Mascot is a suburb located in the state of New South Wales (NSW), Australia. It is situated in the eastern part of Sydney, approximately 7 kilometers south of the Sydney central business district. Mascot is known for its proximity to major transportation hubs, including the Sydney Airport and the Port Botany container terminal. This strategic location has made Mascot a popular residential area for both locals and travelers alike. In recent years, Mascot has undergone significant development, with numerous high-rise apartment buildings and commercial establishments being constructed in the area. This growth has brought an influx of residents and businesses, contributing to the vibrant and diverse community in Mascot.
Director/Screenplay/Producer – Scott Jeffrey, Photography – Jon/Jonathan Constantinou, Music – Mike Ellaway, Visual Effects – Rhys Waterfield, Special Effects – Chelsea Murphy, Production Design – Leo Calder. Production Company – Jagged Edge Productions.
At the same time, the doll known as Humpty Dumpty, which may have been involved with devil worship ceremonies, come to life and starts killing people. It does have its flaws most notice-ably with audio captured outside and with the dark style of filming that loses quality at night but overall, nothing jumped out at me as terrible.
This growth has brought an influx of residents and businesses, contributing to the vibrant and diverse community in Mascot. The suburb is well-served by public transportation, with Mascot railway station providing easy access to the city center and other parts of Sydney. In addition, several bus routes pass through Mascot, connecting it to neighboring suburbs and surrounding areas.
BAD MOVIE MONDAY: THE CURSE OF HUMPTY DUMPTY (2021)
As much as I love to in bottom-of-the-barrel garbage, I also love it when a movie defies my expectations of being a dumpster fire and actually turns out to be good. This is what happened just last week with BAD MOVIE MONDAY after one of the other people in the group chose a film called “The Curse of Humpty Dumpty” At first, I was stoked because it sounded awful. However, as we watched it we all sort of were all surprised and delighted that this was turning out to be a neat little moody thriller. Nothing perfect mind you, but deserving of mention. So, here’s me mentioning it.
Quick Recap! When COVID shut down everything two years ago, I started an online bad movie night get-together with some friends that we eventually dubbed “Bad Movie Monday”. The premise was simple: We’d torture each other every Monday with the worst trash we could find, tell a few jokes, cheer each other up, and in the process maybe discover some weird obscure cinema that we might never have seen any other way. This series of reviews will feature highlights of those night, so you guys can share in the fun and maybe get some ideas for your own movie night.
I realize that my criteria for what is and what is not a bad film has been hopelessly corrupted by years of gleeful, un-ironic trash cinema viewing. I mean, it’d be like asking a man who lives in the sewer which perfume smells better. Still, I think I can make a good enough case to convince you that not only is this movie “not bad” but that it is in fact actually “quite good” and I’ll fight anyone who says otherwise. Now, normally I’d stay in my lane and review older stuff, but this movie only has a 17% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and I think it deserves better than that.
So let’s go through what is good in the movie.
The Acting. Everyone is British, so it’s a given that this would be good. How could it not? I’ve always suspected that British babies practice Shakespeare in the crib.
The Cinematography. Movies use images and editing in the same way a book uses words. So tone is incredibly important, even more than story or plot in many ways. Curse of Humpty Dumpty understands this and has an appropriately consistent tone throughout. One of growing dread and of secrets and of remorse.
The Music. One of my weaker “likes” but still a like. The music is unobtrusive and appropriately grim. The composer isn’t trying to lead the scenes, merely underline them.
Storytelling. The movie is oddly compelling. It also doesn’t just throw everything out at you in a mad rush. It slowly reveals things and doesn’t hold your hand when it does. Often, if you blink you missed it.
Now let’s talk about the bad.
The Humpty Dumpty Doll. Good God it looks terrible. Why is it SO HARD for filmmakers to make a scary doll? It’s a personal pet peeve of mine that most horror movie dolls never look scary, specifically because the filmmakers are trying so hard to make them look scary. Pro Tip for the prop department: Dolls are made for small children. They’re not supposed to look like they were built by a Goth kid with anger issues. Don’t get me wrong, the doll isn’t too bad, but I really wish they’d made it look like an actual toy and used lighting to and camera angles to make it scary.
