Last Seen 70s/80s Movie

[ChronoGrl]

Atrocious (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1734067/) (2010)


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Pretty average "found footage" film. Since these types of movies really do it for me, I probably enjoyed this more than your average horror fan (the boyfriend thought it was stupid). Doesn't do anything new for the horror genre, or the "found footage" style, but I enjoyed it. Made me jump at the right times, though they do spend a bit too long just running around in the woods (which was my boyfriend's main complaint). Also, when you start to dissect the end, it's really really silly.

Regardless, I enjoyed it. Solid little average flick.

3/5.

[The Villain]

I like Robert Pattinson better in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Me too......because he dies.

AVADA KEDAVRA!!!

[phantomstranger]

A day of Pirate adventure for me:

1) "Swashbuckler" (1976)
-Robert Shaw, James Earl Jones

Plot: IMDB
A pirate and a hot-tempered noblewoman join forces to protect Jamaica from a tyrant.

Phantom's Review: I remember seeing this movie in theaters back in '76 and thinking it was a blast, having not seen it in a while I decided to put it on today and much to my surprise, it's still a blast Plenty of pirate action and adventure. Entertaining story and a fine cast. Robert Shaw seems to be having the time of his life. Watch for a very young Angelica Huston in a totally dialog free role as a mysterious woman in the Governors mansion and, also watch for Horror fave Sid Haig as one the pirates. (the role suits him well) A very enjoyable film.

2) "Cutthroat Island" (1995)
-Geena Davis
Plot: IMDB
Morgan Adams and her slave, William Shaw, are on a quest to recover the three portions of a treasure map. Unfortunately, the final portion is held by her murderous uncle, Dawg. Her crew is skeptical of her leadership abilities, so she must complete her quest before they mutiny against her. This is made yet more difficult by the efforts of the British crown to end her piratical raids.

Phantom's Review: Like the previous film, I also saw this one in the theaters and apparently I was one of the very few. One of the biggest flops in film history, i found this film to be plenty of fun. Geena Davis is not a great actress, but does a credible job as the pirate captain. The best part is watching Frank Langella as her evil uncle "Dawg" Brown. He's chewing every scene he's in. Some exciting stunts, huge sets and plenty of action. A fun movie.
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[BitsNPieces]

Paranormal Activity 2. I liked the first one much better.

Insidious. I was pleasantly surprised with the decent acting and storyline. The woman with the gun is my favorite character.

[Straker]

Atrocious (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1734067/) (2010)


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Pretty average "found footage" film. Since these types of movies really do it for me, I probably enjoyed this more than your average horror fan (the boyfriend thought it was stupid). Doesn't do anything new for the horror genre, or the "found footage" style, but I enjoyed it. Made me jump at the right times, though they do spend a bit too long just running around in the woods (which was my boyfriend's main complaint). Also, when you start to dissect the end, it's really really silly.

Regardless, I enjoyed it. Solid little average flick.

3/5.

Watched this a while back, gotta agree with your boyfriend, had trouble even getting through it, and damn they drag out the running around the maze...

[fortunato]

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1401143/) (2010)


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2.75/5.

I just watched this today, as well. I'm pretty much with you. It was really a lot of fun, but I think it lacked that epic feel that it should have had, like they just didn't have enough material to round out a feature-length. But even still, I did have a good time watching it. The kid that plays Pietari was really great. I'd definitely throw it in every Christmas season.

[roshiq]

The Devil's Double (2011)

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>>: B

BBC Four's Ghost Stories for Christmas: The Stalls of Barchester (1971) & Lost Hearts (1973)

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Followed the success of Whistle & I'll come to You and A Warning to the Curious, this two are another shinning examples of translating the brand of chilling, heavily suggestive subtlety which characteristics M.R. James' short stories into the medium of television. Elegantly produced, beautifully acted and filled with strong and unrelenting atmosphere of unease and creeping dread, both are highly effective televisual adaptations that's highly recommendable for the fans of great old school ghost stories.

>>: A-

[TheWickerFan]

I haven't been able to find The Stalls Of Barchester or Lost Hearts.:(

I saw The Signalman and Stigma, the 1976 and 1977 entries. They were both excellent.

[MichaelMyers]

Just watched White Noise (2005) last night. 7.5/10.

[_____V_____]

Watched a few obscure 70s-80s horror titles I picked up on my trip, over the past few days:

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[The Villain]

Santa Claus Conquers The Martians
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This is a silly and fun movie and i loved it. I'm definitely gonna watch this every year.

[MichaelMyers]

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Looks groovy!

[Tangleduponblue]

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I got 'Frightmare' on netflix right now lol. I've seen it before, but wanted something I could put on and half watch, while I surf. It's not too bad.

[Ferox13]

Frightmare is excellent - I am a big Pete Walker fan.

That 'Fiend' is an aweful film. Dull as shit..

[Fearonsarms]

Have you seen "What Dreams May Come"?

Yes I absolutely love that film-thank you for reminding me :) I'm going to buy that on dvd see if I can get it cheap with vouchers in the Jan sales-at least that has some genuine emotional weight behind it-you actually CARE when you watch that whereas in The Lovely Bones you don't care at all.

[Fearonsarms]

Frightmare is excellent - I am a big Pete Walker fan.

That 'Fiend' is an aweful film. Dull as shit..

Thanks for your rec a while back ferox-Frightmare was indeed excellent throroughly enjoyable film. I'd forgot that I saw The House of Whipcord a few years ago without realising it was a Pete Walker film. I need to see more I'll check out House of Mortal Sin soon.

[roshiq]

I haven't been able to find The Stalls Of Barchester or Lost Hearts.:(

I saw The Signalman and Stigma, the 1976 and 1977 entries. They were both excellent.

Few months back downloaded a pack of 10 BBC's adaptations of MR JAMES' Ghost Stories. Long Live, Torrents!:D

[roshiq]

Hotel (2004)

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>>: C

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011)

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>>: B

Puncture (2011)

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>>: B+

Dead Man (1995)

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>>: B-

The Smurfs (2011)

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>>: B-

[Straker]

Insidious: Light on atmosphere and any genuine tension. Some nice scares and jumps along the way, but not enough to keep it interesting and certainly nothing creative. Anyone who has seen Paranormal Activity will recognise the characters (step forward open minded wife and sceptical husband). Movie starts out solid, but as each minuite passes it gets a little worse. Plenty of loose-ends and dumb character choices/ oversites to allow the story to flow, which just frustrated me more. There are a few nice scenes and the ghosts are kinda fun, but overall I was disappointed.

[_____V_____]

Looks groovy!

I got 'Frightmare' on netflix right now lol. I've seen it before, but wanted something I could put on and half watch, while I surf. It's not too bad.

Frightmare is a blast. I saw it on VHS many years ago under it's original title "The Horror Star" and didn't remember much of it till I watched it couple days back. Cheesy entertainment.

I recommend "Eye of the Spider" as well. A pretty interesting gothic piece.

Frightmare is excellent - I am a big Pete Walker fan.

That 'Fiend' is an aweful film. Dull as shit..

It's a veeeeery slow burner. By the time they show something good half the audience would be asleep. Picked it up by seeing it's cover and thought it would be a half-decent zombie film. I was wrong.

[The Villain]

Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
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Just as good as the first but much more epic. The cinematography is amazing and i thought Moriarty was a great villain. A perfect challenge for Sherlock Holmes once again played brilliantly by Robert Downey Jr. I really hope there will be a third.

It's A Wonderful Life
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I watch this every Christmas Eve. It's a family tradition of mine. I still love it.

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale
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The best Christmas Horror movie in my opinion. A great story and genuinely creepy atmosphere.

SPOILERS:The only thing i dont like is that you dont get to see giant evil Santa but it's okay because its more of a "Stop the evil from rising" sort of movie instead of a "Stop the evil after it's already risen" kind of movie.

[_____V_____]

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Very, VERY impressed.

I have always been a huge Apes fan and this fantastic prequel to the whole saga adds a whole new dimension to the vast storyline. I loved how the makers used a superbly original idea and expanded on it to give us a perfect beginning to this premise. They could easily have called it Planet of the Apes: The Beginning or Planet of the Apes: Caesar's Story, but the title itself is very catchy as well. Die-hard fans will appreciate the wonderful use of CGI blended with Andy Serkis's superb portrayal of Caesar, plus they get to hear that infamous dialogue from the original as well. And the whole revolution of the apes culminating in that wonderful sequence at THE Bridge of all Bridges in the world. Hats off to the effects/production guys - you did yourselves proud.

My only gripe - the two leads. They could have done much better than get James Franco and Frieda Pinto to portray them. Someone like Michael Fassbender could have been more apt. John Lithgow and Brian Cox easily steal the show in the acting department. If only the leads did a bit more, this could have been the best film of 2011. Period.

As it stands, it gets a very high recommendation from me, despite being loaded with CGI and average performances by Franco & Pinto. Watch it for the intense portrayal of Serkis, and the jaw-dropping immensely vast use of perfect CGI to convey emotions as well as magnitude of effects made for the big screen. If you HAVE to see ONE film with CGI this year, make it this one. I promise you, you will leave impressed when the end credits roll.

Zero, this one's for you, buddy.


Rated - * * * * stars

[Fearonsarms]

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale
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Not seen this but sounds intriguing-added to "To watch" list.

[Fearonsarms]

Few months back downloaded a pack of 10 BBC's adaptations of MR JAMES' Ghost Stories. Long Live, Torrents!:D

By the way which adaptations did you see? As far as I know Stigma is the only one I haven't seen that is available.

[The Villain]

Not seen this but sounds intriguing-added to "To watch" list.

Let me know what you think.

[Straker]

The Host: Awesome monster movie, never have anything negative to say about this one.

Leprechaun: 90 mins of stupid, but I love it...

[The Villain]

The Host: Awesome monster movie, never have anything negative to say about this one.

Leprechaun: 90 mins of stupid, but I love it...

I love The Host. One of my favorite Monster movies.

[fortunato]

Hugo (2011)

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Finally got to see this. I really loved it. Being as it was a grand love song to cinema, and especially dealing with Georges Méliès, it wasn't hard to get immediately sucked into and lulled away by it. It was perfect to see on the big screen, with its wistful look at the magic of film, and a call to keep it alive. The 3D wasn't bad, either; not too intrusive, but enough to garnish the visuals for the most part. Sacha Baron Cohen was very funny, too, and Ben Kingsley turns in another amazing performance. Plus, in Hugo, his resemblance to the real Méliès is pretty uncanny:

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[The Villain]

50/50
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This is an emotional movie that is also really funny. I didnt think that would be possible given the serious subject matter but they pull it off. Joseph Gordon Levitt is great in the lead role. He's really rising as an actor. Seth Rogen was great as the funny best friend, a perfect role for him. I really enjoyed this and recommend it.

[roshiq]

By the way which adaptations did you see? As far as I know Stigma is the only one I haven't seen that is available.

Stigma isn't there, I need to hunt that down.

A Lonely Place to Die (2011)

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Decent story, good direction but the ending was quite ordinary.

>>: B

Desperate Hours (1990)

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>>: B

The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (2001-2003)

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Back to back...for the very first time!

>>: A

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Low-brow, campy stuff which is actually quite entertaining. Combine that with the immensely hot Heather Thomas and you can't go wrong with an 80s actioner.

