Last Seen Contemporary Movie

[Sculpt]

"Tremors" 1990 5/10

Modern Western monster comedy thriller with Kevin Bacon. It was OK. Somewhat likeable shallow characters, extremely formulaic, and not at all funny. I'd give it a 5/10, or a 2/5. I apologize ahead of time to anyone who loved it, when I say, I heard this movie was very good, and if this passes for very good, I have to guess the general public's standards for Horror movies, or films in general, are comparably much lower than mine.

[Angra]

"Tremors" 1990

... I apologize ahead of time to anyone who loved it, when I say, I heard this movie was very good, and if this passes for very good, I have to guess the general public's standards for Horror movies, or films in general, are comparably much lower than mine.

That is correct, sir. You're a regular horror movie snob. And a heathen. :D

[cheebacheeba]

Well...I mean if you want to consider tremors "horror" you probably started that journey in the wrong place.

[The Villain]

Well...I mean if you want to consider tremors "horror" you probably started that journey in the wrong place.

Its about giant monsters under the ground that eat people. How's that not horror?

[urgeok2]

It's about fun cartoonish characters and big rubber monsters.
Key word = fun.
Not all 'horror' has to be bad-ass hardcore.
I think there should be more like this one - family friendly creature features - a throwback to the 50's sci-fi rubber monster films where the characters actually mattered.

the film is really about Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward's chemistry - without that this film would not have the following it still has today.

[The Villain]

It's about fun cartoonish characters and big rubber monsters.
Key word = fun.
Not all 'horror' has to be bad-ass hardcore.
I think there should be more like this one - family friendly creature features - a throwback to the 50's sci-fi rubber monster films where the characters actually mattered.

the film is really about Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward's chemistry - without that this film would not have the following it still has today.

Exactly how I feel about it. Its still a horror movie but as you said a fun, family friendly creature feature.

I think a lot of people, not saying Sculpt and Cheeba, have a narrow view of what horror is.

There's definite moments where it tries to be scary and suspenseful and there's a heavy feeling of isolation throughout the movie. The creatures, despite having a silly name, arent portrayed as goofy and ridiculous, like the spiders in Eight Legged Freaks for example, and there's real fear from the characters.

Not a lovable doofus slacker stoner getting scared to entertain the audience but characters getting really scared.

I agree on Bacon and Wards chemistry. It really made the movie stand out.

[cheebacheeba]

I get your point.
I'd say by my own definition it's not really horror.
In subject matter maye, in tone and presentation, not really at all.
It was jovial, fun. More like an "adventure" movie.
Though if your expectation was a horror film that was "horrific", and had tastes as such, clearly this is not the film to best suit.

[The Villain]

I get your point.
I'd say by my own definition it's not really horror.
In subject matter maye, in tone and presentation, not really at all.
It was jovial, fun. More like an "adventure" movie.
Though if your expectation was a horror film that was "horrific", and had tastes as such, clearly this is not the film to best suit.

Yeah that makes sense. I could see how someone would be disappointed in that aspect

[Khaleesi]

Carrie (2013). It was okay. No big thrills or chills. Passable, I guess. For some reason, I find Sissy Spacek to be the more sympathetic Carrie. Chloe Grace Moretz was too bright-eyed and cute for the role. I actually haven't read the book yet, but isn't Carrie supposed to be extremely unattractive in the novel?

[Sculpt]

That is correct, sir. You're a regular horror movie snob. And a heathen. :D
LOL I'm happy to see more discussion in this thread. I am a bit snobbish in regards to film quality. Although, I should say, I really do appreciate films that know what they are; and stay focussed to do that type of film well (as opposed to a film trying to be everything and failing.) I do appreciate Tremors mostly concentrating on being that "Tarantula" 50's sci-fi film. Towards that, it was OK, but not very good, IMO.
Well...I mean if you want to consider tremors "horror" you probably started that journey in the wrong place.
I did, and do, consider Tremors in that big fat category of Horror; joining Young Frankenstein, Ghostbusters, Anachrophobia, etc.

Before seeing it, I didn't know it was going to be heavily a snarky humor horror, but that didn't rub me the wrong way, or ruin my impression of it. I like good well-timed humor in any genre.
Its about giant monsters under the ground that eat people. How's that not horror?
Yep.
It's about fun cartoonish characters and big rubber monsters.
Key word = fun.
Not all 'horror' has to be bad-ass hardcore.
I think there should be more like this one - family friendly creature features - a throwback to the 50's sci-fi rubber monster films where the characters actually mattered.

the film is really about Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward's chemistry - without that this film would not have the following it still has today.
I totally agree that the Bacon and Ward's chemistry was the best part of the movie, and really saved it's life, because I think it's a really weak script. Both Bacon and Ward are able to work some magic and a some humor in dried-up script.

Strictly speaking, it's not Family Friendly, only because it's oddly heavy on the language, dropping F and MF bombs and the rest. I think it's rated R because of it. There's no sex, and the graphic violence is relatively tame (there's PGs with more).

I agree with you, there should be more family friendly films like this one. The F-bombs were unnecessary; and I think were at cross purposes with the film's strengths.
Exactly how I feel about it. Its still a horror movie but as you said a fun, family friendly creature feature.

I think a lot of people, not saying Sculpt and Cheeba, have a narrow view of what horror is.

There's definite moments where it tries to be scary and suspenseful and there's a heavy feeling of isolation throughout the movie. The creatures, despite having a silly name, arent portrayed as goofy and ridiculous, like the spiders in Eight Legged Freaks for example, and there's real fear from the characters.

Not a lovable doofus slacker stoner getting scared to entertain the audience but characters getting really scared.

I agree on Bacon and Wards chemistry. It really made the movie stand out.
Agreed. I think some of the funniest lines in film history are surrounded by the most intense sincere moments of dread, horror, tenderness, etc. IMO this film wasn't able to capture much suspense, humor or horror.
I get your point.
I'd say by my own definition it's not really horror.
In subject matter maye, in tone and presentation, not really at all.
It was jovial, fun. More like an "adventure" movie.
Though if your expectation was a horror film that was "horrific", and had tastes as such, clearly this is not the film to best suit.
Agreed, it was mainly a fun buddy adventure film, which was enjoyable. Those are some of my favorite films, like Bogus Journey for instance. Comparatively speaking, I wouldn't say Tremors is a great buddy adventure film by a long shot. But that is what is enjoyable about it.

[Sculpt]

Carrie (2013). It was okay. No big thrills or chills. Passable, I guess. For some reason, I find Sissy Spacek to be the more sympathetic Carrie. Chloe Grace Moretz was too bright-eyed and cute for the role. I actually haven't read the book yet, but isn't Carrie supposed to be extremely unattractive in the novel?
Exactly! Why the hell would anyone use a very attractive actress for a Carrie remake? The plot and narrative cluelessness of Hollywood execs never cease to amaze me. The casting of Sissy Spacek was genius, and at the same time common logic. I'm saying Sissy is ugly, or that attractive people can't be socially awkward, nor that Chloe Grace Moretz couldn't play the role well... I'm just saying choosing a stunning beauty like Moretz contradicts the original story, one of it's core strengths, immediately handicapping the film.

[hammerfan]

Epic

Yes, it's a kids movie. Yes, I enjoyed it. ::cool::

[Ferox13]

The casting of Sissy Spacek was genius, and at the same time common logic. I'm saying Sissy is ugly, or that attractive people can't be socially awkward, nor that Chloe Grace Moretz couldn't play the role well...

I have a feeling that critics said Sissy Spacek wasn't ugly enough in the original either.

[urgeok2]

played as 'plain' instead of ugly ..

There is a funny Hollywood notion that has always existed that if a girl isn't blonde with big tits and a plunging neckline then she's plain.

just mess her hair up a bit, loose clothes and glasses and 'poof' ugly!

I always thought that was stupid.

Want to see a hot Spacek, check out Prime Cut

[roshiq]

You're Next (2011)

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>>: B

[Baron Von Marlon]

Dazed & Confused
Second time I watched this movie.
Love movies like this.
Reminds me American Graffiti, but set in the 70's.
Also has a great soundtrack.

"Now me and my loser friends are gonna head out to buy Aerosmith tickets. Top priority of the summer. "

[NightOfTheLiving_Sam]

We Are What We Are 2013
7/10

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[Sculpt]

I have a feeling that critics said Sissy Spacek wasn't ugly enough in the original either.
I'm glad you were able to tell I meant to type, "I'm not saying Sissy Spacek was ugly". I suppose I need to proof read better; especially since we can't re-edit our posts after a certain time.

I would be very surprised if, at the time Carrie came out, any big paper critics said Sissy Spacek wasn't ugly enough for the role. Sissy is unusual looking. They didn't need to "ugly" her up. She just went makeup free, and played the wall flower to a tee. I would never watch Carrie and think she was too pretty.

played as 'plain' instead of ugly ..

There is a funny Hollywood notion that has always existed that if a girl isn't blonde with big tits and a plunging neckline then she's plain.

just mess her hair up a bit, loose clothes and glasses and 'poof' ugly!

I always thought that was stupid.

Want to see a hot Spacek, check out Prime Cut
That is so true. That's exactly what "Hollywood" tends to do. It really drives me nuts because there are extremely talented actors who don't have model looks, and they fit the role better. If anyone in Hollywood thinks I wouldn't want to see a film unless there were good looking actors in it, they are mistaken. I prefer to think the vast majority of my fellow audience members think the same way.

In Prime Cut you can see her good facial symmetry, great skin, intelligence, and not to mention youth goes a long way in obvious areas. Despite survey averages, sexiness and attractiveness are subjective. I wouldn't be one of those saying Sissy Speck is a stunning hot beauty.

[roshiq]

Devil's Pass aka The Dyatlov Pass Incident (2013)

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Liked that little twist at the end which made it bit different than other films with similar premise. But expected to see a 'lot more of' Gemma Atkinson!::wink::

>>: B+

Aftershock (2012)

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>>: C

[Elvis_Christ]

Nebraska

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Beautifully shot and poignant. Loved it.

[Elvis_Christ]

Nurse 3D

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Wasn't really into this one aside from a few moments. The lead role was just played too over the top to the point of being unlikeable. Seems to be aimed at the Suicide Girls/Mall Goth crowd so maybe it was just lost on me.

[Scarecrows]

The Ring

[Ferox13]

Nebraska

Beautifully shot and poignant. Loved it.

Loved this too - It is great to see Bruce Dern in a serious role and own it. I always loved him but never seemed to get the parts he should.

[newb]

About Time...yeah...it's the Four Weddings and a Funeral director...but I'm a sucka for anything time-travel

Last Vegas---hate to see these good actors in a lame comedy

[roshiq]

Dark Touch (2013)

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Why the hell she killed all those children??

And like that, there were also few more questions left unanswered in this seemingly potential 'evil child' sort of horror flick. The decent cast with a good production value failed to save it for its underdeveloped plot elements. Disappointed.

>>: C+

[Baron Von Marlon]

The Ruins
Second time I saw this. Still a good movie.
Didn't know it starred the girl from Donnie Darko.
And another castmember now plays an agent in The Following.

Predator 2
Reading and talking about it made me wanna watch it again.
Too bad I discovered a little mistake.
But I still like it.
And I always keep dreaming of the lost possibilities.
The bit at the end when Danny Glover gets the gun that belong to a pirate captain from 1715. Pirates & Predators, how awesome would that be?!

[ChronoGrl]

Seems to be aimed at the Suicide Girls/Mall Goth crowd

SWEET. I'm in. ::wink::

[urgeok2]

sick as a dog still - watched a lot of movies yesterday..picked at random

Dan in Real Life

Hugh Hefner, Activist, Playboy, Rebel

The Loved ones

The Dream Team

How to Lose Friends and Alienate People

[Elvis_Christ]

Loved this too - It is great to see Bruce Dern in a serious role and own it. I always loved him but never seemed to get the parts he should.

Definitely. Hopefully we'll get to see him in more decent roles after this.

SWEET. I'm in. ::wink::

::big grin::


The Dream Team


Great flick. I always bring it up with people but so few have seen it.

[Scarecrows]

The Conjuring

[ImmortalSlasher]

Urban Legend -

For some reason I thought this was going to be a real horror movie and not a comedy horror type like Scary Movie or Scream. I vaguely remember seeing the sequel a long time ago. I don't remember it being this light. Maybe I thought the original would be better because of the cast. I was wrong. This is the sort of movie that almost everyone just shows up to pick up a check. Robert Englund is in this too for a few quick moments. Maybe an excuse is since most of these actors were young back then it's acceptable. This was released in Dawson's Creek time I guess because Joshua Jackson's character has a radio reference to that show. Tara Reid looks different in this movie too. This is the kind of movie that in the end even though they are in a large campus area, everyone disappears except for the main characters. It's only watchable for Alicia Witt and even then that's no reason to watch a bad horror movie.

[The Villain]

Urban Legend -

For some reason I thought this was going to be a real horror movie and not a comedy horror type like Scary Movie or Scream. I vaguely remember seeing the sequel a long time ago. I don't remember it being this light. Maybe I thought the original would be better because of the cast. I was wrong. This is the sort of movie that almost everyone just shows up to pick up a check. Robert Englund is in this too for a few quick moments. Maybe an excuse is since most of these actors were young back then it's acceptable. This was released in Dawson's Creek time I guess because Joshua Jackson's character has a radio reference to that show. Tara Reid looks different in this movie too. This is the kind of movie that in the end even though they are in a large campus area, everyone disappears except for the main characters. It's only watchable for Alicia Witt and even then that's no reason to watch a bad horror movie.

It had a ton of flaws but it was still a real horror movie IMO and not a comedy. There was nothing funny about this. It didnt pick fun at other horror movies and have a ton of slapstick. It was just badly made. Still there's worse slasher films i think.

[ImmortalSlasher]

It had a ton of flaws but it was still a real horror movie IMO and not a comedy. There was nothing funny about this. It didnt pick fun at other horror movies and have a ton of slapstick. It was just badly made. Still there's worse slasher films i think.

There are worse horror movies. But when I mean real horror I mean serious. Not stuff played with humor.

SPOILERS!!!










