Last Seen pre-1970 Classic/Vintage Horror Movie?

[hammerfan]

Wow, you're a gutsy lady. It's a hard film to watch, isn't it? I mean I always found it so heavy, dark, serious and gloomy. I've fallen asleep trying to watch it on multiple occasions because it was late at night and so gloomy. How did you keep up your energy and not knock-yourself-off after watching it? ::EEK!::

It's one of my favorites. I've watched it multiple times. ::wink::

[FryeDwight]

DOCTOR X (1932)

[FryeDwight]

EYES WITHOUT A FACE (1959)

[SerialKiller]

Frankenstein-1931.

[FryeDwight]

THE LOST WORLD (1925). This silent film, to be honest, creaks a plenty. Wallace Beery as Professer Challenger is discredited and mocked after seeing real dinosaurs, so with a new team, goes back to get real evidence. Silent films can be hard going, but this print looked nice and even a music score (From one of those 100 Films sets). The main thing, of course, are the Dinos created by Willis O'Brien (later of KING KONG)-quite impressive , even from this early period. My wife, with her talent for faces, also spotted a younger Holmes Herbert (Dr Jekyll AND MR HYDE, MARK OF THE VAMPIRE, THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD, THE GHOST OF FRANKENSTEIN, THE MUMMY'S CURSE to name a few).
Also noticed that KING KONG took a lot from this-many similar plot lines. ***

[DeadbeatAtDawn]

The Evil Eye, 1963. 7/10

Director: Mario Bava

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[FryeDwight]

CAMP ON BLOOD ISLAND (1958). Gritty B/W Hammer War film involving British Soldiers being held in a Japanese POW camp, along with a separate camp for Women and Children. Some similarities to BRIDGE ON THE RIVER KWAI, but on it's own terms, not bad at all, being quite suspenseful in parts, especially when the Prisoners find out Japan has surrendered and knowing if the vicious Camp Commander receives the news, a brutal death for them is all but a given. Many Hammer vets in here like Andre Morrell (HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES, THE MUMMY'S SHROUD, CASH ON DEMAND), Barbara Shelley (DRACULA, PRINCE OF DARKNESS, VILLAGE OF THE DAMNED, RASPUTIN and very good here), Michael Gwynn (REVENGE OF FRANKENSTEIN, VILLAGE OF THE DAMNED), Richard Wordsworth (THE CREEPING UNKNOWN), Michael Ripper (too many to mention) , and Phillip Brown (Uncle Owen from STAR WARS).
Good attention to detail, with many of the cast looking like they are soaked with perspiration from Malaysian heat. Also amazing how they found so many thin actors; Wordsworth looks almost skeletal.
Only thing that really doesn't work is casting the Japanese characters; one of the Officers looks like Jamie Farr and as much as I enjoy Ripper in his films, I don't think anyone could take him seriously as a Japanese driver. ***

[bamahorrorfan87]

Attack of the giant leeches

[FryeDwight]

HANDS OF A STRANGER (1962). This is another retelling of THE HANDS OF ORLAC, where a gifted musicians hands are destroyed in an accident and He has new ones grafted on that seem to have a mind of their own. Nothing original, but not bad at all and better than I remembered. Good seeing Irish McCalla (SHE DEMONS and SHEENA) and an early role for Sally Kellerman ("Hot Lips" in the movie version of M*A*S*H). Noticed the Doctor who performs the surgery has an "interesting" Bedside manner... He bitch slaps about three people in here!::shocked:: ***

[bamahorrorfan87]

The black raven

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The bloody brood

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The devil’s hand

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The snake woman

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Bloodlust!

[bamahorrorfan87]

The atomic brain aka monstrosity

[bamahorrorfan87]

Monster a go-go

[bamahorrorfan87]

The beach girls and the monster

[bamahorrorfan87]

The undertaker and his pals

[FryeDwight]

THE REPTILE (1966). >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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This Hammer flick, which was filmed back to back with PLAGUE OF THE ZOMBIES-indeed, many of the same sets are visible-is a pretty good entry from the studio. General set up; mysterious deaths in the village, relatives/outsiders come to check it out, met with hostility etc etc. Jennifer Daniel, looking about as adorable as She was in KISS OF THE VAMPIRE (and that's saying something::love::!) and Noel Willman (also from KOTV) give TR solid support .Credit must be given to Jacqueline Pearce, who carries the makeup with panache (despite claustrophobia making it difficult to wear) and and a sympathetic portrayal as the Daughter having to pay for the Sins of the Father.

Also, happily, is another winning Michael Ripper turn. Even more happily, He doesn't meet some nasty demise and in fact becomes heroic by the finale::cool::!
***

[bamahorrorfan87]

Invisible ghost

[bamahorrorfan87]

The corpse vanishes

[bamahorrorfan87]

The brain eatters

[bamahorrorfan87]

Invasion of the saucer men

[bamahorrorfan87]

Night Of The blood beast

[bamahorrorfan87]

War of the satellites

[Poejsic]

"Devil Doll" (1964)

A ventriloquist (Bryant Haliday) hypnotizes a newsman's (William Sylvester) girlfriend (Yvonne Romain) to put her soul in his dummy, Hugo

[FryeDwight]

THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES (1939). First Rathbone/Bruce teaming for a 14 film run. HOTB and ADVENTURES OF Sherlock Holmes are both first rate with intelligent scripts, great acting and atmosphere to burn. The 12 after these two from Paramount were made by Universal and for whatever reason, set in the present day and not bad (although PURSUIT TO ALGIERS AND SH GOES TO WASHINGTON) come close. Worse is how Watson becomes little more than a galoot in too many of them.
This version sticks pretty close to the source and although it's been a long time since I read them, I don't recall the noxious older guy threatening lawsuits in the books, although We have to deal with him here::mad::. Other than him, this is most enjoyable with Basil and Nigel shining with good support by John Carradine and Lionel Atwill. Very suspenseful as the "Curse" almost takes place and You just gotta love the closing line. ****

[bamahorrorfan87]

Zombies of mora tau

[bamahorrorfan87]

Curse of the aztec mummy

[bamahorrorfan87]

Pharaoh’s curse

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Chained for life

[FryeDwight]

INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS (1956)

[bamahorrorfan87]

Bride of the gorilla

[FryeDwight]

THE MASK OF FU MANCHU (1932)

[bamahorrorfan87]

Mesa Of Lost Women

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Ghost of dragstrip hollow

[FryeDwight]

PLAGUE OF THE ZOMBIES (1966). Although made for cheap around the same time as THE REPTILE, this Hammer offering is quite good and deserving of more recognition. A lot of mysterious goings on in a small Cornish village, concerning the operations of a mine. The spirit of WHITE ZOMBIE prevails, but a NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD vibe is creeping up. Decent cast, moves well and a truly creepy segment in a Graveyard. ***1/2

[bamahorrorfan87]

Swamp women

[Sculpt]

The Letter (1940)
7/10

The Lady of this Indonesian rubber plantation (Betty Davis) just shot down a visitor on his way out of the house. She says it was a rape attempt, but since it's going to trial, we're just going to have to see how it all works out.

This film is nicely shot and acted, but is it really that enjoyable to watch? And how satisfying is the conclusion? This is a highly regarded film, nominated for all the big Oscar awards. I don't want to give anything away to anyone who may want to see it. I'll just say I didn't find the narrative particularly engrossing, nor the characters intriguing. I think the ending is depressing all around the block. As a sci-fi and horror fan, I can tell you I don't necessarily mind a non-happy ending, but this ending wasn't satisfying to me.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Girl on the run

[FryeDwight]

The Letter (1940)
7/10

The Lady of this Indonesian rubber plantation (Betty Davis) just shot down a visitor on his way out of the house. She says it was a rape attempt, but since it's going to trail, we're just going to have to see how it all works out.

This film is nicely shot and acted, but is it really that enjoyable to watch? And how satisfying is the conclusion? This is a highly regarded film, nominated for all the big Oscar awards. I don't want to give anything away to anyone who may want to see it. I'll just say I didn't find the narrative particularly engrossing, nor the characters intriguing. I think the ending is depressing all around the block. As a sci-fi and horror fan, I can tell you I don't necessarily mind a non-happy ending, but this ending wasn't satisfying to me.
But honestly, Sculpt, did ANY Better Davis movie have a happy ending::confused::. Some great acting here by Herbert Marshall (hubby), James Stephenson (Lawyer) and Victor Sen Yung (the Oily aid)

HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES (1959)

[bamahorrorfan87]

The killer shrews

[bamahorrorfan87]

Attack of the crab monsters

[bamahorrorfan87]

The unearthly

[FryeDwight]

THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES (1959)

[Sculpt]

But honestly, Sculpt, did ANY Better Davis movie have a happy ending::confused::. Some great acting here by Herbert Marshall (hubby), James Stephenson (Lawyer) and Victor Sen Yung (the Oily aid)

LOL! I can't think of any happy-ending Betty Davis films, but I was happy enough with the ending Of Human Bondage. ::big grin::

I've seen All About Eve, was cool enough with the ending. I saw Baby Jane twice... and I really didn't like it either time.

[FryeDwight]

LOL! I can't think of any happy-ending Betty Davis films, but I was happy enough with the ending Of Human Bondage. ::big grin::

I've seen All About Eve, was cool enough with the ending. I saw Baby Jane twice... and I really didn't like it either time.



I think Everyone was happy with OF HUMAN BONDAGE finale::big grin::! AAE is excellent and WHTBJ hasn't aged well.