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What say, guys? ;)


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[Elvis_Christ]

What say, guys? ;)


Daaaaaayyyyyuuuuuummmmm :eek: :p

Looks like a good watch will have to check it out.

[phantomstranger]

Aweekend of holiday cheer:

"The Polar Express" (2004)
"A Christmas Carol" (1984, George C. Scott . My personal favorite version of the Dickens classic)

[Tangleduponblue]

Watched 'Attack the Block' for the first time after I went in theatres. My family seemed pretty bored by it, but I like it.

I would've liked the make-up of the group to not be kids, as I can't help but think the main reason for the low body count is that they didn't want to show a bunch of kids getting killed lol. Also, I wished the aliens had a little more screentime, but all in all, I like it.

Plus, anything the 'Spaced' crew touches is, generally, solid gold.

[ChronoGrl]

Gentlemen Broncos (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1161418/) (2009)

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Weird, quirky little comedy. While it definitely imitates the midwest slack-jawed, deadpan humor of Napoleon Dynamite at times, which was a little distracting, but with great characters and great actors and a fantastically bizarre and hilarious parallel pulp scifi story, this turned out to be a really fun movie to watch. I think that if you were ever a fan of scifi pulp novels, you'll like it especially (my boyfriend was and he did).

Not a perfect movie and I do think that it ran a little long, but I really enjoyed it.

Recommended, especially if you're looking for a quirky character piece with a bizarre scifi pulp edge.

3.5/5.


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Night of the Comet (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087799/) (1984)


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This has got to be one of my absolute favorite post-apocalyptic horror movies. I love the humor, I love the fact that you have one seriously badass female lead (played by the gorgeous Catherine Mary Stewart).

If you're a horror fan and haven't seen this movie yet, you really need to.


4/5.


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Hot Fuzz (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0425112/) (2007)

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I absolutely love this Simon Pegg/Nick Frost homage to the buddy cop genre. Just as with Shaun of the Dead, I think that this was excellent directed, written, and acted. It's hilarious, smart, and also had some really great action sequences. Definitely a movie I can watch over and over again... And have.

One of my absolute favorites.


4.5/5.


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Bagdad Cafe (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095801/) (1987)

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Wonderfully weird and charming character piece. I had seen it YEARS ago and didn't really remember much of it other than that I liked it. Glad I watched it again - Cute, odd, little movie about love, friendship, magic, and a roadside cafe.

3/5.

[kyl3thund3r]

The Devils (1971)

I've heard a lot about The Devils throughout the years, but nothing I heard about it could prepare me for the experience of seeing it.

Visually this film is a constant barrage of the most perverse and striking imagery imaginable. It paints a savage portrait of pain and suffering. The entire design of the film is absurd and over the top, the sets are outlandish and reflect the insanity of that period of time.

A scathing review of the disturbing potentialities of organized religion, The Devils is unlike any film I've ever seen. Endlessly disturbing and hallucinatory. A spectacle of atrocity and intolerance.

10/10

I'll be getting a hold of that tonight then.

[leezuki]

i know it's cheesy but i watched saturday night fever, and still like this movie very much :)

[Angra]

i know it's cheesy but i watched saturday night fever, and still like this movie very much :)


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:D

[ZombieDrone]

Don't Look Now.

That ending still disturbs me greatly...as does nude 1970's Donald Sutherland. It's a brilliant horror-mystery though and shows just what can happen when Europe's two most prolific countries when it comes to horror films (Britain and Italy) can accomplish when combined.

[leezuki]

Bagdad Cafe (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095801/) (1987)

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Wonderfully weird and charming character piece. I had seen it YEARS ago and didn't really remember much of it other than that I liked it. Glad I watched it again - Cute, odd, little movie about love, friendship, magic, and a roadside cafe.

3/5.

i love bagdad cafe, great little movie.

[roshiq]

The Village of Shadows (2010)

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A well made, atmospheric French horror. The story seems bit interesting at the beginning but didn't offer anything new after unfolding the mysteries. Overall, quite ordinary.

>>: B-

The Revenant (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Revenant) (2009/2011)

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Surprisingly good. A darkly funny & moving story, recommended.

>>: A-

[cheebacheeba]

The adventures of Tintin.

Note -
Never once read the comic/s of this one...at the time I last really had access to them in high school, I was rather into marvel/image stuff so of course something like Tintin had too much dialogue, not enough people getting hit.
I'll admit that. It's not like taste counts for much in more under 18's.

The movie was fun. I can see what they mean when they draw similarity between this and something like Indiana Jones, but it did so without actually BEING a similar film.
It's got a decent servicable plot that keeps things moving along, the characters are likeable for the better part, the voice acting is above par, and the dialogue is actually pretty funny.
In terms of how it looks, it's maybe the best looking animated film I've ever seen. Also in terms of the 3D bits, it's right up there as well.
I'd say this would be suitable for all ages, I mean if you took your kids to the shitty "Pirates" sequels this will entertain them without making you want to stab your eyes out with screwdrivers.
I felt that perhaps the "after the adventure" scenes towards the end fell a little bit flat, though as an entirety I really enjoyed this film, I honestly feel like that to *find* something wrong with this film, you'd be grasping as straws.
8/10

[Straker]

Cronos: One of my favourite 'vampire' films, great example of how a subtle adjustments to a common theme can create something fresh and unique.... Probably my favourite film from Del Toro.

[tommywikkid]

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Vicious Lips

Now normally I love 80s cheese but this one I just couldnt get any enjoyment out of. Took me 4 or 5 viewings to finally finish it.

[The Villain]

We Need To Talk About Kevin
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This was really good. The bits and pieces/flashback style of storytelling done to the point of not knowing much of what is going on especially in the first hour and the strange out of place music really makes the beginning intriguing. After that, the story becomes more linear but it still doesn't reveal everything until the very end and when it does, it doesn't disappoint. The whole movie i just wanted answers and i was anticipating the ending. I liked how they didn't leave things vague but also didn't shove the facts down your throat. The last few moments were amazing especially.

I recommend this.

[Fearonsarms]

Klass (2007) This estonian drama is completely nightmarish but what's truly horrifying is that it could be all too real. I regret watching it. If you want to-make sure you read reviews first so you know what you are letting yourself in for-I don't think I will ever forget it-scarring viewing.

[newb]

My Son My Son What Have Ye Done

ya got Werner Herzog directing...David Lynch Producing...throw in actors Michael Shannon, Willem Defoe, Brad Dorif and Udo Kier....you gotta expect a little weird.

[Angra]

"Jack & Jill" 0/10

Worst Sandler movie to date and a very strong candidate to the most unfunny comedy i've ever seen.

I was bored for what seemed like at least 2 hours.

[_____V_____]

"Jack & Jill" 0/10

Worst Sandler movie to date and a very strong candidate to the most unfunny comedy i've ever seen.

I was bored for what seemed like at least 2 hours.

And he chooses to watch this on his birthday...:rolleyes:

Vikings can be so gay sometimes. :mad:

[Angra]

And he chooses to watch this on his birthday...:rolleyes:

Vikings can be so gay sometimes. :mad:


I actually saw it yesterday. And yes... it's quite gay.

[Blood Curdle]

Kill List (2011)

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Takes a while to get going but once it does, it's really creepy.:eek:

8/10.

[fortunato]

Septien (2011)

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A truly bizarre, dreamlike, and pretty funny story of three reunited brothers dealing with repression in various forms, portrayed as a kind of spiritual evil. It wasn't hard to get pulled in, taking on the twisted psuedo-naturalism and pace of Gummo, and feeling like an American Southern Gothic novel (which director Michael Tully cites as an influence). It's streaming on Netflix, and I'd at least recommend checking it out for anyone interested in ambitious independent cinema.

[roshiq]

Extinction - The G.M.O Chronicles (2011)

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>>: C

Kill List (2011)

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The 1st act of the film is a downbeat Britt family drama about a "retired/job less" hit man. In the 2nd act after getting an assignment from an ominous employer we see some torture & gore contents and 3rd or final act comes somewhat with a 'wicker surprise' & everything finishes suddenly.
It tired to be an arty horror film but their effort was actually wasted. The main idea or concept behind the story was fine but the way the film maker executed it was really disappointing. The cast & their acting was good but it was another (somewhat less) boring piece like Matha Mercy May Marlene.

>>: C-

Cropsey (2009)

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>>: B+

Nightmares in Red, White and Blue: The Evolution of the American Horror Film (2009)

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>>: B+

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Fantastic film. A mind-blowing script (based on the book by John Le Carre, no less) is complimented by gritty performances, really brilliant cinematography and outstanding direction by the man who gave us Let the Right One In. This should be considered as a landmark in 2011 cinema, heck maybe all cinema in the 2000s.

Highly recommended to anyone who loves espionage thrillers and brilliance in cinema story-telling. Be warned though, some of you might find it a bit of a slow-burn.

* * * * ½

[fortunato]

^Really want to see that one.

[The Villain]

^Really want to see that one.

Me too. Gary Oldman is my favorite actor.

[hammerfan]

Me too. Gary Oldman is my favorite actor.

Me three! Love Gary Oldman AND Colin Firth!

[Straker]

Super 8: Thought it was a decent movie, kinda too close to a spielberg homage to be taken seriously, but it has its moments.

[ZombieDrone]

Super 8: Thought it was a decent movie, kinda too close to a spielberg homage to be taken seriously, but it has its moments.

Nothin' wrong with Spielberg.

Now, I'll just sit back and wait for the contrary opinions to roll on in.

[The Villain]

Nothin' wrong with Spielberg.

Now, I'll just sit back and wait for the contrary opinions to roll on in.

Not gonna disagree. Spielberg is the man and unlike some people, he hasnt lost his touch.

[roshiq]

Downloaded the 1979 TTSS Britt TV mini series few days ago. Hope to see it soon.

Capote (2005)

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>>: A-

Infamous (2006)

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>>: B+

Wanted to see them both after watching In Cold Blood (1967) few weeks ago.

[_____V_____]

^Really want to see that one.

Me too. Gary Oldman is my favorite actor.

Me three! Love Gary Oldman AND Colin Firth!

And you all are going to love it. Trust me.


Downloaded the 1979 TTSS Britt TV mini series few days ago. Hope to see it soon.

Tracking that one down as we speak. I am a fan of John Irvin ever since I watched Hamburger Hill, his version of Frederick Forsyth's The Dogs of War with Walken/Berenger, and I thought Widows' Peak was a superbly made suspense thriller.

The TV adaptation has gotten some pretty rave reviews in it's time and stars Sir Alec Guinness, no less!

[The Grudge]

Scream 4! Such an avid fan of the saga.

[Angra]

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"Super" 9/10


Right up there with my other anti superhero favorites "Bad-Ass" & "Watchmen".

[Straker]

Nothin' wrong with Spielberg.



I didnt say there was anything wrong with Spielberg, just that the movie, at times, bordered on pastiche.

[ChronoGrl]

"Super" 9/10


Right up there with my other anti superhero favorites "Bad-Ass" & "Watchmen".

I really liked Super. A lot. Have you seen Defendor (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1303828/)? I think you'll really dig it as well.

...

