Post by: Jimmy on September 24, 2010, 08:49:14 PM
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It's almost that time of the year where we will all go in crazy horror mode, so with just one more week to go I feel it's the time to open the thread.
Most of us knew that already but since we have many new members, this one doesn't have rules except that you need to watch horror theme dvd (of course it's quite obvious :P). It isn't important if you watch 1 or 100 movies (or TV show episodes or documentaries). what is important is that you have a lot of fun during this month and don't forget you are the one who decide what is horror for you (whatever it's Night of the Living Dead or Attack of the Killer Tomatoes or The Creeping Terror, you decide).
This thread is for the discussion and for the reviews of those who don't want to create their own thread.
Hope to see many of you doing it again this year.
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 24, 2010, 08:53:56 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 24, 2010, 09:06:29 PM
:laugh:
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 24, 2010, 09:07:35 PM
I am going to do things a little differently this year... where I try to stay within themes each day. I will have some themes where I could watch any horror that day like Anything Goes or Unwatched DVDs... but I plan to keeping those days to a minimum as much as possible. Though I am pretty sure October 1st will be one of those days. Don't want to limit myself on the very first day! :P
Post by: Jimmy on September 24, 2010, 09:18:25 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 24, 2010, 09:20:36 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 24, 2010, 09:25:12 PM
Are you sure it's an horror movie :whistle:
Of course it is this is about vampire aliens :weep:
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 24, 2010, 09:27:17 PM
Don't worry Jimmy... not so sure I will pick THAT one. There is a couple in the Mortuary of Madness set I am curious about that I may use you as a guinea pig for! :P
Post by: Rogmeister on September 24, 2010, 10:28:44 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 24, 2010, 10:33:08 PM
Maybe I will rewatch my older movie (Faust) if I feel like it in my marathon :shrug:
Post by: Rogmeister on September 24, 2010, 10:35:48 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 24, 2010, 10:38:10 PM
Post by: Kathy on September 24, 2010, 10:41:52 PM
Frogs is pretty bad Roger! did you see my review for it?
Shhh...don't tell him that.
Roger, Frogs is a "must see". It is a movie once seen you will never forget it! :devil:
Post by: Jimmy on September 24, 2010, 10:49:38 PM
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and I'm certain it's an hundred time better than Night of the Lepus :laugh:
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 24, 2010, 10:56:03 PM
Post by: Rogmeister on September 24, 2010, 10:56:25 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 24, 2010, 11:02:32 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on September 25, 2010, 08:23:31 PM
I've gotten some recently that I've held off on watching for this. And I may pick up others sometime.
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 25, 2010, 08:33:00 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 25, 2010, 08:55:46 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 25, 2010, 09:10:39 PM
Post by: Rogmeister on September 25, 2010, 09:12:13 PM
I am so itching to start this marathon!
Is there a horror movie titled...Fleas? :laugh:
Post by: Jimmy on September 26, 2010, 01:06:03 AM
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 26, 2010, 01:27:56 AM
Post by: addicted2comics(:P) on September 26, 2010, 02:01:11 AM
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Post by: addicted2dvd on September 29, 2010, 07:23:01 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 29, 2010, 07:29:19 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 29, 2010, 07:39:57 PM
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and the one I'm affraid to not receive in time
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Post by: RossRoy on September 29, 2010, 08:26:29 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on September 30, 2010, 12:26:28 AM
Post by: Rogmeister on September 30, 2010, 04:32:00 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on September 30, 2010, 04:47:34 AM
Post by: RossRoy on September 30, 2010, 06:58:57 AM
I'm still undecided. What I'll probably do is filter my collection on "Horror" and have moviepick pick it for me.
And guess what Movie Pick picked just now? :laugh:
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Post by: Jimmy on September 30, 2010, 08:07:31 AM
One thing for sure everybody will know fast if this movie is good or not ;D
Post by: Dragonfire on September 30, 2010, 08:26:04 AM
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 30, 2010, 11:11:55 AM
(http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/02/025195038430f.jpg) and (http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/01/012569691827f.jpg)
Post by: Dragonfire on September 30, 2010, 11:14:08 AM
Post by: Achim on September 30, 2010, 11:26:06 AM
I been thinking a little about what I may choose to watch first every since yesterday evening. What can I say it is getting so close now! Anyway... while I am still not sure... I think it may be between...While my review wasn't exactly favourable, I'd still suggest Wolfman as a starting point. It'll make the marathon go off a bit more with a BANG, whereas Village of the Damned is a rather slow film...
