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8 hours ago, Innominate said:

How come?

I am not a fan of the horror/comedy blend.  Plus, she kills a cat (if I remember correctly), so I really don't care about the character whatsoever.

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In other news, I recently watched the Cronenberg version of The Fly, and was stunned by it.  Amazing film.

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59 minutes ago, Balor said:

I am not a fan of the horror/comedy blend.  Plus, she kills a cat (if I remember correctly), so I really don't care about the character whatsoever.

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In other news, I recently watched the Cronenberg version of The Fly, and was stunned by it.  Amazing film.

Oh, the version with Goldblum? Great stuff, awesome visuals for that time!

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On 11/11/2020 at 12:06 PM, Balor said:

I am not a fan of the horror/comedy blend.  Plus, she kills a cat (if I remember correctly), so I really don't care about the character whatsoever.

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In other news, I recently watched the Cronenberg version of The Fly, and was stunned by it.  Amazing film.

Definitely understandable. She does pay for the cat though. That's part of the enjoyment for me; once she crosses those thresholds and starts "losing her soul," it's fun to watch bad things happen to her :twisted: Especially with the heightened comedic tone of the last half of the film. But again, I understand that's not everyone's flavor.

The Fly is incredible.

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On 11/11/2020 at 11:07 AM, Kristiko said:

Oh, the version with Goldblum? Great stuff, awesome visuals for that time!

Not just for that time, but all time!  The practical effects look better than any CGI to my eyes.

31 minutes ago, Innominate said:

Definitely understandable. She does pay for the cat though. That's part of the enjoyment for me; once she crosses those thresholds and starts "losing her soul," it's fun to watch bad things happen to her :twisted: Especially with the heightened comedic tone of the last half of the film. But again, I understand that's not everyone's flavor.

The Fly is incredible.

That's a good point, and I am with you all the way on her deserving what she gets.  Still, it was not for me.  I do remember being really disturbed by the trailer when it came out, though!

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I'm more of a sci-fi/horror fan of movies where sci-fi is 75% and the other 25% is for the horror, so here are my most favorite movies I like to watch and rewatch: All "Alien" since 1979 until 1997, "Prometheus" and "Alien: Covenant" which can also be considered "Prometheus 2" bc it has the same characters and is about how the alien was created. All "Predator" movies, but most of all I just LOVE "Alien vs Predator" and "AvP Requiem". "Slither" is also a not bad thing to watch, though not as powerful and scary as the movies I just listed. Another favorite of mine is "Species", too bad it has only 4 parts, I wish there were more. There's one sci-fi title I like a lot, though the horror part has been skipped in it: "Independence day 1 & 2", still waiting for the 3rd part to be made.

Basically, if the movie/tv show is about space, spaceships and/or creatures from other planets, I will most likely love it. Which is why, I guess, I fell in love with "Stargate SG-1" 15 years ago. :)

As for human-to-human horrors, these aren't very interesting to me. For the most part I find them boring.

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On 08/12/2020 at 10:57 PM, Valso said:

I'm more of a sci-fi/horror fan of movies where sci-fi is 75% and the other 25% is for the horror, so here are my most favorite movies I like to watch and rewatch: All "Alien" since 1979 until 1997, "Prometheus" and "Alien: Covenant" which can also be considered "Prometheus 2" bc it has the same characters and is about how the alien was created. All "Predator" movies, but most of all I just LOVE "Alien vs Predator" and "AvP Requiem". "Slither" is also a not bad thing to watch, though not as powerful and scary as the movies I just listed. Another favorite of mine is "Species", too bad it has only 4 parts, I wish there were more. There's one sci-fi title I like a lot, though the horror part has been skipped in it: "Independence day 1 & 2", still waiting for the 3rd part to be made.

Basically, if the movie/tv show is about space, spaceships and/or creatures from other planets, I will most likely love it. Which is why, I guess, I fell in love with "Stargate SG-1" 15 years ago. :)

As for human-to-human horrors, these aren't very interesting to me. For the most part I find them boring.