THE BAD SEED (1956). Not as good as when I was 9...Patty McCormick is creepy as the seemingly "perfect"little girl who has seriously sociopathic tendencies, as well as being cloying...can almost see her as a VILLAGE OF THE DAMNED child. Biggest problem with the whole film is it's very stagey and pretty much moves like the play. Nancy Kelly for one is so manic in so many scenes that the impact is lost...also a very unflattering hairstyle/dress sense, reminding Me of late Judy Garland; and She was an attractive woman. For Me, the best scenes involve Eileen Heckart (Oscar winner for 1972's BUTTERFLYS ARE FREE), whose drunken grief is almost overpowering. ***

[SerialKiller]

Sudden Fear-1952.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Dead men walk

[Tommy Jarvis]

I can't help but love films like The Fly* (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0051622/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3).

By today's standards, horror films of the fifties and sixties have a certain undeniable camp factor to them. Not that hard with all the "Oh Darling"-lines and all. But it would be unfair to claim that that makes them less ejoyable.

Also, Vincent Price is growing on me. His delivery, his voice, his look,... I'm starting to see the charisma and the style that turned him into the icon that he is today.

In comparison to the Cronenberg version, the story is more focused on drama and less on effects and gore. That said, the fly vision with the many faces of Patricia Owens is pretty impressive. And the special effect at the end was well done too. Props to the make up department there.

A last thing that struck me was the fact that the film was set and filmed in Montreal. Wonder if there was a particular reason for that. Early form of tax shelter? Or just practical? Anyway, you don't really notice, apart from the names of the characters and the fact they throw in a few French wordsevery now and then - though you cannot really hear the Quebec accent.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Night of Terror

[Tommy Jarvis]

Dracula: (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0021814/)

Most of the compliments here should go to Bela Lugosi. He does have a charismatic presence that immediatley fills the screen with his intimidating look and his iconic voice. Making him into the Dracula that is still known and imitated to this date, often by people not even knowing Lugosi or his work.

Granted, for the more ADD prone among us, the close-ups on Lugosi's face may linger on a bit long. By today's standards, some of the descriptions look a bit silly (Oh my God, there is a big dog running by - surely they could have shown THAT back in 1931) and the end is a bit abrupt. But when you open yourself up and let yourself be immersed in the story, the 75 minutes fly by.

[bamahorrorfan87]

The creeper

[Sculpt]

Dracula: (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0021814/)

Most of the compliments here should go to Bela Lugosi. He does have a charismatic presence that immediatley fills the screen with his intimidating look and his iconic voice. Making him into the Dracula that is still known and imitated to this date, often by people not even knowing Lugosi or his work.

Granted, for the more ADD prone among us, the close-ups on Lugosi's face may linger on a bit long. By today's standards, some of the descriptions look a bit silly (Oh my God, there is a big dog running by - surely they could have shown THAT back in 1931) and the end is a bit abrupt. But when you open yourself up and let yourself be immersed in the story, the 75 minutes fly by.
Well said!

Yep, the Dracula 1931 script is directly from the stage play, and it shows. It's both its weakness and its strength. There's some really good stage scenes!

And the castle sets are great! And then Dwight Frye just brings the house down with a totally bizarre and unique performance.

There's a lot a quiet, and so you can fall asleep to it. It's almost a bit of a slow burn. The young people are a total bore, so that's too bad. Should have cast those characters better and rewrote those scenes. And the end is very abrupt. Not perfect, but very immersive.

There's been a lot of other good Drac films: Nosferatu (1922), Vampyr (1932), Horror of Dracula (1958). Dracula (1992) has some inspiring cinematography especially early in the castle. I wasn't crazy about anything in London, but I guess it's a matter of taste.

[FryeDwight]

THE NAKED PREY (1965).>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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Very suspenseful film of an African Hunting party (Hoping footage of animals being shot was staged, but not holding my breath) that pays a heavy toll for rudeness to a local tribe who take them prisoner. The guide (Cornell Wilde, who also directed), who suggested to his party to play nice, is given a chance to survive...by being stripped and running out to the landing spot of a thrown spear before being pursued. Extremely brutal in spots with amazing camera work. Also, the fact that Wilde is in incredible shape is impressive, along with his survival skills. ****

[bamahorrorfan87]

The mummy’s hand

[bamahorrorfan87]

Island of doomed men

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Doomed to die

[bamahorrorfan87]

The boogie man will get you

[FryeDwight]

THE ASTOUNDING SHE MONSTER (1957). Very low budget flick of two gangsters and a drunken moll ("I prefer to be referred to as an Alcoholic!") who kidnap an heiress, see the titular creature (with a glow and wiggling camera) and take refuge in a cabin occupied by Robert Clarke (THE BODY SNATCHER, BEDLAM, THE HIDEOUS SUN DEMON). Lots of leaving and returning to the cabin and trying to avoid the ASM whose touch means death.
Quite bad as You can imagine, but a certain inept charm to it and at least it's short. Shirley Kilpatrick (The Alien-rumors abound that She was Shirly Stoler, who appeared in 1970's THE HONEYMOON KILLERS, but IMDB has Kilpatrick dying before THK came out) is literally poured into her costume and found out that all the backing up the ASM does happened because She was so zaftig that the back ripped out and no money left to replace. In fact, in one of the few shots You see of her back, the fraying is already well under way. **

[bamahorrorfan87]

White Zombie

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Devil’s Cargo

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Condemned to live

[bamahorrorfan87]

The man who changed his mind

[Sculpt]

Village of the Damned (1960)
6/10

Never saw this film before. And I don't want to give the story away. Basically something happens to a small town and it is apparently of a supernatural or alien origin.

It's a very interesting idea, and shot nicely. But the idea rolls out very slowly and barely gets out of the crib. The idea could have been developed so much more in the time allotted... felt myself tapping my fingers across the table.

Interesting note, especially for those who've seen this before... the more widely distributed Americanized edit freeze-frames the children and white-outs their eyes. Looks good on the movie poster, but in a film it's just hack... it's jolting and looks so fakey, it takes you out of the story.

[bamahorrorfan87]

The Gorilla

[Tommy Jarvis]

Village of the Damned (1960)
6/10

Never saw this film before. And I don't want to give the story away. Basically something happens to a small town and it is apparently of a supernatural or alien origin.

It's a very interesting idea, and shot nicely. But the idea rolls out very slowly and barely gets out of the crib. The idea could have been developed so much more in the time allotted... felt myself tapping my fingers across the table.

Interesting note, especially for those who've seen this before... the more widely distributed Americanized edit freeze-frames the children and white-outs their eyes. Looks good on the movie poster, but in a film it's just hack... it's jolting and looks so fakey, it takes you out of the story.

I got that impression with other vintage films as well . Seems like the bare notion of the monster was already so terrifying for the audiences at the time that the filmmakers did not feel the need to elaborate on it. Like the abrupt ending in Dracula: somebody just says so and phew, the monster is dead. End credits.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Voodoo Man

[FryeDwight]

THE HIDEOUS SUN DEMON (1958). One of the very first scary movies I saw on TV as a little FD, nostalgia played a big part in watching HDS again. A Scientist finds out the hard way that "Hangovers and Radioactive isotopes don't mix" and the main plot is almost WOLF MAN-ish, albeit not as good.
But despite the negligible budget and amateurish acting, it's a fun little romp, although Gil (Star/Director/Producer/Story::shocked:: Robert Clarke) is a tool You quickly lose sympathy for as He doesn't learn from his mistakes and continues the boozing, impulsive behavior and extreme lechery; almost surprised He didn't hit on the Senior on the Solarium! The little moments make the film fun, such as how the lamp almost gets the better of Gil, the Piano player (although the Marilyn Monroe-esque Nan Grey is a startling visage of pulchritude), Gil's ranting and the use of library music later heard to better effect in NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD.
The costume of the monster isn't bad, although towards the wrap up, it looks like Robert has had an "accident", more likely just sweating up a storm. *81/2

[bamahorrorfan87]

Fog island

[Sculpt]

Fog island
I wish it was Frog Island

[Sculpt]

I got that impression with other vintage films as well . Seems like the bare notion of the monster was already so terrifying for the audiences at the time that the filmmakers did not feel the need to elaborate on it. Like the abrupt ending in Dracula: somebody just says so and phew, the monster is dead. End credits.
I know what you mean. This being a sci-fi, it's especially disappointing when they don't advance the idea/subject, at the very least to fill the time. No need to be repetitious.

I've seen films go inferior directions, after advancing the initial idea very well, but it's often a matter of taste, like Flat Liners. But at least it's advancing a story.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Shock

[bamahorrorfan87]

The soul of a monster

[bamahorrorfan87]

The undying monster

[hammerfan]

Dracula Has Risen From the Grave (1968)

[bamahorrorfan87]

The phantom 1931

[bamahorrorfan87]

Murders in the rue morgue

[bamahorrorfan87]

The incredible petrified world

[bamahorrorfan87]

House of mystery

[bamahorrorfan87]

The 9th guest

[Sculpt]

Murders in the rue morgue
I always wondered when they'll release the horror film

Murder in the Rue McClanahan (1978)

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[bamahorrorfan87]

The ghost walks

[bamahorrorfan87]

Drums of jeopardy

[bamahorrorfan87]

Bowery at midnight

[bamahorrorfan87]

The devil bat

[FryeDwight]

PILLOW OF DEATH (1945). The (Thankfully) last film in the INNER SANCTUM is about as tedious as the rest of them (WEIRD WOMAN and STRANGE CONFESSION are worth one watch, but CALLING DR DEATH, THE FROZEN GHOST and DEAD MAN'S EYES are very hard going). Lon Chaney JR plays a Lawyer, who may have murdered his wife to marry lovely (and rich) Brenda Joyce (STRANGE CONFESSION and Jane in the 40's Tarzan films), but there may be more to it than that. Extremely lethargic, but at least Lon isn't self flagellating this time around and cool seeing the NIGHT MONSTER sets being used again. **

[bamahorrorfan87]

Spooks run wild

[bamahorrorfan87]

The ape man

[bamahorrorfan87]

The vampire bat

[bamahorrorfan87]

Scared to death

[bamahorrorfan87]

Revolt of the zombies

[bamahorrorfan87]

Green eyes

[bamahorrorfan87]

Son of Ingagi

[FryeDwight]

THE BRUTE MAN (1946). Final film of Rondo Hatton, which reveals the origin of "The Creeper, a homicidal chap who breaks peoples spines. While this is certainly cheapjack and loaded with recycled Police/Football stadium footage and musical cues (mostly from the Sherlock Holmes series), it has its own charm and quite noir-ish in parts . In the style of life imitating art, the Creeper is born due to chemical exposure distorting his features as was Hatton being exposed to gas in WW1 causing acromegaly. Billed as "The Monster with No Makeup", it's pretty shameful how Universal exploited Rondo -this was released about a year after He passed and Universal , probably out of embarrassment sold the film to PRC, the most low budget studio in town.