(http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/02/025195038430f.jpg) and (http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/01/012569691827f.jpg)
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 30, 2010, 11:35:46 AM
Another one that I am highly considering is...
(http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/08/085391176190f.jpg)
Though part of me wants to save it for closer to Halloween. I just not sure I can wait that long... heard a lot of good things about this one.
Post by: Dragonfire on September 30, 2010, 12:10:04 PM
Or maybe Galaxy of Terror...is that one considered horror?
Post by: Jimmy on September 30, 2010, 04:31:44 PM
Just look at the synopsis :
The mind innermost fears become reality for the crew members of the Quest when they land on the barren planet Morganthus hoping to find the missing crew members of the starship Remus: only to discover something deadly waiting for them. Each member of the rescuing team must come face to face with their darkest fears or perish.
Post by: addicted2comics(:P) on September 30, 2010, 05:35:37 PM
And yes, before anyone points it out, its my access period. ::)
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 30, 2010, 05:51:09 PM
Post by: Jimmy on September 30, 2010, 07:19:23 PM
Am I the only one who had already bring some horrors dvd near his computer (or his tv for those who watch them on it)? Just bring Humanoids from the Deep, Primal Rage and Deranged (hope it always play, didn't watch it in the last 4 years) for starting the month ;D
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 30, 2010, 08:06:55 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on September 30, 2010, 08:46:31 PM
"Watch Trick 'r Treat first... start with a Halloween themed movie and end with a Halloween themed movie (one of the Halloween movies)."
So there is a good chance my first movie will be Trick 'r Treat.
Post by: Dragonfire on October 01, 2010, 04:53:25 AM
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 01, 2010, 05:51:23 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on October 01, 2010, 05:54:31 AM
I'm still trying to decide what I'm going to watch. :laugh:
I also picked up Little Shop of Horrors for only $5 at Wal-mart...need to add the overview to the profile..and get better scans. Just haven't done it yet tonight.
Post by: Halo2 on October 01, 2010, 05:57:11 AM
;D
Post by: Jimmy on October 01, 2010, 06:05:12 AM
As you can see in my banner I just watch Jesus Christ Superstar to compensate for all the evil films I'll watch this month :whistle:
Post by: Dragonfire on October 01, 2010, 06:12:27 AM
Well it will be a few more hours at least before I get to any horror type movies..my mom wants me to watch something with her and she doesn't like horror.
Think we're going to watch Angels & Demons.
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 01, 2010, 07:51:40 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on October 01, 2010, 08:33:42 AM
Post by: Rogmeister on October 02, 2010, 06:40:47 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on October 02, 2010, 06:48:21 AM
Post by: Jimmy on October 02, 2010, 07:05:04 AM
Will write my review after posting this...
Post by: Dragonfire on October 02, 2010, 07:08:29 AM
I'm almost ready to post a review at Epinions on it..then I'll write up something here.
Post by: Jimmy on October 02, 2010, 08:01:58 AM
The Sid Haig's character was not supposed to had a line, it was added later while shooting and he really didn't like it. I agree with him since it seems to work against the character he plays who is supposed to be without emotions.
Post by: Dragonfire on October 02, 2010, 09:04:59 AM
I remember hearing Haig say that in the documentary thing. It did seem a bit odd. He'd been kind of tough..and not expressing emotion before that like you said. Then he is falling apart because those weapon things broke. It was a bit..odd. Though not as odd as Dameia's death.
Thanks for checking out the review at Epinions :)
Ohh...I was just looking at Amazon..the price on that 50 movie set dropped back down so I ordered it. There are at least a few on there that are supposed to be decent.
Post by: hal9g on October 02, 2010, 03:24:44 PM
I'll be watching at least the two Rest Stop movies today.
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 02, 2010, 03:36:43 PM
Have you seen them before Hal? I will be interested in your thoughts on them. :thumbup:
Post by: hal9g on October 02, 2010, 05:14:52 PM
I have the two Rest Stop movies to watch also. But I will have to save those for another day since I am doing TV Movies today.