To start you have the opening with the crazy gas attendant but it's obvious that someone will be in the truck. Then the Urban Legend jokes. Stuff like the coke and candy. Moving on to the death with the girl in the room and Alicia Witt's character not seeing it because of what happened last time. The rent-a-cop. Even though she's probably the best character in the movie. I remember her in the sequel too. If you use Halloween as the standard real horror movie. This isn't in that category.

[The Villain]

There are worse horror movies. But when I mean real horror I mean serious. Not stuff played with humor.

SPOILERS!!!










To start you have the opening with the crazy gas attendant but it's obvious that someone will be in the truck. Then the Urban Legend jokes. Stuff like the coke and candy. Moving on to the death with the girl in the room and Alicia Witt's character not seeing it because of what happened last time. The rent-a-cop. Even though she's probably the best character in the movie. I remember her in the sequel too. If you use Halloween as the standard real horror movie. This isn't in that category.

I never saw it as playing with humor. I think the movie was trying to be serious. Any humor you might have found I believe was unintentional. Those are flaws in the writing but certainly not attempts at humor. I really don't see how you can say it wasn't a horror movie. It might not have been a good one but its still horror. But hey that's just what I think.

[ImmortalSlasher]

I never saw it as playing with humor. I think the movie was trying to be serious. Any humor you might have found I believe was unintentional. Those are flaws in the writing but certainly not attempts at humor. I really don't see how you can say it wasn't a horror movie. It might not have been a good one but its still horror. But hey that's just what I think.

It's horror. It's just not real horror like Halloween. It's light, 90s slasher horror with I guess unintentional humor. Like I found many parts of Scream humorous even though many see that as serious horror. And I like Scream.

[The Villain]

It's horror. It's just not real horror like Halloween. It's light, 90s slasher horror with I guess unintentional humor. Like I found many parts of Scream humorous even though many see that as serious horror. And I like Scream.

OK I misunderstood your meaning

[Elvis_Christ]

Urban Legend -

For some reason I thought this was going to be a real horror movie and not a comedy horror type like Scary Movie or Scream. I vaguely remember seeing the sequel a long time ago. I don't remember it being this light.

I preferred the sequel because it was a lot darker in tone (same deal with Final Destination 2). Urban Legend was part of the whole Screamteen hangover of that era where most American horror was quite lightweight/fun. That era was touted as some kind of revitalization of the genre but in many ways it almost killed it. Ginger Snaps was one of the few films of that era I'd actually rate as a decent horror flick.

[Elvis_Christ]

Adult World

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Emma Roberts' first decent role IMO. I thought this film was a really good coming of age drama with just the right amount of comedy. It's not going to be for everyone but if it looks like your kind of thing definitely check it out.

[Fearonsarms]

The Devil's Rock (2011) Ok little occult horror, bit boring in parts but overall not bad.

[newb]

Homefront--Statham doing his Statham thing...I enjoyed it

Force of Execution--bloated Seagal still doing his thing but Tae Kwon Do World Champion Bren Foster makes for a pretty good action star...if only he could act.

not that "acting" is that important for "action stars"

[ImmortalSlasher]

I preferred the sequel because it was a lot darker in tone (same deal with Final Destination 2). Urban Legend was part of the whole Screamteen hangover of that era where most American horror was quite lightweight/fun. That era was touted as some kind of revitalization of the genre but in many ways it almost killed it. Ginger Snaps was one of the few films of that era I'd actually rate as a decent horror flick.

I'm remembering a bit more about the Urban Legend sequel now. At least that the setting was good and the actress from Once Upon a Time was in it. The rent-a-cop from the first one too, I think. But I do like the Ginger Snaps movies. The setting of the third one as a prequel confused me when I first watched it.

[Giganticface]

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Toad Road (2012)

This one messed with my head a little bit. It's a bit like a mumblecore film, with lots of meandering, improvised dialogue. However, since most of the activity in the film is not simulated, including drug use, pranks with fire, and drunken face-punching, it comes across more as a raw, wasted youth documentary than a pure drama. The fiction stuff (i.e., the horror parts), are surreal and genuinely creepy, and intertwined with the docu-stuff makes for a disorienting experience.

As if the film were not already chilling enough, I noticed during the closing credits that the film is "In Memory of Sara Anne Jones," who I recognized to be one of the two main actors. My first thought was that it was a Blair Witch-like marketing ploy, but a quick internet search reveals ample evidence that the actress died of a heroine overdose not long after making the film. Given that her story arc in the film is that of a newbie drug user who goes further down a spiral of (unsimulated) drug use, this fact left me shaken. I'm still not sure what to make of the experience, other than I enjoyed the film and am still thinking about it, and am grateful to have survived my years of similarly reckless behavior.

[Elvis_Christ]

The setting of the third one as a prequel confused me when I first watched it.

Yeah I really didn't like that one when I first saw it. Been meaning to re-watch the series and see if I like the third film this time round. The first sequel was entertaining but thematically it was dumbed down compared to the original. Still it's got nothing on the embarrassingly bad high school level feminist ideology of Nurse 3D ::big grin::

Valentine was another one of that era that wasn't too bad either IMO. Definitely no masterpiece but it was good to see a straight up slasher without all the overdone self reflexive bullshit.

[roshiq]

We Are What We Are (2013)

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The Mexican original was far more engaging & entertaining. Though it's not a straight remake as plotwise both are quite different but where the original version did have some social commentary, it just a tale of a cannibal-family, made decently with a slow & subtle approach.

>>: B



Toad Road (2012)

As if the film were not already chilling enough, I noticed during the closing credits that the film is "In Memory of Sara Anne Jones," who I recognized to be one of the two main actors. My first thought was that it was a Blair Witch-like marketing ploy, but a quick internet search reveals ample evidence that the actress died of a heroine overdose not long after making the film. Given that her story arc in the film is that of a newbie drug user who goes further down a spiral of (unsimulated) drug use, this fact left me shaken.

That's really sad. I was thinking to gave it a watch but read couple of mixed reviews of it and so wasn't sure. There's plenty of interesting movies to watch, I might give it a shot someday.

[Fearonsarms]

Twelve (2008) Reasonable slasher about a man disfigured while in prison getting revenge on the twelve jurors that put him there. Was decent enough-kept me entertained was paced pretty well. The killer was a little bit derivative of Leatherface but other than that worth a watch.

[urgeok2]

British gangsters followed by American gangsters.

Even with a very used story, the British gangsters are infinitely more interesting to watch.

Recognizing this, the head American gangster was also British :)


(the photos ended up posting out of order)

[Scarecrows]

The Devils Due..I thought it was a pretty lame movie...One to avoid guys::sad::

[Khaleesi]

As if the film were not already chilling enough, I noticed during the closing credits that the film is "In Memory of Sara Anne Jones," who I recognized to be one of the two main actors. My first thought was that it was a Blair Witch-like marketing ploy, but a quick internet search reveals ample evidence that the actress died of a heroine overdose not long after making the film. Given that her story arc in the film is that of a newbie drug user who goes further down a spiral of (unsimulated) drug use, this fact left me shaken. I'm still not sure what to make of the experience, other than I enjoyed the film and am still thinking about it, and am grateful to have survived my years of similarly reckless behavior.

Oh wow, I had no idea that she overdosed in real-life. That definitely changes my opinion of the film, especially since the actress is my age. Gives me the chills. God, what a tragic waste of a young life. That heroin is really something else. I mean, just look at Philip Seymour Hoffman. Ugh.

Anyway...

...on a not-as-depressing note, here's my round-up from last week.

Kissed (1996)--A Canadian film about a young woman involved in necrophilia. The movie seemed to focus more on the philosophical (and dare I even say it?) "romantic" aspects of the taboo, unlike "Aftermath" which was all about unhinged sexuality and brutal perversion. The female lead did a great job with the role, although I think her supposed reverence and "love" for the departed was still an act of extreme violation in so many ways. But hey, it made for a great horror Valentine's Day movie. Much more engaging than the usual rom-com schlock.

Paranoid (2000)--I was a huge fan of Jessica Alba when she starred in the TV series Dark Angel, but beyond that, I think she's proved herself to be less of an artist and more of a "I'm too pretty not to be in movies" type of actress. Since Paranoid was one of her very early, pre-Dark Angel roles, I thought I'd give it a chance. But what I can say, Alba is a mess, the story is a mess and the only thing I somewhat enjoyed was seeing Iain Glen outside of "Game of Thrones".

Satan's Little Helper (2004)--This one was just too ridiculous for me and the acting was terrible. A poor man's "Trick r' Treat", I suppose.

[urgeok2]

Killer Joe

Mesmerizing, dialogue and music driven film. Half unpleasant, half funny.
It strikes a lasting impression.

Maniac (remake)

Effective and well made for what it is. I have to admit i find slasher horror like this a soulless exercise i usually avoid but i was curious.

Loved the Gorgio Moroder influenced score that really drove home the 80's salute but to say i enjoyed the film would be a grand exaggeration.

[Scarecrows]

Mama...love this movie..one of the best movies of 2013..::wink::

[Fearonsarms]

Mama...love this movie..one of the best movies of 2013..::wink::

Got that on dvd love it as well great stuff.

[Elvis_Christ]

Killer Joe
Mesmerizing, dialogue and music driven film. Half unpleasant, half funny.
It strikes a lasting impression.


Great flick I really should watch it again especially after becoming a big fan of McConaughey after watching True Detective. He was great in Dallas Buyers Club too. Guy really tears it up with the darker stuff.

[Baron Von Marlon]

The Thing (1982)
I've seen this movie a couple of times but now that I was in Lovecraftian mood, it was even better.
Only thing that confused me a little bit was the ending.
Read somewhere that the bottle at the end was a molotov and not a drink.
And the non-Kurt Russell guy took a drink so he's supposed to be the thing.
Also read about the alternative ending, in which an infected dog escapes.

The Thing (2011)
Was in the mood, so I gave the prequel/remake ago.
Better than I expected.
The creature was done quite right. Special effects and gore were good.
The atmosphere wasn't a tight as in the original.
The story wasn't great (some things didn't make sense) but still better than expected.
Only the way they tried to tie the ending to the start of the original was a bit messy. =SPOILER at the bottom!=
Overal not bad, but could've better with some changes.









All of a sudden a guy who got attacked by The Thing appears again, without any wounds. In my logic he was supposed to be dead (or consumed).
But he turns out to be the guy in the original, who's shooting at the dog from inside the chopper.

[Ferox13]

Don't forget Frailty too..

[roshiq]

Haunter (2013)

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>>: B-

Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox (2013)

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Surprised to see a poor-skinny man of steel & such a short-lived Hal Jordan in that alternate timeline. Overall, great animation, great story & to some extent, there's over-the-top violence for a DC animated movie.

>>: A-

I Spit on Your Grave 2 (2013)

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Better than its predecessor/the remake.

>>: B

[Sculpt]

The Thing (1982)
I've seen this movie a couple of times but now that I was in Lovecraftian mood, it was even better.
Only thing that confused me a little bit was the ending.
Read somewhere that the bottle at the end was a molotov and not a drink.
And the non-Kurt Russell guy took a drink so he's supposed to be the thing.
Also read about the alternative ending, in which an infected dog escapes.

The Thing (2011)
Was in the mood, so I gave the prequel/remake ago.
Better than I expected.
The creature was done quite right. Special effects and gore were good.
The atmosphere wasn't a tight as in the original.
The story wasn't great (some things didn't make sense) but still better than expected.
Only the way they tried to tie the ending to the start of the original was a bit messy. =SPOILER at the bottom!=
Overal not bad, but could've better with some changes.

All of a sudden a guy who got attacked by The Thing appears again, without any wounds. In my logic he was supposed to be dead (or consumed).
But he turns out to be the guy in the original, who's shooting at the dog from inside the chopper.
I've seen Thing 82 a few times, and I never got the impression the drink/bottle, the two guys shared at the end, was a molotov cocktail. I seem to remember them both drinking from it... so I don't get what that's all about. If one of them were an alien, they could have killed the man pretty easy. Plus the alien would be putting out the fire. I don't really see any reason to think we're supposed to think one of them was an alien.

[Elvis_Christ]

Pain and Gain

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/sites/default/files/2012/09/pain_and_gain_poster_-_p_2012.jpg

Basically a slick entertaining episode of the world's dumbest criminals.

[Baron Von Marlon]

I've seen Thing 82 a few times, and I never got the impression the drink/bottle, the two guys shared at the end, was a molotov cocktail. I seem to remember them both drinking from it... so I don't get what that's all about. If one of them were an alien, they could have killed the man pretty easy. Plus the alien would be putting out the fire. I don't really see any reason to think we're supposed to think one of them was an alien.

It was just a fan theory I read about.
But like you said, there's no indication that bottle was a molotov.

[Scarecrows]

Dark Shadows(2012)...another brilliant movie..8/10

[realdealblues]

Laid To Rest (2009) - 5/10

I don't expect much from newer Slasher movies, and I didn't really get much, other than a few moments of confusion from this one. Still, not the worst I've seen.

Elysium (2013) - 6/10

Good effects. Very predictable story. Only watched it for Jodi Foster and was surprised how small her role was.

Man Of Steel (2013) - 6/10

A few interesting ideas, and some good effects but I wasn't really blown away.

[Scarecrows]

jeepers creepers..Great horror movie..quite scary too::cool::

[Scarecrows]

Let Me In (2010)...movie didn't blow me away..it was alright i suppose..6/10

[Scarecrows]

Halloween H20...this movie is in my top 3 of the halloween series..9/10

[roshiq]

Justice League: War (2014)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/JLWar_zpsc727ef19.jpg

>>: C

Jug face (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/JugFace_zps7ed0e4ed.jpg

Interesting indie horror about a weird backwoods community who worships a pit(!) and The Pit Wants What It Wants! Expected more or a little twist at the end but it played safe with a simple ending.

>>: B

The Last Will and Testament of Rosalind Leigh (2012)

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May be not for everyone but this is another good-spooky indie horror. With a great cast of voice actors, the film primarily focuses on a single character, Leon Leigh who returns to his old house after the death of his estranged mother only to discover that she had been living in a shrine devoted to a mysterious cult. Liked it for its simplicity & eerie atmospheric approach.

