As if it’s never been said before, this is a must for horror fans. It took me way too long to see it due to false ratings and skewed reviewers. This is the creepy kibd of film I look for. It’s not gory but the scenes make you squirm.
Margot Kidder and James Brolin are the parents in a family that just mo ed in. Brolin is truly good, especially in the latter half where he really owns a tough part as good as any Nicholson could.
I noticed one of the child actors, K.C. Martel, was in E.T. Also, the area priest who comes down to hear the story is the Real Estate boss in Poltergeist. Finally, take it for what it’s worth but the harbor town in Jaws is called “Amity?” Could there be something here?
This is my audio review of The Village (2004). Directed by M. Night Shyamalan. With Sigourney Weaver, William Hurt, Joaquin Phoenix, Bryce Dallas Howard. A series of events tests the beliefs of a small isolated countryside village.
It is a much loved film by me and select few others. It didn’t do amazingly at the box office but I find this spooky film mesmerizing and profound. Have a listen and find out why. I welcome your comments here on the site or on my twitter @thedrpodcast NOTE: This is film #24 in my current podcast series I call “Damien’s Top 20 Spooky Horror Films.” Tune in next week when I cover #23 “Head Count (2018).”
Touch of Evil, Husk, Skin, Long Weekend, The Abandoned, Avenged, Rust Creek, Lake Mungo, Dolores Claiborne, & The House That Dripped Blood. In this episode I preview these 10 films.
A group of friends stranded near a desolate cornfield find shelter in an old farmhouse, though they soon discover the dwelling is the center of a supernatural ritual.
R | 120 min | Biography, Crime, Drama 7 9 58 Metascore
A destitute young man, raised by racist skinheads and notorious among white supremacists, turns his back on hatred and violence to transform his life, with the help of a black activist and the woman he loves.
I’m almost at a loss for words. I want to recommend this movie but it has a lot of holes in plot. Some people will enjoy the jump scares, others will like the complex mystery that unfolds.
It’s a one dimensional slasher but someimes that’s just what I want. This is worth a watch I think but it’s nonsense.
“A group of friends stranded near a desolate cornfield find shelter in an old farmhouse, though they soon discover the dwelling is the center of a supernatural ritual.” (imdb)
I’ll be up front about this film being dated. Still, I was very drawn in right away. It would seem this guy needs relationship skills. The woman takes on all the work in planning for their “getaway.” They are going camping. I think there are very few women who would find that romantic.
Human vs Nature is the theme here. It’s as if nature is seeking revenge. The end is unpredicatble and this film is highly entertaining. It is a bit too much of a slow burn but it only loses one point with me for that. Getting to the end is worth it.
This revenge thriller has to be a 10. I was skeptical at first thinking I had here a variant of “I Spit on Your Grave.” Fortunately I was overjoyed to see this original take on that subgenre.
It tricks you by looking cheap in the intro. Soon thereafter there are powerful practical effects and a story that gets more creative by the half-hour. I was thoroughly satisfied with this film.
At times it reminded me of “Darkman” in the way the protagonist dealt with his macabre transformation. Watch this!!!
Jen McGowan directs this crime thriller with amazing dexterity. This is just what feminism needs in this genre today. You will recall the highly recognized film “Boys Don’t Cry” and its graphic scenes. This one has them too but with a lighter subject: A college valedictorian lost and kidnapped in the woods. Strong men have the upper hand but McGowan is showing us even strong men had better “Choose their prey carefully.”
I loved the cinematography in the woods. The meth subplot is a bit canned but she made it all into something original and powerful. This is a revenge thriller and I was highly satisfied with the ending. Everyone should have a memento to share on Thanksgiving. That’s a quip, a wink, no spoilers here. Watch this film!!!
This is an entertaining horror. As is common with Mexican and Spanish directors, much care and art was given to the music and the settings of the piece. The story is a little hard to grasp so I just let it wash over me with very good emotive results. It’s not full of jump scares but takes you on a lovely dark journey.
The basic story is: “An adopted woman returns to her home country and the family home that she never knew and must face the mystery that lies there.” (IMDB)
I don’t think the director means for you to figure it out, he rather wants you to have a personal experience with this film. Though it’s been his last work since 2006, I still hope for another feature film from him. His name is Nacho Cerdà. If you know him, let him know I think he is amazing!
Cat’s Eye is an awesome anthology horror written by Stephen King. It has a star cast of actors as well including James Woods. I also preview Donnie Darko and 3 more films: Wer, Borderland, and Copycat. I present them without spoilers as “previews” so have no fear there.