Have you seen them before Hal? I will be interested in your thoughts on them. :thumbup:
No, I've never seen them. I'll be posting reviews.
Post by: hal9g on October 02, 2010, 05:40:21 PM
Post by: Rogmeister on October 02, 2010, 05:57:22 PM
Post by: Rogmeister on October 02, 2010, 06:09:01 PM
The Invisible Man (1933)
Director: James Whale
Cast: Claude Rains, Gloria Stuart, Una O'Connor, William Harrigan, E.E. Clive (plus a few "don't blink or you'll miss them" bits for John Carradine and Walter Brennan)
This is based on a novel by early science fiction writer H.G. Wells. It is about a scientist who discovers a way to turn himself invisible...but he hasn't found an antidote and the chemicals he has given himself are driving him insane and he runs amuck in a British countryside village. This is probably more science fiction than horror but I still enjoy watching it this time of year as the wintry landscape evokes a similar feel to some other classic scary movies though it doesn't quite reach that level, but Una O'Connor certainly gives us her best screaming fits. I enjoyed the film a great deal and it's ironic that Claude Rains (in one of his earliest roles) is in the entire film without his face actually being seen...until the final shot.
I decided to watch this as my first entry in this marathon since the leading lady is Gloria Stuart...who passed away just days ago at the age of 100. She certainly looks nothing here like she did in her great come-back role as the older Rose in "Titanic". She is young and vibrant, a perfect leading lady for such an early time. I watched this via the Legacy Collection of The Invisible Man which includes 5 total films, four Invisible Man movies and one Invisible Woman film. The picture and sound quality are first-rate and I highly recommend this film. It's also a very short film...an hour and 11 minutes. They don't make 'em that short anymore! :thumbup:
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 02, 2010, 07:27:39 PM
I plan on doing a few days of the old Universal Monster movies through-out the month. :)
Post by: hal9g on October 02, 2010, 09:32:46 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 02, 2010, 09:46:02 PM
I will go into these not expecting a whole lot. Who knows... maybe I will enjoy them a little more. :)
Post by: hal9g on October 02, 2010, 09:51:08 PM
Thanks for the reviews Hal! :)
I will go into these not expecting a whole lot. Who knows... maybe I will enjoy them a little more. :)
I warned you that this genre was not my cup of tea...so you may love them! :whistle:
Watching Hostel and Hostel 2 next.
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 02, 2010, 09:54:59 PM
Post by: hal9g on October 03, 2010, 02:56:18 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on October 03, 2010, 07:00:17 AM
Post by: Jimmy on October 03, 2010, 10:41:37 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on October 03, 2010, 10:58:59 AM
Post by: dfmorgan on October 03, 2010, 11:54:05 AM
| (http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/50/5050582779523.4f.jpg) | (http://www.invelos.com/images/BlurayLogo.png)The Wolfman |
Year: 2010
Director: Joe Johnston
Cast: Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Blunt
Overview: Inspired by the classic Universal film, The Wolfman stars Benicio Del Toro as Lawrence Talbot, a haunted nobleman who returns to his family estate after his brother's fiancée, Gwen Conliffe (Emily Blunt), begs him to help find her missing love.
Reunited with his estranged father (Anthony Hopkins), Talbot sets out to find his brother... and discovers that a beast with an insatiable bloodlust has been killing villagers, and that a suspicious Scotland Yard inspector named Aberline (Hugo Weaving) has come to investigate.
But as he hunts for the nightmarish beast, Talbot discovers a horrifying destiny for himself.
Watched: 2nd. Oct 2010
My Thoughts: A disappointing film from my perspective. It didn't grab me and quite early on I found my attention wandering. The look and feel seemed to be good but still not enough to get me to sit still and watch. I've probably seen the original on TV but don't remember too much about it so I cannot compare them.
My Rating: Just a 2
Dave
Post by: Najemikon on October 03, 2010, 12:33:54 PM
I'll catch up soon, but this isn't going to be a full-tilt marathon for me. Too damn busy. :training:
Post by: Jimmy on October 03, 2010, 12:42:54 PM
You don't write short review like I do but movie analysis and I really like reading them :thumbup:
BTW Jon in my thread I was wondering if you have seen Blood on Satan's Claw because there are many things I don't understand in this film...