The Thing (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0905372/) (2011)


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FINALLY got around to watching the prequel... and I really really wish I had seen it in the theater and not a crappy hotel TV.

I was pretty floored by this movie. Granted, I went in with incredibly low expectations, but there were some fantastic scenes of the monster that honestly made my jaw drop.

It was really smart that they took the "prequel" route instead of the "remake" route, and the script did a great job dovetailing the two together (in fact, it makes me want to watch this movie again and then follow it up immediately with John Carpenter's).

The direction is fantastic, the action scenes believable, and the monster... WOW the monster was absolutely spectacular. Wish I had seen all of its glory on the Big Screen and I want to buy it immediately on Blu-ray. I'm a sucker for good looking, creepy beasties, and this movie did a great job to follow in the style of the original without completely ripping it off. This was a great, fun, monster flick.

If I have to pick on anything it would be that there are probably too many characters, and very little character development, so I found myself sitting and waiting for the monster to appear instead of actually caring who lives and who dies. Also, if you dissect one of the events of the end with some of the events earlier in the film, the reveal doesn't really make sense (sorry to be vague but I want to avoid spoilers here)... But that's OK.

I had a really, really good time watching this and I can't wait to get it on blu-ray and watch it back-to-back with John Carpenter's.

I recommend this if you're looking for a solid little monster flick. Purists, suspend your cynicism. It's really enjoyable.

3.75/5.


...


Also watched a couple of the...

Six Films to Keep You Awake


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The Baby's Room (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0430164/) (2006)

Good, creepy little flick. A great super natural slow-burner that honestly went in a different direction that I expected. Great acting and solid direction. For better or for worse, these episodes are on average better than your typical Masters of Horror.


3.25/5.


To Let (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0477311/) (2006)

Ok - The acting was fantastic, the direction phenomenal, and I love the set... HOWEVER, this unfortunately turned into one of those flicks where our victims have numerous opportunities to turn the tables on our assailant and they just failed to do so. Also, the assailant wasn't really a believable threat to me, honestly. I'd say the first half was great - Built suspense really well, but once it took the turn of the slasher, I just could not understand why our heroes did what they did. It was really too bad. Would have been spectacular with a better script.


2/5.


Of this series, I've also seen A Real Friend (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0461826/), which was delightfully bizarre and charming. The ending was disappointing, but getting there was a strange fun little journey that kept me wondering what would happen next.

3.5/5.


I recommend picking up this little collection if you can find it cheap.


...


Burke and Hare (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1320239/) (2010)


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To be honest, I was very disappointed in this movie, especially considering the director (Landis) and the all-star cast. Lots of potential, but I found it dry, boring, and throughout most of it Pegg and Serkis seemed as though they were just going through the motions.


2/5.

[ChronoGrl]

Nightmares in Red, White and Blue: The Evolution of the American Horror Film (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1337117/) (2009)


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Really solid, interesting and definitely broad documentary. Highly recommended to any and all genre fans.

4/5.

[fortunato]

Also watched a couple of the...

Six Films to Keep You Awake


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/6filmstokeepyouawakedvdcover.jpg


The Baby's Room (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0430164/) (2006)

Good, creepy little flick. A great super natural slow-burner that honestly went in a different direction that I expected. Great acting and solid direction. For better or for worse, these episodes are on average better than your typical Masters of Horror.


3.25/5.

I recommend picking up this little collection if you can find it cheap.

I saw The Baby's Room a little while ago. It was pretty creepy, and I appreciated the philosophical twist, but it still felt kind of flat. I'm a fan of de la Iglesia's work, but that one just seemed rushed.

I've really wanted to see Xmas Tale for quite a while now. Did you see it?

[Angra]

I really liked Super. A lot. Have you seen Defendor (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1303828/)? I think you'll really dig it as well.



Thanks. I'll definitely check it out. :)



About The Thing...

Am I the only one who was thinking, put on a full beard on Joel Edgerton and he could pass as R.J. MacReadys (Kurt Russell) twin brother. :D I was quite surprised he didn't have the lead role, but only a smaller one.

AND am i the only one who didn't understand half of what all the Scandinavians were saying when they spoke english?

And seriously, did ANYONE notice the earring??

[Elvis_Christ]

Nah man I was thinking the same thing about Joel Edgerton. They made Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje a dead ringer for Keith David too.

Defendor is excellent I really dug it. It's a shame it tends to get overlooked it's a much better film than Super or Kick-Ass IMO. I like how it's grounded a lot more in reality. Watched a documentary on real life super heroes that I forget the name of and it made me think how dead on they got it with Defendor.

Super was ok but the storyline has just been done to death for me and Ellen Page tends to get on my nerves.

[ABjerg]

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - for the second time!

Amazing movie!!!!!!!

[roshiq]

Defendor is excellent I really dug it. It's a shame it tends to get overlooked it's a much better film than Super or Kick-Ass IMO. I like how it's grounded a lot more in reality.

Super was ok but the storyline has just been done to death for me.

Ditto.

The Hunters (2011)

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>>: C

[leezuki]

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[ChronoGrl]

I saw The Baby's Room a little while ago. It was pretty creepy, and I appreciated the philosophical twist, but it still felt kind of flat. I'm a fan of de la Iglesia's work, but that one just seemed rushed.

I've really wanted to see Xmas Tale for quite a while now. Did you see it?

I get what you're saying about The Baby's Room - I guess I kept comparing Films to Keep You Awake with Masters of Horror and I'm just ridiculously impressed with the quality of the directing and acting... And even though it was a little flat (I do agree) I appreciate that it took a different direction than I was expecting (something that doesn't seem to happen very often - I'm always a more sympathetic reviewer when the film surprises me, even if it's just a little).

Also - Thanks for saying that you like the director; I just put two and two together and realized that he's the Last Circus guy!!! Have you seen his other work? Anything you want to recommend (other than Last Circus, which hopefully we'll watch today)? I've been in the mood for more Spanish horror after watching these shorts.

Haven't seen Xmas Tale yet - I have the discs kicking around somewhere and I need to dig them up because I want to see that along with Spectre (I just watched these last two on Netflix Instant).

About The Thing...

Am I the only one who was thinking, put on a full beard on Joel Edgerton and he could pass as R.J. MacReadys (Kurt Russell) twin brother. :D I was quite surprised he didn't have the lead role, but only a smaller one.

AND am i the only one who didn't understand half of what all the Scandinavians were saying when they spoke english?

And seriously, did ANYONE notice the earring??

YES! I thought that Edgerton was a DEAD RINGER for Russell - It was actually a bit distracting at times as I had to keep reminding myself that he wasn't the main character in this one.

And, no, I did not notice the earring, though I assumed it was because I watched it on a crappy TV.

Regardless, I did think the beasties were ridiculously cool and ultimately I had fun watching it.

[ImmortalSlasher]

Cold Prey.

I'm always looking for a good cold weather slasher movie. I still haven't found a perfect one. At first, this felt like Dead Snow. But Cold Prey came out first. Also, Dead Snow becomes a bit of a comedy in the end. Cold Prey is pretty good. I wish they made more use of the hotel. It seemed like only a few main rooms and a long corridor. Which made it interesting at times but I would have liked more exploration. The roof, maybe a hot tub or exercise room, etc. But the movie is good enough for me to check out parts 2 & 3. It also has a few good shots with the killer popping up and perhaps the best modern horror origin twist. I'll probably re-watch this again as I watched the dubbed version. I still don't get why movies get these lackluster dub tracks. The only thing worse than a bad movie is one with bad voice overs.

[fortunato]

I get what you're saying about The Baby's Room - I guess I kept comparing Films to Keep You Awake with Masters of Horror and I'm just ridiculously impressed with the quality of the directing and acting... And even though it was a little flat (I do agree) I appreciate that it took a different direction than I was expecting (something that doesn't seem to happen very often - I'm always a more sympathetic reviewer when the film surprises me, even if it's just a little).

I definitely appreciated that, too. I thought the Schrödinger's cat angle was a pretty inspired take on the genre. I never thought I'd see a haunted house film that incorporated quantum mechanics, haha. He definitely deserves credit for thinking outside the box (no pun intended).

Also - Thanks for saying that you like the director; I just put two and two together and realized that he's the Last Circus guy!!! Have you seen his other work? Anything you want to recommend (other than Last Circus, which hopefully we'll watch today)? I've been in the mood for more Spanish horror after watching these shorts.

Yeah! He has a bonkers imagination. I would recommend Dance with the Devil (aka Perdita Durango), The Day of the Beast, and Mutant Action. As you'll see with The Last Circus, he has a fantastically gruesome and goofy creativity; his films always have a strong sense of dark humor to them. Unfortunately, The Last Circus is the only film that's available on Netflix Instant. You may have to search elsewhere for the other ones.

Haven't seen Xmas Tale yet - I have the discs kicking around somewhere and I need to dig them up because I want to see that along with Spectre (I just watched these last two on Netflix Instant).

Definitely let me know what you think if you see it. I always thought it looked really crazy.

[Angra]

YES! I thought that Edgerton was a DEAD RINGER for Russell - It was actually a bit distracting at times as I had to keep reminding myself that he wasn't the main character in this one.

And, no, I did not notice the earring, though I assumed it was because I watched it on a crappy TV.

Regardless, I did think the beasties were ridiculously cool and ultimately I had fun watching it.


I don't wanna piss people, coz.. you know me. That's not my style at all. BUT i honestly got a tiny little bit bored at the middle of the movie. Sure, it was very well made, but it was basically the same things happening over and over again until the end. Not saying it was a bad watch tho.

[ChronoGrl]

Yeah! He has a bonkers imagination. I would recommend Dance with the Devil (aka Perdita Durango), The Day of the Beast, and Mutant Action. As you'll see with The Last Circus, he has a fantastically gruesome and goofy creativity; his films always have a strong sense of dark humor to them. Unfortunately, The Last Circus is the only film that's available on Netflix Instant. You may have to search elsewhere for the other ones.


Thanks for the recs! Looks like the only one available on Netflix is Dance with the Devil, so I'll have to check that out at some point soon.

I don't wanna piss people, coz.. you know me. That's not my style at all. BUT i honestly got a tiny little bit bored at the middle of the movie. Sure, it was very well made, but it was basically the same things happening over and over again until the end. Not saying it was a bad watch tho.

I get that - I probably disproportionately enjoyed it because I'm such a sucker for good looking special effects beasties. :D

...

Ok, so here goes...

The Last Circus (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1572491/) (2010)


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Well, it's definitely an over-the-top, sweeping absurd epic... I'm just not sure that I care for over-the-top, sweeping, absurd epics.

I thought that the movie definitely started strong, and I really liked the dark absurdest humor... But it lost me about half way through and by the time we reached the fantastically epic finale, I just wasn't into it.

Sorry, J.

I bet a lot of people on here will enjoy it, but it wasn't really for me. Well-made and acted, but felt a bit long.

[hammerfan]

Apollo 18....

[Straker]

Story of a Cloistered Nun: Well filmed, visually impressive, doesnt really feel like it qualifies as a nunspolitation flick though.

[Antiverse]

Fright Night. Kind of dumb. Thoughts?

[Angra]

Fright Night. Kind of dumb. Thoughts?

Yea.. great review.

:D

[ChronoGrl]

Apollo 18....

What did you think? I'm actually looking forward to it, despite the so-so reviews...

