industry that made him"? alike people like Robert Englund? I mean this is the man who got fired from Sliders (1995) for criticizing the scripts, I highly doubt he's impressed with the writing in all these dreadful b-movies he pops up in. What saves it to a degree is the concept. It tells the story of an undead soldier who has risen believing that the country is under attack by the Germans, thus a bloodbath ensues. Truth be told I liked this and the more that comes out about the soldier and the entire situation it gets better. Great ideas, poor execution. The Good: John Rhys-Davies Neat concept The Bad: Stock scream Poor cgi Some ropey acting

• Can you dig it?

  lorddrewsus2019-03-15

  This was clearly made with "Jaws" like cinematic suspense in mind, but it has a "Sy Fy" made for television movie feel. Maybe over there in the U,K, that's just a trend they're turning out. The story is interesting enough to keep you watching, and the acting is television soap opera quality which isn't necessarily lacking, in any department. Worth a watch for any reason as it is also a throw back to 70's slasher films, with a modern update.

• AUXFUL

  KenAdamFan2018-04-07

  Nothing to redeem this catastrophe. The reason why extremely-low-budget British films are generally avoided and laughed at.

• My Review Of "Soldier Of War"

  ASouthernHorrorFan2019-03-12

  "Soldier Of War" is a great microbudget fright flick that embraces all the familiar tropes and thrills British horror has always provided. The story is too original, but it is creative, and intriguing. Instead of the unknown furry beast in the woods, the film brings in an undead killer still locked into the war that created him. It is both zombie and slasher. The cast offer above par, sometimes compelling performances. Some scenes trip up a bit and the dialog gets clunky, but most of the time the delivery and chemistry is spot on. The story becomes exciting due to the presence of some talented actors and one lethal killing machine. Even with the overall product seeming formulaic and familiar, Adams offers a great semi-indie fright flick. Overall I recommend "Soldier Of War". It isn't your typical zombie movie. It rests comfortably between classic and contemporary horror. The special effects, for the most part, is practical bloody awesomeness. Now there are elements that are recognizable in other films, but none of that encombers this flick, which starts of with bloodletting and maintains that level of carnage till the bloody end.

• Interesting military horror

  BandSAboutMovies2019-03-14

  Deep in the forest, two teenage boys accidentally discover the entrance to a secret military bunker hidden since World War II. They awaken an undead soldier who soon wipes out everyone he comes in contact with, including the police who are trying to solve the crime. Only a World War II vet with dementia (John Rhys-Davies!) knows how to stop the killing. I really enjoyed this British horror film that has high production values despite its low budget. There's more than enough gore on display and the actual practical effects of the zombie soldier are pretty impressive. Usually, most films suffer when they leap genre. Here, the film effortlessly moves from police procedural to slasher film to supernatural zombie film. There are also elements of rural horror here. This is one of the better independent releases I've seen in awhile. I'd compare its look and kills to a favorite 80's slasher, The Prowler, but with a modern edge. The story of the soldier never stopping in his mission gives this film's antagonist plenty of reason to be and the old soldier that must conquer age and doubt to stop him is just as well-formed.