Post by: RossRoy on October 03, 2010, 02:47:08 PM
Where is everybody? Sebastien,[... snipped ...] no one of you had posted a single review :whistle:
to appease Jimmy ;)
Watched, and reviewed (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,741.msg127261.html#msg127261)
Post by: KinkyCyborg on October 03, 2010, 03:20:31 PM
Post by: Tom on October 03, 2010, 06:55:05 PM
Title: Zombieland (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zombieland) (http://www.invelos.com/images/BluRayLogo.png)
Year: 2009
Director: Ruben Fleischer
Writing: Rhett Reese (Writer), Paul Wernick (Writer)
Rating: 15
Length: 88 Min.
Video: Widescreen 2.40
Audio: English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Audio Descriptive: Dolby Digital 5.1, French: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Commentary: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
Subtitles: Arabic, Commentary, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, Hindi, Norwegian, Swedish
Stars:
Jesse Eisenberg as Columbus
Woody Harrelson as Tallahassee
Emma Stone as Wichita
Abigail Breslin as Little Rock
Amber Heard as 406
Plot:
Nerdy college student Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg) has survived the plague that has turned mankind into flesh-devouring zombies despite being scared of just about everything. Gun-toting, Twinkie-loving Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson) has no fears. As they join forces with Wichita (Emma Stone) and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin) who have also found unique ways to survive zombie mayhem, they will have to determine which is worse: relying on each other or succumbing to the zombies.
Awards:
| Broadcast Film Critics Association Awards | 2010 | Nominated | Best Comedy Movie | |
| MTV Movie Awards | 2010 | Nominated | Best Scared-as-S**t Performance | Jesse Eisenberg |
| MTV Movie Awards | 2010 | Nominated | Best WTF Moment | "**** ****** in surprise cameo of himself": **** ****** |
Extras:
BD-Live
Bonus Trailers
Commentary
Deleted Scenes
Featurettes
Movie IQ
Picture-in-picture
Scene Access
Trailers
My Thoughts:
Probably my only movie this month, that will qualify for this marathon (though it could be that I will watch Fido this month). So I thought I'd share my thoughts on it. I am usually not that big fan of zombie movies. But I loved Shaun of the Dead. When I heard similar good stuff about this movie, I thought I'd give it a chance.I think this was the first zombie movie I have seen (except for Fido), were the big zombie attack is thing of the past. But whereas in Fido the zombies were beaten, this movie is about a small group of survivors in a zombie-laden USA. All four prinicipal cast members did a great job. Though the premise sounds glum, it is a comedy. I loved how they always brought up the Columbus' rules about surviving.
Also real fun was the surprise cameo. I will remove the name in the awards list above. I also recommend to not look at the cast list of your DVD if you want to be surprised. It's a really short cast list so it is easily accidentally read. Sadly I saw the name beforehand.
Rating:
Post by: Tom on October 03, 2010, 07:03:45 PM
Probably my only movie this month, that will qualify for this marathon (though it could be that I will watch Fido this month).
Although I have watched three Buffy episodes today. These would also qualify.
Post by: hal9g on October 03, 2010, 09:35:10 PM
Post by: dfmorgan on October 03, 2010, 09:38:10 PM
| (http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/50/5017239151255.4f.jpg) | (http://www.invelos.com/images/BlurayLogo.png)Underworld: Rise of the Lycans |
Year: 2008
Director: Patrick Tatopoulos
Cast: Michael Sheen, Bill Nighy, Rhona Mitra
Overview: The prequel story traces the origins of the centuries-old blood feud between the aristocratic vampires known as Death Dealers and their onetime slaves, the Lycans. In the Dark Ages, a young Lycan named Lucian (Michael Sheen) emerges as a powerful leader who rallies the werewolves to rise up against Viktor (Bill Nighy), the cruel vampire king who has enslaved them. Lucian is joined by his secret lover, Sonja (Rhona Mitra), in his battle against the Death Dealer army and his struggle for Lycan freedom.
Watched: 3rd. Oct 2010
My Thoughts: Another lycanthrope disappointment. Whilst I enjoyed this more than The Wolfman I feel that it didn't come up to the standard set by the two earlier films in the Underworld series.