Have you seen tremors. That's a good light horror film with giants worms in it. It's pretty good. Would this be of interest, or does it have to be sci fi. 

Of course the Halloween films I liked alot. I love the use of camera in the first one especially. Am I right in assuming Dean cundey as director of photography definitely earnt his pay on that movie. 

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19 minutes ago, Fraser said:

I watched Children of the corn last night for the first time, I understand that for a 36 year old film it may have been considered a horror in its day but it was so bad. For one of those films that is repeatedly mentioned it was a let down. 

I may have to watch children of corn ? to see if it's as bad as you say. Maybe your expectations were bit high. Might be better on a second viewing in the future. What was so bad about it. Was the horror bit tame for you 

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On 2/1/2021 at 9:48 PM, blaaacdoommmmfan said:

I may have to watch children of corn ? to see if it's as bad as you say. Maybe your expectations were bit high. Might be better on a second viewing in the future. What was so bad about it. Was the horror bit tame for you 

It is just a very poor adaption of a really good short story by Stephen King. 
Acting was poor, unlikeable main characters, and a ludicrous ending. 
I certainly wont be watching it a second time.

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On 03/02/2021 at 8:53 AM, Fraser said:

It is just a very poor adaption of a really good short story by Stephen King. 
Acting was poor, unlikeable main characters, and a ludicrous ending. 
I certainly wont be watching it a second time.

I've seen clips from it and I can see why you were bit disappointed by it. It was more laughter than should have been for this genre.  Agree with your points from what I've seen.

Sounds like short story is much better. That's the one I'd go for. Thanks though for explaining. 

Was the sound track good. 

 

12 hours ago, Natassja said:

Looking forward to the new Halloween this year. Should be fun. Michael has got to be my fave psycho of them all :)

Definitely one to look forward to. I used to see them most years. I guess depends on direction of movie for me. If it's more like the original films I would watch it. The Rob zombie films creeped me out too much.

 

Of course the sound track is iconic. One of my favourite horror themes. excorcist is great too.

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14 hours ago, Balor said:

A recent watch for me was Mario Bava's Black Sabbath.

That has some really nice visuals, but I never saw it all the way through, just bits and pieces.

Been keeping with Cronenberg and I'm lined up to watch The Brood and Videodrome next. And I've got Spider as well. Apart from what I've yet to see, I watched the last part of The Witch recently and it was pretty amazing. I will eventually watch the whole thing.

On 2/5/2021 at 9:57 PM, Natassja said:

Michael has got to be my fave psycho of them all :)

What about Patrick Mackay?

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1 hour ago, Innominate said:

That has some really nice visuals, but I never saw it all the way through, just bits and pieces.

Been keeping with Cronenberg and I'm lined up to watch The Brood and Videodrome next. And I've got Spider as well. Apart from what I've yet to see, I watched the last part of The Witch recently and it was pretty amazing. I will eventually watch the whole thing.

What about Patrick Mackay?

The Witch is a really good movie.

OMG Patrick Mackay ..you just reminded me, first prize for most horrific photo booth pic ever..so scary and REAL. I'm freaked out now need to check doors n windows ? along same subject did you guys get Des? David Tenant plays Des Nilsen in a short TV drama, was on here late last year was really good. Tenant's portrayal was excellent.

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8 hours ago, Natassja said:

The Witch is a really good movie.

OMG Patrick Mackay ..you just reminded me, first prize for most horrific photo booth pic ever..so scary and REAL. I'm freaked out now need to check doors n windows ? along same subject did you guys get Des? David Tenant plays Des Nilsen in a short TV drama, was on here late last year was really good. Tenant's portrayal was excellent.

He could be out there standing in the cold... holding an ax and a bucket of chicken. But no, unfortunately I didn't see Des. That one slipped by but it looks good. True crime and serial killers would make for a good thread topic if one doesn't already exist, come to think of it.

2 hours ago, Balor said:

It does.  I have really been liking the Italian aesthetic/colored lighting lately.  It's an anthology film, and definitely worth checking out.

I'll have to watch it when I get a chance. It's always been recommended as a classic. Have you found any other films of interest with that sort of aesthetic?