Some ideas taken from BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN and CITY LIGHTS help move the story along with guest turns by Jane Adams (HOUSE OF DRACULA) and Tom Neal (BOWERY AT MIDNIGHT, DETOUR). ***

[bamahorrorfan87]

The Savage girl

[bamahorrorfan87]

The beast of borneo

[bamahorrorfan87]

Omoo-omoo the Shark god

[FryeDwight]

THE HOUSE THAT SCREAMED (1969). A Finishing school for Troubled girls experiences odd goings on before the offbeat ending, which You may see coming. The makers of BLOOD AND LACE (1971) may have seen this as somewhat similar scenarios between the two films occur throughout. However, THTS can't match the restless crude energy of BAL. Great production details help the story move along. **1/2

[FryeDwight]

LAURA (1944). Great film noir of a Detective (Dana Andrews looking a lot like Dominic West in THE WIRE) investigating the death of a Socialite and later turns out to be alive. All sorts of tangles, but quite enjoyable and stellar spots by Judith Anderson, Gene Tierney, Vincent Price and Clifton Webb who steals the film as the prissy arrogant critic, getting in most of the film's best lines. *****

[Sculpt]

LAURA (1944). Great film noir of a Detective (Dana Andrews looking a lot like Dominic West in THE WIRE) investigating the death of a Socialite and later turns out to be alive. All sorts of tangles, but quite enjoyable and stellar spots by Judith Anderson, Gene Tierney, Vincent Price and Clifton Webb who steals the film as the prissy arrogant critic, getting in most of the film's best lines. *****
Yes, just saw this a few months ago. Good film.

This was my review of it in 2018 http://horror.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1035017&postcount=3780

Laura (1944)
8/10

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In this film noir drama, a Manhattan police detective Mark McPherson (Dana Andrews) investigates the murder of a beautiful, well liked, successful, socialite, Laura Hunt (Dana Andrews), by interviewing her arrogant, older, controlling mentor, columnist Waldo Lydecker (Clifton Webb) and the man Waldo despises, Laura's playboy fiancee Shelby Carpenter (Vincent Price).

Rather than being a hard boiled film noir crime picture, it's served sunny-side-up as a deep drama of depthful unique characters whose own interests and motivations are peeled away like onions, slow cooking a dish you're invested in.

However it's not without its deficits. We know Waldo well, but emotions are dry when it comes to the starch-shirted feelings of Detective McPherson and charitable Laura. The movie plays more a well-told mystery than a thriller, with suspense of intention, not of action.

Laura (1944) won the Oscar for Best Black-and-White Cinematography for Joseph LaShelle, Nominated Best Director for Otto Preminger, and Nominated Best Actor in a Supporting Role for Clifton Webb.

[FryeDwight]

WAR OF THE COLOSSAL BEAST (1958). OK sequel to THE AMAZING COLOSSAL MAN has the Sister of ACM (who We never heard about in the first film) searching for the brother who she is sure is still alive.
Not as good as the first one (although kudos to the Makeup Man), but could have been worse and pretty neat ending. **1/2

[Poejsic]

The She Beast (1966) - Featuring Babs Steele et. al.

200 years after being killed by the residents of Transylvania, Bardella the witch returns and inhabits the body of a newlywed bride. Her husband and an eccentric Transylvanian Count join forces to take on the witch and save the bride. I hated every minute of it, but I couldn't look away.

[Sculpt]

The She Beast (1966) - Featuring Babs Steele et. al.

200 years after being killed by the residents of Transylvania, Bardella the witch returns and inhabits the body of a newlywed bride. Her husband and an eccentric Transylvanian Count join forces to take on the witch and save the bride. I hated every minute of it, but I couldn't look away.
Well, just like Clark Griswold was told... when Eddie's rottweiler Snot gets going, sometimes it's best just to let him finish.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Queen of the amazons

[bamahorrorfan87]

The most dangerous game

[FryeDwight]

KITTEN WITH A WHIP (1964). Very campy JD film where Ann-Margret turns an aspiring Politicians life upside down. AM is quite good here, beautiful (although I think She looked better in the late 70's::love::) albeit Batshit crazy. She was criticized for her acting in the 60's, but She at least tried and she certainly improved as time went on.

Saw this on YOUTUBE and sadly, the only way was Mystery Science Theater3000. CANNOT stand them, with the yacking and the snide remarks. ***

[Sculpt]

KITTEN WITH A WHIP (1964). Very campy JD film where Ann-Margret turns an aspiring Politicians life upside down. AM is quite good here, beautiful (although I think She looked better in the late 70's::love::) albeit Batshit crazy. She was criticized for her acting in the 60's, but She at least tried and she certainly improved as time went on.

Saw this on YOUTUBE and sadly, the only way was Mystery Science Theater3000. CANNOT stand them, with the yacking and the snide remarks. ***
Snide remarks! MST2k?!!! ::big grin::

[bamahorrorfan87]

The monster maker

[bamahorrorfan87]

The mummy’s curse

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The mystery train

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The man with two lives

[FryeDwight]

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (1962). Remake of the Gaston Leroux story looks great, one of Hammer's best. Story is plodding, however, and find the Phantom to be very milquetoast, although He is quite hard on Christine during her training. Edward Desouza good and Michael Gough once again plays another abrasive shit, stealing the film. Must say, though, VERY dissatisfied of how his final scene plays out...wanted so much more! **1/2

[bamahorrorfan87]

Mystery liner

[Tommy Jarvis]

Cat People holds up rather well. Albeit in the first half more as a melodrama than a horror.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Wild women

[bamahorrorfan87]

The sphinx

[bamahorrorfan87]

Jungle bride

[Sculpt]

The Killing (1956)
8/10

A group of middle-aged men plan to rob a racetrack. Directed by Stanly Kubrick. Sort of a film noir, though it's a heist film. Mostly centers around Elisha Cook Jr and his wife who's just with him for the off chance he can give her some money.

Nicely shot, good pace and acting, intriguing dialogue and entertaining.

Quentin Tarantino quoted that this film inspired Reservoir Dogs. I could see that.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Cry of the werewolf

[FryeDwight]

The Killing (1956)
8/10

A group of middle-aged men plan to rob a racetrack. Directed by Stanly Kubrick. Sort of a film noir, though it's a heist film. Mostly centers around Elisha Cook Jr and his wife who's just with him for the off chance he can give her some money.

Nicely shot, good pace and acting, intriguing dialogue and entertaining.

Quentin Tarantino quoted that this film inspired Reservoir Dogs. I could see that.

THE KILLING is a great film. Amazed how quickly it moves , considering it's a Kubrick film and Marie Windsor is so duplicitous.

NIGHT CREATURES (1962). Early Autumn just seems to be the best time to view Hammer films and while NC doesn't seem to be as well known (or thought of) as the Gothics, still found it very enjoyable. Story of a village being investigated by King's Soldiers on suspicion of smuggling aided by Marsh Phantoms, moves well and quite rousing in parts. Another engaging performance by
Michael Ripper, Oliver Reed and Yvonne Romain ::love:: (both in CURSE OF THE WEREWOLF) are appealing and lastly, Peter Cushing::cool::::love::. He was always good in everything and He dominates every scene He's in here. ***

[bamahorrorfan87]

The Devil diamond

[FryeDwight]

HOUSE OF DRACULA (1945)

[bamahorrorfan87]

Inner sanctum

[FryeDwight]

HOUSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1944)

[FryeDwight]

THE MUMMY (1932)

[nossdeortc]

Invisible Agent (1942)
Invisible Man's Revenge (1944)

Both really good, was surprised to see Jon Hall in both, swapping roles, he pulled it off really well.

[Tommy Jarvis]

The man who knew too much:

The more I see of his work, the more I am getting into Hitchcock and seeing how he deserves his name as the master of suspense.

He wastes little time in setting up the characters and sowing the seeds for the later plot. Some plot holes are a bit more obvious now (How DID doctor McKenna get back from Ambrose Chappell, in one piece? He just did. No biggie.) But the overall story of the McKenna's trying to find their son and prevent the assassination still stands solid.

[FryeDwight]

The man who knew too much:

The more I see of his work, the more I am getting into Hitchcock and seeing how he deserves his name as the master of suspense.

He wastes little time in setting up the characters and sowing the seeds for the later plot. Some plot holes are a bit more obvious now (How DID doctor McKenna get back from Ambrose Chappell, in one piece? He just did. No biggie.) But the overall story of the McKenna's trying to find their son and prevent the assassination still stands solid.

Was this the 30's version or the 1956 one-that I saw long ago?

THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME (1932)

[Tommy Jarvis]

Was this the 30's version or the 1956 one-that I saw long ago?

THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME (1932)

It was the 1956 one with James Stewart and Doris Day.

[hammerfan]

Them!

My favorite big critter 1950s scifi movie!

[Sculpt]

Them!

My favorite big critter 1950s scifi movie!
It is the best.

[Sculpt]

The man who knew too much:

The more I see of his work, the more I am getting into Hitchcock and seeing how he deserves his name as the master of suspense.

He wastes little time in setting up the characters and sowing the seeds for the later plot. Some plot holes are a bit more obvious now (How DID doctor McKenna get back from Ambrose Chappell, in one piece? He just did. No biggie.) But the overall story of the McKenna's trying to find their son and prevent the assassination still stands solid.

Just saw this a few weeks back for the first time. Another enjoyable Hitchcock film. It's a little like finding another Beatles song.

[Tommy Jarvis]

Just saw this a few weeks back for the first time. Another enjoyable Hitchcock film. It's a little like finding another Beatles song.

Ah, The Beatles. What's not to love?::smile::

B7X1oUfa8uE

[Sculpt]

Ah, The Beatles. What's not to love?::smile::

B7X1oUfa8uE
Love the background harmonies. So good. That was probably their best single sound aspect.

[hammerfan]

Son of Frankenstein

[bamahorrorfan87]

The white gorilla

[bamahorrorfan87]

Ghosts on the loose

[Twieljocht]

Carnival of Souls (US - 1962) - Very good! 8/10

[bamahorrorfan87]

The shadow laughs

[bamahorrorfan87]

Devil monster

[Twieljocht]

Carnival of Souls (US - 1962) - Very good! 8/10
This was the previous one, sorry. I last watched Viy (Soviet Union - 1967). The ending part was excellent. The night creatures were perfect. 9/10

[FryeDwight]

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA -1925>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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My wife and I saw this last week on the Big screen (Flying Monkey in Plymouth NH where We see many shows) with a Live score being played . I've seen POTO a few times, but this print (1929 re-issue) was fantastic...sharp clear picture and some early tinting for the time that worked very well, especially "The Red Death" sequences.

The story is pretty creaky and as for most silent films, some of the acting can be described as "Overboard", although it was necessary to get the point across. I found the "romantic" leads quite bland and Christine, in particular, is incredibly shallow as well as fickle.

But, let's be honest...the main reason to see POTO is to watch Lon Chaney do his thing. He is incredibly mesmerizing here with that first rate make-up job. Can truly imagine the screams that erupted back then when He is exposed...even though I've seen it before, had a little quickening of the pulse as Mary Philbin began to reach for the mask. Some amazing sets as well and a good job of all the extras during the Masked Ball, but Your eyes will only be on the figure in red. ***1/2

[Tommy Jarvis]

Curse of the Fly (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059076/)

This film ends the Vincent Price trilogy of the 1960s. It gives us the tragic conclusion of the story of the Delambres.

It starts off rather odd with a woman in underwear escaping somewhere and, rather than by using exposition, the film takes its time to set up the characters and how she and Martin Delambre fit together. Proving how these films are more drama by today's standards, rather than pure horror.

The experiment with the transporter has made advances. And it even brings them mundane trouble with passports, but sadly it turns out to be their undoing as well. In combination of the sons not willing to continue the family project. Turns out that the woman escaping from the mental institution is the leadt of their concerns.

A worthy conclusion to the trilogy that inspired the great remake by Cronenberg.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Sinister hands

[FryeDwight]

THE WOLF MAN (1941)

[bamahorrorfan87]

Strangers of the evening

[Poejsic]

Genuine (1920)

Genuine is a 1920 German silent horror film directed by Robert Wiene. It was also released as Genuine: A Tale of a Vampire. Director Wiene created Genuine as a follow-up to his massively successful film The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, using the same writer and cinematographer who had worked on the earlier film.

[bamahorrorfan87]

One frightened Night

[huiyaming]

I love the old zombie films. Night of the Living Dead was so well made. It creeped me out as a child and overall was a good movie.

[bamahorrorfan87]

She wolf of london

[bamahorrorfan87]

The earth dies screaming

[FryeDwight]

THE BIG PARADE (1925). Another silent movie with Live score at The Flying Monkey in Plymouth. Had never heard of this until recently, but very good, albeit long (2.5 hours). Was the first movie made about World War 1, some years after it ended. Idle Rich boy (John Gilbert) joins with his friends when the USA joins in the fight against the Central Powers, meets two working class stiffs who become like brothers and meets/falls in love with a pretty French girl (Renee Adoree). There are some scenes that could have been edited or deleted, but the farewell between Gilbert and Adoree is extremely moving and the battle sequences are very realistic and frightening. Our keyboardist described it as ..."the SAVING PRIVATE RYAN of its day" and He wasn't far off the mark. ****

[Tommy Jarvis]

Freaks (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0022913/)

When you get a chance to watch this on the big screen, there's no reason to think twice. Sign me up.

One thing that struck me upon a rewatch, was how much humor this film contained. While there is a scene in which the freaks are shunned by the able people, there are also sweet moments of the performers bonding and getting together.

Tod Browning's accomplishment is making you care for the freaks. You see th world through their eyes and feel their feelings. In a way, it even has a bit of a message of acceptance and inclusiveness in it.

Wonder how today's audiences would react to the concept.

As a ps, it was also funny to see a character that Kevin Smith referenced in Clerks: the animated series.

[bamahorrorfan87]

Murder by invitation

[FryeDwight]

DRACULA, PRINCE OF DARKNESS (1965). Like most of the Hammers (and Universals for that matter), the basic plot device is threadbare, but it's worth it to see the performers We love. Chris Lee makes his second time at Bat (Get it::big grin::) as The Count, but other than hissing, has no dialogue-He claimed the script had him saying stupid lines, which He refused to do; at this early stage there was contention between He and the studio, which only increased as the series went on::sad::. Still, He looks impressive, although a few of his expressions made my wife laugh out loud. Pretty inventive-and nasty-way to resurrect Drac and nice turn by Andrew Keir-would have preferred Peter Cushing (like the rest of us). but AK does alright here. For Me, though, Barbara Shelley steals the film.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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Her transformation from a rigid humorless pain in the ass to a ravenous (and let's be honest here....ravishing::love::) Creature of the night is dead on. ***

[Sculpt]

Freaks (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0022913/)

When you get a chance to watch this on the big screen, there's no reason to think twice. Sign me up.

One thing that struck me upon a rewatch, was how much humor this film contained. While there is a scene in which the freaks are shunned by the able people, there are also sweet moments of the performers bonding and getting together.

Tod Browning's accomplishment is making you care for the freaks. You see th world through their eyes and feel their feelings. In a way, it even has a bit of a message of acceptance and inclusiveness in it.

Wonder how today's audiences would react to the concept.

As a ps, it was also funny to see a character that Kevin Smith referenced in Clerks: the animated series.
Love to see Freaks on the big screen!

[bamahorrorfan87]

The vampire’s ghost

[FryeDwight]

RUN HOME SLOW (1966). Extremely bizarre Western about a Family patriarch being killed, his oddball family avenging the murder, finding a big stash and trying to hightail it to freedom with all sorts of obstacles, most of which are caused by themselves.
Mercedes McCambridge (in what almost looks like a reprise of JOHNNY GUITAR) is the EXTREMELY butch leader -reminds Me a lot of "Snoop" from THE WIRE- who is determined to keep "Family" intact, although one wonders why with this family. Only other performer I recognized was lovely Linda Gaye Scott (lots of TV and as one of the Saloon Doxies in WESTWORLD) whose Dingbattedness could almost be a start for Blonde jokes. Also of note is the score, some early work of Frank Zappa, a year or so before The Mothers of Invention. **1/2

[FryeDwight]

PSYCHO (1960)

[classic_horror_fan]

For Halloween, I received the Wolfman Legacy collection, which includes The Wolfman from 1941, Frankenstein Meets The Wolfman, House Of Dracula, House Of Frankenstein, Abbot and Costello Meet Frankenstein, Werewolf Of London, and She Wolf Of London. They are all great timeless classics, and always amazing to look back at, especially during the Fall season! ::devil::

[hammerfan]

For Halloween, I received the Wolfman Legacy collection, which includes The Wolfman from 1941, Frankenstein Meets The Wolfman, House Of Dracula, House Of Frankenstein, Abbot and Costello Meet Frankenstein, Werewolf Of London, and She Wolf Of London. They are all great timeless classics, and always amazing to look back at, especially during the Fall season! ::devil::

That's awesome!

[FryeDwight]

ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN (1948)

[hammerfan]

ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN (1948)

Love love love this movie!!!

[FryeDwight]

Love love love this movie!!!

Me too....one of My Top Ten. Just so good in all areas. The Monsters are cool and humor still works. My Wife still breaks up when Lou yanks the tablecloth out and looks at the camera::big grin::

[hammerfan]

Me too....one of My Top Ten. Just so good in all areas. The Monsters are cool and humor still works. My Wife still breaks up when Lou yanks the tablecloth out and looks at the camera::big grin::

He really was a brilliant comic actor

[FryeDwight]

THE MAD DOCTOR (1940). Basil Rathbone (looking a lot like Tom Conway with his mustache) plays a variation of his role from LOVE FROM A STRANGER, using illusion and deception for financial gain. Title is truly misleading, but TMD is worth a look if not expecting much. Good support from lovely Ellen Drew (MONSTER AND THE GIRL, ISLE OF THE DEAD) and Ralph Morgan (NIGHT MONSTER, WEIRD WOMAN, THE MONSTER MAKER). Also has Martin Kosleck (THE FLESH EATERS, PURSUIT TO ALGIERS, HOUSE OF HORRORS); his relationship with Basil in here is a little suspect and would have been interesting to see it explored in more detail. **

[Poejsic]

The Undead (1957)
Two psychical researchers send a prostitute back in time under hypnosis, where she finds herself in medieval times waiting to be beheaded as a witch. I hate every moment of this turd. Still, I can't look away.