My Rating: Just a 2
again.Dave
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 03, 2010, 11:11:47 PM
Post by: dfmorgan on October 04, 2010, 12:09:23 AM
I can see we have different tastes... I liked that and The Wolf Man :P
True enough. I try to avoid reviews here before I view the film or write my review but usually do try to check out any reviews here after posting my review. I saw that we held quite different views on these but that is good to get the different perspectives. I may rewatch in the future and remember to look at what was written and view the film in a slightly different light. But then again I may still feel that they weren't that good ;D
Dave
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 04, 2010, 12:10:44 AM
Post by: hal9g on October 04, 2010, 03:11:16 AM
Post by: Achim on October 04, 2010, 07:37:52 AM
Where is everybody? Sebastien, Jon, Achim, Emma, Kathy, Antares,... The third days start and except for me, Pete, Marie, Hal and Roger no one of you had posted a single review :whistle:As announced, I watched Humanoids from the Deep on Friday. On Saturday and Sunday I attended real life (gotta be there too, occasionally) and only watched one film together with my friend: Daybreakers (previously seen at the cinema). As you know I am not big into reviews... :bag:
I am planning to catch up on my Monster Legacy sets, same to Roger, basically. I have quite some stuff in there that I still need to watch. (And they are short, giving me time to follow up on my gaming as well :))
I wish I could watch Forbidden Plante right now as well, but my order hasn't been placed yet :laugh:
Post by: Rogmeister on October 04, 2010, 07:40:27 AM
Post by: Jimmy on October 04, 2010, 08:41:58 AM
As you know I am not big into reviews... :bag:I know :laugh:
But I can understand since I ain't sure if I will continue to review all the film I'll watch. I just find I've nothing interesting to say.
I wish I could watch Forbidden Planet right now as well, but my order hasn't been placed yet :laugh:What are you waiting for, it's even on BR I think :whistle:
BTW have you appreciated Humanoids from the Deep and Alone in the Dark (I know you watched it before the marathon, but since it was a recommandation of mine)
Post by: Dragonfire on October 04, 2010, 08:59:39 AM
Post by: Kathy on October 04, 2010, 12:38:29 PM
I have micro tears in my Achilles tendon and I can rest it or have surgery. Either way the recuperation time is around 6 months. So, of course, I opted not to be operated on. But, the thought of not working for 6 months was unacceptable.
So, I been looking for a new job that my surgeon would clear me for and started one 2 weeks ago.
I'm doing home care for a lovely women. She was shot in the mouth (she was on the job as a police officer) and is now paralyzed from the neck down and needs help 24/7.
It is challenging work, more mental than physical, but I still get to use my critical care skills. Although, so far, we have spent most of our time together in her room I hope that changes as we develop our relationship.
Who know, maybe I'll never go back to hospital work!
Post by: hal9g on October 04, 2010, 02:55:45 PM
Your new job does indeed sound challenging, yet at the same time could be very rewarding. What a sad thing to happen to someone you was willing to put themselves on the line to protect and keep us safe.
Hope your Achilles heals quickly without too much discomfort.
Post by: Achim on October 05, 2010, 06:56:21 AM
Ordered last night ;) I hope it can arrive before the end of the month.I wish I could watch Forbidden Planet right now as well, but my order hasn't been placed yet :laugh:What are you waiting for, it's even on BR I think :whistle:
Quote
BTW have you appreciated Humanoids from the Deep and Alone in the Dark (I know you watched it before the marathon, but since it was a recommandation of mine)Yes, I appreciated both.
Humanoids from the Deep is great exploitation (tits and gore) but was till trying to tell a tiny story behind that as well; heck, it's even trying to convey a message :laugh:
Alone in the Dark was not what I thought it would be, but in a good way. I was surprised it was more of an early home-invasion film than just slasher horror. It took me a while to remove it from my Wish List, but I am glad I did.
Post by: RossRoy on October 05, 2010, 08:14:21 AM
Viewed (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6745.msg126624.html#msg126624), and reviewed (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,741.msg127414.html#msg127414)
Post by: Kathy on October 05, 2010, 01:43:33 PM
I am not sure it computes... Decisions was surgery or rest. You chose not to have surgery, yet I don't see how you can rest with that new job, taking care of that woman the whole time :headscratch:
It is the pounding that the leg takes on a 12 hour shift that might cause the tears to rupture. Hospital work is constant running, often without a break. If I were to accept a position, it had to meet my specific needs.