[_____V_____]

What did you think? I'm actually looking forward to it, despite the so-so reviews...

Here's my review from earlier:

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Ah, the found footage films. Low-key, down to earth, common and modest stuff make them more believable. But when you take them to the big-budget arena, you need to be on your toes to make it click.

I liked the premise of Apollo 18. It could have been more believable if there was something on the lines of Paranormal Activity in this (which I was sorta looking for, from the beginning). But as the story progressed and I started to see the reasons of this film being a sci-fi horror, I had the distinct feeling that this should have been the fodder for a commercial venture, instead of a found footage film. The latter half was novel (at least the makers were thinking of something different), and it made you feel that there were too many things happening at once. Still, the director manages to keep things taut, and you will find yourself biting your nails at least once, if not more.

The atmosphere created by the lighting and the bleak, silent surface of the moon was quite excellent, and the 3 principal actors contributed a lot to it as well. The script was good, although the pace was a bit slow in the first 20-25 minutes. The effects were okay, and coupled together with the multiple camera angles, added a lot of show to the proceedings. All in all, a pretty decent entertainer if you want to enjoy the film for what it is. If you are one of those geeky brainiacs who will look for reasons behind the reveal, you better stay away from this.

* * * ½

[fortunato]

Ok, so here goes...

The Last Circus (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1572491/) (2010)

Well, it's definitely an over-the-top, sweeping absurd epic... I'm just not sure that I care for over-the-top, sweeping, absurd epics.

I thought that the movie definitely started strong, and I really liked the dark absurdest humor... But it lost me about half way through and by the time we reached the fantastically epic finale, I just wasn't into it.

Sorry, J.

I bet a lot of people on here will enjoy it, but it wasn't really for me. Well-made and acted, but felt a bit long.

Haha, no worries. Honestly, I'm with you on the finale. Even for being an over-the-top, sweeping, absurd epic, the ending was too much. Especially CGI-wise. Really deflated the finale for me. I mean, I still really liked the movie, but that would be my big complaint. Sorry you didn't like it. You may still enjoy his other films, though. While they are certainly crazy, I think they might be easier to get into. Dance with the Devil is a sleazy exploitation love-letter. Is it streaming? I thought it was only on DVD.

[hammerfan]

What did you think? I'm actually looking forward to it, despite the so-so reviews...

It was ok. I might have enjoyed it more if I wasn't stuck in a room with someone smoking.

[roshiq]

Bellflower (2011)

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>>: B-

Moneyball (2011)

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>>: B+

[Fearonsarms]

XMen First Class (2011)
Thanks elvis this was excellent escapist viewing and I was overjoyed to see Banshee make one of the films. Much better than the last two. At first I wasn't sure about the cold war setting but I see this was necessary for the epic finale. A very fun filled film.

The Bloodstained Butterfly (1971)
Been a while since I saw a giallo so had to see this. What's most striking about this film is that it isn't the death scenes which are the best it's actually the sparse lurid scenes. It's worth watching for them and like all good gialli it does surprise you. Really for fans of the genre unfortunately not solid enough to introduce people to it.

[Fearonsarms]

The Reflecting Skin (1990) Intriguing and mysterious masterpiece directed by Phillip Ridley (The Passion Of Darkly Noon, Heartless). Though I still prefer Heartless I strongly recommend this as well. It's one of those rare gems that stands the test of time even though it is a period piece of unspecified date. Stunning performances from everyone, beautiful cinematographer that purposefully masters the setting of rural life. Very much a film open to interpretation but there is enough on the canvas to fully impress the viewer. Watch with an open mind and open a treasure of mystique :)

[ChronoGrl]

Here's my review from earlier:

I read your review earlier - I think I'll probably be on the same page. :D

[Straker]

The Man from Nowhere: Awesome Korean Action movie. Imagine Tony Scotts Man on Fire being given the Korean action treatment. Everything that Korean cinema does so well is delivered. Its a simple plot and perhaps not as well orchestrated as something like Oldboy but it still has bags of heart. Acting is amazing but subtle while the action scenes are intense and brutal. Pacing is spot on, everything is spot on. Best action film I've seen in the past few years, highely recommend.

[The Villain]

War Horse
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A very emotional, touching story. I found it to be reminiscent to Black Beauty with the horse winding up with a lot of different people although i would say this is better because you don't hear the horses thoughts so its not silly like Black Beauty was. I loved all the different stories. They did a good job with them. I'm glad to see Spielberg hasn't lost his touch.

[kyl3thund3r]

Bit of a different take on the adbuction movie genre. Pretty decent film.

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[ImmortalSlasher]

Psych9.

Just horrible. It's not a horror movie at all. I saw some notable actors and thought I would give it a try. Cary Elwes & Michael Biehn must have been just picking up checks for this one. The twist & ending was unbelievable. Also, if anyone remembers the old board game movie Clue. The actress who played the French maid, at least I thought she was French when I originally watched Clue. She's in Psych9. Sadly, she doesn't look like a French maid anymore. I had to check to make sure it was the same actress. Avoid this movie at all costs.

[The Villain]

Atlas Shrugged: Part 1
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I didnt expect a movie about a railroad to be this interesting but i was captivated. I'm excited to see Part 2.

[fortunato]

In a Lonely Place (1950)

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Amazing, heartbreaking Nicholas Ray film. Total classic.

[roshiq]

Melancholia (2011)

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Like Martha Marcy May Marlene, this is another 'powerful' film (with a great cast) that can cause severe depression to some of its viewers.

>>: C

Palabras encadenadas aka Killing Words (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0339489/) (2003)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/KW1.jpg

An interesting, twisted Spanish psycho-thriller.

>>: B+

[fortunato]

Safe in Hell (1931)

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Just picked this up through Warner Brother's archive series. Despite them fucking up The Devils release, bless them for recovering forgotten films like this one.
This is a remarkable pre-Code gem. Featuring a rugged cast of characters, and an amazing, shining performance by Dorothy Mackaill, Safe in Hell is almost whimsical, but ultimately anchored by brooding and intense undercurrents, and paced with increasing tension. The last act, then, is a heart-breaking gut-punch. Highly recommended.

[roshiq]

The Innkeepers (2011/2012)

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Like House of the Devil, Ti West's this new spook-fest takes its time to build up the characters & suspense. The story is pretty simple set in a beautiful premise...an old, haunted hotel. The shock factors is kinda low in here which may not satisfy some viewers and with white & fade eyes the main ghost looks kinda silly sometime. But the thing is it's a straight forward ghost story with a little background info and what really interesting is how nicely Mr. West still managed to deliver an effective spooky tale through the doors, rooms & passageways of Yankee Pedlar Inn.
Mr. West shows his craftsmanship as a promising director for genre films another time here by efficiently handling two major technical aspects in the film...the direction and the background scores & sound. The neat camera works & sound mixing beautifully contributed to create & maintain an unease & eerie atmosphere in every corner of the Inn (somewhat like The Shinning) throughout the film and that's the main strength of the film, IMO.

My suggestion: This isn't a horror film that you should watch with your friends or family. To feel & experience the real gem of The Innkeepers, you need to watch it alone in a dark room at night;) (like I did!:D).

>>: A-

[kyl3thund3r]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51XPiF20AHL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

I wasnt sure how well Kevin Smith could make a movie that wasn't his usual stoner comedy, but it seems he absolutely nailed it. It had a fair few more subtle jokes in it towards the end, but other than that it was fairly gritty with a lot of decent action and gore.

HIGHLY recommended.

[newb]

Final Destination 5


fun waiting for the kills......hell of an opening on the bridge

[Straker]

Eagle Vs Shark: Quirky, romcom starring one of the dudes out of Flight of the Conchord. Plenty of laughs, good characters and solid acting from the main cast. While Jemaine Clement (FotC dude) provides most of the comedy, its Loren Horsley who really drives the movie, her peformance is quality and the relationships she has with the central characters are what really makes this movie work.

[ZombieDrone]

Hugo (3D)

Really a pretty good movie and very moving despite the fact that a family film by Martin Scorsese seems odd.

But at least we may have some people who are interested in Georges Melies.

[ChronoGrl]

Apollo 18 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1772240/) (2011)


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I agree with V - This was really well-done and definitely a good addition to the found footage cannon. Geeks who love space, the moon landing, and always wanted to be an astronaut will especially adore this film. ;) I liked how they created a realistic claustrophobic atmosphere. I also like the production value and how "old" the film felt. Great shots of them on the moon as well.

My issues are both personal and also nit-picky. From a personal side, I wish I hadn't read too many reviews (my fault here) because I pretty much made up my mind before seeing the movie that I'd enjoy it, so I feel like my experience was a bit flat (I kept just waiting for the monsters). From the nit-picky side, I don't think you can really run on the moon... Plus I'm not sure that we'd have that level of sound effects. Also, I thought the alien to ultimately be silly and a bit disappointing (though Rue Morgue's review did prepare me for this).

All-in-all, it was a fun watch and I really really appreciate its style, but the scares were a lacking.

3/5.

[hammerfan]

All-in-all, it was a fun watch and I really really appreciate its style, but the scares were a lacking.

I think that was my biggest issue with it - no scares.

[leezuki]

star wars 1,2,3

i still rate the third the best.

[ChronoGrl]

I think that was my biggest issue with it - no scares.

And I REEEEEEEEEEEEEALLY thought that the alien was silly...






I kept on wanting to sing out ROCK MONSTER (to the tune of the B 52's "Rock Lobster") every time a rock rattled


LOL

Though I do appreciate the line in the end implying that we've handed out these little monsters to foreign dignitaries - that was pretty amusing...

[hammerfan]

YES!!!!! I completely agree, including the spoiler. :D

[phantomstranger]

"The Ride To Hangman's Tree" (1967)
-Jack Lord

Plot: IMDB
Three young outlaws try to stay together and keep one step ahead of the law.

Phantom's Review: Likable, light hearted western adventure. A good (and very recognizable) cast intentionally pull out all of the western cliche's. and have fun doing it. Very enjoyable.
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[The Villain]

Dream House
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I feel like they were trying to make an original creative movie but to me it ended up feeling more like two separate generic films. All the different twists really fell flat for me and were really obvious. Also, despite the great cast, the acting really wasnt that good.

[fortunato]

The Docks of New York (1928)

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/de/The-Docks-of-New-York-Poster.jpg

One of my favorite von Sternberg films, a simple, stream-lined classic with a great performance by the gorgeous Betty Compson.

[rugbyp45]

9/10

http://twitchfilm.com/reviews/KillListPoster.jpg

Bloody Disgusting named KILL LIST their top horror film of 2011 so I decided to watch it last night and I definitely agree. It's a chilling indie horror cult classic with some brutal murder scenes.

Have any of you guys seen it?

[Sistinas666]

Kill The Irishman- 9.5/10

Absolutely excellent flick. I loved it and highly recommend it.

[cheebacheeba]

Zatoichi, the one they did a few years ago.
Haven't seen any of the older stuff to have featured this character, though I was quite surprised that near 30 films and a tv series came out.
Hm, this one was ok...it was pretty strange in the presentation...though it was interesting and unusual and the story it told of the characters involved was done quite well.
I quite liked the music in this one too.

