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Post by Deleted on Sept 19, 2017 19:02:04 GMT
"5 Dolls for an August Moon"
Decent giallo from Mario Bava. Not a great example of the genre, but it's pretty fun. Amusing, twist-laden screenplay and a bevy of beautiful babes, including genre star Edwige Fenech.
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Post by mszanadu on Sept 19, 2017 19:14:04 GMT
"5 Dolls for an August Moon"
Decent giallo from Mario Bava. Not a great example of the genre, but it's pretty fun. Amusing, twist-laden screenplay and a bevy of beautiful babes, including genre star Edwige Fenech. Five Dolls for an August Moon (1970) This does look like a really good one here . Thanks heysweden for this movie recommendation .
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Post by mszanadu on Sept 19, 2017 19:38:58 GMT
I guess I've been hoarding all the real horror movies for October, it's been awhile actually. I did see Night Train last week, it kinda ends up like a horror movie, and I saw Pan's Labyrinth finally, neither one is really "horror." Does Death Note or Little Evil count? I had a Netflix day recently. According to my Letterboxd diary, the last real horror movies I saw were in late August, saw The Bye Bye Man and rewatched Jaws 3D on a Saturday and rewatched all of Stephen King's It (the TV movie) on a Sunday. I actually missed Stephen King's IT ( 1990 TV Movie Miniseries ) last Sunday that version is my favorite too . I did catch Jaws 3-D (1983) last weekend that one is good too and I also have that one on DVD . It appears that the movie Little Evil (2017) is a horror comedy . Also the movie Death Note (2017) is listed as a " dark fantasy psychological thriller " . IMPO - I believe these 2 films do quality . Also the movie The Bye Bye Man (2017) looks like another good horror flick as well . Thanks so much Lebowskidoo for your movie recommendations and reply .
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Post by mszanadu on Sept 21, 2017 1:33:15 GMT
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Post by stefancrosscoe on Sept 21, 2017 14:33:22 GMT
I agree stefancrosscoe the film Willard (2003) with lead actor Crispin Glover is really good and it has a much darker vibe than the original 1971 version . As for the other late night double horror feature - late last night the " Friday 13th Part 2 " film I have seen recently and it's always welcomed by me to watch again ( also have this one on DVD ) . The second feature " The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 " . I actually have not seen this one since the early 1990's on a video rental and not remembering much about it either . Of course watching this one again last night after all these years it felt like a brand new to me film . It was quite different from the first Texas Chain Saw Massacre from 1974 it took place 10 years later , the main character was a radio DJ , but the recurring family cast was back and crazier than ever . Also the family no longer lived in the creepy old little house but in an old abandoned amusement park ( I guess they needed more space ? ) . IMPO - As sequels go for me I usually welcome & encourage them because I can always appreciate " the whole continuing storyline thing " . So I do recommend if you get a chance to on a rental etc. - definitely check this one out ( it is crazy and gory - but if you're like me and appreciate a good & unique storyline - I say go for it ! ) . Thanks so much stefancrosscoe for your reply . Yes, I thought Crispin did one hell of job in the 2003 version. Strange how he never become a bigger leading star, but I guess he kind of enjoys taking on smaller roles but it do often end up as very memorable parts. Friday 13th Part 2 was actually the first of the series/franchise I saw, and I remember sitting up all alone at the middle of the night during summer, and loved every minute of it. I think some of it might have to do with the fact that the iconic hockeymask is more cool looking, but that potato sack Jason uses to cover up his face, was much more scarier and it helped create a more tense atmosphere. I was very disappointed when I later learnt that so much of the scenes was in fact heavily edited/cut out of the DVDs which came out in the early 00s, I then managed to make the mistake of double-dipping (buying the 2004 complete collection, well except the Jason goes to Hell and the other that followed, but I did not really care much for them). I think the special effect was at the time done by Tom Savini, and it is a shame that so much of his work was left out, not sure if there are any release on DVD or Blu-ray which features the uncut version. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 I have not seen for a long while, but I do remember that it was much more fun/adventure filled or maybe the right word is action packed than the original. I do remember than it feautred Dennis Hopper as a crazed bounty hunter? and a cute female radio DJ who suddenly ends up having her biggest fans on her doorstep, but I really need to give this and the first one another go, as it has been too damn long since the last time. Yeah, I do remember that they had actually moved or switched onto a much bigger place, and as you said, maybe it was time for an upgrade. Thanks for the recommendation, and in fact I do believe I might just have both of the films in my movie collection, but I have just not had time to see them, maybe I might save them for a little mini Friday the 13th/Chainssaw Massacre marathon specially with Halloween coming up not that far off. Anyway, take care and be sure to have great weekend.