>>: B+

Skinwalker Ranch (2013)

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>>: C

Warm Bodies (2013)

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>>: B

The Last Exorcism Part II (2013)

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>>: C

[Scarecrows]

Dawn Of The Dead (2004)..great movie..one of the best zombie flicks::cool::

[Khaleesi]

Nurse 3D 2014: Didn't like this one. I don't know, maybe it's because I'm a woman, but I just don't get Paz de la Huerta's sex appeal. I thought she did an awful job playing an awful character.

Black Water Vampire 2014: I usually like "found footage". It's kinda my guilty pleasure of the horror genre. However, I was bored with this one. It's Blair Witch with a vampire. Meh.

[hammerfan]

Hyde Park on Hudson

Bill Murray plays Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Laura Linney plays his mistress Daisy. It was OK. There was a long scene that took place at night, and I couldn't see a damn thing....ended up getting very lost.

[realdealblues]

ChromeSkull: Laid To Rest 2 (2011) - 4/10

Still, not the worst I've seen, but still muddled by a confusing storyline.

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) - 6/10

I still haven't ready the books yet, so my judgement is based solely based on the movie. It was ok, better than the first one in some respects but still very obvious and predictable. I'm just not blown away like a lot of other people are I guess.

[roshiq]

Sawney: Flesh of Man aka Lord of Darkness (2012)

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>>: C

The Call (2013)

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First half was as good as any regular "racing against time" thriller, 2nd half was okay while it was just waiting for a reasonable finale but suddenly -- almost like from nowhere...there's this horrible ending that may just make you feel "why the hell you've wasted your time on this?"

>>: C-

Here Comes the Devil (2012)

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>>: C

[Ferox13]

Wow - a film based on Sawney Bean. I always thought that would be a great subject.

[Giganticface]

[B]Jug face (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/JugFace_zps7ed0e4ed.jpg

Interesting indie horror about a weird backwoods community who worships a pit(!) and The Pit Wants What It Wants! Expected more or a little twist at the end but it played safe with a simple ending.

>>: B

The Last Will and Testament of Rosalind Leigh (2012)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/TheLastWillandTestamentofRosalindLeigh_zps8ebb0304 .jpg

May be not for everyone but this is another good-spooky indie horror. With a great cast of voice actors, the film primarily focuses on a single character, Leon Leigh who returns to his old house after the death of his estranged mother only to discover that she had been living in a shrine devoted to a mysterious cult. Liked it for its simplicity & eerie atmospheric approach.

>>: B+


I watched Last Will and Testament last night, and also thought it was really well done. The only thing preventing me from totally loving it was that it took a long time for anything to happen, albeit there was plenty of creepiness while waiting. 7/10.

I watched Jug Face about a week ago, and ended up really liking it. It did a great job making me care about the characters, and was weird enough to leave an impression. 8/10.

A couple nights ago I watched:

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Beyond the Black Rainbow (2010)

Really strange film. Difficult to classify, but coldly Kubrickian in tone with some retro-sci-fi imagery. Nearly the whole film is nothing more than a string of unsettling audio/visual experiences, but what an experience it is. Very memorable, if you don't mind a really slow burn and an ambiguous storyline (or lack thereof). The final act becomes less surreal, and feels a little out of place, but maybe the director just needed something to actually happen.

8/10 for being a unique and we'll-executed standout.

[roshiq]

Beyond the Black Rainbow (2010)

Really strange film. Difficult to classify, but coldly Kubrickian in tone with some retro-sci-fi imagery. Nearly the whole film is nothing more than a string of unsettling audio/visual experiences, but what an experience it is. Very memorable, if you don't mind a really slow burn and an ambiguous storyline (or lack thereof). The final act becomes less surreal, and feels a little out of place, but maybe the director just needed something to actually happen.

8/10 for being a unique and we'll-executed standout.

Couple of months back, I was planning to give it a watch but later totally forget about it somehow. Anyway, thanks for the heads up, hope to see it soon.

[roshiq]

Wow - a film based on Sawney Bean. I always thought that would be a great subject.

The film didn't justify this evil legend at all. It gave more of a Wrong Turn like backwoods-hillbilly sort of treatment at the end. Gore was good though.

[Baron Von Marlon]

Event Horizon
One of the few sci-fi/horror movies I like.
Usually I can be bothered with movies about people on a spaceship, plane, boat,... But his is one of the few.

[The Villain]

Captain Phillips

Takes a bit to get to the good parts but once it doesn't its very suspenseful and exciting. Tom Hanks delivers an excellent performance.

Dallas Buyers Club

I never thought I'd say this but Matthew McConaughey should definitely win Best Actor

[Baron Von Marlon]

Mr. Magoo
Second time I watched this movie since it was released.
Not great but it has it's moments.
Only worth watching because of Leslie Nielsen. I miss that guy.

The Wrestler
Second time I watched this. Liked it better now.
Great soundtrack also.

[Elvis_Christ]

Nurse 3D 2014: Didn't like this one. I don't know, maybe it's because I'm a woman, but I just don't get Paz de la Huerta's sex appeal. I thought she did an awful job playing an awful character.


One of the worst performances I've seen in a horror film in a long time. Way too painfully over the top. That film could've really worked as a nice piece of black comedy if it was handled differently.


-----------------

Someone Marry Barry

Enjoyed this more than I thought I would. It had a great mix of crudity and your usual romantic story line cliches and didn't go overboard with either. Well worth a look if you're in the mood for a rom com.

We Are What We Are

I haven't watched the original so can't compare the two but I thought this was solid. I did expect it to be a bit more twisted and kind of expected a few more WTF moments but in the end I appreciated it's subtlety. A nicely shot and slow burning decent into the American gothic.

[roshiq]

We Are What We Are

I haven't watched the original so can't compare the two but I thought this was solid. I did expect it to be a bit more twisted and kind of expected a few more WTF moments but in the end I appreciated it's subtlety. A nicely shot and slow burning decent into the American gothic.

The original or the Mexican movie of the same title offers quite a different story. The only common thing is here is the theme of a cannibal family at the center. And I appreciate this approach...instead of showing the same thing in a different set up or timeline, here they just took the idea & gave it a different & subtle treatment in almost every area i.e. the characters, location & the crisis that the family is going through. I liked the Mexican version more though, as it was more engaging from the beginning and the story delivers some social commentary with a better ending. I like to recommend you to see that too, EC.

[roshiq]

Banshee Chapter (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2011276/) (2013)

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Though it's definitely not as entertaining as Gordon's 80s classic but as a loose re-adaptation of Lovecraft's FROM BEYOND, I think it was decently made & occasionally creepy, considering the budget limitation & their effort to blend the idea with MK-Ultra drug experiments. This is not entirely a found footage flick, there were just some POV shots & some video footage of Govt. experiments. I kinda liked it.

>>: B

Mud (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1935179/) (2012)

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A beautiful coming-of-age drama with a backdrop of a great love story. Matthew McConaughey gives another stellar performance on the title role as a man on the run in Mississippi who hideout in a small island & befriends two boys, eventually talks them into helping him to fix 'a boat in the tree' while living in a dream to runaway with his former lover, Juniper (Reese Witherspoon). The cast was great and particularly the 2 young actors did a fantastic job which was much needed for a film like this that can make you feel nostalgic about the childhood & 80s kid-adventure flicks too.
After The Lincoln Lawyer & Killer Joe, I've now becoming a great fan of Mr. McConaughey; looking forward to see him in True Detective, Dallas Buyers Club & the upcoming Chris Nolan sci-fi flick Interstellar.

>>: A-

[Ferox13]

After The Lincoln Lawyer & Killer Joe, I've now becoming a great fan of Mr. McConaughey; looking forward to see him in True Detective, Dallas Buyers Club & the upcoming Chris Nolan sci-fi flick Interstellar.

>>: A-

Don't forget Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation..

[roshiq]

Don't forget Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation..

Oy yeah! there's he got the breakthrough role of his career ::wink:: ::big grin::

[hammerfan]

And "A Time to Kill". He was great in that!

[ImmortalSlasher]

Ghosts of Mars -

I watched this movie years ago but after seeing The Ward I wanted to see it again. Perhaps it would come off better. But it still doesn't. Something is off about the movie. I can't name it exactly. It has similar themes to other Carpenter movies. The cast is good. You have Jackie Brown, The Transporter, one of the girls from The Faculty, and of course Natasha Henstridge. She looks hot in this movie and it's a better movie for her than those Species movies. But the movie might be played too serious. There are movies like Doomsday and Planet Terror which were inspired by Carpenter movies that are more fun than this movie. Perhaps it's the number of flashbacks. The movie has to get the award for the most flashback scenes I've ever seen. I could see how they might be seen as clever. But at times some make the movie feel slow. And a few probably could have been cut. Or handled better. At the end there is no true resolution to the problem. Or the characters aren't smart enough to realize what saved Natasha's character. So you still have the potential of people getting easily infected. Then when you have them gearing up for another battle that should be fun and exciting. A sequel to look forward to. As it will be the battle to save the city. Or end of the world scenario like many other Carpenter movies like The Thing, They Live, etc. But it doesn't come off as fun or exciting.

[roshiq]

Contracted (2013)

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>>: B-

Frankenstein's Army (2013)

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Loved it! A beautifully done FF flick with awesome creature designs...even at times it was like Silent Hill of WWII!!

Thanks to Chrono for the heads up ::smile::

>>: A-

[Khaleesi]

The Cell (2000) Absolutely loved this one. I'm not totally crazy about J.Lo or Vince Vaughn but omfg Vincent D'Onofrio. What a performance! Never before have I felt such sympathy for the bad guy/serial killer. He was just so tortured, both physically and mentally. And the effects/costuming were really breath-taking.

No One Lives (2012) Another film I truly enjoyed. Luke Evans was awesome, though it took me forever to realize that he was also Bard from The Hobbit. Duh. And ladies, I must ask, did any of you think he was attractive, however twisted? I did. But then again, I found Uncle Charlie from "Stoker" insanely attractive as well. ::embarrassment::

The Secret Village (2013) Bleh. I'm not even going waste my time and try to describe this stinker. Yes, it was that bad.

And finally, I watched Tales from the Darkside (1990) this morning. I don't like to call horror movies "cute" but this one was. A lot of fun.

[Sculpt]

The Cell (2000) Absolutely loved this one. I'm not totally crazy about J.Lo or Vince Vaughn but omfg Vincent D'Onofrio. What a performance! Never before have I felt such sympathy for the bad guy/serial killer. He was just so tortured, both physically and mentally. And the effects/costuming were really breath-taking.

No One Lives (2012) Another film I truly enjoyed. Luke Evans was awesome, though it took me forever to realize that he was also Bard from The Hobbit. Duh. And ladies, I must ask, did any of you think he was attractive, however twisted? I did. But then again, I found Uncle Charlie from "Stoker" insanely attractive as well. ::embarrassment::

The Secret Village (2013) Bleh. I'm not even going waste my time and try to describe this stinker. Yes, it was that bad.

And finally, I watched Tales from the Darkside (1990) this morning. I don't like to call horror movies "cute" but this one was. A lot of fun.
I too was impressed with The Cell. I was fortunate enough to see it on the big screen. I wasn't expecting much more than a good budget. But it was much more than that. It's a fine mesh of visual art, science fiction, thriller and emotion. It's fun ride to take; it's very engrossing if seen in quiet, with no distractions.

I was pulling for the film to be added as one of our 'Official HDC Selection from 100+ Years of Horror Cinema', but it seems to be quite hit or miss for folks. The famous late critic Roger Ebert was impressed, not surprisingly, as he's always appreciated the more artistic films:

"For all of its visual pyrotechnics, it's also a story where we care about the characters; there's a lot at stake at the end, and we're involved. I know people who hate it, finding it pretentious or unrestrained; I think it's one of the best films of the year."[4] Ebert later placed the film on his list of "The Best 10 Movies of 2000", writing: "Tarsem, the director, is a visual virtuoso who juggles his storylines effortlessly; it's dazzling, the way he blends so many notes, styles and genres into a film so original."

[Baron Von Marlon]

Homefront
Average Jason Statham movie.
I was expecting more action and James Franco wasn't really convincing.

[Baron Von Marlon]

The Mothman Prophecies
3rd time I've seen this movie. Still as good as the first time.
If anyone knows any similar films that are (almost) as good...?

[The Bloofer Lady]

"Session 9" 2001. Just a beautiful film to watch. Sparse, clean..nice twist in the end.
"Triangle" 2009. Different from my usual fare but was pleasantly entertained. A single mom trapped in a "Groundhog Day" horrific time loop.

[hammerfan]

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Identity Thief

[Khaleesi]

The Banshee Chapter (2013): I wasn't sure if this was supposed to be found footage or what. Either way, I was bored out of my mind. Even Ted Levine couldn't save this one.

Holy Ghost People (2013): I saw the trailer for this one at the beginning of "Banshee Chapter" and I knew I just had to see it. This is a prime example of American folk horror, if there is such a thing. Very relevant considering the recent death of that prominent snake-handling minister. Joe Egender's performance was thrilling to watch. Highly recommended for indie horror lovers.

[urgeok2]

The Mothman Prophecies
3rd time I've seen this movie. Still as good as the first time.
If anyone knows any similar films that are (almost) as good...?


I know they aren't the same but for some reason I always pair that one together with Dragonfly

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0259288/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_17

[Baron Von Marlon]

Piranha 3DD
Second viewing. Seemed to like it more this time.
Good movie but not as good as the first one. And a lot of wasted potential.

Teeth
Second viewing. Still an interesting movie.
I mainly like the locations and the original topic.

After watching both movies in 2 days, I've definitely enough maimed dicks for a long, long time.

I know they aren't the same but for some reason I always pair that one together with Dragonfly

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0259288/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_17

Sounds better than Mosquito Man ::big grin::
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0430334/?ref_=nv_sr_1

[roshiq]

Bela Kiss: Prologue (2013)

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>>: C-

Raze (2013)

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>>: B

[Joe E Ville]

Wither and Blood Runs Cold. Although Wither is derivative of Evil Dead it is still a very enjoyable watch. Blood though? Small budget aside, still not compelling enough to recommend. Mutants. An interesting take on an over saturated zombie sub genre. Banshee Chapter - pass the air freshener, this one stinks. Kill List and Devil's Business. Both interesting. Dialogue was a little difficult to understand as it wasn't always enunciated as well as it could have been but did come across as very natural and not acted. A big plus.