[fortunato]

Zatoichi, the one they did a few years ago.
Haven't seen any of the older stuff to have featured this character, though I was quite surprised that near 30 films and a tv series came out.
Hm, this one was ok...it was pretty strange in the presentation...though it was interesting and unusual and the story it told of the characters involved was done quite well.
I quite liked the music in this one too.

I love the original films; wasn't too crazy about this newer one. You should definitely check out at least the first four Zatoichi movies.

[leezuki]

the innkeepers.

it had it's moments but i wouldn't watch it again.the ending kinda let it down for me.

[roshiq]

9/10

Bloody Disgusting named KILL LIST their top horror film of 2011 so I decided to watch it last night and I definitely agree. It's a chilling indie horror cult classic with some brutal murder scenes.

Have any of you guys seen it?

Nice concept but dull & disappointing execution. Didn't like it.

[roshiq]

Occupant (2011)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Occupant.jpg

>>: C+

Rampart (2011)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Rampart.jpg

>>: B

Removal (2010)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Removal1.jpg

>>: C+

[ZombieDrone]

Henri-Georges Clouzot's Les Diabolique.

I've been going through a few French films at the minute, mostly by chance. In the last couple of weeks I've watched Les Enfants Du Paradis by Marcel Carne, Le Dernier Combat by Luc Besson and now this.

It's pretty good stuff, but I knew the ending twist (As I imagine most people here do) but the second twist...didn't see that coming.

[fortunato]

Henri-Georges Clouzot's Les Diabolique.

I've been going through a few French films at the minute, mostly by chance. In the last couple of weeks I've watched Les Enfants Du Paradis by Marcel Carne, Le Dernier Combat by Luc Besson and now this.

It's pretty good stuff, but I knew the ending twist (As I imagine most people here do) but the second twist...didn't see that coming.

Have you seen Georges Franju's Les yeux sans visage? Probably my favorite French horror film.

[ZombieDrone]

Got it set to go on my rental list.

I have them all set to the same priority level so the films I recieve are more or less random from a list of some 180+ films.

[phantomstranger]

"Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of Shadows" (2011)
-Robert Downey jr, Jude Law

Plot: IMDB
Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey, Jr.) and his longtime trusted associate, Doctor Watson (Jude Law), take on their arch-nemesis, Professor Moriarty (Jared Harris), with the help of Holmes's older brother Mycroft Holmes (Stephen Fry) and a gypsy named Sim (Noomi Rapace).

Phantom's Review: First, let me say, I'm a huge Holmes fan. I've read all the original stories and novels, seen dozens of films, collect the comic book, etc,. So when Downey Jr's version of Holmes hit theaters a couple of years ago I was just a bit curious about this new grungier action hero Holmes. Much to my surprise, I thought it was pretty damn good, and the sequel is even better. it follows the same style as the first one, but has a much better villain and a more interesting story. A rare sequel that's even better than the first.

[Ferox13]

I liked it but maybe not as much as the first.

Some Spoilers:

I thought Jared Harris played a great Moriarty and there was some genuine chemistry in the scenes with hime and Holmes.

The inclusion of Irene Adler was kinda pointless.

I like some of Holmes crap disguises :-)

Moran was clearly not a gentlemen now way did he get an accent like that in Eton and they'd never let an oik like him become a Colonel. He'd wouldn't be let into the clubs that he would be later thrown out of :-)


On a side note, phantomstranger. Have you read this, its a nice light hearted take on the Greatest Consulting Villian with some mention of that Baker St dectective too:

http://images.betterworldbooks.com/085/Professor-Moriarty-Newman-Kim-9780857682833.jpg

[roshiq]

Monster Man (2003)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/MM.jpg

>>: B

[hammerfan]

Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows

[cheebacheeba]

Went ahead and grabbed "Splice".
Interesting. Watchable.

[Ferox13]

Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows

What ya think?

[ImmortalSlasher]

The Crazies (Remake).

I haven't seen the original yet but this isn't a bad movie. The ending is terribly predictable however. It's probably one of the most predictable endings I've ever seen and I kind of want a sequel because I like both of the main actors. I also want to see the story from the military side. Kind of like 28 Weeks Later. An actress I liked from the Friday the 13th remake is in this as well. Her death in Friday the 13th was the point when I didn't care about that movie anymore. But her fate is a bit more respectable in The Crazies.

[The Villain]

The Devil Inside
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This was so bad. I found the documentary style really boring but that could just be me. I don't think they did enough with what they had and it felt really quick and that it dragged at the same time. The exorcism scenes were good but the ending was really lazy and sloppy and one of the worst endings i've ever seen.

[ZombieDrone]

The Crazies (Remake).

I haven't seen the original yet but this isn't a bad movie. The ending is terribly predictable however. It's probably one of the most predictable endings I've ever seen and I kind of want a sequel because I like both of the main actors. I also want to see the story from the military side. Kind of like 28 Weeks Later. An actress I liked from the Friday the 13th remake is in this as well. Her death in Friday the 13th was the point when I didn't care about that movie anymore. But her fate is a bit more respectable in The Crazies.

The original's pretty good. It's not the prettiest film to look at (it's age and low budget do it no favours) but it's rather an enjoyably unsettling film.

[kyl3thund3r]

Yesterday I got through a couple of movies, and liked them all, if I'm honest. Started with Beowulf. Was meaning to watch it for ages. It's visually stunning and the action is pretty decent. Also, I've been playing Skyrim a lot recently, and it was essentially like watching a Skyrim movie.

Next up was XXY. I was sent this by LoveFilm, and I have no recollection of adding it to my rental list, but I'm glad I did. Here's the plot summary from LoveFilm

http://d2u9u38z7w7r8l.cloudfront.net/lovefilm/images/products/5/104865-medium.jpg

"Alex is not like other girls. She is a 15-year-old with a secret, one that no other can claim. Her parents keep her hidden away at a coastal town in amongst the dunes of the shoreline, buying time before they must decide on a life-threatening operation.

When old family friend and plastic surgeon Ramiro arrives with his teenage son Álvaro, Alex begins to realise that his visit could change her life forever. As the parents wrestle with the complications that will arise as Alex reaches adulthood, Alex and Alvaro become close, their relationship causing tensions amongst the locals. However, as the parents battle it out to instill a sense of open-mindedness amongst their society, it is the children who prove themselves to be flexible in understanding the sexual leanings and complexities of others."

Last up was Salvage.

https://d319cvonp80bph.cloudfront.net/lovefilm/images/products/1/140741-medium.jpg

"Christmas Eve, and the residents of a quiet British cul-de-sac are suddenly plunged into a world of violence, terror and paranoia when a group of heavily armed military personnel storm their road ordering them at gunpoint to retreat inside their homes. Unsure if this is the sign of a terrorist attack, or something much worse, one local mother finds it in herself to desperately fight to save her estranged daughter stranded across the street. However, with growing dread, the residents soon discover that the threat is more monstrous than any of them could possibly imagine, and survival is no longer a guarantee."

It started off like an episode of late night Brookside (that's a British soap for all those outwith the UK) or something, then very quickly turned in to a very different film. Decent gore, few good jumps, and they managed to inject a new angle into a well worn format.

[Angra]

"The Innkeepers" 8/10

Loved the concept.

Very well directed. Dialogue was good and the 2 terrefic actors (especially the girl. She was actually quite funny. Yes. A GIRL!!!?) in the leads kept up the entertainment throughout, even tho most of the movie is one long build-up untill a very short climax.

[hammerfan]

The Fog (the Jamie Lee Curtis version)

[roshiq]

Territories (2010)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Territories1.jpg

>>: B-

Chop (2011)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Chop-1.jpg

A pretty decent dark horror comedy.

>>: B+

Chillerama (2011)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/Chillerama.jpg

Over the top super hilarious! Recommended.

>>: A-

"The Innkeepers" 8/10

Loved the concept.

Very well directed. Dialogue was good and the 2 terrefic actors (especially the girl. She was actually quite funny. Yes. A GIRL!!!?) in the leads kept up the entertainment throughout, even tho most of the movie is one long build-up untill a very short climax.

Ditto. Loved that build up...particularly the way they maintained a strangely unease & eerie atmosphere throughout the movie.

[phantomstranger]

hiteout" (2009)
-Kate Beckinsale

Plot: IMDB
U.S. Marshal Carrie Stetko is three days from the end of her tour at an international research station in Antarctica after which she'll resign. An incident from her past haunts her. The continent's first winter storm is coming when a body, wearing no gear, is discovered in the tundra. She investigates, soon finds more bodies, and must find a motive and a murderer before the storm and her departure. A U.N. agent, Robert Pryce, appears, seemingly out of nowhere, to help. An aging physician about to retire, a nervous mission chief, a downed Soviet plane, and the weather's deadly elements add to the story.

Phantom's Review: The absolutely gorgeous Kate Beckinsale stars in a pretty standard murder mystery. Beckinsale and the rest of the cast do their best with the material, but except for the location, most of this film is unoriginal. Not bad, if your a mystery fan, but not all that great either.
--

[roshiq]

Exhibit A (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0972555/) (2007)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/exhibita.jpg

Receiving a video camera for her birthday, Judith is excited to document her normal teenage life: her crush on the girl next door, her annoying brother and the installation of a swimming pool in their backyard. When her father Andy "gets a brand new promotion", the family puts in a bid on their dream house. However, through her camera, Judith soon discovers her father is living a lie: the family is essentially bankrupt. As secrets are revealed and the family disintegrates under financial pressure, Andy is eventually driven to the unimaginable.

An exceptional found footage film from Britain. Highly recommended.

>>: A-

[ChronoGrl]

Next up was XXY. I was sent this by LoveFilm, and I have no recollection of adding it to my rental list, but I'm glad I did. Here's the plot summary from LoveFilm

That looks great - Just added it to my Netflix queue - Thanks for the heads up!

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http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1270761/ (2010)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/Dont-be-Afraid-of-the-Dark-2011-Movie-Poster.jpg


I have been looking forward to seeing this movie for a while, to be honest. I'm definitely a fan of Guillermo del Toro, however, I do recognize his limitations. One of his limitations, in this film in particular, is that he clearly was tied to making a remake out of pretty weak source material. The fact of the matter is, there isn't really a whole lot there to pull out a full movie. Typically, this can be dodged by having great characters or fantastic monsters... But unfortunately the monsters were weak - The threat wasn't really palpable (TURN ON A FRIGGIN LIGHT YOU IDIOT), and the characters were pretty idiotic. Guy Pearce's character is such an ambivalent and awful father that I honestly wanted him to get eaten up... Also, humans seem waaaaaaaaaay too easily taken down in the movie. Just couldn't suspend my disbelief here.

Ultimately, a huge disappointment.

2/5.

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Psych 9 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0901504/) (2010)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/psych9poster.jpg


Nonsensical, really. And ultimately terrible. Not really worth watching.

[newb]

Bad Boy Bubby 1993 ....on Netflix instant


fucked up movie but I enjoyed it.

[_____V_____]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51ulq%2BI7vHL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

Rocky meets Robot Jox! Although I prefer the old school charm of the latter (Stuart Gordon's campy but entertaining 90s cult classic), this film had some pretty decent entertaining stuff as well.

