The Black Dahlia Haunting (2012)

Plenty to Like, Plenty to Dislike

Good films always raise compelling questions, whether the format is fiction or documentary fact.

what a terribly boring film. I'm sorry but this is absolutely not deserving of best picture and will be forgotten quickly. Entertaining and engaging cinema? No. Nothing performances with flat faces and mistaking silence for subtlety.

A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

The Black Dahlia Haunting is no big budget movie, that was obvious from the start, but that is precisely why you should see it. Filmmakers who want, no need, to create find a way with like minded people who will stop at nothing to make movies. The outcome here is amazing and yet simplistic, which is very pleasing to the eye. Mission accomplished. This of is a film chocked full of talent and revenge in many incarnations. It was satisfying from the start although the build up is what you want, right? I had no idea what to expect when I sat down to watch it and I'm glad I didn't because I did not see the plot before it unfolded. This is one hard task to accomplish since so many movies these days are overrun with foreshadowing and needless clues. I enjoyed the acting particularly as these actors bought in to their roles with heart and soul. The directing prowess of Brandon Slagle "Malcolm" brought a micro budget film to life or death in this case with the precision of a surgeon. Nothing was wasted in his efforts. I, like you, am fully fascinated with the mystery surrounding Elizabeth Short and this film helped quench my thirst in the horror movie that could. Bravo!

What a different twist to an old news story!.. I have had the pleasure of meeting Britt Griffith (Dr. Brian Owen) on several occasions and all I can say is I will have to look at him in a whole new light.. For the most part I like this movie, it was kind of slow paced in a few places. And I have to ask if anyone knows the significance of Dr. Brian Owen playing with his wedding ring and then taking it off? Also with the man named Malcolm (Brandon Slagle) who found the knife that I guess killed Elizabeth Short, was a little confusing to me. I do know that I own this movie now so I will be able to go back and re-watch it to maybe see if I missed something. Good job Britt on your first acting adventure!

Britt is Amazing ! Totally Shocked Me Well Done . If You Love Watching Britt In GH This Will Blow You Away !! The Storyline is Remarkable Keeps You Guessing The Entire Way Through . The Cave Scene at the Beginning Needs Viewer Attention Or You'll Miss That Character Developing and His Part in the Plot but That was Made up for by the Quite Unexpected Change In The Female Character Towards the End .Onto Britt WOW!!! I Will Admit I Went into this Thinking "The Guy From GH " . That Will be Your Biggest Mistake Britt Does an Excellent Job . You Get The GH Britt at first BUT THEN ..... (You Have To Watch It :P ). This Movie In My Opinion Will Keep You as Well Entertained as Most Any Big Time High Dollar Movie Out There and I'm Not Saying This Because I Love GH I'm Saying This Because I Watched Because he was From GH and Was SOOO Blown away by the Movie It's Actors And Content it was worth the time from my Day to Sit Here And Write This out so It Doesn't Get Sewt Aside Like The 50 Or so I Watch In A Week . I Expect Great Things From These Guys In The Future !!! I See Me Starting A Collection Of These Keep Up The Most Excellent Work and I Will Be Excited To See More From You .

Brandon Slagle is an excellent director/actor. With the Black Dahlia Haunting, he shows the essence of Elisabeth Short through Alexis Iacono's act. The main actress Devanny Pinn was perfect. I was happy to see Britt Griffith (Ghost Hunters) in another kind of role. It was new for me. Adrian Marcato really did an excellent job on the makeup for Alexis Iacono's face. It was nice to see some flashback of Elisabeth Short with Marilyn Monroe. Noah Dahl worked really hard for his character. it must be very difficult to play a blind teenager. The music and the sets were interesting. In overall, the Black Dahlia Haunting was incredible. I would like everybody to watch it.