[FryeDwight]

The Undead (1957)
Two psychical researchers send a prostitute back in time under hypnosis, where she finds herself in medieval times waiting to be beheaded as a witch. I hate every moment of this turd. Still, I can't look away.

Can't say I blame You since it is Alison Hayes::love::::love::.

FRANKENSTEIN MEETS THE WOLF MAN (1943)>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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Know I have discussed this before, but still enjoy FMTW. The great atmosphere during the titles and the opening scene in the graveyard, one of the scariest parts in any Universal. Good cast (Lionel Atwill, Dwight Frye, Illona Massey, Patrick Knowles and Maria Ouspenskaya) and good performance by Lon Chaney Jr, although his outburst during the song is more funny than anything else.

The biggest thorn in here is casting Bela Lugosi as The Monster, although from a logical (not in common practice for Universal) point of view, it makes perfect sense as Ygor's brain (played by Lugosi) is transplanted into the Monster's skull in GHOST OF FRANKENSTEIN. Sadly the blood types don't match and the Monster becomes blind, which would explain the Monster's stumbling walk with his arms held in front...poor guy is trying not to fall! But truth be told, Bela does look sort of frail here , for He was in his early 60's and not the best of health (although the look of malevolence on his face as his sight is returned is a grand moment for Him) and apparently, the Monster talking in Bela's voice brought more chuckles and the dialogue was removed. So with his lips moving soundlessly compiled with a less impressive physical appearance, it's not one of Lugosi's finer moments.

Before watching again, was looking through an old Monster magazine with an article on FMTW and the author suggested it might have been a better film if Glenn Strange had been tapped to play the Monster with Bela's voice. Obviously, Glenn was an impressive Monster in the HOUSE films (although He just lays there until the last reel) and his physical presence would have been a better pick. The author also suggests it also may have helped to have Ygor's ghost popping up throughout to move the story; eg why does Dr Mannering decide at the last minute to change his course of action.

Of course, all this is idle musing and We have to be happy with what We have, So, despite some oof the stellar points of the film, I still enjoy it very much and would still give it ***1/2

[Sculpt]

Can't say I blame You since it is Alison Hayes::love::::love::.

FRANKENSTEIN MEETS THE WOLF MAN (1943)>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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Know I have discussed this before, but still enjoy FMTW. The great atmosphere during the titles and the opening scene in the graveyard, one of the scariest parts in any Universal. Good cast (Lionel Atwill, Dwight Frye, Illona Massey, Patrick Knowles and Maria Ouspenskaya) and good performance by Lon Chaney Jr, although his outburst during the song is more funny than anything else.

The biggest thorn in here is casting Bela Lugosi as The Monster, although from a logical (not in common practice for Universal) point of view, it makes perfect sense as Ygor's brain (played by Lugosi) is transplanted into the Monster's skull in GHOST OF FRANKENSTEIN. Sadly the blood types don't match and the Monster becomes blind, which would explain the Monster's stumbling walk with his arms held in front...poor guy is trying not to fall! But truth be told, Bela does look sort of frail here , for He was in his early 60's and not the best of health (although the look of malevolence on his face as his sight is returned is a grand moment for Him) and apparently, the Monster talking in Bela's voice brought more chuckles and the dialogue was removed. So with his lips moving soundlessly compiled with a less impressive physical appearance, it's not one of Lugosi's finer moments.

Before watching again, was looking through an old Monster magazine with an article on FMTW and the author suggested it might have been a better film if Glenn Strange had been tapped to play the Monster with Bela's voice. Obviously, Glenn was an impressive Monster in the HOUSE films (although He just lays there until the last reel) and his physical presence would have been a better pick. The author also suggests it also may have helped to have Ygor's ghost popping up throughout to move the story; eg why does Dr Mannering decide at the last minute to change his course of action.

Of course, all this is idle musing and We have to be happy with what We have, So, despite some oof the stellar points of the film, I still enjoy it very much and would still give it ***1/2

Ah, Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man! I had looked forward to watching that film all through my youth. Never seemed to show on TV (along with Bride and Son of Frankenstein).

As a kid I was hoping for Frankenstein Vs the Wolf Man. After seeing it, the title of the film was apt... ::big grin:: they do meet. They (the monster and Wolf Man) might as well have sat down for a cup of coffee. At the time of first viewing, it felt like a rip-off.

A much later second viewing was much more enjoyable. It's a weird and interesting story. And although the Larry Talbot character acts bizarre, and sometimes annoying, he's as earnest as always. And it has good sets and cinematography.

I like the idea of Ygor's ghost popping up would have been a nice addition, would help explain the bizarre behavior. Glenn Strange should definitely have played the monster. The film has one of the best songs in horror film history (Song of the New Wine). I think they should have had Maleva (Maria Ouspenskaya) play a much larger role throughout.

[Tommy Jarvis]

Strangers on a Train* (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044079/?ref_=tt_rvi_tt_i_2)

A great thriller and undoubtedly, one of Hitchcock's better works, no doubt.

He wonderfully illustrates how the unsuspecting Guy Haines is lured into Bruno's trap. Not even in a naive way, he is just trying to be polite to a clingy fan. It also sets up how he has no space to move. The drunk professor was a nice touch in that aspect.

The actors shine in their parts. Robert Walker as the insane Bruno. Farley as Guy, who goes from a charming, polite young man to somebody driven to madness. And Patricia Hitchcock as the bubbly sister Barbara. She adds a bit of relief and a lighter touch to the procedings.

[Tommy Jarvis]

Citizen Kane (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033467/?ref_=tt_rvi_tt_i_2)

A four star epic, no doubt.

You can tell how it laid the foundations for later biopics and life stories. And the images are without a doubt wonderful and sometimes (like the methaphor of the breakfast table) downright brilliant.

Does that make it the best film ever? That's a matter of taste. But it's cerrtainly up there with the all time greats.

[DeadbeatAtDawn]

Nightmare Alley, 1947. 8/10

Director: Edmund Goulding

https://64.media.tumblr.com/f45283671062ea9061fcb9805bbaf2c7/613b5ef9926e0e3e-8f/s540x810/ee9202cf694844028e4adc0a18679b465a43c223.gifv

[FryeDwight]

Nightmare Alley, 1947. 8/10

Director: Edmund Goulding

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Colleen Grey::love::::cool::!! Yeah, Baby!

ATTACK OF THE MUSHROOM PEOPLE (1963). Silly title to be sure, but very moody throughout and better than You would think. In what could almost be a GILLIGAN'S ISLAND precursor, a small craft with seven people is caught in a storm and winds up on a deserted isle, other than a derelict ship which holds a secret. Tensions rise as the group unity begins to fray. More serious than normal Toho fare, I like this and also remember how it scared the bejesus out of my younger Brother when We first saw it::big grin::! ***

[Sculpt]

Nightmare Alley, 1947. 8/10

Director: Edmund Goulding

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I'm intrigued.


Colleen Grey::love::::cool::!! Yeah, Baby!

ATTACK OF THE MUSHROOM PEOPLE (1963). Silly title to be sure, but very moody throughout and better than You would think. In what could almost be a GILLIGAN'S ISLAND precursor, a small craft with seven people is caught in a storm and winds up on a deserted isle, other than a derelict ship which holds a secret. Tensions rise as the group unity begins to fray. More serious than normal Toho fare, I like this and also remember how it scared the bejesus out of my younger Brother when We first saw it::big grin::! ***

Ah Matango! I own Matango (Attack of the Mushroom People). I'm assuming you've seen the original Japanese version? I originally saw the eng dub in b/w... must have been on our b/w TV. Creeped me out. It was interesting to eventually see in color, has a different feel to it.

A lot about Matango is strange, but the worst is this one scene where on the boat, after a long intense build, a mush-peep opens the door and then they cut away to something else, and we never see what happened. So weird.

The sound effects of the mush-peep are really creepy, quite the atmosphere. Horrific, in a Twighlight Zone type of way, but not exactly satisfying.

[FryeDwight]

I'm intrigued.




Ah Matango! I own Matango (Attack of the Mushroom People). I'm assuming you've seen the original Japanese version? I originally saw the eng dub in b/w... must have been on our b/w TV. Creeped me out. It was interesting to eventually see in color, has a different feel to it.

A lot about Matango is strange, but the worst is this one scene where on the boat, after a long intense build, a mush-peep opens the door and then they cut away to something else, and we never see what happened. So weird.

The sound effects of the mush-peep are really creepy, quite the atmosphere. Horrific, in a Twighlight Zone type of way, but not exactly satisfying.

The version I just watched is also called MATANGO, purchased from the kind folks at DCS VIDEO SCREAMS

[FryeDwight]

THE PHENIX CITY STORY (1955). Had never heard of this until recently, but checked it out and pretty good albeit very hard hitting Noir. Small town is in the grip of graft and corruption by local mob and not much chance of being toppled as most of the law enforcement are involved as well. A small group of citizen's are helping to "clean up" the town, but what sacrifices will be involved? This is based on a true story, although some things were changed around.

This gets pretty intense, very much like THE BIG HEAT or TV's THE UNTOUCHABLES and surprised a lot of the violence (some scenes still shocking) and sexual innuendo (Meg Myles, a Pin-Up/Torch singer is quite provocative in her scenes) made it past the censors. Decent cast with John McIntyre (PSYCHO), Kathryn Grant (SEVENTH VOYAGE OF SINBAD) and Richard Kiley in his film debut.