I went into this film with very different expectations from what it turned out to be in the end (they could have called it Johnny Sokko and his Fighting Robot and made it more interesting), but yet it was decent. There's no doubt that Real Steel had potential - lots of it. But the characterisation felt flat - specially the kid's character which was too over-confident and annoying for his age. Hugh Jackman did okay, but seemed bereft of emotions. Others did their part, but the highlight of the film - robots beating the crap out of each other, was surprisingly done pretty well. There is a Wall-E moment when Max's robot, Atom, stares at itself in the mirror. But the makers don't go down that path, which could otherwise have been a superb turn for the premise of the movie.

All in all, a decent entertainer.

* * *

[ImmortalSlasher]

Psych 9 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0901504/) (2010)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/psych9poster.jpg


Nonsensical, really. And ultimately terrible. Not really worth watching.


I hate to say I told you so but I told you so. What did you think about the detective character? The position he takes in the end is unbelievable.

[fortunato]

Bad Boy Bubby 1993 ....on Netflix instant


fucked up movie but I enjoyed it.

Haha, yeah. Crazy movie but awesome.

[ZombieDrone]

Cinema screening of Friday The 13th Part 3, in 3-D y'alls!

I must say, I'm not a fan of the franchise, but this one I really enjoyed! It's great if you don't take it too seriously and treat almost more as a comedy. The yo-yo bit was probably the best bit. I thought modern 3-D movies were contrived!

Whether the film makers had that intention, I don't know.

[Straker]

Cargo (2009): A young female medic charged with looking after the crew of a space freighter, who are all in cryo-sleep, begins to suspect she isnt the only one awake....

Pretty decent German Sci-Fi, good story, good atmosphere and solid acting. More story driven than action, but the movie captures the classic sci-fi feel of a bleak future nicely. Definatley one to check out for all you Sci-Fi fans out there.

[fortunato]

Clean, Shaven (1993)

http://images.moviepostershop.com/clean-shaven-movie-poster-1995-1010381078.jpg

Along with A Woman Under the Influence, this is the best film about mental illness ever made. Spare, haunting visuals react and contrast with claustrophobic, chaotic, and terrifying sound design; more-or-less objective visuals and more-or-less subjective audio give a harrowing and heartbreaking insight to main character Peter Winter, who suffers from paranoid schizophrenia and is searching for his daughter. An incredible film that gets better with repeat viewings, as the audience is charged with deciphering what is real and what is a product of Peter's fractured mind. Highly, highly recommended.

[The Villain]

Another Earth
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A very emotional and interesting movie. I don't think a lot of people will like the ending but i for one thought it was great.

[kevin861]

the seven deadly sins
also ,again.

[Angra]

"Dream House" 7/10

Was expecting more spooky ghost encounters. Instead i got one helluva twist in the middle of the movie and from there on out it was all twisty. Nice.

[Fearonsarms]

Last up was Salvage.

https://d319cvonp80bph.cloudfront.net/lovefilm/images/products/1/140741-medium.jpg

"Christmas Eve, and the residents of a quiet British cul-de-sac are suddenly plunged into a world of violence, terror and paranoia when a group of heavily armed military personnel storm their road ordering them at gunpoint to retreat inside their homes. Unsure if this is the sign of a terrorist attack, or something much worse, one local mother finds it in herself to desperately fight to save her estranged daughter stranded across the street. However, with growing dread, the residents soon discover that the threat is more monstrous than any of them could possibly imagine, and survival is no longer a guarantee."

It started off like an episode of late night Brookside (that's a British soap for all those outwith the UK) or something, then very quickly turned in to a very different film. Decent gore, few good jumps, and they managed to inject a new angle into a well worn format.[/QUOTE]

LOL it was filmed on the brookside estate where they filmed the soap. Awesome film regardless :)

[Fearonsarms]

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale.
Thank you Villain!
Surprised by this as it had a lot of intentional dark humour. With some genuinely creepy scenes near the end. Very enjoyable.

[roshiq]

Stephen King's Bag of Bones (2011)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/BagofBones.jpg

>>: B-

[ABjerg]

The Reaping (2007)

I hate that director, and this movie was also a piece of crap. It had a great idea, but the story was thin and it wasn't executed well enough if you ask me.

1.5/6


Someone got a real scary ghost movie from the 90's and up?

[Angra]

Stephen King's Bag of Bones (2011)

http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g348/sanjidhdc/BagofBones.jpg

>>: B-


Pierce Brosnan.

Now THAT's what you call a wooden performance.

[roshiq]

Someone got a real scary ghost movie from the 90's and up?

Ghostwatch (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0200659/) (1992)

[ZombieDrone]

Ghostwatch (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0200659/) (1992)

Oh yes, I agree.

[ChronoGrl]

I hate to say I told you so but I told you so. What did you think about the detective character? The position he takes in the end is unbelievable.

LOL - Who the hell are you? I don't think you've even posted about this movie. Ever.

Yeah, the detective character was certainly unbelievable, but I didn't really give it much thought as the movie somehow got worse as it prodded along.

Meh - I was bored and it was free On Demand.

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Bad Boy Bubby 1993 ....on Netflix instant


fucked up movie but I enjoyed it.

Haha, yeah. Crazy movie but awesome.


A few people have recommended it on this board, but to be honest I haven't watched it because I think that the scenes with the cat would upset me. :o

Tell me true - Do you think I'd actually enjoy it? Or will it just disturb me and make he unhappy?

[newb]

A few people have recommended it on this board, but to be honest I haven't watched it because I think that the scenes with the cat would upset me. :o

Tell me true - Do you think I'd actually enjoy it? Or will it just disturb me and make he unhappy?

I think they would disturb you.

[fortunato]

A few people have recommended it on this board, but to be honest I haven't watched it because I think that the scenes with the cat would upset me. :o

Tell me true - Do you think I'd actually enjoy it? Or will it just disturb me and make he unhappy?

Well, the cat scenes are definitely rough. But everything I've read about it says that no real harm was done to any cat on screen, and that there was a vet and animal cruelty rep present on set. However, one cat that they got from a shelter ended up having to be euthanized later, back at the shelter, which is, at least at the time, SOP in Australia. So it's really up to you. It's a really fascinating film, and a challenging watch for several reasons.

[Sistinas666]

Yea, the cat scenes are disturbing but it really isn't over the top and its important to the plot, IMO.

[ImmortalSlasher]

LOL - Who the hell are you? I don't think you've even posted about this movie. Ever.

Yeah, the detective character was certainly unbelievable, but I didn't really give it much thought as the movie somehow got worse as it prodded along.

Meh - I was bored and it was free On Demand.


I probably should have put some kind of picture on my review. It's on page 3610 of this thread. I watched it on demand too. It's just another bad free Fear net movie.

Also, I'm new and going to create a new member thread once I figure it out.

Psych9.

Just horrible. It's not a horror movie at all. I saw some notable actors and thought I would give it a try. Cary Elwes & Michael Biehn must have been just picking up checks for this one. The twist & ending was unbelievable. Also, if anyone remembers the old board game movie Clue. The actress who played the French maid, at least I thought she was French when I originally watched Clue. She's in Psych9. Sadly, she doesn't look like a French maid anymore. I had to check to make sure it was the same actress. Avoid this movie at all costs.

[ChronoGrl]

I think they would disturb you.

Well, the cat scenes are definitely rough. But everything I've read about it says that no real harm was done to any cat on screen, and that there was a vet and animal cruelty rep present on set. However, one cat that they got from a shelter ended up having to be euthanized later, back at the shelter, which is, at least at the time, SOP in Australia. So it's really up to you. It's a really fascinating film, and a challenging watch for several reasons.

Thanks, guys - That what I figured... And I appreciate the insight, J, in terms of how the cats were actually treated. I'm really curious about it just because a lot of people on here think it's a great film (you guys, Ferox, EC, and Roshiq, just to name a few), so I think I need to get over my wimpyness and just watch it.

Yea, the cat scenes are disturbing but it really isn't over the top and its important to the plot, IMO.

I think you hit the nail on the head - I keep telling myself, "This isn't a cat-torturing movie. Get over it." Now if only I'd listen... ;)


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Let Me In (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1228987/) (2010)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/letmein.jpg


To be honest, I really loved the original movie (HIGHLY recommended for those of you who haven't seen it yet), so I had avoided the remake purposefully. Based on the positive reviews, however, I knew I had to see it eventually, and so I did last night...

And, honestly, it's a really good movie. Very good. In fact, if it wasn't a remake it might have blown me away just a little... But considering it's nearly a line-by-line remake of the original, I just wonder Why did this need to be made? Not that it was a bad movie... Just completely unnecessary, especially since it followed the original so closely. Damn, are Americans THAT LAZY when it comes to reading subtitles?

I would say that the one clear advantage that this movie had over the original was the portrayal of Owen; I found him significantly more sympathetic while at the same time horrifyingly more creepy. I thought that it was a better casting decision and I both connected with him and feared him at the same time; in Let the Right One In I found the kid who played Oskar to be doughy, durfy, and slightly retarded... Though that could have been the language barrier... I didn't connect with him; I found him weak and pretty lame... But in the remake I definitely connected with Owen.

It was interesting what they did with Abby in the remake; she was definitely more manipulative, though I prefer the subtly to Eli in the original; I thought she was brilliant.

Also, the remake definitely lacked the creepy crawly pedophilic sexual undertones of the original, which, to me, were key to the plot and core of the film and what truly put me at dis-ease. Friggin American pussies.

In short, it's good... Would have been GREAT if it wasn't just an American cookie-cutter remake. Bizarre.

3.5/5.

[Elvis_Christ]

This Is England

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Eyc6cTb4j4A/TZRr57BJVeI/AAAAAAAAANA/LGfv7HZRKWk/s1600/this%2Bis%2Bengland.jpg

Brilliant. Enjoyed it even more this time round. Guessing most of you would've seen it already but if you haven't definitely get onto checking it out.

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Damn, are Americans THAT LAZY when it comes to reading subtitles?

I just can't be fucked sometimes :D ...but I don't actively avoid films with subtitles like a lot of people seem too. I don't tend to put on a foreign these days if I just want to vege out and relax.

I got a lot more into the remake than the original for some reason. Don't think I was really in the mood when I watched it always meant to give it another spin. I just got more lost in the story watching the remake. Like you I preferred the remake's portrayal of Owen.

[tommywikkid]

http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT22ypMLaMdQx4_jFvJ00_LCCdo8S6mK b6yhKrFi8n6CvkUA_v_8w

Run Bitch Run

Another rape revenge movie. This one is pretty twisted ill give it that. The music really made the movie even better for me.

3/5

[Elvis_Christ]

Run Bitch Run

Another rape revenge movie. This one is pretty twisted ill give it that. The music really made the movie even better for me.

3/5

Totally forgot about this. Will have to check it out.

[tommywikkid]

Totally forgot about this. Will have to check it out.

Its really not bad, if ya like that kind of exploitation movies you'll dig it

[The Villain]

"Dream House" 7/10

Was expecting more spooky ghost encounters. Instead i got one helluva twist in the middle of the movie and from there on out it was all twisty. Nice.

That twist was terrible and really predictable as were the others.

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale.
Thank you Villain!
Surprised by this as it had a lot of intentional dark humour. With some genuinely creepy scenes near the end. Very enjoyable.

You're welcome. Glad you liked it.

