Heavy Metal
Heavy Metal

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Heavy Metal

2007
Movie
29 min
Finnish

The end of the 80s, a village in the middle of Finland. 15-year-old Hevari, the only long-haired boy in town, is the coolest guy in the world - at least according to Kake from next door. No-one else seems to agree. Short-tempered Hevari is used to being the laughing stock among the gang and the girls. But when the Friday night comes and there's a disco at the community hall, it's time to go again. Maybe tonight everything will be different.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Kevin Altieri, Mark Gustafson, Terry Molloy, Josh RellingerGenres: Animation, Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a distant future, a ruthless warrior named Tyler seeks the secret to immortality by gathering powerful artifacts. She travels across various alien worlds, battling ruthless mercenaries and dark forces to collect the pieces. Her quest leads her to confront ancient evils and discover the true cost of eternal life, all while pursued by an ambitious adversary with a similar lust for power. The film is an anthology of interconnected dark fantasy and science fiction stories.

Critical Reception

Heavy Metal 2000, the sequel to the cult classic Heavy Metal, received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its continuation of the franchise's adult-oriented animation and mature themes, many found the animation style inconsistent and the stories lacking the impact of the original. It is generally considered a lesser entry in the series, often criticized for its disjointed narrative and dated visual effects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Presents a continuation of the adult-oriented animation style of its predecessor.

  • Features a variety of distinct, albeit sometimes uneven, visual styles across its segments.

  • The storylines are often seen as less engaging and memorable than those in the original film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Heavy Metal 2000 are scarce, but those available generally reflect a disappointment in comparison to the original film, with some appreciating the continued mature themes but finding the animation and storytelling to be lacking.

Fun Fact

The film features a soundtrack with music from various rock and metal artists, including Pantera, System of a Down, and The Butthole Surfers, reflecting the 'heavy metal' theme.

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