The job I accepted has almost no walking. My shifts vary but I'm predominately nights. She is in bed and mostly I'm there to be sure all her medical equipment is functioning. She is on a ventilator at night, needs suctioning at times and requires a registered nurse skilled in those areas.
I'm also there to meet her basic needs such as fluids, repositioning or whatever. Mostly I just sit next to her, we talk and watch TV. Her emotional needs are the ones that are the most pressing. Her life was so full and active and now this. The whole situation is heartbreaking and difficult for anyone to accept.
The hardest part of the job, for me, is the inability to give her what she needs - her life back. There is only mental and emotional stress for me in caring for this woman. There was that type of stress in critical care too but home care, I am finding, is different.
As far as physical stress, I even have a bed next to hers that I lay down on. She has told me I can sleep, everything has alarms, but I just can't do that. I know the other nurse does but I'm not comfortable with that. So, I'm back to drinking lots of coffee at night.
She has lots of commercial free movies so I have seen some films I've been meaning to get to such as Milk and X-Men Origins: Wolverine. We've also seen a few stinkers.
I'm actually doing more sitting and lying down working than I do at home. I'm tired when I get home but I have trouble sleeping when it's light out. So, I don't do too much at home either. I'm definitely letting my leg rest!
Post by: Achim on October 05, 2010, 01:54:05 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on October 06, 2010, 08:30:22 AM
I was out running errands longer than I intended earlier...so I didn't get more watched for the 4th. I may have limited time from now on too. My mom is having some sort of problem. It started earlier tonight. She thinks it might be her gallbladder..and from what I read about it, it sounds like it could be. She isn't wanting to go to the ER tonight even though she's miserable. If it doesn't get better, I can see taking her tomorrow while stepdad is at work. And from what I read, it sounds like they usually do surgery. So. If it is that, and she has to have surgery, I'll be at the hospital and then helping her once she is home.
Post by: hal9g on October 06, 2010, 09:32:00 PM
Review for Daywatch (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127554.html#msg127554) posted.
Review for Vengeance (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127555.html#msg127555) posted.
Review for Dark Water (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127557.html#msg127557) posted.
Review for The Descent (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127559.html#msg127559) posted.
Review for House of Wax (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127577.html#msg127577) posted.
Review for Exorcist: The Beginning (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127578.html#msg127578) posted.
Post by: snowcat on October 07, 2010, 09:49:49 AM
....so, I will be watching Nightmare on elm street all of the films this month :p and the Creepshow as I haven't seen it for a long time and hust bought it ;) I will try to review them to :p
Post by: hal9g on October 07, 2010, 08:32:09 PM
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Post by: addicted2dvd on October 09, 2010, 02:50:29 AM
Post by: RossRoy on October 09, 2010, 03:53:08 AM
Addams Family & Addams Family Values (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,741.msg127671.html#msg127671)
Post by: hal9g on October 09, 2010, 05:07:51 AM
Review for Resident Evil (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127727.html#msg127727) posted.
Review for Resident Evil: Apocalypse (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127741.html#msg127741) posted.
Review for Resident Evil: Extinction (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127743.html#msg127743) posted.
Review for American Psycho (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127746.html#msg127746) posted.
Review for Hellraiser: Hellseeker (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127787.html#msg127787) posted.
Post by: dfmorgan on October 10, 2010, 09:03:03 PM
| (http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/50/5060052419231.4f.jpg) | (http://www.invelos.com/images/BlurayLogo.png)Daybreakers |
Year: 2009
Director: The Spierig Brothers
Cast: Ethan Hawke, Willem Dafoe, Sam Neill
Overview: THE YEAR IS 2019. A mysterious plague has swept over the earth, transforming the majority of the world's population into vampires. Humans are now an endangered, second-class species – hunted to the brink of extinction and then farmed to feed the vampires' need for blood. The remaining humans are now in hiding and as supplies run low, the terrifying consequences of vampire starvation are becoming more apparent – the normally civilised vampire population will turn into literal blood sucking monsters if a blood substitute is not found.
Stylish, provocative and action-packed, DAYBREAKERS stars two-time Academy Award® nominee Ethan Hawke*, Willem Dafoe and Sam Neill.