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Post by stefancrosscoe on Sept 21, 2017 14:51:34 GMT
That one is also a lot of fun, I kind of wished they would have kept some of the characters alive at the end, as they was very likeable, and poor Shelly, he was actually close to hitting off with one of the girls, but well, it was not to be, according to Jason that is. Again, I think some of the effects/gorier scenes might have been cut out, as I remember seeing it on a VHS the first time, but when I bought the 2004 complete box set, I suddenly felt that something was not all "there" anymore. As with the Jaws 3 I like how both of these, (I think even the Amitiyville 3) made use of the 3-D in both title and some places in the films. Jaws 3 was fun, silly but lots of memorable and goofy moments. The ending with the dolphins suddenly re-appearing and stealing the final act was hilarious. I think some of the reason why I like the third and fourth films of the Jaws franchise is because of not just the ridiculous plot and characters, but the music and locations, and speaking of music, the one used in Jaws 3 was not all that bad. Very adventurous, feel-good kind of score, and that is never a bad thing.
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Post by stefancrosscoe on Sept 21, 2017 15:12:21 GMT
rewatched all of Stephen King's It (the TV movie) on a Sunday. That is one neat looking picture you have as your avatar. I have not seen the 2017 film, yet, not because I do not want to see it, (I really do) but I have big problems with being over-sensitive to loud noises/sounds (I think there is a fancy name for it, Hyperacusis or something like that), and because of that I have not been at the cinema since 2003. I was just recently at a appointment with an Ear/Nose/Throat doctor who specializes with tinnitus and those who have trouble with being oversensitive to loud and sudden noises and sounds, and he told me that sometimes if the volume is too loud, it can cause a lifelong traumatic damage for those who are so unlucky, and there is sadly very little much to do, just try and go on and take care of our ears. I still remember far too well, as I watched The Two Towers (2002) in winter of 2003, and I had to cover my ears for almost 3 hours, (I was stupid, should have left within a few minutes, but I was so happy to finally see the second Lord of the Rings chapter), instead I seemed to be the only one in the full packed movie theatre who had troubles with the insane levels of sound. Not wanting to scare people, but I really wish the sound people at some of the cinemas (in norway) would turn the volume down, as I have heard that there have been recent episode where large group of people are leaving the theatre because the volume is just too intense. Anyway, that was just my little attempt on venting out some frustration as I would love to be able of going to the cinemas and not be scared of damaging my hearing, even more. Yeah, I know, there are earplugs, but from what I have read, it might not work all that well for everyone, and well, I am buying the film, the day when it comes out, but in the meantime, I will for the first time read the whole Stephen King book, as I bought it earlier today for a very nice price.
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Post by Lebowskidoo 🦞 on Sept 22, 2017 13:32:06 GMT
rewatched all of Stephen King's It (the TV movie) on a Sunday. That is one neat looking picture you have as your avatar. I have not seen the 2017 film, yet, not because I do not want to see it, (I really do) but I have big problems with being over-sensitive to loud noises/sounds (I think there is a fancy name for it, Hyperacusis or something like that), and because of that I have not been at the cinema since 2003. I was just recently at a appointment with an Ear/Nose/Throat doctor who specializes with tinnitus and those who have trouble with being oversensitive to loud and sudden noises and sounds, and he told me that sometimes if the volume is too loud, it can cause a lifelong traumatic damage for those who are so unlucky, and there is sadly very little much to do, just try and go on and take care of our ears. I still remember far too well, as I watched The Two Towers (2002) in winter of 2003, and I had to cover my ears for almost 3 hours, (I was stupid, should have left within a few minutes, but I was so happy to finally see the second Lord of the Rings chapter), instead I seemed to be the only one in the full packed movie theatre who had troubles with the insane levels of sound. Not wanting to scare people, but I really wish the sound people at some of the cinemas (in norway) would turn the volume down, as I have heard that there have been recent episode where large group of people are leaving the theatre because the volume is just too intense. Anyway, that was just my little attempt on venting out some frustration as I would love to be able of going to the cinemas and not be scared of damaging my hearing, even more. Yeah, I know, there are earplugs, but from what I have read, it might not work all that well for everyone, and well, I am buying the film, the day when it comes out, but in the meantime, I will for the first time read the whole Stephen King book, as I bought it earlier today for a very nice price. I might get a chance to see It sometime this week, I hope. Sorry about your sound sensitivity, that kinda ruins the movie going experience, among other things. At least movies come out on DVD/BR faster than ever before now so you may not have to wait much longer.
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Post by stefancrosscoe on Sept 22, 2017 13:44:23 GMT
As you said, the movie I think will be released either in december or early january in my country (norway), so it is not that long to wait. However, in the meantime, I have at least one (hopefully great) movie to look forward too. It is annoying that I avoid stuff that I like, so I might have a talk with my doctor about maybe finding some kind of earplugs which might help out, as going to the cinemas was always a big thing for me as a kid and teenager.
