VelvetDarkRocks's movie Reviews on Newgrounds

[Action Escape]

Wow!

Not your average stick movie. Well animated, even if the graphics weren't the greatest. Wicked background music (Sum 41 to the max), thought it could have seriously used some sound effects. Not much of a storyline, but of course, it didn't need one. The title said it all.

A very well animated film, with some familiar little moves from stick movies I've seen. It also reminded me a tad bit of Madness. Somehow it still managed to stay original. Nice work =)

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[The Wilderness Guardians]

Bit dodgy on the factual side if you ask me.

Firstly it was not Saradomin that created the land of Gielinor, but Guthix. Saradomin just claims that Gielinor is the way it is because of his laws etc. etc.

Secondly, a woman smiling at an arrow? She's just standing there in the Wilderness with a smile? Well that's peculiar I must say.

Thirdly, I noticed a few time savers here and there. Copying images, reversing them or just duplicating them in general. Perhaps if you had spent less time completing the borders of the frame, and not doing the individual letters, things would have moved along a bit.

"We are the shield of the innocent" is Wildguard's motto, yes? What stopped you from putting that at the end, over Edgar Allen Poe? Nevertheless, the movie was made in a hurry, so I can appreciate your talent at taking shortcuts here and there, but it really reduced the overall quality. Otherwise, a well done piece of art. Except for the hand that picks up the sapphire sword, of course =p

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[4 Swords Misadventures2.2]

*wipes tear* Ohhh that's good.

The Japanese version! Lol, I like. I've always wondered why they censored Link's hard earned rewards at the end of the games.

This is as original and witty as the previous two movies- something rare amongst sprites these days. I'd be repeating myself from the previous two reviews I wrote, so I'll just round it up; quality. Quality in all aspects a flash movie can aspire towards. Take your time with producing the next one- the longer it takes, the better it'll be, right?

~VelvetDarkRocks~

VicHD responds:

Yeah, just like the Zelda games (including OoT and hopefully Twilight Princess soon).The longer you wait, the better it'll be.
I won't rush the next episode. I prefer to take my time with it and deliver the best jokes possible.
Thanks for your review.

[4 Swords Misadventures2.1]

Lol, poor Indiana.

Casually search the jacket of a dead man?

Again, some quality humour in this episode. Hilarious stuff, excellent puns. And Windwaker music, too. This is basically the same as my last review- everything's been incredibly well done, and there's not much I can say except I'm anticipating episde 2.2 immensely.

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[4 Swords ep.1 Original]

Lol, I actually appreciate the voices.

True, they don't sound very courageous or anything generally associated with the Hero of Time, but they're kind voices. I can appreciate that. I liked the authenticity of the music- all of the songs sounded like the originals. That gives you a high sound rating overall.

The graphics I can't say much for, seeing as they were sprites, and otherwise there's not so much to comment on, other than your fantastic taste (in choosing Zelda) and your fantastic sense of humour. I await the unfolding of the storyline!

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[POD#1 * My Broken Wings *]

Yes. Beauty is the word for this.

As with most every flash movie, the music plays a vital part to how the viewer is positioned, what feelings are evoked from watching the scene and hearing it being told through a melody. I would say that the music was arguably the greatest part of this, followed closely by the sheer emotion that came through in the piece.

The graphics, while not at their peak just yet, were drawn well. The animation was slightly jarred, but in general very smooth. I particularly admire the fight scene. Innovative, but I can't help but feel that Olbaid's punch lacked a certain amount of power. He flew out of nowhere with his fist extended, relying only on the momentum of his jump.

The storyline itself is very original, but you're going to have a hard time conveying it thoroughly enough to impose the significance of her safety, and resultantly, the insignificance of everything else. I liked the contrasting themes of love's worth though, but in general without getting too analytical, a beautiful movie indeed. I hope to see more soon.

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[Genevieve]

Brilliance in every possible way.

I particularly likes the narrator's voice! Lacking just that dab of a solemn duty to report lost events, but otherwise just about perfect in the aura and atmosphere it left. I really like your attention to voice!

I also appreciate the black and white texture that added that much more to the effect the movie had on the viewer- that which left one curious as to what the splashes of colour highlighted, and the serious overtone and perhaps tint of old-fashioned quality.

The expression of the characters, sometimes playfully serious, sometimes downright peculiar, were absolutely perfect. And hey, she's left handed! I found the puns and jokes altogether absolutely marvellous, even though you didn't particularly draw attention to them. Very witty!

"Holy ****," I couldn't help but cry at the ending. That was the scare of a lifetime.

I was also incredibly impressed at the music- it was as perfect as I could imagine, in every aspect. Very, very enhancing of the type of movie I expect you were trying to create. Incredible's the word for it!

All in all, another masterpiece. You've been nudged up a few places on my Favourite Author's list. Perfection at it's greatest.

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[Salad Fingers Episode 6]

That's so peculiar it hurts.

What a strange chap, Mr Saladfingers is. It seemed he had a dual copy of himself around the end there. I think this was one of those movies that are seemingly made to be so deep that all meaning is lost. In reality, it's just a bunch of devastating concepts thrown together to put you off. Sounds about right.

And worse, is you don't know if his friends have free will at all. What an interesting story you've created here... I ah, am somewhat inclined to tell you I fear for some element of your personal sanity. Marvellous job with the movie though.

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[Salad Fingers Episode 5]

Oh my Lord.

I'm with the Raven on that one. Fly little bird, fly!

When this series was recommended to me with the warning "Very, VERY creepy, in a good way", my friend neglected to mention it was completely incongruous too. This certainly has got me thinking about what sort of person you may be. Saladfingers reminds me a great deal of astranged children. I'm genuinely confuzzled. Ahm... well done!

~VelvetDarkRocks~

[Salad Fingers Episode 4]

Lol a beret.

It's interesting to note even Salad Fingers can feel uneasy. Lol his logic makes him uncannily humanoid. That's what's scary about him. Like a small child, he is introverted and yet somehow manages to constantly escape danger, even with his simple pleasures. And he basically got an orgasm from rubbing cell bars- an interesting but questionable concept. I liked the veins showing in that little alien creature's head! Hm... You know? This is very strange.

~VelvetDarkRocks~