Cry Havoc

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Allan C Jason Voorhees vs. Charles Bronson! Cry Havoc (2020) *** Have you ever wondered what would happen if Charles Bronson's character from THE MECHANIC had to go up against Jason Voorhees? Well, move over FREDDY VS. JASON and wonder no longer! If you're not aware, there's a Hungarian actor named Robert Bronzi who is a dead-ringer for the late Charles Bronson from his 70s era of films, and is now making movies like DEATH KISS, 12 TO MIDNIGHT, and ONCE UPON A TIME IN DEADWOOD. None of the films are particularly well made, but for Bronson fans, it's like getting to see a Charles Bronson film you never saw before, even if it's a really, really crappy one co-starring washed-up actors like Daniel Baldwin or Michael Pare. This one had a more gonzo premise behind it and is better for it. The washed-up co-star this time is Richard Tyson (THREE O'CLOCK HIGH, KINDERGARTEN COP) playing a Jeffrey Epstein-type millionaire with his own demented island. Tyson explains that he bribed a prison warden to release an insane, unkillable Jason Voorhees-type of slasher named Hav to set loose on his island, where he tricks pretty girls into coming with promises of appearing in a reality TV show. Unfortunately, it's a snuff reality show where the women have to fight to survive against the Jason-like killer, who looks very much like FRIDAY THE 13TH: PART II's gunny sack Jason with a little Leatherface thrown in for good measure. The bad news for Jason and Tyson is that Robert Bronzi's daughter is one of the girls and there's no stopping this Charles Bronson lookalike! Bronzi is dressed spot-on just like Bronson's hitman character Bishop from THE MECHANIC, and he looks fantastic! Occasionally there's a bad angle or wrong lighting and Bronzi comes off as a Charles Bronson impersonator, but most of the time, it's like you're watching a new Charles freakin' Bronson movie! It's such a ridiculous gimmick for a series of films, but there's nothing out there quite like this, and I really do love them. Overall, even though production values stink, the action is poorly staged, and the script stinks to high heaven, CRY HAVOC gets points for its gonzo premise, respectable gory practical special effects, but most of all the sheer joy of watching a "new" Charles Bronson movie set at Epstein's Crystal Lake Island. Seriously, I cannot get enough of Robert Bronzi walking in slow motion! FUN FACT! After watching this movie, I looked it up on IMDB and it’s actually the fourth film that the Jason knockoff character Havoc has appeared in from writer/director Rene Perez. AI CAPSULE REVIEW: Cry Havoc is a wild low-budget mashup that pits a Charles Bronson lookalike against a Jason Voorhees-style slasher on a twisted Epstein-like island, and somehow, it kind of rules. Despite bad writing and clunky action, Robert Bronzi’s uncanny Bronson impersonation and the gonzo premise make it a trashy, unforgettable grindhouse oddity. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 07/22/25 Full Review Audience Member The longer the film goes on the less boobs appear and this seems very strange as there are more girls towards the end. This is a really bad film, but you can make it an entertaining "bad-movie" watch if you're so inclined. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/23/23 Full Review Audience Member Rene Perez packs a lot in this multilayered hybrid horror. There are elements of "not without my daughter" story points, dark web inspired "games madmen play" evilness and traditional slasher carnage. Where a lot of directors fail to maintain this level of storytelling, Perez manages to hold control and really bring the vision to life. The film isn't perfect, some aspects drag on the crescendoing energy, but so much more works wonderfully. The elements of "Cry Havoc" that I didn't get into are few. The film starts off with a bloody bang that really sets the tone and let's you know what to expect. However the introduction of the story that deals with a sort of dark web investigative aspect seems a bit over dramatic and caricature. Honestly, I believe that was the only real problem I had with the film. The bulk of the film is a joyful reign of blood. The horror elements in "Cry Havoc" are a wonderful reminder of what has always made slasher movies so great. The kills are full on visceral moments filled with blood splatter all done using practical effects. The masked unstoppable killing machine is formidable, memorable and intimidating. A cross between Leatherface and Jason Voorhees. Overall "Cry Havoc" is a fun slasher that both entertains and excited. There is some slight drag in the storytelling were exposition and dialog is concerned. However it is minor considering how much of the film is filled with action and carnage. A few characters seem too contrived but for the most part this film has too many gory death scenes not to enjoy. Definitely check it out. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/12/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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