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Post by mszanadu on Sept 26, 2017 4:08:59 GMT
That one is also a lot of fun, I kind of wished they would have kept some of the characters alive at the end, as they was very likeable, and poor Shelly, he was actually close to hitting off with one of the girls, but well, it was not to be, according to Jason that is. Again, I think some of the effects/gorier scenes might have been cut out, as I remember seeing it on a VHS the first time, but when I bought the 2004 complete box set, I suddenly felt that something was not all "there" anymore. As with the Jaws 3 I like how both of these, (I think even the Amitiyville 3) made use of the 3-D in both title and some places in the films. Jaws 3 was fun, silly but lots of memorable and goofy moments. The ending with the dolphins suddenly re-appearing and stealing the final act was hilarious. I think some of the reason why I like the third and fourth films of the Jaws franchise is because of not just the ridiculous plot and characters, but the music and locations, and speaking of music, the one used in Jaws 3 was not all that bad. Very adventurous, feel-good kind of score, and that is never a bad thing. Thanks so much stefancrosscoe for yet another excellent reply and for sharing this wonderful end credits song from the film Jaws 3D also . It's actually a really big favorite of mine as well . As for tonight just got through watching another great film that I wanted to see for awhile but didn't get the chance to until tonight now . The storyline was even better than I thought . Tales from the Crypt Presents: Ritual (2002) So sorry to read here about your hearing sensitivity also . I totally agree it's very important to protect your hearing and be very careful of it too . I also agree earplugs can be very helpful but the decibel levels for these all differ according to where it's used in your daily life . An average set of earplugs range about 30 decibels but there are others either lower or much higher too . So you may have to shop around for the proper pair that will fit what you need these specifically for . My best of luck to you on all of this too stefancrosscoe take care and chat with you here again soon .
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Post by stefancrosscoe on Sept 26, 2017 10:55:28 GMT
It seems like once again the quote function/button is going all crazy on me today (again) Everytime I quote somebody, it only leaves the username standing but, but everything they wrote is suddenly blanked out/erased? Very annoying, and hope it is just a glitch, and not my computer having a bad day off, or worse. Hm, well if I cannot quote anymore, I will have to try out something else: mszanadu said:Thanks so much stefancrosscoe for yet another excellent reply and for sharing this wonderful end credits song from the film Jaws 3D also .
It's actually a really big favorite of mine as well . No problem. Always nice to discuss movies and music with you. I never understood all the "hatred" for the third and fourth Jaws sequels. Sure they were goofy but were they really that bad? I think not. Silly, goofy and enjoyable big budget movies that ended up as more unintentional b-movie fun. mszanadu said:As for tonight just got through watching another great film that I wanted to see for awhile but didn't get the chance to until tonight now . The storyline was even better than I thought . Tales from the Crypt Presents: Ritual (2002) I think that I saw this film not so long ago, but somehow I kept mixing it up with the great Wes Craven horror film, The Serpent and the Rainbow (1988). mszanadu said:So sorry to read here about your hearing sensitivity also . I totally agree it's very important to protect your hearingand be very careful of it too . I also agree earplugs can be very helpful but the decibel levels for these all differ according to where it's used in your daily life . An average set of earplugs range about 30 decibelsbut there are others either lower or much higher too .So you may have to shop around for the proper pair that will fit what you need these specifically for . My best of luck to you on all of this too stefancrosscoe take care and chat with you here again soon .Thanks for your kind reply mszanadu, I really appreciate that. I guess somehow I should be relieved, that I "finally" got a diagnosis (still not sure if it is 100 percent right) but at least I feel like it might give me a better idea to why I have always been so wary/protective of my hearing/ears, and too certain levels of loud and sudden sounds/noises, specially when it comes to music and the movies. However, one cannot continue to live in the past and regret of things that one have done to hurt/damage the hearing (what is done, is done) but what one can do is to protect the ears from further damage. Anyway, always nice to chat with you, and since you seem to be on a quite a run when it comes to watching horror movies, would you consider joining in on the October Challange? Could be fun.
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Post by mszanadu on Sept 26, 2017 16:12:41 GMT
You're most welcome stefancrosscoe and I also really enjoy chatting with you here on this forum about movies and music as well . I'm actually a lone wolf type here and I'm way more comfortable chatting one to one with individual posters at a time so not really much on joining in on larger group activities . However I'm a bit curious to ask anyway - What is the " October Challange " ? Thanks so much again stefancrosscoe for your reply .