[Bob Gray]

Last one I watched was Arena, it was ok.

[Angra]

That twist was terrible and really predictable as were the others.





Predictable???

You must've read something about this movie before seeing it.

I knew nothing about it other than it had a pretty cool cover and you thought it sucked.

[Sistinas666]

This Is England

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Eyc6cTb4j4A/TZRr57BJVeI/AAAAAAAAANA/LGfv7HZRKWk/s1600/this%2Bis%2Bengland.jpg

Brilliant. Enjoyed it even more this time round. Guessing most of you would've seen it already but if you haven't definitely get onto checking it out.


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I just can't be fucked sometimes :D ...but I don't actively avoid films with subtitles like a lot of people seem too. I don't tend to put on a foreign these days if I just want to vege out and relax.

I got a lot more into the remake than the original for some reason. Don't think I was really in the mood when I watched it always meant to give it another spin. I just got more lost in the story watching the remake. Like you I preferred the remake's portrayal of Owen.


I agree 100%. Excellent film.

[The Villain]

Predictable???

You must've read something about this movie before seeing it.

I knew nothing about it other than it had a pretty cool cover and you thought it sucked.

Actually no i didn't read anything about it before i saw it. They just made it really really obvious. I don't see how anyone wouldn't be able to figure it out.

[The Villain]

The Debt
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I thought this would be more epic and dramatic but it just ended up as a typical espionage thriller/action movie. It's still a good movie, just not a great one. I had hopes for this and ultimately was disappointed.

[roshiq]

The Debt

I thought this would be more epic and dramatic but it just ended up as a typical espionage thriller/action movie. It's still a good movie, just not a great one. I had hopes for this and ultimately was disappointed.

I wasn't so disappointed but I just didn't get how some field agents could kept a lie...a big failure of a major assignment as a secret from an organization like Mossad for all those years...that's really silly and hard to believe.

[roshiq]

His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th (2009)

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>>: A-

[Angra]

"Chillerama" 5-6/10

I was certain this was directed by the same guy who was behind "Poultrygeist". Turns out it wasn't even a Troma. All the signs were there..

Didn't really find it funny untill the ending. THAT had me laughing. The busy dude looking at the camera saying, "... what?!!" :D

[The Villain]

I wasn't so disappointed but I just didn't get how some field agents could kept a lie...a big failure of a major assignment as a secret from an organization like Mossad for all those years...that's really silly and hard to believe.

Yeah that definitely was stupid

[_____V_____]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51i%2B-IaYnWL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

Excellent entertainer. Recommended.

* * * ½

[roshiq]

Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy (1979 & 2011)

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This is not our typical mambo-jumbo heavy action packed spy thriller like 007, Jason Bourne or Ethan Hunt stories. Directed by John Irvin, the 1979 BBC TV-miniseries is a highly gripping, sharp & dialog driven British espionage tale set on the backdrop of 50s & 60s cold war. The thing is a TV series allows much more time for the story & character development for such a sensitive story like this with a great amount of diversified characters & events. And BBC superbly utilized its running time through the creative hands of John Irvin where it seems they followed the original novel of John Le Carre almost word by word every detail; resulting a perfect adaptation, too good for TV. The cast assembles a bunch of such brilliant actors like Alec Guinness (as George Smiley), Ian Bannen, Joss Ackland, Patrick Stewart (cameo as Karla) & many more of that golden era all together into the fascinating 'A mole in the Circus' mystery.

After watching the 7 part miniseries I instantly downloaded & saw the very recent Film version of TTSS last night. Like following the rewarding footsteps of John Irvin's miniseries, Tomas Alfredson's 2011 film adaptation also comes with a great cast of respected contemporary actors like John Hurt, Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Toby Jones, Tom Hardy & many more. Along with this great cast the 2nd grand thing about the movie is Tomas Alfredson's neat & stylish camera works & cinematography. But sadly I have to say that's the only few good things about the movie.

I'm not sure but perhaps it's because I saw the BBC's miniseries first where the story & the characters were very detailed & clear but I think for most of the viewers who haven't read the novel or seen the miniseries it'd be kind of hard to follow or enjoy the whole gem of the story. There was a clear rush to tell the story in the film where it was like either they cut or compressed the story, some of the characters have never got the space that they need, to build up the tension that was required for the mystery to unfold nicely. IMO: it'd be better if they made the film adaptation into 2 parts keeping the same cast except for the actor who played Tobe Esterhase (that was a miscast for the role).

And the thing that I missed most was the highly symbolic opening title credits of the miniseries that features Russian nesting dolls gradually revealing a doll more irate than the previous, with the final doll being faceless!

My suggestion: Watch the BBC miniseries or read the novel first before going to see the film. That will help you a lot to enjoy this fascinating espionage tale of tracking down a double agent in the top of British Secret service.

Soon I'll definitely download & check out Smiley's People (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083480/), the 1982 BBC's sequel of TTSS!

>>: BBC Miniseries: A+

>>: The 2011 movie: B

[drippedblood]

Trollhunter on blu ray - loved it! Funny and scary with awesome monsters!

four stars ****

[Straker]

I'm Still Here (2010): The Joaquin Phoenix mockumentary... Don't really get why he got so much flack for this movie. It's a really solid comedy with a great concept and some really quality acting. Somewhere between a Christopher Guest mockumentary and something like Ali G or Borat, slow paced but plenty of laughs. Well worth a watch, really enjoyed it.

[Ferox13]

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Good stuff but a bit predicable.

[ChronoGrl]

The Runaways (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1017451/) (2010)

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Second time watching it and it's still fantastic. Incredibly well-directed and acted biopic. Stewart and Fanning truly do a great job at being Jett and Currie respectively. Still shocking and disturbing how these young women were exploited and taken advantage of, but I think that this movie truly captures the mood and the blur of their experiences at the time.

Highly recommended if you haven't seen it yet. I really need to own this.

4.5/5.

[roshiq]

Carnage (2011)

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>>: B

Real Steel (2011)

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>>: B+

Dogtooth (2009)

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>>: A-

[zwoti]

the dorm that dripped blood (pranks)
humongous
nightmare (nightmares in a damaged brain)
the incredible melting man
zombie
mystery on monster island
panic button
maniac cop
frankenhooker
oasis of fear
pirates of the caribbean: on stranger tides
elvis
captain america
up from the depths
demon of paradise
the girl with the dragon tattoo
the girl who played with fire
the girl who kicked the hornets' nest
final destination 5
rare exports

[hammerfan]

The Fountain

[hammerfan]

Friday the 13th

[The Villain]

Tinker, Tailor, Solider, Spy
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I had a little trouble following what was going on at first but as the movie went, i caught on and i loved it. I was transfixed to the screen anxiously awaiting to see who the mole was and loving the investigation. The performances in this movie are amazing and i definitely think the movie and Gary Oldman deserve an Academy Award Nomination.

[The Villain]

Texas Killing Fields
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Some of the scenes fell flat and it was kind of a mess. One storyline goes completely uncompleted and the story as a whole wasnt very fluid. It was good seeing Sam Worthington play against type though. Ultimately it wasn't a bad movie but it could've been better.

[Fearonsarms]

The Fountain

I really need to see this-did you enjoy it? Amazingly I have the soundtrack (as Mogwai did it)but have never actually seen it.

[hammerfan]

I really need to see this-did you enjoy it? Amazingly I have the soundtrack (as Mogwai did it)but have never actually seen it.

I do enjoy it. Let me just say though, don't watch it if you're fucked up. It could mess with your head.

[Fearonsarms]

Yeah from what I've heard of it-it is pretty messed up-will wait till I'm in the right mood but added to "To watch" list.

[ChronoGrl]

The Innkeepers (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1594562/) (2011)

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Good, solid, old-fashioned horror. Director Ti West, just as in 2009's House of the Devil takes his time to build his characters as well as the history of the haunted inn. What's interesting about this movie is that it definitely captures the feel of 70s/80s ghost movies (think Legend of Hell House); it's all about atmosphere and characters - You even have your iconic Seer Trope, played by the artful Kelly McGillis (Stakeland). Just as House of the Devil felt like a modern take of the 70s occult films, Innkeepers feels like a modern take on classic ghost stories. This is definitely a slow-burner, and not something for those with a short attention span.

It didn't have as much of an impact on me as House of the Devil did (which I think is one of the best horror movies of the 00's), but it's definitely a solid little film. The biggest thing it has going against it is that I had elevated expectations based on how much I adored House of the Devil. Regardless, like I said, it's solid. Didn't really blow my mind, but I definitely enjoyed it.

Tight direction. Fantastic acting. Some good scares (both real and false). And I actually cared about the characters. Check, check check, and check.

3.75/5.

[Elvis_Christ]

Been looking forward to seeing The Innkeepers for awhile now. Will be giving it a watch tonight. Love the poster artwork and I'm keen to see how Ti West has progressed.

[Angra]

"Drive" 8/10

Can't say it's the best flick of 2011 i've sen coz... Insidious, of course.

But damn, what an odd movie. Not the story. The story was good. The acting was terrefic.

It was the feel. The pacing, Goslings character, the soundtrack. I guess the best word i can find for it would be... sedated.

If Scorsese had made "Drive" i'm sure it would have become an action flick. But with Refn i got a weird mix of drama, thriller with a bit of action here and there. But most of all it was a drama, to me. And to me the highlights of this movie was the driver together with the family next door. They were all just adorable and the chemistry between Gosling and Mulligan was wonderful. And the driver.. now there's a character you'll remember.



And the ending... PUSHER!!!! :D

[Elvis_Christ]

"Drive" 8/10

Can't say it's the best flick of 2011

I can :D

It blew me through the back wall of the theatre!

[fortunato]

The Innkeepers (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1594562/) (2011)

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Dang, I already wanted to see this bigtime, but with your and Roshiq's great reviews, now I can't wait. Keen to see what you think of it, Elvis.

[roshiq]

50/50 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1306980/) (2011)

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One of the Best (more of a drama than comedy) of 2011, IMO. A quite emotionally moving story. Recommended.

>>: A

MOH: Pick Me Up (2005)

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>>: B-

[Angra]

"The presence" 2/10

Ugh.. that's bad horror.

Must be the dullest character Shane West will ever get to play.

[Angra]

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"The Task" 7/10

Pretty good watch. Entertaining.

[Bob Gray]

Immortals 4/10

Not much substance really, bad acting... other the other hand it did have some good death scenes.

[Tangleduponblue]

'The Countess' It had a few creepy moments but not enough scares on the whole. Better as a historical drama than a horror movie but worth a watch. They did a good job with the dialouge, it's not too stilted or old sounding but it's not so modern as to be overly anachronistic.

[_____V_____]

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I haven't seen the original TV film of the 70s, so I sat down to watch this with a pretty open mind and no expectations. I am sure Del Toro's film is superior than the original technically and in production values, but something was missing. Like two stones striking each other with repeated sparks but failing to ignite a fire.

The premise was great, and perfect fodder for a remake (I can imagine how the original must be like). And the creature design was old school Del Toro as well (can see the Fairy impression carried over from Hellboy II).

But atmospheric horror films depend heavily on one important characteristic - the performance of it's lead actors. The girl was wooden and plain - even when she was scared and crying in Katie Holmes' arms it was a very unconvincing act, and somehow I didn't feel she was afraid enough. Guy Pearce literally sleepwalked through the entire film carrying just one expression - what the hell am I doing here?