Sorry, I watch a lot

[The Bloofer Lady]

Wither and Blood Runs Cold. Although Wither is derivative of Evil Dead it is still a very enjoyable watch. Blood though? Small budget aside, still not compelling enough to recommend. Mutants. An interesting take on an over saturated zombie sub genre. Banshee Chapter - pass the air freshener, this one stinks. Kill List and Devil's Business. Both interesting. Dialogue was a little difficult to understand as it wasn't always enunciated as well as it could have been but did come across as very natural and not acted. A big plus.

Sorry, I watch a lot


I loved Blood Runs Cold, Joe E. I'll try check out Wither.

[Baron Von Marlon]

Nurse
Not as bad as I expected. A bit boring but not so boring I quit watching.
Paz de la Huerta is quite terrible.
Nice boobage, yes. Is she attractive, not really.

[Elvis_Christ]

Almost Human

Great independent horror film with lots of nods to Carpenter and The Hidden. I loved it and will definitely be picking up the Blu-ray.

[Angra]

"Wither" 7/10

Yes, definitely a Evil Dead rip off. A swedish one, that is.

Acting was quite bad and the action/story repetitive. Still it was pretty entertaining and surprisingly well made despite a budget less than $50.000 (if you're to believe IMDB). And this isn't even a found footage movie. No hand-held cameras here. HALLELUJAH, it can be done!!!


Thanks for the rec, Joe E.

[roshiq]

"Wither" 7/10

Yes, definitely a Evil Dead rip off. A swedish one, that is.

Acting was quite bad and the action/story repetitive. Still it was pretty entertaining and surprisingly well made despite a budget less than $50.000 (if you're to believe IMDB). And this isn't even a found footage movie. No hand-held cameras here. HALLELUJAH, it can be done!!!


SOLD ::cool::

[Joe E Ville]

Angora, no problem. Glad you enjoyed it. I'm feeling a 70's vibe to films lately since House of the Devil and more recently (for me at least) Lords of Salem (didn't love it but really dig Robs directing & the lighting especially), so watched:

Cassadaga

very much a homage to Giallo. Perhaps not Argento worthy but interesting none the less. Have a suspicion Giallo style may be the next found footage trend. Especially with Leonardo De Craprio acquiring the rights to re make "the Chaser". Last I heard Ryan Gossling was on board. So I guess it may not be a total write off. Although not Giallo as such it could very well have a cross over type of appeal.

On a related subject: those who haven't seen Aaron Kwok in Murderer, that baby is Korean Giallo. Not a perfect film but had me interested start to finish.

[Joe E Ville]

Thanatomorphose

Add that to the "I should charge the director with murder; there is part of my life I will never get back" list

Other than the fantastic make-up effects, the film is a failure on all levels. If you want to make an art movie fine, this isn't it though. The protagonist is unlikeable and thus can't really care what is happening. Dull. Just google the film, admire the visual effects and call it a day. You will be saving a lot of precious time. Watch "Expiration" instead.

[roshiq]

The Human Race (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/HUMANRACE_zps6344fe1f.jpg

>>: C-

Phantoms (1998)

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>>: B

I Will Follow You Into the Dark (2012)

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>>: C+

[Angra]

"Moonrise Kingdom" 4/10

OMG

I knew it before and I definitely know it now. Not a Wes Anderson fan.

Some would call his movies quirky. Some would call them dull and not funny! Not funny! Not funny!!

[newb]

Killer Joe

another in McConaughey's "killer" run of great roles. This ones a bit different but very good

[Straker]

"Moonrise Kingdom" 4/10

OMG

I knew it before and I definitely know it now. Not a Wes Anderson fan.

Some would call his movies quirky. Some would call them dull and not funny! Not funny! Not funny!!

I guess you aren't gonna come watch The Grand Budapest Hotel with me then? ::sad::

[Angra]

I guess you aren't gonna come watch The Grand Budapest Hotel with me then? ::sad::

You got that right.

[NightOfTheLiving_Sam]

Simon Killer [2012]
7/10

This movie was indeed different. It didn't have a lot going on, it's very slow pacing but it was very interesting. It kept my interest through out, the only time I felt awkward was during some of the sex scenes. I'd say more but I'd probably give too much away. During the end of the movie I was wondering to myself, what truly happened with Simon and what did he exactly do? It left me wanting more answers and I love whenever movies do that to me. Hate whenever movies show me every little thing that happens, I like when the movies leaving me wanting more and this movie did exactly that. And I loved Brady Corbet of course! Ever since I saw him in the movie Mysterious Skin & the remake of Funny Games, I truly respected him a lot as an actor. He plays good playing these kind of roles I must say.

http://cdn.theguardian.tv/mainwebsite/poster/2013/4/12/130412CutdownSimon_7474226.jpg

[Angra]

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p17/Kasper_76/haunt-poster_zps5777e312.jpg

"Haunt" 8/10


Surprisingly good movie. Like REALLY good.

A strong debut by director Mac Carter. Easy to see James Wans latest movies as inspiration. I'll definitely keep an eye on this guy in the future.


Highly Recommended.

[roshiq]

Carrie (2013)

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>>: C

Antisocial (2013)

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>>: D

[realdealblues]

Frankenstein's Army (2013)

I saw this mentioned on here and thought I'd give it a try. The historical war aspect reminded me of Dead Snow, which was cool. I really liked the idea behind the story, and I thought the makeup effects for the creatures were very cool and inventive. After watching this movie though, I realized how much I really, really, really dislike the whole found footage thing. The found footage thing just ruined it for me (that and the bad Russian accents). I would have loved to have seen this made into a "real" movie instead of Found Footage. I could have let the accents go. But knowing what I do of cameras and filming in WWII, etc. it's just too bothersome, and the way the camera man acts just reminded me of cameraman in Romero's Diary Of The Dead which just seemed really stupid and really generic.

5/10

[Khaleesi]

Ekko (2007): A Danish film about a loving father who kidnaps his son after he loses custody of the kid to his ex-wife. Together, they retreat to an isolated summer house that may not be as unoccupied as first suspected. This was a subtle, rather typical psychological horror film. It reminded me a bit of "Silent House". The main focus is really the relationship between father and son, which (not to sound corny here) was quite beautiful.

All is Lost (2013): A zero-dialogue film about a man lost at sea. Robert Redford stars. Engaging, but only occasionally harrowing.

I Am A Ghost (2012): Low-budget indie horror. The ghost of a young woman undergoes therapy with a psychic in order to move on and stop haunting a house. This film would have been much better if there was some actual resolution at the end. The actress, however, did an okay job in carrying the entire film by herself.

[Scarecrows]

The Possession(2012)...

6/10

[Baron Von Marlon]

Rampage
"A man with a thirst for revenge builds a full body armor from Kevlar and goes on a killing spree."
Second viewing, still pretty awesome.

Freddy VS Jason
Second viewing. First time I recognised a girl from Dawson's Creek, a guy from jPod and the main actor from Rampage.
Some of the acting's bad, the cgi-effects are mostly outdated but still a decent flick imo.

Up next: The Horseman

[Elvis_Christ]

Up next: The Horseman

Great flick I really dug it.

[Angra]

"Nymphomaniac vol. 1" 3/10


Oh boy, what an uninteresting movie.

The dialogue between the listener (Skarsgård)) and the storyteller (Gainsbourg) is incredibly boring and the story just isn't very interesting. And the original version is about 1 hour longer. YIKES!!! I can only imagine/hope it's the sex scenens that's been cut out or shortened in this version. Coz despite all the viewers who has called Triers latest marathon movie a porno, there really isn't a lot of sex in it and only a couple of hardcore scenes that last a few seconds. No biggie. Might get worse in vol. 2 tho. I don't know. I may never find out.



"Escape" (2012) 6-7/10

Well made, but the story was just tiny. It's all in the titel.

A story about a girl who tries to escape a group of robbers (i guess) who kills her parent and young brother in the beginning of the movie. Why, you migt ask? Not important. What's important is that we see a girl running for her life for 1 and a half hour. Certainly isn't a dull flick.

By the director of "Cold Prey".

Thanks for the rec, Newb.



"Odd Thomas" 8/10

A really good comedy/horror (think Frighteners, but just not quite up there) that actually had me in tears at the end.



"Bad Country" 5/10

Plain action story you've seen a hundred times before. But it got stache.




"Dead Before Dawn" 2/10

If Disney should ever make a horror movie for teens it would probably be like this one. Overacting galore and pople shouting out their lines every minute to make them more hilarious. Kill em all..



"Dark House/Haunted/Dark House IV/Haunted IV" 7/10

I have no idea what the original title of this movie is and if this is really a fourth movie in a franchise, then where the hell are the former 3??

If we take that the titel is Dark House IV and the first one is Dark House from 2009 starring Jeffrey Combs, then what is the second and third movie called, coz i sure as hell can't find them?

If it instead is called Haunted IV and the first one is from 1995 starring Aidan Quinn, then... it just doesn't make any sense whatsoever.


Now on to the movie.

Directed by Victor Salva (Jeepers Creepers) this is an odd, but nice, blend of more than one horror genre. We have a Koontz/King character who inherits an abandoned house that's been lost in a forest for years. A house that turns out to be guarded by Wrong Turn mutants called Axemen. Pretty creepy looking creatures. Add to that some Lovecraft and demonic angels and you have Dark House/Haunted.

Pretty damn original, might i say. My only complaint is that most of the movie takes place in the woods outside the mystic house with all its dark secrets. But maybe we'll se more to that in Dark House/Haunted V.

[Joe E Ville]

Just watched Sector 7, Korean film. A combo of Relic meets Deep Star Six. Have to say I don't care for CGI but this monster and the Host one aren't to bad. Pretty darn good in fact.

Going to watch Amer finally. Will I see it as Giallo, Art House, Horror, Suspense or time I wish I had back. Some hype as many of you know about the film. Seems to polarize people's opinions. I'm curious.

I agree with Elvis_Christ's assessment of Horesman, Caught me off guard. A pleasant surprise.

[Angra]

"He Was a Quiet Man" 6-7/10

Terrefic performance by Christian Slater, which is definitely first time i've ever said that. Never been a fan of him, but he nailed it as a super weird geek and social spastic.

Without being totally sure, i'm guessing this would be a movie for fans of God Bless America.


"Nebraska" 5/10

A little bit funny, a little bit charming and a little bit boring. Not a big movie experience for me.
How it could get a single Oscar nomination is beyond my comprehension.

[Baron Von Marlon]

The Horseman
Cool revenge themed movie.
Aside from some small personal annoyances, almost perfect.

[roshiq]

"Odd Thomas" 8/10

A really good comedy/horror (think Frighteners, but just not quite up there) that actually had me in tears at the end.

Ditto; liked it too. May be it's because of a Koontz story but I really loved its 80s feel all around and of course, the ending delivered a solid emotional punch as well. Get wed soon, buddy ::smile:: :halloween:



"Dark House/Haunted/Dark House IV/Haunted IV" 7/10

I have no idea what the original title of this movie is and if this is really a fourth movie in a franchise, then where the hell are the former 3??

If we take that the titel is Dark House IV and the first one is Dark House from 2009 starring Jeffrey Combs, then what is the second and third movie called, coz i sure as hell can't find them?

If it instead is called Haunted IV and the first one is from 1995 starring Aidan Quinn, then... it just doesn't make any sense whatsoever.


Now on to the movie.

Directed by Victor Salva (Jeepers Creepers) this is an odd, but nice, blend of more than one horror genre. We have a Koontz/King character who inherits an abandoned house that's been lost in a forest for years. A house that turns out to be guarded by Wrong Turn mutants called Axemen. Pretty creepy looking creatures. Add to that some Lovecraft and demonic angels and you have Dark House/Haunted.

Pretty damn original, might i say. My only complaint is that most of the movie takes place in the woods outside the mystic house with all its dark secrets. But maybe we'll se more to that in Dark House/Haunted V.

Ok, adding right after HAUNT to dwnld & check out soon. But I'm not getting why you are so much confused with the title?? Check out IMDB info here (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1385543/releaseinfo?ref_=tt_dt_dt#akas)...the original title was HAUNTED (simply Haunted, not part 1/2/3 or 4) & I guess later they just gave a new one which is DARK HOUSE, release year: 2014 (simply Dark House, it's not part of any franchise/series). Though wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haunted_%282012_film%29)says it's a 2012 movie.

[roshiq]

Muirhouse (2012)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/Muirhouse_zpsffe510bf.jpg

>>: C-

Last Kind Words (2012)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/LKW_zps5f9b6df4.jpg

>>: C-

[tommywikkid]

You're Next

I enjoyed the kill scenes but the female hero was just too cliche. But definitely not one of the worst recent films.

[The Bloofer Lady]

GRACE 2009

A very dark and tragic take on motherhood. Not child abuse or disturbing things like that, though.

[Elvis_Christ]

GRACE 2009

A very dark and tragic take on motherhood. Not child abuse or disturbing things like that, though.

I really liked that film but thought the tacky ending let it down.

[hapycakeoven]

Dread (2009)

Really enjoyed this film. No big name stars and pretty raw.

V/H/S/2

awesome movie. way better than the first one and had one of the best zombie sequences I have seen anywhere thus far.

Evil Dead (2013)

Had low expectations but was blown away by this remake

[Angra]

And now back to the standard low budget time wasters.


"The Ganzfeld Haunting" 2/10

How the hell could famous faces be in this flick, even as cameos? Don't they have any dignity?
The description of the story made it sound very clever and complex, like Shimizus Reincarnation. It was a piece of crap.

But at least it used the right amount of hand-held camera time. The camera work was bad enough as it was.



"The Unleashed" 5/10

Your run-of-the-mill low budget haunted house horror with really bad acting. People who are not haunted house nuts like me will probably dislike it, coz there's nothing new here. I DID like some of the ghost scenes, especially with the old medium. Those few scenes were actually creepy. Then there was the white eyes on the possesed sister, which were creepy as well the first time. The fifth time she was still hot.

And at least there were no hand-held cameras.