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3 hours ago, Innominate said:

He could be out there standing in the cold... holding an ax and a bucket of chicken. But no, unfortunately I didn't see Des. That one slipped by but it looks good. True crime and serial killers would make for a good thread topic if one doesn't already exist, come to think of it.

I'll have to watch it when I get a chance. It's always been recommended as a classic. Have you found any other films of interest with that sort of aesthetic?

Apparently he was hoping for parole December gone. So perhaps is possible ! I don't think there is such a thread as I'm sure I'd have remembered..make one? Would be interesting..good idea. Des was good try and find some clips and check Tenant out :) I had Killing for Company book but can't find it..have you heard of Danilo Restivo? 

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On 07/02/2021 at 12:26 PM, Natassja said:

Yeh seeing you mentioned Rob Zombie I watched House of 1000 again the other night, love that movie! Also watched Digging up the Marrow again which is kinda fun ! 

Is digging up the marrow really a movie. ??? Sounds horrendous bit  I'm ignorant about it so is that comedy horror on purpose or unintentionally?    I've heard good things about house of 1000. Probably worth a Google to find out plot.was that his breakthrough film. 

On 08/02/2021 at 11:01 AM, Valso said:

I have. But the "Feast" trilogy is much better. ;)

Sounds interesting. What's idea behind that

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9 hours ago, Innominate said:

 

I'll have to watch it when I get a chance. It's always been recommended as a classic. Have you found any other films of interest with that sort of aesthetic?

I want to see Suspiria (the original one), as it looks similar in terms of lighting.  But I have yet to see it...

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9 hours ago, Natassja said:

Apparently he was hoping for parole December gone. So perhaps is possible ! I don't think there is such a thread as I'm sure I'd have remembered..make one? Would be interesting..good idea. Des was good try and find some clips and check Tenant out :) I had Killing for Company book but can't find it..have you heard of Danilo Restivo? 

 Haha, well, Pat must be ancient by now so surely you're safe. Looks like Tenant really manifested him in that part, I'll have to try to find it. Looks good, thanks. I've heard of Restivo but don't know his case.

4 hours ago, Balor said:

I want to see Suspiria (the original one), as it looks similar in terms of lighting.  But I have yet to see it...

It's a mesmerizing movie. I'd say required viewing even, just as much as The Fly or The Thing. Can't think of any Italian films offhand with similar lighting, but The Pit and The Pendulum with Vincent Price comes to mind. It has a lot of vivid scenery with great lighting. It's lumbering in parts like a lot of old movies, but well worth a watch. I think all of those Roger Corman, Edgar Allan Poe adaptations might've been like that actually. Creepshow has phenomenal lighting in it if you don't mind the comic book style.

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7 hours ago, Innominate said:

It's a mesmerizing movie. I'd say required viewing even, just as much as The Fly or The Thing. Can't think of any Italian films offhand with similar lighting, but The Pit and The Pendulum with Vincent Price comes to mind. It has a lot of vivid scenery with great lighting. It's lumbering in parts like a lot of old movies, but well worth a watch. I think all of those Roger Corman, Edgar Allan Poe adaptations might've been like that actually. Creepshow has phenomenal lighting in it if you don't mind the comic book style.

The Vincent Price one sounds interesting, as I love his movies/acting.  I think I saw parts of Creepshow a long time ago, and I liked the original comic book (as well as the recent tv adaptation).  I will have to check out both!

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16 hours ago, blaaacdoommmmfan said:

Is digging up the marrow really a movie. ??? Sounds horrendous bit  I'm ignorant about it so is that comedy horror on purpose or unintentionally?    I've heard good things about house of 1000. Probably worth a Google to find out plot.was that his breakthrough film. 

Sounds interesting. What's idea behind that

Ha! Yeh Digging up the Marrow is quite entertaining check it out sometime :) House of 1000 I believe was Rob's debut, really cool movie. Definitely worth your time! One of my favourites!

@Innominate Restivo had a thing about hair. He used to leave it in his victims hand. Not their own tho.

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