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Post by mszanadu on Sept 26, 2017 16:30:49 GMT
I'm watching a few classic horror flicks again today on the channel TCM ( Turner Classic Movies ) and I think in my case watching horror flicks is not only fun but also a family genetic trait . Right now - The Green Slime (1968) After that - Five Million Years to Earth (1967) Then after this one a real favorite of mine here ( not so much on the horror film side here but the space monster in it counts to me as one ? ) - Forbidden Planet (1956)
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Post by Deleted on Sept 26, 2017 16:33:33 GMT
"Happy Birthday to Me" (1981)
Watched in celebration of my birthday yesterday. Fun, if rather plot heavy, Canadian horror film that has just as much in common with Italy's "Gialli" as American slashers. Quite the good cast, with Glenn Ford (a Canadian by birth) and Lawrence Dane in supporting roles.
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Post by mszanadu on Sept 26, 2017 16:54:35 GMT
"Happy Birthday to Me" (1981)
Watched in celebration of my birthday yesterday. Fun, if rather plot heavy, Canadian horror film that has just as much in common with Italy's "Gialli" as American slashers. Quite the good cast, with Glenn Ford (a Canadian by birth) and Lawrence Dane in supporting roles. heysweden !! HOORAY !! I hope you had a most fun , enjoyable , & memorable birthday as well . That is definitely a perfect film to pick here for just the occasion . Happy Birthday to Me (1981) Quite the now classic Canadian Gem film here with lead actress Melissa Sue Anderson ( from the TV Show - Little House on the Prairie ) , that crazy yet memorable horror theater poster , and the overall intriguing storyline makes this film a big slice of birthday cake also the traditional popcorn fun flick too .
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Post by Deleted on Sept 26, 2017 17:41:01 GMT
"Happy Birthday to Me" (1981)
Watched in celebration of my birthday yesterday. Fun, if rather plot heavy, Canadian horror film that has just as much in common with Italy's "Gialli" as American slashers. Quite the good cast, with Glenn Ford (a Canadian by birth) and Lawrence Dane in supporting roles. heysweden !! HOORAY !! I hope you had a most fun , enjoyable , & memorable birthday as well . That is definitely a perfect film to pick here for just the occasion . Happy Birthday to Me (1981) Quite the now classic Canadian Gem film here with lead actress Melissa Sue Anderson ( from the TV Show - Little House on the Prairie ) , that crazy yet memorable horror theater poster , and the overall intriguing storyline makes this film a big slice of birthday cake also the traditional popcorn fun flick too . Thank you, mszanadu.
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Post by Captain Spencer on Sept 26, 2017 18:46:51 GMT
"Happy Birthday to Me" (1981)
Watched in celebration of my birthday yesterday. Fun, if rather plot heavy, Canadian horror film that has just as much in common with Italy's "Gialli" as American slashers. Quite the good cast, with Glenn Ford (a Canadian by birth) and Lawrence Dane in supporting roles. Happy belated birthday, heysweden! Yes, I agree that Happy Birthday To Me was rather plot heavy, not to mention a bit overlong. Still, it's a great slasher, certainly one of the more edgier ones. Don't forget to pick up the new blu ray of The Long Riders, if you haven't already done so. I know I'll be getting my copy today.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 26, 2017 19:58:07 GMT
"Happy Birthday to Me" (1981)
Watched in celebration of my birthday yesterday. Fun, if rather plot heavy, Canadian horror film that has just as much in common with Italy's "Gialli" as American slashers. Quite the good cast, with Glenn Ford (a Canadian by birth) and Lawrence Dane in supporting roles. Happy belated birthday, heysweden! Yes, I agree that Happy Birthday To Me was rather plot heavy, not to mention a bit overlong. Still, it's a great slasher, certainly one of the more edgier ones. Don't forget to pick up the new blu ray of The Long Riders, if you haven't already done so. I know I'll be getting my copy today. Thanks, Dramatic Look Gopher!
So much good stuff coming out on DVD and Blu nowadays. I'll have to remind myself about The Long Riders.
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Post by stefancrosscoe on Sept 27, 2017 10:26:59 GMT
You're most welcome stefancrosscoe and I also really enjoy chatting with you here on this forum about movies and music as well . I'm actually a lone wolf type here and I'm way more comfortable chatting one to one with individual posters at a time so not really much on joining in on larger group activities . However I'm a bit curious to ask anyway - What is the " October Challange " ? Thanks so much again stefancrosscoe for your reply The October Horror Challenge is where you watch 31 (not all at once) horror movies (with a runtime wich must be at least 50 minutes of time) and where as 16 of them are to be first time views. lostinlimbo has just made 2 great thread/topics, so if you are interested, just pop in and have a look. I have never done this challenge before either, but it looks like a lot of fun, and I thought that I should just mentioned it, as you seem to be quite the horror fan yourself.
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Post by stefancrosscoe on Sept 27, 2017 10:31:55 GMT
heysweden, hoped you had a great day, and that you got your birthday cake right on time.
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