[Angra]

Ok, adding right after HAUNT to dwnld & check out soon. But I'm not getting why you are so much confused with the title?? Check out IMDB info here (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1385543/releaseinfo?ref_=tt_dt_dt#akas)...the original title was HAUNTED (simply Haunted, not part 1/2/3 or 4) & I guess later they just gave a new one which is DARK HOUSE, release year: 2014 (simply Dark House, it's not part of any franchise/series). Though wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haunted_%282012_film%29)says it's a 2012 movie.


Then i don't understand why it says (IV) by the Haunted titel next to the cover on IMDB?? Is it because there's been 3 movies before this one with the same titel?

[Ferox13]

300: Rise of an Empire
http://cdn.mos.totalfilm.com/images/f/first-poster-for-300-rise-of-an-empire-132422-a-1366187823.jpg

Cider, iMax and Eva Green made me enjoy this way more than I should.

[Baron Von Marlon]

The Wolf Of Wall Street
Great movie. Quite similar to Scorsese's other work like Goodfellas and Casino.

[Giganticface]

The Grand Budapest Hotel.

Wes Andersen just keeps on doing it. I don't know how he manages to have such a distinct style, while still remaining fresh each time. He'll probably never top my favorites of his (Rushmore, Bottle Rocket), but this one might end up near the top.

[The Bloofer Lady]

I really liked that film but thought the tacky ending let it down.

Agreed...

[The Bloofer Lady]

The Grand Budapest Hotel.

Wes Andersen just keeps on doing it. I don't know how he manages to have such a distinct style, while still remaining fresh each time. He'll probably never top my favorites of his (Rushmore, Bottle Rocket), but this one might end up near the top.

RUSHMORE was sweet and a lot of fun.

[Joe E Ville]

Inside Llewyn Davis
Went in clean shaven and came out with a full beard. Love the idea of how a person who inspired so many in the folk music scene was overlooked by pop culture but man alive! Did it have to move slower than a legless zombie?

[The Bloofer Lady]

PUZZLEHEAD (2005)

In a sparse future world a scientist manages to create a cyborg doppelganger whom he names "Puzzlehead". Puzzle is allowed to start going out and things get dark when he develops a friendship with a girl the scientist happens to be secretly in love with.
Its a slow build but I'm glad I stuck with it. It has great atmosphere and offers something a little different.

[roshiq]

Then i don't understand why it says (IV) by the Haunted titel next to the cover on IMDB?? Is it because there's been 3 movies before this one with the same titel?

yes...most probably. ::roll eyes::

[roshiq]

In Fear (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/InFear2013_zpsd0b979ff.jpg

>>: B

Haunt (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/HAUNT13_zpsb100b2c1.jpg

Thanks a lot to Angra for the rec.

>>: A-

La Casa Del Fin De Los Tiempos aka The House of the End Times (http://horrorbug.com/movies/la-casa-del-fin-de-los-tiempos-the-house-of-the-end-times-2013/) (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/houseoftheendtimes1_zps3a3f1428.jpg

This very first Horror-thriller from Venezuela tells the story of Dulce, a mother who suddenly starts to having encounters with "ghosts" or more likely some strange intruders inside their old house where they have been living for last 5 years. Now, she must decipher a mystery that could trigger a prophecy: one by one losing her most precious loved ones... the death of her family!

As a first time genre effort, I must say this is a fantastic accomplishment by the Venezuelan director Alejandro Hidalgo. The way he implanted the "twist" (which you may have seen in few movies before) into this beautiful, moving tale of a family, is highly appreciating. Though there are some creepy set-pieces or horror elements at the first half but it's not entirely an horror flick, more of a twisted thriller with a great production value...particularly loved the Gothic atmospheric vibe of that old house. The cast did a great job, mainly the female lead & the child actor playing the older brother of her 2 kids carried the film pretty convincingly till the end.

I've a feeling that an American remake is inevitable; soon or later Hollywood won't resist itself to give it an unnecessary treatment of its kind as it has already become the top-grossing film in Venezuela last year.

Recommended.

>>: A-

Machete Kills (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/Machetekills_zpsf3848e65.jpg

>>: C+

[Angra]

La Casa Del Fin De Los Tiempos aka The House of the End Times (http://horrorbug.com/movies/la-casa-del-fin-de-los-tiempos-the-house-of-the-end-times-2013/) (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/houseoftheendtimes1_zps3a3f1428.jpg

This very first Horror-thriller from Venezuela tells the story of Dulce, a mother who suddenly starts to having encounters with "ghosts" or more likely some strange intruders inside their old house where they have been living for last 5 years. Now, she must decipher a mystery that could trigger a prophecy: one by one losing her most precious loved ones... the death of her family!

As a first time genre effort, I must say this is a fantastic accomplishment by the Venezuelan director Alejandro Hidalgo. The way he implanted the "twist" (which you may have seen in few movies before) into this beautiful, moving tale of a family, is highly appreciating. Though there are some creepy set-pieces or horror elements at the first half but it's not entirely an horror flick, more of a twisted thriller with a great production value...particularly loved the Gothic atmospheric vibe of that old house. The cast did a great job, mainly the female lead & the child actor playing the older brother of her 2 kids carried the film pretty convincingly till the end.

I've a feeling that an American remake is inevitable; soon or later Hollywood won't resist itself to give it an unnecessary treatment of its kind as it has already become the top-grossing film in Venezuela last year.

Recommended.

>>: A-



Sold!

And you're welcome. :)

[Angra]

"Hell Baby" 7/10

Surprisingly effective scares for a horror/comedy. Unfortunately the scares got toned down after the first 20 minutes and then it went all comedy. Still pretty funny Family Guy humor, but they should have stuck with the first 20 minutes recipe, which was a perfect combination of comedy and horror.

[The Villain]

You're Next
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g432/Travis_Lake/MV5BMTQwODAxMTE1NF5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwNTQ0MjY3OQ_V1_ SX214__zps391b305a.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/Travis_Lake/media/MV5BMTQwODAxMTE1NF5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwNTQ0MjY3OQ_V1_ SX214__zps391b305a.jpg.html)

I don't know why i bother with home invasion movies, they're all the same and are never scary. This one is no different. The cold opening was dull, the characters are annoying and unlikable and the acting is terrible. The villains are totally unforgettable. You can't just slap a mask on someone and think that makes them a good bad guy.

It gets a little better when the main character goes all John Mclane on the bad guys but it's ruined by the lame ending.

SPOILERS
From a realistic and logical standpoint, Erin definitely would've gone to prison even without the accidental shooting of the cop. There was no one left to back up her story that she didn't in fact murder everyone. That's one reason why i like monster movies better then slashers. You don't have to explain to the police why you're murdered some creature. But you're gonna have some problems convincing everyone it was self defense when the cops walk into a fucking bloodbath and you're the only one standing.

Other movies have been able to pull off the "character survives only to be killed by police due to misunderstanding" trope but this movie did not. It was an unnecessary ending which would've been better if she had just walked out of the house and it ended. Even with that ending she might be able to escape arrest since no one would've really known that she was supposed to be there.
END OF SPOILERS

Overall, it was interesting but not worth the hype it got. Basically mediocre.

[NightOfTheLiving_Sam]

The Loved Ones [2009]

http://www.joblo.com/newsimages1/lola%20and%20brent.jpg


This one was worth the watch!! ::cool::

[Angra]

The Loved Ones [2009]

http://www.joblo.com/newsimages1/lola%20and%20brent.jpg


This one was worth the watch!! ::cool::


One hot looney.

[The Villain]

Haunter
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g432/Travis_Lake/Mobile%20Uploads/large_vUlZ3iST9S2hUCRuM73UWEpuQjb_zpsrz6xfoyd.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/Travis_Lake/media/Mobile%20Uploads/large_vUlZ3iST9S2hUCRuM73UWEpuQjb_zpsrz6xfoyd.jpg. html)

Given the synopsis I thought this movie would be more about a girl who thinks she's haunted but then finds out she's the ghost doing the haunting and tries to save the living girl from the person who killed her.

Instead its more of a ghost groundhog day, inter dimensional story which ends up being really dull.

[phantomstranger]

"The Apparition" (2012)
-Ashley Greene
Plot:
A young ccouple is haunted by a supernatural presence unleashed during a college experiment


Phantoms Review: This film commits the cardinal sin of horror films. ...it isn't scary. Not in the least, the film tries to be an old fashioned ghost story loaded with atmosphere, but there is absolutely no pay off. It's a really dull film. The only thing going for it is leading lady Ashley Greene, who is very hot, outside of that don't waste your time.

[roshiq]

You're Next
I don't know why i bother with home invasion movies, they're all the same and are never scary. This one is no different. The cold opening was dull, the characters are annoying and unlikable and the acting is terrible. The villains are totally unforgettable. You can't just slap a mask on someone and think that makes them a good bad guy.

It gets a little better when the main character goes all John Mclane on the bad guys but it's ruined by the lame ending.

Overall, it was interesting but not worth the hype it got. Basically mediocre.

Ditto, found it pretty mediocre too. I thought the twist would be she used to work for that gang once...anyway, I don't mind home invasion flicks but yeah...when see films like Purge & this gets rave reviews it just becomes quite frustrating. Here are few recent but better home invasion flicks that you can check out...
1. Sleep Tight [2011] (not totally a Home invasion flick, more of psycho-thriller from Spain. Loved it!),
2. Kidnapped [2010] (A Spanish one & I liked it)
3. In Their Skin (2012)
4. In Their Sleep [2010] (A French Home invasion film...it was kinda creepy & atmospheric at the beginning but the ending was a disappointment)

[Fearonsarms]

Creepshow 3 (2006) Abysmal. Avoid.

[The Villain]

Ditto, found it pretty mediocre too. I thought the twist would be she used to work for that gang once...anyway, I don't mind home invasion flicks but yeah...when see films like Purge & this gets rave reviews it just becomes quite frustrating. Here are few recent but better home invasion flicks that you can check out...
1. Sleep Tight [2011] (not totally a Home invasion flick, more of psycho-thriller from Spain. Loved it!),
2. Kidnapped [2010] (A Spanish one & I liked it)
3. In Their Skin (2012)
4. In Their Sleep [2010] (A French Home invasion film...it was kinda creepy & atmospheric at the beginning but the ending was a disappointment)

I'll have to check those out, thanks Roshiq

[Angra]

Ditto, found it pretty mediocre too. I thought the twist would be she used to work for that gang once...anyway, I don't mind home invasion flicks but yeah...when see films like Purge & this gets rave reviews it just becomes quite frustrating. Here are few recent but better home invasion flicks that you can check out...
1. Sleep Tight [2011] (not totally a Home invasion flick, more of psycho-thriller from Spain. Loved it!),
2. Kidnapped [2010] (A Spanish one & I liked it)
3. In Their Skin (2012)
4. In Their Sleep [2010] (A French Home invasion film...it was kinda creepy & atmospheric at the beginning but the ending was a disappointment)

Not a fan of home invasion horror.

The Dark Hours is the only one i really liked, all thanks to the twist in the end.

[Ferox13]

Not a fan of home invasion horror.

The Dark Hours is the only one i really liked, all thanks to the twist in the end.

Well there is always the originator of the genre, Desperate Hours and must be seen Fight for your Life :-)

[roshiq]

Well there is always the originator of the genre, Desperate Hours and must be seen Fight for your Life :-)

Love Fight for your Life, great flick ::cool::

[shadyJ]

I just finished watching High Tension. I didn't know a lot about it going in so the ending did take me by surprise. Some amazing kills in this one, and some very gripping moments. I like the saturated look of the movie and the score too. Pretty brutal film. If I hadn't seen some of the other French extremity films I would probably have been more traumatized, but after Interiors, Martyrs, and Frontiers, High Tension was all that bad. However, by any other standards than French horror, this movie is fucking brutal.

[Ferox13]

Kill the Irishman (2011)
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-W9kmYyQzSnk/T27ZTDqpm9I/AAAAAAAAAKM/nPWXWSr2hAk/s1600/Kill-the-Irishman.jpg

Entertaining enough biopic about 70's Irish Mobster, Danny Greene. Watched as part of my 'Irish' double bill for Paddy's Day.

[Khaleesi]

Oldboy (2013): You know what I’m gonna say, the Korean version is much MUCH better, but I really liked Sharlto Copley in this one. Such a different character from “District 9”, I’m going to have to check out his other roles.

Almost Human (2013): Really tried to like this one, but I just couldn’t get into it. Reminded me a bit of “Dreamcatcher”, which I didn’t care for either.

[The Villain]

Almost Human (2013): Really tried to like this one, but I just couldn’t get into it. Reminded me a bit of “Dreamcatcher”, which I didn’t care for either.

Yeah I couldn't even finish that one

[roshiq]

Oldboy (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/Oldboy13_zps5d1036dc.jpg

An unnecessary & crappy remake but Elizabeth Olsen looked pretty good.

>>: C-

[Joe E Ville]

Watche Paco Plaza's (Rec,2&3) Second Name. Based on the Ramsey Campbell novel. If you like Nameless and Rosemary's Baby this may be for you. I enjoyed this one. Slower pacing but very effective as it unfolds. Makes me want to go back and re watch Nameless.

[Scarecrows]

IT (1990)

[Baron Von Marlon]

Buck Wild (2013)

"4 friends go on a hunting vacation (in Texas?) and then stuff happens."

Nice horror/comedy.
I'd say the less you know about this movie before you watch it, the better.
It wasn't great but better than average, nice effects, good amound of blood,...



SPOILER
-The creature from the beginning reminded me a lot of the rat-monkey from Braindead/Dead Alive. And the zombies/infected showed human behaviour. Also a bit of a similarity -

[roshiq]

Cabin Fever: Patient Zero (2014)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/CabinFever3_zpse5a9c709.jpg

>>: C-

The Battery (2012)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/TheBattery1_zps6f6ea799.jpg

A funny indie road-drama with the backdrop of zombie apocalypse. But the final act could have been 10 to 15 minutes shorter; nevertheless, found the ending kinda unsatisfactory, as if they weren't sure how to put an end to the story.