Worth a look-if Your copy has Clete Roberts (a real life TV man, who was also in a couple of MASH episodes) at the beginning, fast forward as He interviews People on who the film was based. Almost a walking "Spoiler alert" and almost 15 minutes before the story begins...really should have been a " Special Feature". ***

[bamahorrorfan87]

Panic 1963

[FryeDwight]

MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUE (1932)

[FryeDwight]

MIRACLE ON 34th STREET (1947)

[Poejsic]

A Bucket of Blood (1959) Dick Miller murders Bert Convey and makes him a statue. I can never look away from this turd. Saw this on 'Halloween Harvey's Festival of Fear' on the Retro TV network.

[FryeDwight]

DIAL 1119 (1950). Pretty good noir of a Disturbed Military Veteran who returns to a Town, but with no Good intentions. Marshall Thompson (FIEND WITHOUT A FACE, CULT OF THE COBRA, IT! THE TERROR BEYOND SPACE and TV's DAKTARI) is effective as the loose Cannon, reminding Me very much of Howard Unruh, the NJ vet who went on a shooting spree in his neighborhood for no discernible reason. ***

[FryeDwight]

THE HAUNTED PALACE (1963). This Roger Corman/Vincent Price "Poe Picture" doesn't seem to be as well known as some of the others They made, but it's really well worth Your time, although there's a lot more Lovecraft here than Edgar. Vincent with his wife (Debra Paget, very lovely and appealing in her last film) arrive in a town to take possession of an old Family home and given the usual hostile greeting, as VP's ancestor had been up to less than honorable practices.
Some good atmosphere in THP and a fine performance from Lon Chaney Jr-his first appearance is a Pip!- with extra support from Elisha Cook Jr, who meets a less than happy end, as He always seemed to. ***1/2

[Korovox]

The Deadly Bees (1966)
Very nice music.
The ending is too straightforward according to my taste.
Enjoyable movie.

[FryeDwight]

THE MUMMY'S SHROUD (1967). Hammer film covers the normal Mummy backstory and the bad fate awaiting those who step into the tomb, but I found TMS has aged better than when I saw it as a teen. Mummy is kind of cheesy in a good way (cool demise too) and some decent acting, particularly John Phillips (His "Preston" is such an asshole) and Michael Ripper who really gives it 110%, one of the better performances I've seen from him. ***

[FryeDwight]

THE RAVEN (1935)

[Sculpt]

THE RAVEN (1935)
"The film is based on Edgar Allan Poe's 1845 homonymous poem, featuring Lugosi as a Poe-obsessed mad surgeon with a torture chamber in his basement and Karloff as a fugitive murderer on the run from the police."

This has the most bizarre description. I've never seen it. So what'd you think? Did you go outside in lay in the street after seeing it? ::big grin::

[FryeDwight]

"The film is based on Edgar Allan Poe's 1845 homonymous poem, featuring Lugosi as a Poe-obsessed mad surgeon with a torture chamber in his basement and Karloff as a fugitive murderer on the run from the police."

This has the most bizarre description. I've never seen it. So what'd you think? Did you go outside in lay in the street after seeing it? ::big grin::

I DID have thoughts of building my own Torture chamber in my basement::big grin::::stick out tongue:: for "deserving" types, especially with the 5 acres.

Do Yourself a favor, Sculpt...check this out pronto. Very enjoyable and Bela is fantastic although He gets a little carried away in parts.

ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES (1939). Second film in the series is wonderful with such attention to Gothic detail and top performances. What I like about this particularly is the relationship between Holmes and Watson. The Good Doctor isn't quite as clueless as in later films and quite amusing in the final scene. Also, his expressions after He's supposed to tail a suspect; He's morose, but after a pat on the arm, how He cheers up! A good showing of the friendship between the two.
Ida Lupino and Alan Marshall do alright and a top turn by George Zucco as Moriarty...GZ gets some good lines in here and probably my favorite characterization of the evil Professor. ****1/2

[FryeDwight]

KONGA (1961). The BATMAN films aside, I think Michael Gough was born to play shits in films and You would have to look hard to find a bigger shit than Dr Dekkar, who is as unpleasant as can be. He returns from an African trip with a chimpanzee. and some carnivorous plants. While working on his theories, He gets the plants to grow, stall his Asst-Girlfriend with marriage plans, turn Konga into a Gorilla::confused::, plots to remove "enemies" and even has the time to letch after one of his students!

Story is pretty wacky, as You may have guessed, but so looney that it's enjoyable. Sadly, the finale seriously drags the story down, but You still might get a kick out of it. ***

[FryeDwight]

LYDIA BAILEY (1952). Decent costume drama as an American lawyer travels to Haiti with a legal document for the title character to sign and finds himself involved in the 1802 insurrection against France. Anne Francis, a few years before FORBIDDEN PLANET, doesn't really impress as Lydia...she comes off as the weak link in here, especially compared to William "BLACULA" Marshall in his film debut. Good performance as "King Dick" and that wonderful voice ::cool::. ***

[Poejsic]

"The film is based on Edgar Allan Poe's 1845 homonymous poem, featuring Lugosi as a Poe-obsessed mad surgeon with a torture chamber in his basement and Karloff as a fugitive murderer on the run from the police."

This has the most bizarre description. I've never seen it. So what'd you think? Did you go outside in lay in the street after seeing it? ::big grin::

Indeed, I did go out und lay in the street after viewing this one. I'm compelled to do so upon every viewing of this masterpiece.

[Poejsic]

Attack of the Puppet People (1958)

Secretary Sally Reynolds (June Kenny) is grateful to her seemingly kind boss, Mr. Franz (John Hoyt), when he introduces her to a dapper young man, Bob (John Agar). Little does she know that Franz is more than a doll maker. It's the sh*t.

[FryeDwight]

SHERLOCK HO:MES AND THE VOICE OF TERROR (1942). After two impressively lavish films from 20th Century Fox, Holmes and Watson found themselves at cost cutting Universal, which for some reason decided to move Holmes into the present and battle against Nazis and enemy agents::confused::! This one is very heavy handed on propaganda and You'll be mystified at Basil Rathbone's hair style here. Basil and Nigel Bruce are still enjoyable and after a "Rah-Rah" speech, Evelyn Ankers gives a decent turn of woman determined to right wrongs by whatever means possible. Only one directed by John Rawlins (the rest were helmed by Roy William Neill, who also did FRANKENSTEIN MEETS THE WOLF MAN), some of the lighting in close ups is well done. **

[hammerfan]

SHERLOCK HO:MES AND THE VOICE OF TERROR (1942). After two impressively lavish films from 20th Century Fox, Holmes and Watson found themselves at cost cutting Universal, which for some reason decided to move Holmes into the present and battle against Nazis and enemy agents::confused::! This one is very heavy handed on propaganda and You'll be mystified at Basil Rathbone's hair style here. Basil and Nigel Bruce are still enjoyable and after a "Rah-Rah" speech, Evelyn Ankers gives a decent turn of woman determined to right wrongs by whatever means possible. Only one directed by John Rawlins (the rest were helmed by Roy William Neill, who also did FRANKENSTEIN MEETS THE WOLF MAN), some of the lighting in close ups is well done. **

Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce are my favorite Holmes and Watson!

[bamahorrorfan87]

House of mystery

[bamahorrorfan87]

The brain eaters

[FryeDwight]

Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce are my favorite Holmes and Watson!

I love them as well. I have enjoyed other team-ups, like Peter Cushing-Andre Morrell (THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES-1959_ and Christopher Plummer-James Mason (MURDER BY DECREE-1979). But mention Holmes/Watson, Basil/Nigel pop into my mind first.

While We're on the subject.....

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE SECRET WEAPON (1942). Second WW2 focus involves Holmes rescuing an inventor of a weapon which will help turn the tide. For such a "brilliant" man, "Dr Tobell" is truly the dipshit for not listening to instructions meant to safeguard him, meaning more rescues by Holmes. It amuses Me how hardly anyone in these films doesn't recognize Holmes while He is in disguise... Basil DID have distinctive features.
A few quibbles, Yes, but decent atmosphere and a very good turn by Lionel Atwill as Prof Moriarty...truly sinister and the conversation between Lionel and Basil is high entertainment. ***

[FryeDwight]

The Undead (1957)
Two psychical researchers send a prostitute back in time under hypnosis, where she finds herself in medieval times waiting to be beheaded as a witch. I hate every moment of this turd. Still, I can't look away.


I actually enjoyed this more than I thought I would and found it better than most Corman films of that time. Cool seeing Dick Miller and Bruno VeSota (ATTACK OF THE GIANT LEECHES). Also, Alison Hayes::love:: is drop dead gorgeous as the evil Witch and quite malevolent as well. ***

[Sculpt]

I DID have thoughts of building my own Torture chamber in my basement::big grin::::stick out tongue:: for "deserving" types, especially with the 5 acres.

Do Yourself a favor, Sculpt...check this out pronto. Very enjoyable and Bela is fantastic although He gets a little carried away in parts.

Indeed, I did go out und lay in the street after viewing this one. I'm compelled to do so upon every viewing of this masterpiece.

I checked out The Raven (1935)...

I've never seen The Raven, probably cause I tend to get it mixed up with The Black Cat (1934). It was alright. Lugosi does a great job delivering the lines of an arrogant mad scientist. Karloff not so much. Karloff starts out fine as a fugitive, but after Lugosi changes his face Boris starts acting like he's mentally disabled and slows everything way down, which didn't make any sense.