The only performances of some semblance came from Katie Holmes (who outdid herself, IMO) and the guy who played the lead restorer (and falls victim). The rest of the cast was competent. Maybe that was why, even when the setting was so gothic, gloomy and dark, it just didn't have enough atmosphere. Even the background score failed to add anything to the proceedings.

A good potential wasted by nonchalant performances, IMO. Otherwise it could have been a nice little scarefest to watch after midnight.


Rated - * *

[roshiq]

Don't Go In the Woods (2010)

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A musical-slasher. The songs were good.

>>: C+

The Watcher in the Woods (1980)

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>>: A-

^^

I haven't seen the original TV film of the 70s

What?? Really?? :eek:

[zwoti]

troll hunter

[jamdexdan]

Insidious was last one ive watched, started off as quite a good storyline, rushed it a bit at the end and it spoilt it when it showed you what the demon looked like and ... what it does in its spare time :cool:

[The Villain]

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"The Task" 7/10

Pretty good watch. Entertaining.

Good to know. Been hesitant to watch this one as the other After Dark Originals didnt really blow me away.

[Angra]

"Grave Encounters" 8/10

I've mentioned many times before that i'm really tired of the handheld camera concept, Mockumentary/found footage. So many annoying names.

But this one was actually good. Good story, good acting, good build-up and good scares. It probably didn't hurt that there was a decent budget behind it either.

This was also one of the few where i found it slightly believable that the characters freaking out wouldn't just throw their cameras away as a first and then run like hell.

[Angra]

Good to know. Been hesitant to watch this one as the other After Dark Originals didnt really blow me away.

That one wont blow you away either. But it might entertain you.

[The Villain]

The Descendants
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I enjoyed this movie. George Clooney's performance is really good and i can see why he won the golden globe.

[The Villain]

That one wont blow you away either. But it might entertain you.

I guess blow me away was a bad choice of words. How about, not suck?

[friday13thfan]

The Final. Pretty good movie. Had its flaws. The "Bullies" felt way to forced in my opinion.

[Angra]

I guess blow me away was a bad choice of words. How about, not suck?


There's no guarantee. But just for the fun of it let's say.... suuure. :D

[ZombieDrone]

Chinatown.

Great, great film.

Never understood why it's called a "neo-noir" and not just a noir film...probably because it's a different period. I mean, it's not the colour because Vertigo's in colour and that's often considered an example of film noir.

[fortunato]

Chinatown.

Great, great film.

Never understood why it's called a "neo-noir" and not just a noir film...probably because it's a different period. I mean, it's not the colour because Vertigo's in colour and that's often considered an example of film noir.

Yeah, it's mainly just the time period that determines whether something is film noir or neo-noir. Neo-noir also often expands on themes and styles present in film noir.

[Elvis_Christ]

The Innkeepers

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Great chemistry between the cast and really masterfully directed (bet this looked amazing on the big screen) but I ultimately came out of this disappointed. The effective tense slow burn pace of the film just lead to nothing but lukewarm scares and a painfully clich�d final scene. I felt a bit robbed especially since The House Of The Devil literally exploded after the drawn out build up. Well crafted and stylish but it just didn't quite get there at the end.

Chillerama

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Good splattery trashy fun. Really dug the segment Wadzilla which was like if Frank Henenlotter made a film with the Zucker brothers :D

[The Villain]

There's no guarantee. But just for the fun of it let's say.... suuure. :D

We can only hope

[wizard of gore]

creepshow 2

[_____V_____]

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Effectively creepy Spanish Lovecraft-ian tale.

Both films are not separate but follow each other in continuation. Whereas the first film was pretty decent in atmosphere and conveying lurking terror, the second was a slightly more disappointing outing. The acting could have been better, although the superstar of Spanish horror, Paul Naschy, makes his presence felt in both. These films touch on the Cthulhu mythos and fans will be delighted to see Lovecraft, Aleister Crowley and even Bram Stoker on-screen! (portrayed by actors of course, in the first) Where the films miss out are on characterisation and storyline - it is not directly referenced from any Lovecraftian tale but feels like a mish-mash of several stories weaved into one.

All in all, if you are a die-hard fan of Lovecraft and the Cthulhu mythos, track these down. Semi-decent stuff.


* * * / * * ½

[roshiq]

Herschell Gordon Lewis: The Godfather of Gore (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1683431/) (2010)

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Craftily directed by Frank Henenlotter and Jimmy Maslon, this is a beautifully entertaining documentary for fans of Lewis's work.
It's like an outrageous ride through the wild world of exploitation films with often-hilarious back stories, this is a creative and enthralling documentary about the birth of the gore film, among other things, packed with great interviews, numerous clips, rare outtakes galore and testimony from the people who were there, delivers a brief experience of a decade of motion-picture madness, it's a fitting tribute to one of horror cinema's living legends; The Godfather of Gore.

Loved the final clips that taken from Chiller Theatre Expo, 2005, East Rutherford, NJ where the living legends of Two Thousand Maniacs! sings along with Lewis on the stage...."There's a story you should know from a hundred years ago..."

>>: A-

[twoguysandafilm]

Insidious and The Crazies (remake)

[Sistinas666]

Hardcore Logo 9/10

Hey Elvis, if you haven't seen this check it out!

[Elvis_Christ]

Hardcore Logo 9/10

Hey Elvis, if you haven't seen this check it out!

I saw it it when it came out but I don't remember anything about it. Just grabbed it and will check it out again soon.

[Angra]

"Blood & Bone" 7/10

It was alright. Would've prefered some longer fight and a little more competition for our hero.

I Appreciated the chinese dude didn't die, coz i liked him. He was funny and he played the almost exact same charater as he did in "The perfect weapon" 20 years ago. Looks like he's only aged every 3rd year, lucky bastard..

[hammerfan]

Friday the 13th

[hammerfan]

Fright Night (original)

[ZombieDrone]

Rocky Horror Picture Show

[wizard of gore]

I saw it it when it came out but I don't remember anything about it. Just grabbed it and will check it out again soon.

ha,i got that movie on video

[hammerfan]

From Dusk Til Dawn

[hammerfan]

Gettysburg

[Elvis_Christ]

He was funny and he played the almost exact same charater as he did in "The perfect weapon" 20 years ago. Looks like he's only aged every 3rd year, lucky bastard..

Ah that's where he was from! I was trying to remember. I really enjoyed Blood & Bone. I wish they would make more old school styled action flicks instead of the big budget flashy stuff that gets churned out these days.
It's a pity Jeff Speakman didn't follow up The Perfect Weapon with anything good. Street Knight was ok I guess but the stuff that followed was rubbish. Thought he was going to be the next big action star back then but it fizzled out.

[Angra]

Ah that's where he was from! I was trying to remember. I really enjoyed Blood & Bone. I wish they would make more old school styled action flicks instead of the big budget flashy stuff that gets churned out these days.
.

Yea, it's awsome isn't it.

Martial art movies are like porn. Less story more action. Please. :D

And yes, i thought the exact same thing about Speakman. I guess it turned out it was the director who was the talented one in that movie.. for shame.

[Elvis_Christ]

And yes, i thought the exact same thing about Speakman. I guess it turned out it was the director who was the talented one in that movie.. for shame.

Yeah they didn't let Mark DiSalle behind the camera nearly enough. Kind of strange seeing how popular stuff like Kickboxer was.

[phantomstranger]

"Joe Dakota"(1957)
-Jock Mahoney

Plot: IMDB
A stranger rides into town and says he is looking for a local Indian. Told he left town, the truth everyone has been hiding comes out including the stranger's true identity.

Phantom's Review: Standard, but entertaining "B" movie. While the plot is nothing out of the ordinary, the film still has some good action, acting and a few nice light hearted moments. Star Jock Mahoney was a good leading man in these kind of films. Not a classic, but worth watching.
--

[hammerfan]

Son of Frankenstein

[hammerfan]

The Ghost of Frankenstein

[hammerfan]

Ghost Ship

[wizard of gore]

Ghost Ship

that was a crapper

[hammerfan]

that was a crapper

I like it....

[hammerfan]

Glory.....

[kyl3thund3r]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51gHebiJd6L._SX500_.jpg

[hammerfan]

Godzilla..

[SlaughterHouseShaun]

Let Me In (remake)

[tommywikkid]

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High Tension

Ive always for one reason or another avoided this movie, and now I wish I didnt. Some really brutal kills in this one. And nice twist towards the end. 4/5

[The Villain]

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High Tension

Ive always for one reason or another avoided this movie, and now I wish I didnt. Some really brutal kills in this one. And nice twist towards the end. 4/5

Glad to know i'm not the only one who liked it

[Bizarre]

I watched The Fly with Jeff Goldblum last night. Not literally, he was in the film.

I thought it was very good and very gross. I hadn't seen it in years so remembered very little. In fact, when I did watch it, I must have been about 8 or 9 and remember subtely trying to cover my field of vision with my legs when it got to the end part..so I never really had seen the real monstrosity he becomes at the end.

8/10 :D

[Ferox13]

I watched The Fly with Jeff Goldblum last night. Not literally, he was in the film.

That made me smile..

[Bob Gray]

Umm... this isn't a movie but I watched Bill Hicks Live. It has a few of his stand-up routines and then it has a little documentary about him with it. LMAO

[phantomstranger]

"The Town That Dreaded Sundown" (1976)
-Ben Johnson
Plot: IMDB

A Texas Ranger hunts for a hooded serial killer terrorizing the residents of a small town, set in 1946 Texas. Loosely based on a true story.

Phantom's Review: I remember seeing this film in theaters way back in '76 and thinking it was a pretty good thriller, well..36 years have passed and time has not been kind to this film. With the exception of star Ben Johnson (who had been making movies for about 40 years at this time) most of the actors seem amateurish. The attempts at humor fall completely flat and their is absolutely no suspense. Actress Dawn Wells (of "Gilligan's Island" fame) has a small part as one of the victims and she does a good job, but is in the film for a very short time. Overall, my memory of this movie was a lot better than the actual film.

[newb]

"The Town That Dreaded Sundown" (1976)
-Ben Johnson
Overall, my memory of this movie was a lot better than the actual film.

I hate when that happens


did a bit of reading last night

Point Blank---french action film....very good

Timecrimes--Spanish time twisting movie...saw this one before ....great mind-fuck of a film

[roshiq]

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>> True Grit (1969) : A

>> Cold Sweat (2010) : C

>> The Sting (1973) : A-

>> Long Pigs (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0971204/) (2007) : B+ (Recommended)

>> Caché aka Hidden (2005): B+

[hammerfan]

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>> True Grit (1969) : A

>> Cold Sweat (2010) : C

>> The Sting (1973) : A-

>> Long Pigs (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0971204/) (2007) : B+ (Recommended)

>> Caché aka Hidden (2005): B+

The Sting is one of my favorite movies!!

[Fearonsarms]

Blood Runs Cold (2011)
Atmospheric gory and gritty slasher. Quite a simple film really but sometimes the simple things work really well and it certainly does here. Solid stuff. The thing is how the lead characters seem much more real and well rounded than in most recent horror it was refreshing, they were believable with enough development for you to sympathize with.