>>: B

Vittra aka Wither (2012)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/Wither12a_zps64e69ce9.jpg

Fairly inspired but kinda lame Swedish version of THE EVIL DEAD. The only decent & impressive part of the movie was its gore effects and the thing it lacks mostly was an effective background music, mainly which was needed for the deadities' activity.

>>: C+

[Sculpt]

The Caller 7/10

Currently on Netflix.

Fairly slick and quick moving film based on a cool idea. If you haven't seen it, and would like to, best experience is to just play it without reading anything about it (like I did). Good acting, sharp simple sets, effective directing.


SPOILER:
================================================== =======
New lady move into a new apt, gets call by crazy older woman... from the past, who has the power to chance the present. This is a concept that's difficult to keep suspension of disbelief intact, but I think the director does a good job keeping things moving to the end. Plays a bit like a Twilight Zone ep in that way.
================================================== =======

[shadyJ]

I just tried to watch Romero's Diary of the Dead. I hadn't seen it yet. I made it about 40 minutes in. I just couldn't take it. Bad performances, and a lot of the lacking performances had to do with Romero himself. Poorly executed for a found footage movie, everything felt planned and staged, and there was none of the spontaneous feeling that the better found footage movies have. That dialogue would have been impossible to pull off with any naturalism, so it's hard to pin the blame on the actors. Found footage works best with a lot of improvisation, and none of that occurred here. If you want to state some message about human nature, it helps if your characters make somewhat realistic decisions. Otherwise no one is going to be able to relate to the characters, and your message will ring hollow. The social commentary felt so forced, because the character's actions were implausible. The characters continually had to tell the audience what to take from the movie with a leaden voice-over and heavy-handed speeches. Romero totally miscalculated the approach in his approach to found footage movies.

[Baron Von Marlon]

Jeepers Creepers
Better than I remembered. Good, not great.

Jeepers Creepers 2
Not as bad as I expected.

Read there's a 3rd part in the works.
Maybe they finally get it right this time.

[Scarecrows]

The Mist (2007)...thought this movie was ok..7/10

[Scarecrows]

Boo (2005)...Great movie guys,Its about a handful of college students get trapped in a haunted hospital on halloween night. 8/10

[Angra]

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p17/Kasper_76/Imaginaerum_zps5072e320.jpg

"Imaginaerum" 8-9/10


Been waiting for this movie for many years now, so I was very surprised to discover it actually came out in 2012.

A dark fantasy musical written by Tuomas Holopainen from the band Nightwish, with an amazing score by Nightwish and song sequences that looks like beautifully made music videoes. It's a visually stunning, surreal and poetic story, but yet simple enough for people to be able to connect all the dots. Think "Re-cycle" but without the horror, add a few short songs and a fucked up version of "The Snowman" and you have half of Imaginaerum.

Could almost be a instant classic.

Highly, highly, highly recommended.

[Baron Von Marlon]

The Dirties

"Two best friends are filming a comedy about getting revenge on the bullies at their high school. One of them isn't joking."

Boring with a cheap, shitty ending.

[NightOfTheLiving_Sam]

I recently watched....
Night Of The Living Dead-90's version.

I wanted to re-watch it again, it was good but the original will always be the best! ::cool::

[Baron Von Marlon]

Snowpiercer (2013)

First half was alright. After that I kinda lost attention.
Ending was quite meh.

[Sculpt]

I recently watched....
Night Of The Living Dead-90's version.

I wanted to re-watch it again, it was good but the original will always be the best! ::cool::
I saw the 90s version of NOTD many years ago. Comparing the two, I thought the 90's version was so completely inferior, it mad me hate it. To me, it lost all the elements from the original that made the original so good - the documentarian niche, the creepy echo music, the battle, distrust, racial overtones, and love and humanity of the very real characters.

[Ferox13]

Starred Up (2013)

http://www.rowthree.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/starrep-up.jpg

Just saw this yesterday - fantastic gritty British Drama about a volatile, violent 19 year old offender who is transfered to a new prison. It is similar in ways to Bronson but without the stylised presentation. This one is more raw and realistic (a bit like SCUM in that respect).

Jack O'Connell is amazing in the lead - I loved him in Eden Lake, where he also played a vicious little thug. He was also in the recent 300 film. Honestly, check this one out and thank me later..

[shadyJ]

I saw the 90s version of NOTD many years ago. Comparing the two, I thought the 90's version was so completely inferior, it mad me hate it. To me, it lost all the elements from the original that made the original so good - the documentarian niche, the creepy echo music, the battle, distrust, racial overtones, and love and humanity of the very real characters.

I didn't hate the 90' NOTLD, but of course it was far inferior to the original, for the reasons you stated, although I think 'love and humanity of the very real characters' is a bit of a stretch to describe the original. One mistake the remake made is toughening up Barbara. Some people complain about how brittle Barbara is in the original, but I think that serves the story and atmosphere perfectly. She is a nervous wreck, and her hysteria gives the movie almost a sense of panic, an edge because it makes the situation all the more fragile. Plus her screaming is great. One of the great scenes of horror is Barbara screaming as the zombies take her away.

[phantomstranger]

'Atlantic Rim' (2013)

Plot: monsters vs robots (sound familiar)

Phantoms Review: Truly awful rip off of 'Pacific Rim' (produced by The Asylum , of course), terrible on every level, FX, acting, plot, action , it's a complete waste of time.

[Giganticface]

I didn't hate the 90' NOTLD, but of course it was far inferior to the original, for the reasons you stated, although I think 'love and humanity of the very real characters' is a bit of a stretch to describe the original. One mistake the remake made is toughening up Barbara. Some people complain about how brittle Barbara is in the original, but I think that serves the story and atmosphere perfectly. She is a nervous wreck, and her hysteria gives the movie almost a sense of panic, an edge because it makes the situation all the more fragile. Plus her screaming is great. One of the great scenes of horror is Barbara screaming as the zombies take her away.

I prefer the stronger Barbara from the remake, but agree that as a whole the movie isn't better than the original. It's good though. I actually think it's a darn good remake as far as remakes go, and the effects are excellent. Tom Savini did well in his full-length directorial debut.

I agree with Sculpt that certain social themes were lost in the original, such as racism, but times had significantly changed between 1968 and 1990. The original was perhaps the first black hero in a feature film, while in 1990, African American culture was reaching new heights in popularity, both in music and film. In 1968, Romero was commenting on Vietnam, which was a distant memory in 1990, when there was no equivalent controversy. If Tom Savini wanted to make a statement in 1990, it would have probably had to be about political correctness or Saddam's oil fields. I'm glad he didn't attempt that. :)

[Ferox13]

'Atlantic Rim' (2013)

Plot: monsters vs robots (sound familiar)

Phantoms Review: Truly awful rip off of 'Pacific Rim' (produced by The Asylum , of course), terrible on every level, FX, acting, plot, action , it's a complete waste of time.

I so want to see this.

[Sculpt]

I didn't hate the 90' NOTLD, but of course it was far inferior to the original, for the reasons you stated, although I think 'love and humanity of the very real characters' is a bit of a stretch to describe the original. One mistake the remake made is toughening up Barbara. Some people complain about how brittle Barbara is in the original, but I think that serves the story and atmosphere perfectly. She is a nervous wreck, and her hysteria gives the movie almost a sense of panic, an edge because it makes the situation all the more fragile. Plus her screaming is great. One of the great scenes of horror is Barbara screaming as the zombies take her away.
It's with the Barbara and Ben characters that I mention the love of humanity. Because Barbara is so weak, that, even though she's a stranger (& white), Ben protects her with his life. He becomes what he has to be to protect her. Among the group he's stuck with, he has to assume the role of leader. There's a selfish dude Karl, who would just assume let Ben get killed at the earliest convenience; but Ben needs to use everyone. Protecting Barbara is at the heart of protecting our loved ones. It's the heart and backbone of the film. I don't recall really caring about any characters in the 90 version.
I prefer the stronger Barbara from the remake, but agree that as a whole the movie isn't better than the original. It's good though. I actually think it's a darn good remake as far as remakes go, and the effects are excellent. Tom Savini did well in his full-length directorial debut.

I agree with Sculpt that certain social themes were lost in the original, such as racism, but times had significantly changed between 1968 and 1990. The original was perhaps the first black hero in a feature film, while in 1990, African American culture was reaching new heights in popularity, both in music and film. In 1968, Romero was commenting on Vietnam, which was a distant memory in 1990, when there was no equivalent controversy. If Tom Savini wanted to make a statement in 1990, it would have probably had to be about political correctness or Saddam's oil fields. I'm glad he didn't attempt that. :)
I may give the 90 version a second look.

[ChronoGrl]

You're Next
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I don't know why i bother with home invasion movies, they're all the same and are never scary. This one is no different. The cold opening was dull, the characters are annoying and unlikable and the acting is terrible. The villains are totally unforgettable. You can't just slap a mask on someone and think that makes them a good bad guy.

It gets a little better when the main character goes all John Mclane on the bad guys but it's ruined by the lame ending.

SPOILERS
From a realistic and logical standpoint, Erin definitely would've gone to prison even without the accidental shooting of the cop. There was no one left to back up her story that she didn't in fact murder everyone. That's one reason why i like monster movies better then slashers. You don't have to explain to the police why you're murdered some creature. But you're gonna have some problems convincing everyone it was self defense when the cops walk into a fucking bloodbath and you're the only one standing.

Other movies have been able to pull off the "character survives only to be killed by police due to misunderstanding" trope but this movie did not. It was an unnecessary ending which would've been better if she had just walked out of the house and it ended. Even with that ending she might be able to escape arrest since no one would've really known that she was supposed to be there.
END OF SPOILERS

Overall, it was interesting but not worth the hype it got. Basically mediocre.


Awww... I really enjoyed that one. The sibling arguments cracked me up and there were a couple of parts that made me cringe even in a second viewing... Plus the "twist" gave me a WHOLE lot of appreciation for the movie...



SPOIERS


LOVE the kickass chick shift!!

[Angra]

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p17/Kasper_76/13Sins_zps2e400065.jpg

"13 Sins" 8-9/10


Now that's entertainment.

Story:
"A cryptic phone call sets off a dangerous game of risks for Elliot, a down-on-his luck salesman. The game promises increasing rewards for completing 13 tasks, each more sinister than the last."

A high paced thriller, both suspenseful and hilarious at the same time. Had a couple of scenes that were a little far fetched, but except for that minor detail this movie did everything right. No dull moments.
Never seen the guy playing the lead before, but he was great.

Could easilly become a franchise.

[roshiq]

Holy Ghost People (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/HGP_zpsadeb99a3.jpg

>>: B

Dark House (2014)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/DarkHouse14_zps565ef0ea.jpg

Agree with Angra; there were clear King, Koontz or even, to some extent, Clive Barker inspirations in the plot line & characters. So you can guess, the story had a great potential to become something really cool but frustratingly it didn't live up that expectations as a whole. The most disappointing part was they didn't explore that house at all, I just didn't get why nobody ever even just went & checked out the upstairs?! I was expecting a Lovecraftian showdown at the end with some creepy-weird monsters popping out from the dark corners of the house but that never happened. I think it was all because of budgetary issues, all those 'angels & demons' in human forms also never think of revealing themselves even when they were fighting with each other.

It's sad, when a film like this with such interesting premise turns out this way & a probably cool devilish villain never get a chance to show up.

>>: B-

[Angra]

>>: B

Dark House (2014)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/DarkHouse14_zps565ef0ea.jpg

Agree with Angra; there were clear King, Koontz or even, to some extent, Clive Barker inspirations in the plot line & characters. So you can guess, the story had a great potential to become something really cool but frustratingly it didn't live up that expectations as a whole. The most disappointing part was they didn't explore that house at all, I just didn't get why nobody ever even just went & checked out the upstairs?! I was expecting a Lovecraftian showdown at the end with some creepy-weird monsters popping out from the dark corners of the house but that never happened. I think it was all because of budgetary issues, all those 'angels & demons' in human forms also never think of revealing themselves even when they were fighting with each other.

It's sad, when a film like this with such interesting premise turns out this way & a probably cool devilish villain never get a chance to show up.

>>: B-


Also the min characters psychic gift. Why did he have it? Was it just to make him more interesting? It didn't come in handy at any time in the movie. He did't even bothered to tell his friend who would die in war maybe not to join the army. ::roll eyes:: A real pal.

[cheebacheeba]

Story:
"A cryptic phone call sets off a dangerous game of risks for Elliot, a down-on-his luck salesman. The game promises increasing rewards for completing 13 tasks, each more sinister than the last."

A high paced thriller, both suspenseful and hilarious at the same time. Had a couple of scenes that were a little far fetched, but except for that minor detail this movie did everything right. No dull moments.
Never seen the guy playing the lead before, but he was great.

Could easilly become a franchise.

So this is like a remake of the thai film from a few years back? Seems pretty similar.
Might have to take a look.



I just got through "Dark Shadows"...Maybe it's an alright homage to the original series or some such, but personally I found it just, droll and boring.
Few of the bitsof dialogue gave me a chuckle, but it was bereft of any kind of atmosphere, something Burton used to be able to muster.
I could deal with never seeing this again.

[hammerfan]

Divergent

Not bad. I know nothing about the story, so had low expectations. Kind of a mash-up of Hunger Games and Logan's Run.

[Angra]

So this is like a remake of the thai film from a few years back? .

Yes it is.

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p17/Kasper_76/Viy_zpsfa26627d.jpg


"Viy 3D" (2014) 7-8/10

A very well made russian/american fantasy in the vein of "The Brothers Grimm" and Burtons "Sleepy Hollow". Sadly the story drags a bit in the last third and the ending is just a complete anticlimax compared to the original version from 1967. But it DOES contain a lot of good stuff as well.

[Baron Von Marlon]

The Hobbit (extended cut)

+Better than I expected.
Beautiful locations and special effects.
For a 3 hour movie it didn't bore me.

-Again with the eagles at the last second. Use them from the start or don't use them at all.
Decapitations without blood (or any kind of fluid) are kinda silly.
The singing bits were unnecessary and a bit childish.

[Sculpt]

Gonna keep this short...

Ender's Game - 8/10

Good cast, a fair short interp of the book.


Gravity - 6/10

I was surprised at the sparseness of the plot. It was late night when I saw the movie; and that may be the worst time for most to see a film like this. This is a big screen film. And one has to bring one's full awareness to experience the film.

