By LYNN VENHAUS
Belleville News-Democrat
Did they have hair gel in medieval times? The pair of heartthrob-wannabes starring in the utterly ridiculous “Red Riding Hood” look like they stepped out of a GQ photo shoot rather than appear as believable 17th century villagers.
And that’s just one of many highly implausible elements in this latest and most brazen attempt to cash in on the “Twilight” craze.
The only connection is that first “Twilight” movie director Catherine Hardwicke is responsible for this gothic hot mess and Bella’s dad Charlie (Billy Burke) stars as Red’s...
Red Riding Hood (Reelworld) Kent Tentschert & Carol Hemphill
KENT’S TAKE:
The Plot:
As Valerie’s (Amanda Seyfried) sleepy hamlet braces for another visit by the werewolf that has plagued them for generations, she and her love, Peter (Shiloh Fernandez) flirt among the forest trees.
As the victims mount, Solomon (Gary Oldman) arrives. Solomon has killed a werewolf and knows its nature, but it will require certain sacrifices by the townfolk, sacrifices some aren’t willing to pay.
KENT’S TAKE:
In order to appreciate something, it’s important to experience rock bottom first. Although “Red Riding Hood” is not the rock bottom, let’s just say that I now have a deeper appreciation for every... Bookmark Us