The ending is a bit clunky in execution, no pun intended. There's lots of wide shots and just not at all very dynamic in regards to suspense or horror.

[bamahorrorfan87]

The vampire’s ghost

[FryeDwight]

I checked out The Raven (1935)...

I've never seen The Raven, probably cause I tend to get it mixed up with The Black Cat (1934). It was alright. Lugosi does a great job delivering the lines of an arrogant mad scientist. Karloff not so much. Karloff starts out fine as a fugitive, but after Lugosi changes his face Boris starts acting like he's mentally disabled and slows everything way down, which didn't make any sense.

The ending is a bit clunky in execution, no pun intended. There's lots of wide shots and just not at all very dynamic in regards to suspense or horror.

I'm glad You gave it a chance, Sculpt. Karloff really is overshadowed by Bela; as for Bela, I wish He could have put a couple more guests in his "Poe Works"

SHERLOCK HOLMES IN WASHINGTON (1943). The last of the full blown propaganda Holmes films. After this, it was more into gothic territory with current events still mentioned, but not to such a degree. The boys from Baker Street visit DC, with Watson seemingly having the time of his life (especially involving gum) and Holmes put out by being there. A secret document has been put on another object, leading to a "Hidden in Plain sight" scenario. OK, but not much more than that. Besides Bruce and Rathbone, SHIW also has Ian Wolfe (THE RAVEN, BEDLAM), George Zucco (THE MUMMY's HAND), Henry Daniell (THE BODY SNATCHER) and a young married at the time couple Jack Archer and Marjorie Lord (TV's MAKE ROOM FOR DADDY and MAKE ROOM FOR GRANDADDY) who shortly after this had a daughter, Anne, who racked up some decent film credits of her own in the future. **1/2

[FryeDwight]

THE DEADLY BEES (1967). A burned out singer goes to an island for some R'n'R (staying with a combative couple-how could You relax with that) and some mysterious incidents involving Bee attacks begin. Being that there are two non-friendly Bee keepers on the island, it's just gotta be one of them..maybe?

TDB spooked Me as a little one (no doubt, owing to Bee stings I got) and bored Me as a Teen. Still not great, but not as bad as I remembered (and honestly, Amicus did anthology films better, anyway) with decent turns by Suzanna Leigh, Katy Wild (the Mute Girl from EVIL OF FRANKENSTEIN-kind of cute here!) and Michael Ripper (whose real life wife at the time ends up in peril here). Noticed as older a plot device from THE DEVIL BAT and the band on TV in the beginning, known as The Birds, reminded Me a lot of The Yardbirds, especially the guitar player on the right. Turns out the guitar is Ronnie Wood who went on to play in The Jeff Beck Group, The Faces and for the last 40 plus years, The Rolling Stones. ***

[Poejsic]

The Ghoul (1933) Egyptologist and professor Henry Morlant (Boris Karloff) thinks an ancient jewel will give him powers of rejuvenation if it is offered up to the god Anubis. But when Morlant dies, his assistant Laing (Ernest Thesiger) steals the jewel. This one was really well done. It seems that it was lost for a long time until some one discovered the original negatives in an old warehouse during the 1980's. See this one if you can.

[FryeDwight]

RETURN OF THE FLY (1959). B/W sequel to the technicolor 1958 original has the DeLambre son working on the same experiments his Father had been. He is aided by Vincent Price (uncle) and a Friend who isn't all that He apples to be.

Although the "Fly" makeup looks cumbersome, this really isn't too bad and I enjoyed it. ***

[bamahorrorfan87]

Omoo omoo the shark god

[bamahorrorfan87]

Cry of the werewolf

[Sculpt]

Cry of the werewolf

This looks interesting. I kinda like films that are only about an hour.

[bamahorrorfan87]

The little shop of horrors

[TaeKwonZombie]

blood feast

[DeadbeatAtDawn]

Dementia 13, 1960. 8/10

Director: Francis Coppola

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[FryeDwight]

Dementia 13, 1960. 8/10

Director: Francis Coppola

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What a great opening scene::love::::cool::!

SWORD OF SHERWOOD FOREST (1960). Terence Fisher directed Hammer film dealing with Robin Hoods adventures. Richard Greene, who was on the TV series, plays Robin, although He looks a little too podgy to be so athletic. The film looks good with other performers I like, such as Nigel Green (COUNTESS DRACULA), Niall McGiiness (NIGHT OF THE DEMON), Desmond Llwellyn ("Q" in the James Bond films), Oliver Reed (once again being anti-social and with an unusual speaking style) and of course, the Man, Peter Cushing as a pretty good Sheriff of Nottingham. Film overall is OK, but as far as Robin Hood goes, the 1938 Errol Flynn film is really all You need (Don't even get Me going on the Kevin Costner one::roll eyes::). **1/2

[Tommy Jarvis]

The Terror (1963) ★★★

A fun little watch, not in the least because it pairs two absolute icons of cinema. And an entertaining film to boot. Nice atmos. Defintely up for a rewatch.

[FryeDwight]

ISLAND OF THE LOST (1967). An abrasive Scientist travels with his family to the South Pacific, become shipwrecked and marvel at the strange wildlife found on said island. Ivan Tors (of FLIPPER fame) has his name on production, Ricou Browning (Titular underwater denizen of the CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON series and who also worked on FLIPPER) directs and the script is written by another CREATURE alumnus Richard Carlson (also in THEY CAME FROM OUTER SPACE and VALLEY OF GWANGI). There is some excellent underwater photography and interesting cast; Richard Greene (TV Robin Hood), Luke Halpin (FLIPPER, SHOCK WAVES), Robin Mattson (BONNIE'S KIDS and TV GENERAL HOSPITAL) and lovely Irene Tsu::love::.
I liked IOTL as a little FD, but find it quite dull this time around. The scientist /Father is such an asshole, I'm surprised He wasn't pushed off the boat::mad::!
Probably a film that was more fun to make than it is to watch. **

[bamahorrorfan87]

Revenge of the zombies

[FryeDwight]

2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY (1968)

[bamahorrorfan87]

The man with two lives

[bamahorrorfan87]

Condemned To Live

[bamahorrorfan87]

Chained For Life

[FryeDwight]

BARBARELLA (1968). After winning two Oscars in the 70's, becoming a Fitness Queen in the 80;s and marrying Ted Turner, Jane Fonda would probably like to forget this campy sci-fi flick.

Barbarella is a Space explorer searching the universe and ending up in all kinds of misadventures with her usually in danger or a compromising position.

Not bad overall, if You approach it with the right attitude. **1/2

[bamahorrorfan87]

The Mysterious Mr. Wong

[bamahorrorfan87]

Gang Smashers

[bamahorrorfan87]

Voodoo Man

[FryeDwight]

Voodoo Man

"Ram-Boo-Na!"::big grin::::big grin::

CIRCUS OF HORRORS (1960). This extremely lurid and nasty thriller was made by the same company who did the likewise HORRORS OF THE BLACK MUSEUM. After botching a Plastic surgery operation, Anton Differing escapes, changes his appearance and acquires a circus (from a young and with hair Donald Pleasance::shocked::) by less than noble means. Over the next few years, he builds a reputation as having a grade A attraction with extremely attractive performers, mostly women. Never mind when he met them, they were of a mostly criminal segment, with burned/scarred faces (and of course, perfect bodies) who He re-figures with surgery and puts them in various roles throughout the big top, including sexual favors. Lots of fun and good cast including Yvonne Monlauer (BRIDES OF DRACULA), Jane Hylton (THE MANSTER) and Yvonne Romain (CURSE OF THE WEREWOLF, NIGHT CREATURES) who is a vision of pure loveliness. ***

[bamahorrorfan87]

The Gorilla

[FryeDwight]

SHERLOCK HOLMES FACES DEATH (1943). SH and Dr Watson explore mysterious goings on at a convalescent home for WW2 soldiers. Thankfully, this is all that is mentioned of the conflict and SHFD is a return to the gothic style and without the odd haircut sported by Holmes in the previous three installments. One thing still consistent is his snippiness towards Watson which more or less stayed through the rest of the series. ***

[Tommy Jarvis]

Plan 9 from Outer Space (1957) ★½

In the category "so bad it's good", this is a ten on*ten.

Only 80 minutes, but there is a ton of stuff going on. And pretty much all of it is*bollocks.

From the laughable special fx over the cardboard set pieces to the non sequitur dialogues, it's a glorious feast of*silliness.

Or to paraphrase Tommy W: Hahaha, what a story,*Ed.

[FryeDwight]

THE CREATURE WALKS AMONG US (1956). Third and last CREATURE film is an improvement over REVENGE OF THE CREATURE and is better than I remembered. Still, I HATE what happen to "Creech" in this one ;and hate even more the abuse He takes. It's quite satisfying to see him in action towards the rousing yet depressing wrap-up. ***

[Sculpt]

THE CREATURE WALKS AMONG US (1956). Third and last CREATURE film is an improvement over REVENGE OF THE CREATURE and is better than I remembered. Still, I HATE what happen to "Creech" in this one ;and hate even more the abuse He takes. It's quite satisfying to see him in action towards the rousing yet depressing wrap-up. ***

It took a while before I was able to see Walks Among Us... you know, when TV was all there was. It's an odd film, with some interesting takes.. kind of like what Escape from the Planet of the Apes was. Bizarre to see the Creature on the table. But like you said it was nice to see the C get some action in the end.