[ImmortalSlasher]

"The Apparition" (2012)
-Ashley Greene
Plot:
A young ccouple is haunted by a supernatural presence unleashed during a college experiment


Phantoms Review: This film commits the cardinal sin of horror films. ...it isn't scary. Not in the least, the film tries to be an old fashioned ghost story loaded with atmosphere, but there is absolutely no pay off. It's a really dull film. The only thing going for it is leading lady Ashley Greene, who is very hot, outside of that don't waste your time.

This is pretty much what I thought too. Ashley Greene is the only reason to check it out. And then stop watching a few minutes after she has that shower scene and walks around in her undies.

I didn't hate the 90' NOTLD, but of course it was far inferior to the original, for the reasons you stated, although I think 'love and humanity of the very real characters' is a bit of a stretch to describe the original. One mistake the remake made is toughening up Barbara. Some people complain about how brittle Barbara is in the original, but I think that serves the story and atmosphere perfectly. She is a nervous wreck, and her hysteria gives the movie almost a sense of panic, an edge because it makes the situation all the more fragile. Plus her screaming is great. One of the great scenes of horror is Barbara screaming as the zombies take her away.

I like the stronger Barbara but I like the original too. Both are good. Fans should check the other Horror forum for another version of the 90s NotLD.


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Lights Out (short film) -

I think there is a short film area around here. But it wasn't getting much activity. And Lights Out is so short that people should check it out.


-fDzdDfviLI


In many ways, this is again one of those stupid behavior movies. Remember this -

Eddie Murphy foul language warning!!!


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I too would be gone. But. And a big but. Lights Out is good. It got me. It's scary. I saved it. It reminds me of a time I'm sure I was near a ghost. It gives me shivers now just thinking about it. But unlike this lady I stayed under the sheets. I probably should have left. I can't remember clearly why I didn't. It was late. Maybe I wasn't sure because I've been in the presence of ghosts a few times and it's spaced by a lot of time in between. But the feeling is always the same. It's one of those familiar feelings that don't happen a lot yet when you realize it you know. I felt the presence of the ghost above me until I passed out. I should be brave and old enough now to confront one. But you never know.




Nightmare on Elm Street (Part 1, 2 & 5) - Slight Viewing Revelation -

These are on cable now. And watching a bit of each, mostly Part 1. I realized something. That I've never seen these movies uncut before. Except for Freddy vs. Jason. But after watching the original Nightmare on Elm Street, I realize that Freddy vs. Jason doesn't really count. Yes, I saw them when I was young. But all this time I stayed away from watching these. I think that first movie really scared me to death. In the first movie, I didn't know that there was a slight nude scene when Freddy pulls Nancy under the water in the tub. And it's like being under a frozen lake which is scary. Also, the amount of blood in the death scenes. The music also picks up and reflects the amount of terror and panic the characters are in when Freddy shows up. I want to watch the whole series the right way that I do with horror now but part of me is worried. Do I put myself through that? Childhood fears can mess with you. Kind of like that line that major asshole teacher says in Friday the 13th Part 8.




Storage 24 -

This is one of those movies that probably sounded good on paper or in some kind of committee. Alien in a storage facility! But what it is, is boring. And a example of why a bad CGI alien will never come close to a Practical alien. The mouth on the Alien in Storage 24 is creepy. But other than that it's the usual. Funny how the creatures in movies like Alien, Aliens, and Predator still hold up.

[roshiq]

Also the min characters psychic gift. Why did he have it? Was it just to make him more interesting? It didn't come in handy at any time in the movie. He did't even bothered to tell his friend who would die in war maybe not to join the army. ::roll eyes:: A real pal.

After he saves Eve (the pregnant wife of Nick) from Lillith, Tobin Bell's character - Seth tells Eve: "Why do you think that he touch someone & see their terrible deaths? Because, Nick...is the son of terrible deaths!" :shocked:

I don't think the guy who would die in the war wasn't a friend of Nick, he somehow hears about Nick's special gift & request Nick's friend Ryan to have some drinks with them at the bar & while celebrating Nick's birthday he requested Nick to do his psychic thing just for once.

[Angra]

After he saves Eve (the pregnant wife of Nick) from Lillith, Tobin Bell's character - Seth tells Eve: "Why do you think that he touch someone & see their terrible deaths? Because, Nick...is the son of terrible deaths!"

Oh, that's pretty cool. Totally missed that.

[cheebacheeba]

The Raid 2.
Won preview tickets, well the wife did anyway.

I really liked the first one, was looking forward to see some more brutality visited upon various people - and I got that in spades. Some of the longest, most well coreographed, and brutal fight scenes I've ever witnessed - if I can say that moreso than the first one, you'll know what I'm talking about. \
They out-do it.

Bit more "story" this time, not sure if that was to the benefit or detriment of the overall movie, perhaps it was on account of the amount of "foreign" names of the characters that sometimes I found it hard to follow who was being referred to.
Little bit of a Shakespeare vibe to the overall plot.

I think, that while it's technically a better film with more action and plot, the first one succeeded greatly on the feeling of isolation and desperation, had a touch more atmosphere - but whatever the second one lacked in some areas, it more than made up for with others.

It's tense, it's crazy, it has fight scenes that just look so damn painful...oh, and one hell of a great car chase scene.

I'd give the first raid a 9/10, this one's a solid 7.5.
I like the first one better, but for personal taste.

[Baron Von Marlon]

Anchorman 2: The Supersized R-rated version
Good sequel. Quite hilarious if you like this sort of humour.
I'm glad I watched this version instead of cut one.

The Raid 2.
Won preview tickets, well the wife did anyway.

I really liked the first one, was looking forward to see some more brutality visited upon various people - and I got that in spades. Some of the longest, most well coreographed, and brutal fight scenes I've ever witnessed - if I can say that moreso than the first one, you'll know what I'm talking about. \
They out-do it.

Bit more "story" this time, not sure if that was to the benefit or detriment of the overall movie, perhaps it was on account of the amount of "foreign" names of the characters that sometimes I found it hard to follow who was being referred to.
Little bit of a Shakespeare vibe to the overall plot.

I think, that while it's technically a better film with more action and plot, the first one succeeded greatly on the feeling of isolation and desperation, had a touch more atmosphere - but whatever the second one lacked in some areas, it more than made up for with others.

It's tense, it's crazy, it has fight scenes that just look so damn painful...oh, and one hell of a great car chase scene.

I'd give the first raid a 9/10, this one's a solid 7.5.
I like the first one better, but for personal taste.

Good to hear, I'm looking forward to this one.

[shadyJ]

I finally got around to watching John Dies at the End. It was a fun movie with a lot of great scenes. It was in my Netflix queue, but I hadn't been real keen to see it because it really bugs me when things try hard to be quirky, and John Dies At the End does look like it has that weirdness-for-the-sake-of-weirdness thing going on, but the movie did win me over. What worked was the humor, yeah it was a deliberately strange movie, but most of the weirdness was a setup for comic gags. That would have been a disaster if the gags weren't funny, but the movie had a lot of great inventive jokes and a good sense of comic timing. It slightly reminds me of Southland Tales, but Southland Tales had the critical flaw of taking its own strangeness seriously, so the oddness felt forced and the movie ended up coming off as pretentious.

[Sculpt]

I finally got around to watching John Dies at the End. It was a fun movie with a lot of great scenes. It was in my Netflix queue, but I hadn't been real keen to see it because it really bugs me when things try hard to be quirky, and John Dies At the End does look like it has that weirdness-for-the-sake-of-weirdness thing going on, but the movie did win me over. What worked was the humor, yeah it was a deliberately strange movie, but most of the weirdness was a setup for comic gags. That would have been a disaster if the gags weren't funny, but the movie had a lot of great inventive jokes and a good sense of comic timing. It slightly reminds me of Southland Tales, but Southland Tales had the critical flaw of taking its own strangeness seriously, so the oddness felt forced and the movie ended up coming off as pretentious.
Yes! John Dies At the End was great! It was smart and slick. I loved the whole movie, except for the end, especially when they see Thoras. The writer had the smarts to make a better ending, but the end was OK. I'd give 9/10.

[Vodstok]

Currently enjoying one of the century's best superhero movies:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/50/Doctor_Horrible_Banner.jpg

[Scarecrows]

The conjuring (2013)

[Angra]

Currently enjoying one of the century's best superhero movies:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/50/Doctor_Horrible_Banner.jpg


I believe I've seen that "movie" more than 20 times.

[Angra]

"Patrick" (2013) 6-7/10

Had the perfect settings for a classic haunted house movie. Too bad it wasn't. Instead "Patrick" is a remake of the 1978 "Patrick" about a patient in some kind of coma with telekinetic powers who falls in love with the new nurse and will do anything (Except waking up) to get her. Pretty stupid story and the ending was just so american. If it had been about a haunted creepy hospital it probably would have been a lot better.

[The Bloofer Lady]

"Patrick" (2013) 6-7/10

Had the perfect settings for a classic haunted house movie. Too bad it wasn't. Instead "Patrick" is a remake of the 1978 "Patrick" about a patient in some kind of coma with telekinetic powers who falls in love with the new nurse and will do anything (Except waking up) to get her. Pretty stupid story and the ending was just so american. If it had been about a haunted creepy hospital it probably would have been a lot better.

Just saw the original PATRICK last weekend. Didn't know there was a remake. I enjoyed it (the original). Would probably just watch the remake to compare them. "(Except waking up)" lol.

[Ferox13]

Have you seen the 'sequel' to Patrick? Patrick Still Lives - it is outrageous, sleezy slimeball of a film and I mean that in a good way. Its by the same guy who did Giallo a Venezia.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51TR26VS2NL.jpg

[The Bloofer Lady]

Have you seen the 'sequel' to Patrick? Patrick Still Lives - it is outrageous, sleezy slimeball of a film and I mean that in a good way. Its by the same guy who did Giallo a Venezia.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51TR26VS2NL.jpg

Oh I'm gonna have to get me some of this.

[Angra]

Oh I'm gonna have to get me some of this.

Yea, maybe Patrick will get that handjob in this one.

[Fearonsarms]

Colour From The Dark-thanks Ferox for the rec. Not as fun as The Curse but had some good moments glad I saw it.

[The Bloofer Lady]

Yea, maybe Patrick will get that handjob in this one.

Under the circumstances, who could blame him for a few blown-out light bulbs.. ::wink::

[NightOfTheLiving_Sam]

The Last Movie I watched was HomeFront [2013]

I enjoyed it! Very thrilling and entertaining. =)

http://wac.450f.edgecastcdn.net/80450F/screencrush.com/files/2013/09/homefront-james-franco-jason-statham-1.jpg

[The Bloofer Lady]

DEAD GIRLS 1990

If cheesy slasher movies about all-girl rock bands with names like Bertha Beirut and Nancy Napalm make you sick....then get ready to vomit! Once the beverages take effect, I'm able to happily watch anything. This one's pretty bad folks, but I still managed to enjoy it.

[ChronoGrl]

It's been a while since I've posted so forgive me if this is at all redundant...


In terms of horror...


Byzantium (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1531901/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (2012)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/byzantium_zpsb40147fb.jpg


I really loved this movie. It actually has a very similar construct to Interview with a Vampire in that it's a non-conventional vampire movie that's part present-day and part period piece as our main character tells her tale... The period piece is gorgeous and epic and well-shot... The present-day story is interesting and intriguing and I really love how it slowly unraveled the vampire lore. Saoirse Ronan is simply mesmerizing to watch and listen to - You have a strong script and strong acting - Definitely a must for vampire-lovers though the average horror fan may get bored (it's a slow-burner).

I adored it, though.

4.25/5


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Frankenstein's Army (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1925435/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (2013)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/frankensteinsarmy_zpsb507d8a8.jpg


Sure, this movie has a lot of flaws... I mean, it's a "found footage" movie shot in WWII and everyone speaks English?? REALLY?! Also, the acting is a big shoddy at times...

BUT

When the movie gets to its climax... Oh, it's fabulous... Utterly fabulous. B-Grade-monster-movie-Nazi-experiment-sploitation-fabulous. I smiled with glee with the ridiculous creatures and the blood and gore... Honestly, I loved it and had a blast.

Definitely recommended for, uhm, I guess fans of B-Grade-monster-movie-Nazi-experiment-sploitation films?

Not a perfect movie but I had a damn good time with it.

3.75/5


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Mulberry St. (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0473514/?ref_=nv_sr_1) (2006)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/mulberryst_zps9974cf7a.jpg


MAN this is a fabulous low-budget take on the infection genre. One of my favorites... It's been a while since I've watched it and I forgot what a fantastic character piece this is, wrapped up in a horror/infection film.

Also the first movie by the director of Stakeland. SO recommended.

4/5


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ZMD: Zombies of Mass Destruction (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1134674/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (2009)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/zmd_zps83ab037c.jpg


BRILLIANT little low-budget zombie flick that specifically addresses issues of xenophobia and homophobia. Loved it.


3.5/5


...


And now for the non-horror...


Adult World (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1067765/?ref_=nv_sr_1) (2013)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/adult_world_zps134ccc63.jpg


Really loved this subtle character piece. Emma Roberts is fantastic as a 20-something wannabe poet who lives in delightful hyperbole. Great supporting cast too of Evan Peters and John Cusak (wasn't sure he fit in at first but he was perfect as the antisocial grumbly poet she adores).

I'm not sure if it's for everyone, but it's definitely something that I could watch over and over again.

4/5


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Twenty Feet from Stardom (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2396566/?ref_=nv_sr_1) (2013)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/20feet_zps21c77102.jpg


Brilliant and fascinating documentary about backup singers - Absolutely a blast to watch. Incredible soundtrack and tons of talent and great interviews. Definitely recommended.


4.75/5


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[Ferox13]

I knew you'd like Byzantium.

[roshiq]

Solo (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/SOLO_zps82795e53.jpg

Friday the 13th meets You're Next!...??

Just kidding! It wasn't nothing like that. A chubby girl gets terrorized on a remote island as part of her camp counselor initiation.

>>: C

100 Bloody Acres (2012)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/100BloodyAcres_zps4ff30671.jpg

A good gory-Aussie comedy.