The Title. I’ll be blunt. It’s a stupid title. I mean, what else can I say? You look at it and it’s like one of those dollar store bargain bin horror movies like “Revenge of Little Red Riding Hood” or “The Bride of Frankenshark”. (Don’t worry by the way. Neither one of those exists… yet.) These are movies whose title and posters are given more thought than their scripts. I mean, I get it. Humpty Dumpty is a familiar name and the title catches the eye. Still, it’s hardly the scariest of the nursery rhymes.
The Story. As many positives as I can give this, in the end it remains a movie about Humpty Dumpty. A very short riddle that eventually became a nursery rhyme because the answer is so well know that, to this day, we still think of eggs when we think of Humpty Dumpty.
This is threatening to turn into a weird history class huh? Okay, onto the review. The film opens with two daughters (Sian Altman and Antonia Whillans) bringing their mother (Nicola Wright) back to their childhood home where a tragedy once occurred. Once they settle in, the mother becomes obsessed with a Humpty Dumpty doll she finds at a thrift store. She brings it home and insists that it once belonged to her and that she half-remembers it.
The doll, of course, is evil, and alive. A trope that has been used so many times that I don’t even need to explain that it only comes to life when no one is looking and that the mother is the only one who can see it kill people, but that no one believes her because of her dementia.
That said, they do some interesting stuff with the idea and the ending is legitimately original-ish. I mean, this isn’t going to blow your mind or anything. It’s not reinventing anything. Trust me, Chucky is safe. However, this is a movie made for nothing that gives the audience something, and I feel this ought to be commended. So I’m commending it. The people both in front and behind the camera did a hell of a job.
Worth a watch? Yeah! Why not! Take a chance on a low budget movie. This is what being a film buff is all about, watching obscure shit that makes you go “Hey! That was kind of neat.”
The film can be found for free on Tubi. You can’t get a better bargain than that.
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Worth a watch? Yeah! Why not! Take a chance on a low budget movie. This is what being a film buff is all about, watching obscure shit that makes you go “Hey! That was kind of neat.”
Mascot offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. There are shopping centers and supermarkets available for everyday needs, as well as a variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars. The suburb also boasts several parks and green spaces, providing recreational opportunities for individuals and families. One of the notable landmarks in Mascot is the Sydney Airport, Australia's busiest airport. With its close proximity to Mascot, the airport has a significant impact on the local economy, creating job opportunities and attracting tourists and business travelers to the area. Overall, Mascot is a thriving suburb in NSW, Australia, offering a convenient location, a diverse community, and a range of amenities. Its accessibility, coupled with its proximity to major transportation hubs, makes it an attractive place to live and visit..
Reviews for "Discovering the Best Local Breweries in Mascot, NSW in 2020"
1. Rachel - 1 star
I had a terrible experience in Mascot, NSW in 2020. The area was dirty and rundown, with trash strewn on the streets and graffiti on the walls. It felt unsafe walking around, especially at night. The public transportation was unreliable and overcrowded, making it difficult to get around the city. The local shops and restaurants lacked variety and quality, leaving me with limited options for meals and entertainment. Overall, my visit to Mascot was unpleasant and I would not recommend it to anyone.
2. Mark - 2 stars
Mascot, NSW in 2020 was not what I expected. The area seemed neglected and poorly maintained. The streets were in poor condition, filled with potholes and cracks. The public parks lacked sufficient green spaces and were outdated. The local community didn't seem very vibrant or welcoming, and there were no notable attractions or events happening during my stay. I was disappointed with the overall atmosphere and lack of charm in Mascot, and it definitely didn't leave a positive impression on me.
3. Emily - 2 stars
I visited Mascot, NSW in 2020 and was disappointed with my experience. The area felt soulless and lacked character. The architecture was uninspiring and there were no eye-catching landmarks or cultural attractions to explore. The nightlife scene was dull, with limited options for entertainment. Additionally, the traffic congestion in the area was unbearable, making it difficult to navigate and adding unnecessary stress to my visit. Sadly, I couldn't wait to leave Mascot and explore other parts of Australia that offered more excitement and beauty.