[FryeDwight]

It took a while before I was able to see Walks Among Us... you know, when TV was all there was. It's an odd film, with some interesting takes.. kind of like what Escape from the Planet of the Apes was. Bizarre to see the Creature on the table. But like you said it was nice to see the C get some action in the end.
It surely was..that guy was a major tool::mad::

TERROR IS A MAN (1959). Filipino remake of ISLAND OF LOST SOULS doesn't hit all the marks, but better than You would think and some pretty solid atmosphere as well. With Francis Lederer (RETURN OF DRACULA) as the hangdog Mad Doctor and luscious Greta Thyssen (Miss Denmark 1951 and a foil for The Three Stooges in their last few shorts). ***

[Tommy Jarvis]

Missile to the Moon (1958) ★★★

A no budget blockbuster. The same level of stupid, just without a truckload of money and the good looking A-listers that come with it.*

And it was*glorious.

[FryeDwight]

THE BLOOD BEAST TERROR (1967)>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>SPOILERS>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Peter Cushing, who is good as ever, considers this the worst film He ever made and He may not be wrong. A mysterious string of murders around the countryside, all evolving good looking men (for a change) killed in a bestial fashion. It turns out a nearby scientist has a lovely daughter doomed to transform into -I kid You not- a Giant moth in search of a mate or prey. Heavy shades of THE REPTILE and the face of the Moth-Woman (maybe based on the West Virginia legend of The Mothman) truly resembles that of THE WASP WOMAN.

Just seriously silly, with a lot of filler (The play being the worst example), so approach with caution. *1/2

[Tommy Jarvis]

The Killer Shrews (1959) ★★★

The first thing that struck me was how a large chunk of this film could just as well function as a stage play. Little set changes, lots of*dialogue.

I was also touched by the lack of gore. Savini and Stavrakis are still years away, that's for sure. When we do see the killer shrews, they look silly by today's standards. As if someone glued some hair on a dog or a similar animal. Kind of reminiscent of that bit on the Simpsons on how "cows don't look like*cows".

The film, however, does have qualities as well. The idea of the killer shrews and the trope of science going where it's not supposed to go, fit well with the age of the atom. And as goofy as the premise is, they do tell it well. The hour flies by.*

Ken Curtis makes for a convincing secondary antagonist and the other cast members do their job as well. Though Ingrid Goude does not have much to work with in her damsel in distress character. Not to mention the actors portraying minority characters. They get little screen time and die*first.

Recommended for fans of vintage*horror.

[Tommy Jarvis]

The Giant Gila Monster 1959 ★★★★

What's not to love about this one? The Happy Days-vibes from the snack bar, the dashing all-American hero with the sweet girlfriend, the swinging fifties vibe and characters for whom a designated driver seemed to be more science fiction than a giant*lizard.

And I don't want to hear any complaining about lousy special effects. That's part of the charm here. Especially how the set all of sudden was filled with match box cars in order to make the gila monster look bigger. Loved*it.

[FryeDwight]

The Killer Shrews (1959) ★★★

The first thing that struck me was how a large chunk of this film could just as well function as a stage play. Little set changes, lots of*dialogue.

I was also touched by the lack of gore. Savini and Stavrakis are still years away, that's for sure. When we do see the killer shrews, they look silly by today's standards. As if someone glued some hair on a dog or a similar animal. Kind of reminiscent of that bit on the Simpsons on how "cows don't look like*cows".

The film, however, does have qualities as well. The idea of the killer shrews and the trope of science going where it's not supposed to go, fit well with the age of the atom. And as goofy as the premise is, they do tell it well. The hour flies by.*

Ken Curtis makes for a convincing secondary antagonist and the other cast members do their job as well. Though Ingrid Goude does not have much to work with in her damsel in distress character. Not to mention the actors portraying minority characters. They get little screen time and die*first.

Recommended for fans of vintage*horror.

I agree, there is a lot lacking from this, but one thing for sure, it certainly doesn't waste time and is a pretty damn good little picture.

EYE OF THE CAT (1969). Slacker Michael Sarrazin meets up with lovely Gayle Hunnicut (THE LEGEND OF HELL HOUSE) and plots to kill His Rich Aunt, played by Eleanor Parker. It seems like a good plan- the Aunt dotes on Michael, so no problem getting close to her- but the biggest obstacle is Michael is terrified of cats and there are a lot of them in the house.

This has great location shots of San Francisco and impressive cat training, but little else to recommend it. Sarrazin's character is such a jerk, You wonder why anyone would want to be around, much less dote on, Him. Everyone else is no
day at the beach either. Watch something else. *1/2

[Tommy Jarvis]

I Drink Your Blood (1970) ★★★½

A highly enjoyable grindhouse flick with a plot that moves along*well.

The fear of water is probably more due to the danger of the toothpaste coming off, but I'm sure more than one seventies-Dale would have appreciated the idea of hippies/construction workers being afraid of*water.

Also, it was fun to see how, in hindsight, this flick might have had a more diverse cast than some of the mainstream pictures of the*time.

[Tommy Jarvis]

I agree, there is a lot lacking from this, but one thing for sure, it certainly doesn't waste time and is a pretty damn good little picture.

It certainly is entertaining. And it stood the test of time well. I will give it that.

[FryeDwight]

DAUGHTER OF DOCTOR JEKYLL (1957). Halfway through DODJ, I realized it is almost a remake of the awful SHE-WOLF OF LONDON (1946), but even worse if that's possible. I like Gloria Talbott (I MARRIED A MONSTER FROM OUTER SPACE) and John Agar (TARANTULA), but they were probably cursing their agents while making this. And what is with the gaudy jacket John wears? Just horrid all around- watch if You must, but You have been warned. 1/2

[Tommy Jarvis]

Jamaica Inn 1939 ★★

If I did not know it was old Hitchcock, I probably would not have noticed.

I love ye old timey English (What say you, mister Rogers?) and the 30s screams, but it did not do all that much for me. The suspense masterpieces are still ways away.

[Poejsic]

House on Horror Hill. Christ almighty this, like Jan inna Pan" (BTWD)", und" I Love Lucy", this fucker is playing some where 24/7. I like it. I have just seen it too many times.

[Poejsic]

"The Magician" (1927) If you haven't seen this one, it's worth a look.

[FryeDwight]

DEVIL GIRL FROM MARS (1954). A group of people at a remote Scottish Inn are menaced by the title character who has some to Earth looking for breeding stock to save her planet from extinction. When coercion and intimidation don't have the desired effect, She has to resort to more drastic measures.

A very cheesy Robot and low budget don't help matters, but Patricia Laffan is pretty cool as the titular character with an almost S/M outfit. Some decent support by Adrienne Corri (MADHOUSE, A CLOCKWORK ORANGE) and the always welcome Hazel Court. ***

[FryeDwight]

DEADLY FEMALE (1931). The first film adaptation of THE MALTESE FALCON follows the story more closely than the seminal 1941 effort, but not nearly is good. There is more Pre-Code sleaze, but Ricardo Cortez is a washout as Sam Spade and the rest of the cast can't match up either, although Dwight Frye isn't bad as Wilmer. If You have to watch TMF, the Humphrey Bogart one is all You will need. **

[FryeDwight]

INVASION OF THE SAUCER MEN (1957). AIP programmer of Aliens invading Small Town Earth and being defeated by teenagers, despite non-cooperation and distrust by local authorities. The alien costumes are pretty cool, but the film on the whole is just putrid and a very long 70 minutes. Don't even bother to watch the 60's remake THE EYE CREATURES-I was nine when I saw and thought it was a stinker. *

[FryeDwight]

COBRA WOMAN (1944). The Maria Montez/Jon Hall films get a lot of disrespect, but I must say, I found CW to be quite entertaining: Certainly no classic, but loads better than much of what Universal was cranking out. A lovely woman (Montez) is abducted to a dangerous island and her fiancee (Hall) follows her with help from Sabu. All sorts of campy dangers arise, including a mute Lon Chaney Jr! ***

[DeadbeatAtDawn]

The Curse of Frankenstein, 1957. 7/10

Directed by Terence Fisher

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[FryeDwight]

THE REVENGE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1958). Decent sequel to CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN that has a rather nasty subplot thrown in and a great climax. As usual, Peter Cushing shines and a very good performance by him. ***

[DeadbeatAtDawn]

Witchfinder General, 1968. 7/10

Directed by Michael Reeves

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[FryeDwight]

BLOOD OF DRACULA (1957). A continuation of "Teen Monsters" AIP was turning out and should have been called I WAS A TEENAGE DRACULA. A rebellious and unhappy teenage girl (Nancy) is shipped to a Boarding school by her father and new stepmother. While trying to fit in, she is noticed by an instructor who has a theory and realizes Nancy would be the perfect subject to try said theory on. Very much like I WAS A TEENAGE WEREWOLF, but not nearly as good. Sandra Harrison doesn't evoke much sympathy and a lackluster makeup job doesn't help. We are also "blessed" by a song...when the guy begins singing "Puppy Love", use the time to make yourself a snack or take the garbage out...awful stuff! *1/2

[Tommy Jarvis]

Earth vs. the Spider 1958 ★★½

I can make a fifties horror movie and make it not look campy.

No you can't, mister Simpson! No one can!

[FryeDwight]

Earth vs. the Spider 1958 ★★½

I can make a fifties horror movie and make it not look campy.

No you can't, mister Simpson! No one can!

You also can't make a group of obviously age 30 and over actors look like teenagers playing rock music...cool payoff in the scene, anyway.


ISLAND OF TERROR (1966). A small island is besieged by murders involving the corpses being without bones, how the menace has the ability to multiply and how can it be stopped?

While it sounds kind of goofy, IOT really is a pretty good little flick and if Peter Cushing is involved, I'm certainly in! While watching it, my wife remarked how it reminded her a lot of a Star Trek episode, while all I could think of were the monsters in THE GREEN SLIME! Check it out. ***