Last Seen 70s/80s Movie

[hammerfan]

Originally Posted by Bloof

DARK AUGUST 1976

A man moves to a small town to be with his girlfriend and tragically kills a local young girl in a car accident. A bit of a Pumpkinhead vibe.
Ticked all my boxes.

Is this on YouTube?

[Bloof]

Originally Posted by hammerfan

Is this on YouTube?

I watched the version on tubi but there is one on youtube. It was a real trip down memory lane.

[hammerfan]

Originally Posted by Bloof

I watched the version on tubi but there is one on youtube. It was a real trip down memory lane.

I'll have to look for it! Sounds fun!

[FryeDwight]

DEATHDREAM (1974). Decent Bob Clark film that clearly got some inspiration from "The Monkey's Paw". A family hears of their son's death in Vietnam, but are surprised when He returns...although something is just a little off about him. Worth a watch and I believe this was the film debut for Tom Savini. ***

[Tommy Jarvis]

C.H.U.D.: In my memory, this one went in the same bin as other silly 80s flicks like The Ghoulies. So based on some of John Heard's scenes, I was kind of suprised. This flick does take itself kind of seriously. Maybe not 100 percent, but still.

That said, it cannot help but look goofy. From the silly special effects on the monsters to the overacting on the characters or some of the scenes with The Wet Bandit (Daniel Stern will forever be a wet bandit). And now even in a funny way.

So, in short: a silly story with no good kills and very little to keep you invested. Two stars, but he second one is mostly for nostalgia's sake.

[FryeDwight]

ASYLUM (1972)

[Bloof]

ONE DARK NIGHT 1982

Friends prank a teen girl who has to spend the night in a mausoleum in order to join their club.

Delightful

[Sculpt]

Originally Posted by Tommy Jarvis

C.H.U.D.: In my memory, this one went in the same bin as other silly 80s flicks like The Ghoulies. So based on some of John Heard's scenes, I was kind of suprised. This flick does take itself kind of seriously. Maybe not 100 percent, but still.

That said, it cannot help but look goofy. From the silly special effects on the monsters to the overacting on the characters or some of the scenes with The Wet Bandit (Daniel Stern will forever be a wet bandit). And now even in a funny way.

So, in short: a silly story with no good kills and very little to keep you invested. Two stars, but he second one is mostly for nostalgia's sake.

Yep! Well said.

I loved the concept and the trailer. I actually saw this in the theatre with a buddy of mine. The film does take itself seriously. I thought the one scene where the CHUD breaks through a wall was kinda scary and well done. It has some moments.

It probably should have been rewritten and expanded, adding more action and suspense scenes. I didn't mind the effects, there just wasnt enough horror and suspense going on. Same old story of missed writing opportunities.

[FryeDwight]

LEGEND OF HELL HOUSE (1973). While I still like this, found it has not aged so well- found Clive Revell to be such a pompous buffoon and Pamela Franklin quickly becomes shrill although the scene where She tries to "comfort" Daniel Belasco is still pretty hard hitting. And even if He really becomes hammy (especially towards the end), still love Roddy McDowell is just about anything. And as for Gayle Hunnicutt Worth seeing to be sure, but still in THE HAUNTING's shadow. ***

[Sculpt]

Originally Posted by FryeDwight

LEGEND OF HELL HOUSE (1973). While I still like this, found it has not aged so well- found Clive Revell to be such a pompous buffoon and Pamela Franklin quickly becomes shrill although the scene where She tries to "comfort" Daniel Belasco is still pretty hard hitting. And even if He really becomes hammy (especially towards the end), still love Roddy McDowell is just about anything. And as for Gayle Hunnicutt Worth seeing to be sure, but still in THE HAUNTING's shadow. ***

Love Legend of Hell House, especially the writing and subject matter. The experiment scene is great, excellent sound and effects. I wish there was more of the experiments and effects, but still a fine film.

It's been awhile since I've seen it, but i seem to recall the ending a bit abrupt. speaking of abrupt endings, and The Haunting... yep, abrupt ending.