>>: B

Home Sweet Home (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/HSH_zps055c41d3.jpg

A decently done typical home invasion flick but there wasn't a single clue why did that guy invade the house & killed them?

>>: B-

Omnivores (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/Omnivorosp1_zpse95e91df.jpg

A young food critic & freelance writer gets an investing job on the recent emergence of the Clandestine Restaurants but soon his investigation leads him to a secret organization...a Cannibal Club! In compare to any recent Spanish thrillers, found it pretty dull and mainly the actor playing the lead was one of the reasons for that as he kinda reminded me of Kristen Stewart, for showing a same dull, expressionless look all the time in the movie.

>>: C-

[Scarecrows]

Halloween (2007)

[Joe E Ville]

Still haven't seen Byzantium but really wang to see it desperately. Did watch Los Ultimos Dias and LOVED it.

Did see Omnivore and I agree with roshiq. Although I didn't love it because I found it plodded along with the pace of a club footed sloth. I must say the concept was interesting.

I need to give Penumbra another go.

[Joe E Ville]

Oh, forgot. Scatalogical references would be to easy to describe this movie but Underneath. The worst possible rip off of Descent. You need to see this in part for the make up effects that look like there were fabricated by a child. Pee ew. Pass the toilet paper.

Sorry to/for anyone involved in this film who may be on the forum.

[phantomstranger]

'The Conjuring' (2013)
-Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga

Plot: Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren work to help a family terrorized by a dark presence.

Phantoms Review: Truly excellent ghost story. Well acted, written and directed. Plenty of good BOO! scenes and a little humor mixed in. This film is not to be missed.

[cheebacheeba]

Captain America - The Winter Soldier.
While it's a somewhat compressed and slightly mixed up version of events...it works well. All in all IMO a much better film than the first one, and I'd say it's actually one of Marvels best to date. A really good, uncomplicated action film, that captures the spirit of the character very well.

The LEGO movie.
Hm. fun I guess. Nothing "wow". It's all Lego, that's kinda interesting.
Not a bad, though simplistic storyline.
Different to look at.

[Fearonsarms]

The Pact (2012) A good horror mystery. I enjoyed it.

[Baron Von Marlon]

Frankenstein's Army

Not perfect but what a movie!
Would love to see a sequel or sorts of this.

[The Villain]

Captain America: The Winter Soldier
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g432/Travis_Lake/MV5BMzA2NDkwODAwM15BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwODk5MTgzMTE_V1 _SY317_CR10214317__zpsfb915d62.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/Travis_Lake/media/MV5BMzA2NDkwODAwM15BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwODk5MTgzMTE_V1 _SY317_CR10214317__zpsfb915d62.jpg.html)

This was awesome. A lot of action and a great story. This didnt even need to be a Marvel movie, it works like an action movie on its own. Falcon and The Winter Soldier were introduced and used really well and it was a lot of fun. The best so far in the Phase 2 Avengers movies.

[roshiq]

Captain America: The Winter Soldier


This was awesome. A lot of action and a great story. This didnt even need to be a Marvel movie, it works like an action movie on its own. Falcon and The Winter Soldier were introduced and used really well and it was a lot of fun. The best so far in the Phase 2 Avengers movies.

yeah...heard lots of good stuffs about this one. Though still haven't seen THOR 2 & THE WOLVERINE but very much looking forward to check this out. My 2nd most anticipated movie of this year, after GODZILLA!

[The Villain]

yeah...heard lots of good stuffs about this one. Though still haven't seen THOR 2 & THE WOLVERINE but very much looking forward to check this out. My 2nd most anticipated movie of this year, after GODZILLA!

Me too. Cant wait for Godzilla

[Vodstok]

Watching Predator, just saw the new Thor last night. I really enjoyed it, especially since Lily and I had played through the Asgard levels in Marvel Heroes months ago so we recognized half the characters from there.

[hammerfan]

Life of Pi

Fell asleep. I think that's all I need to say.

[Angra]

Life of Pi

Fell asleep. I think that's all I need to say.


Heathen..

[ChronoGrl]

I knew you'd like Byzantium.

It was so fantastic and well-done. I thought I was over vampires but turns out a good movie is a good movie. ::wink::



Captain America: The Winter Soldier
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g432/Travis_Lake/MV5BMzA2NDkwODAwM15BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwODk5MTgzMTE_V1 _SY317_CR10214317__zpsfb915d62.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/Travis_Lake/media/MV5BMzA2NDkwODAwM15BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwODk5MTgzMTE_V1 _SY317_CR10214317__zpsfb915d62.jpg.html)

This was awesome. A lot of action and a great story. This didnt even need to be a Marvel movie, it works like an action movie on its own. Falcon and The Winter Soldier were introduced and used really well and it was a lot of fun. The best so far in the Phase 2 Avengers movies.

Really psyched for this! I loved the first movie too.


...


Divergent (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1840309/?ref_=nv_sr_1) (2014)


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I should have known better. I couldn't get into the books because I thought that the distopia setup was unbelievable and really infantile. Really?? People are separated because of their personality? Ugh. It's the kind of thing that comes out of a Writers' 101 class and apparently it did - The author wrote it when she was in college.

The movie was just as unbelievable and lame.

I'm going to go back and rewatch the Hunger Games.

[ImmortalSlasher]

Crimson Rivers 1 & 2 -

I love the atmosphere in these movies. I've seen them before and I've been meaning to get them on Blu-ray. They are like detective horror movies. With cops trying to solve murders with possible supernatural twists. Dubs are usually bad but in part 1 it's actually kind of funny. Fear.net has Part 1 dubbed and Part 2 in French. Go figure.

[Vodstok]

Mitt.

Not as infuriating as I was expecting (I think/thought he was a complete asshole) but seeing into his personal life and what he's like behind the scenes... Pretty much confirmed what I thought. He's a rich dude who wanted to play President.

I couldn't believe how little faith his family had in him. They backed him out of duty, but didn't seem to have any stomach for it.

[Angra]

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p17/Kasper_76/Repentance_zpsdf796dc2.jpg

"Repentance" 7/10

The black man's Misery.

[cheebacheeba]

On your left, DC. ::big grin::

[ChronoGrl]

Hell Baby (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2318527/?ref_=nv_sr_1) (2013)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/baby_zps7c941e43.jpg


Not good.

[Angra]

Hell Baby (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2318527/?ref_=nv_sr_1) (2013)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/baby_zps7c941e43.jpg


Not good.



Not a Family Guy fan?

I liked it.

[roshiq]

Wer (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/wer_zps788575f8.jpg

A hairy guy gets misunderstood for being a werewolf!::big grin:: Just kidding! The idea was fair enough but I was expecting he would gradually get more Were outlook...particularly at the end but it didn't turned out that way.

>>: B-

13 Sins (2014)

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**SPOILER**I didn't get or somehow couldn't able to follow all of those 13 tasks properly...I think they didn't show or I missed few of them, I guess. Moreover, he didn't participate that biker gang task, so how could he even qualify for the last one & win the prize?**SPOILER ENDS**

And last but not the least, thought that ending twist(s) was overloaded.

Overall, a decent effort for a remake but not up to mark.

>>: B-

Cannibal (2013)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/Cannibal13_zps5a783869.jpg

This is the story of Carlos, a decent middle-aged guy who is a tailor, living in small beautiful town of Granada. The thing is Carlos has an appetite for human flesh and as a decent guy he's quite good at managing his food supply by keeping himself safe from any sort of suspicion of the police or the local folks. This Spanish flick is actually more of a drama with good characterization & additional fine balance between romance & thriller. The "horror" elements are very minimal. But it was beautifully shot with a decent subtle or to some extent, art-house film approach. The ending was bit of a sudden & kinda unsatisfactory, expected more but overall I liked it.

>>: B+

[ChronoGrl]

Not a Family Guy fan?

I liked it.

What's the Family Guy connection?

I like Family Guy... And Rob Corddry too... But this movie just didn't work for me.

[Angra]

What's the Family Guy connection?



The humor.

[Angra]

13 Sins (2014)

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p433/sanjidparvez/13sins_zpsa5ea3739.jpg

**SPOILER**I didn't get or somehow couldn't able to follow all of those 13 tasks properly...I think they didn't show or I missed few of them, I guess. Moreover, he didn't participate that biker gang task, so how could he even qualify for the last one & win the prize?**SPOILER ENDS**

+

There is 1 of the tasks you only hear about (pretty sure the same was the case in the original). The task where he gets the homeless guys clothes. The task with the biker gang his task was to help the old lady putting up the wire. He did that and thereby completed the task.

Sure, the ending wasn't great, but to me it was a little less misfitting than the original. And both of them certainly leave room for sequels.

[Baron Von Marlon]

Not a Family Guy fan?

I liked it.

I'm quite the Family Guy fan but I didn't like that movie either.

[Angra]

I'm quite the Family Guy fan but I didn't like that movie either.


Fair enough.

[Angra]

"Axed" 4/10

After he gets fired a husband takes his family out to the countryside to...

Stupid.

Never figured out if this was a dark comedy horror flick or just plain horror. The humor was that dark. If there was any.

[hammerfan]

Not really sure if this goes here or in TV shows. Watched the first disc of "100 Years of Horror". Hosted by Christopher Lee. Made me happy. ::big grin::

[FryeDwight]

We have this on DVD...pretty good all around. Chris really is the last real Horror star and once he's gone, that is IT.::sad::

[hammerfan]

We have this on DVD...pretty good all around. Chris really is the last real Horror star and once he's gone, that is IT.::sad::

I think he'll be the only celebrity that I actually cry over when he dies.

[NightOfTheLiving_Sam]

http://www.theoohtray.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Berberian-Sound-Studio.jpeg
5/10

I enjoy strange movies, especially when I have to try to figure out what's going on: this movie just didn't make any sense to me really. The one thing I loved about it was how they were making sound effects inside of the Studio but the rest of the film seemed quite boring to me and didn't seem to make any sense to me at all. After it was over I simply just sighed: I was let down.

[Joe E Ville]

NOTL Sam, I watched Sound Studio a well but for some reason didn't mind it in a Fulci's the Beyond type of ambiguous ending. I have a weakness for the visuals od a film. This one hit me with the visuals and combined it with interesting sound. In fact I like the depth od shadow as well as the brown tones in the film. For some reason I can set aside a somewhat "less than" script in favor of visual appeal.

Anyone see Reverb? I heard it may be in the same vein?

[The Bloofer Lady]

THE GIFT 2000


Cate Blanchett, Katie Holmes, Keanu Reeves. A beautiful young socialite goes missing and a young widow steps in to help using her psychic ability.
It was on television tonight and I rewatched it and remembered what a good movie I thought it was.

[Ferox13]

The Raid 2 (2014)
http://cdn.mos.totalfilm.com/images/c/check-out-the-raid-2s-glowing-uk-poster-159101-a-1395317833-470-75.jpg

Intense, Brutal, violent, beautiful film. Best thing I have seen in some time. It even out does the first one.

Some great bad guys but you gotta love this fella (and his partner):

http://static.squarespace.com/static/51b3dc8ee4b051b96ceb10de/51ce6099e4b0d911b4489b79/533d93c8e4b076ea49923740/1396593543658/500w/the-raid-2-painful-baseball-bat-man-fight-clip-preview.jpg

[FryeDwight]

I think he'll be the only celebrity that I actually cry over when he dies.

I'm sure I will too...was quite sad when we lost both Vincent Price and Peter Cushing in less than a years time.
Definitely upset at 11 when Lon Chaney Jr died, as he was my first horror actor to pass after I got into this crazy obsession we have!

[FryeDwight]

BLADE (1998). Not bad, but not crazy about films based on comics as I find them lacking from the source. Two decent looking women help and pretty energetic throughout. Have heard the sequel is better and is on tap for later today. ***

[MichaelMyers]

The Unborn (2009). Very startling and creepy film.

[Scarecrows]

The woman in black (2012)

[The Bloofer Lady]

NETHERBEAST INC. 2007

Vampires masquerading as office workers to blend in. Its billed as a "quirky" comedy. I didn't find it overly funny or quirky and some of it didn't add up but it wasn't horrible.

[shadyJ]

I watched Insidious 2. I kinda liked the first one for its effective jump scares. This one didn't have the tension of the first one, so not really any scares. I did like the time jumps back and forth, and even a jump back to the first movie, but that was about it. Not worthless, but there are a lot better haunting movies out there. This is like a diet version of Wan's The Conjuring.

[The Bloofer Lady]

Got in "FROZEN" this weekend with my granddaughter. Deeelightful! ::big grin::

[newb]

Got in "FROZEN" this weekend with my granddaughter. Deeelightful! ::big grin::

yeah...i got 4 grandkids......first few times was cute...but after the ninth or tenth viewing in one week.............Argggggg...LET IT GO...LET IT GO......ARRRGGGGHHH

[shadyJ]

I watched The Last Days on Mars. It is about a international mars base crew that digs up a virus or whatever and turns the crew into zombies. So zombies on mars. It played the idea straighter than I expected, I thought there was going to be some kind of twist, but nope, just zombies on mars. As far as zombies on mars movies goes, this is the opposite of Ghosts of Mars. Ghosts of Mars is outlandish and over-the-top, whereas this one tried to make the premise as plausible as possible and treats everything seriously. The vehicles, suits, and station construction all seem to be plausible, this movie is just a hair short of hard SF. There are no guns or colorful characters in this one, and the zombies themselves are pretty straight forward. Honestly, although I am really tired of zombies, somehow I can not bring myself to hate this movie. It's derivative sure, but it doesn't have a jokey flavor or any in-jokes, it takes itself seriously and feels like it's genuinely interested in the story it has to tell. The high production values and great cast and performances go a long way towards that end. It was fairly absorbing and watchable. I think if you keep your expectations in check, it's not a bad way to spend 90 minutes.

[Angra]

"Joe" (2013) 7/10

This movie might be for the people who liked Winters Bone. Same location, same unpleasant people, different story. Thougt Nicholas Cage was damn good.

[Baron Von Marlon]

Rambo (2008)
Fuckin' hell! That movie was way better than I expected.
Sweet, brutal action flick with high body count.
Stallone knows how to make movies.