*Supporting Actor, TRAINING DAY, 2001; Adapted Screenplay, BEFORE SUNSET, 2004.
Watched: 9th. Oct 2010
My Thoughts: Oh dear I'm not having much luck with my choices for the October 2010 Horror Marathon. After 2 werewolf failures I thought I'd try a vampire film. A slightly different concept here with the vampires now the race in the majority and the humans are in decline so the 'civilised' vampires are looking for fresh methods to generate blood for their survival. It wasn't too bad a film, better than the earlier two in this marathon, but to me Ethan Hawke seemed to be acting on some form of auto-pilot in that he just did the bare minimum that was needed in each scene. I have seen other films with him (Before the Devil Knows You're Dead, Lord of War, Taking Lives, Training Day) but to be honest can't remember much about his acting in those.
My Rating: Overall slightly better but not one I can say I enjoyed so a 2
Dave
Post by: Najemikon on October 10, 2010, 09:48:56 PM
The Box (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6780.msg127795.html#msg127795)
Buried (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6780.msg127798.html#msg127798)
Post by: Rogmeister on October 11, 2010, 12:43:47 AM
She-Wolf of London (1946) 61m
Director: Jean Yarbrough
Cast: Don Porter, June Lockhart, Sara Holden, Jan Wiley, Lloyd Corrigan
A series of murders is being committed near London and many think it is the work of a female werewolf and a young woman engaged to be married (June Lockhart) is certain that she is the werewolf committing the ghastly murders. This is an interesting movie and done with some style, but anyone wanting to see a hairy werewolf will doubtless be disappointed in this one. But I liked it. Of course, I have always liked seeing June Lockhart (I grew up on her Lassie series making the moment she is terrified of the dogs a bit ironic) so that probably helped me appreciate this film more than a lot of people would. Of course, it did seem odd that the main characters didn't have British accents! This movie is part of the movie set The Wolfman: The Legacy Collection.
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 11, 2010, 02:49:39 AM
I think I did pretty good today... got through 7 movies! :thumbup:
Post by: hal9g on October 11, 2010, 02:57:01 AM
Review for Blade II (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127828.html#msg127828) posted.
Review for Blade: Trinity (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg127908.html#msg127908) posted.
Post by: RossRoy on October 12, 2010, 04:51:03 AM
Sorry, but I think movies just got pushed to the way side. :tv:
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 12, 2010, 11:12:26 PM
Post by: RossRoy on October 13, 2010, 12:34:51 AM
Looks like it still fits to me Sébastien. I am watching both movies and TV shows! :thumbup:
Oh it definitely fits! First episode right from the start skin melting virus with shared consciousness. Second episode? rapid aging gland control removal :thumbup:
Post by: hal9g on October 13, 2010, 11:18:06 PM
Review for Frankenstein (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg128058.html#msg128058) posted.
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 14, 2010, 02:07:51 AM
I don't think I did too bad today... 5 Movies... 2 TV Eps... and 1 Other. :)
Post by: Jimmy on October 14, 2010, 02:11:09 AM
It is even paused since one hour because an ET style documentary about Beverly Hills 90210 is more interesting than that...
Even with a lot of nudity it isn't watchable at all, 80's DTV crap at its worst... The sound mixing is annoying (one side for the dialogue and another for the sound effect/music), the acting is awfull (the worst films I review on my blog are better act), the cinematography is worst than what I filmed for fun as a teenager, they used the same weird video effect that was used in the video for Electric Avenue by Eddie Grant, the story is stupid and make no sense, ....
It isn't for nothing if this film is on my unwatched pile since I bought it in april 2008...
Better than The Sorority but everything is better than this...
Now I must watch the next one hour of this film :suicide:
Maybe I should watch the debate on CNN even if it's for the Delaware Senate and doesn't concern me at all :shrug:
Post by: hal9g on October 16, 2010, 08:24:09 PM
Review for The Mummy (1932) (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg128251.html#msg128251) posted
Review for The Invisible Man (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg128260.html#msg128260) posted.
Review for The Bride of Frankenstein (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg128267.html#msg128267) posted.
Review for The Wolf Man (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg128271.html#msg128271) posted.
Review for Phantom of the Opera (1943) (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg128340.html#msg128340) posted.
Review for Creature from the Black Lagoon (http://www.dvdcollectorsonline.com/index.php/topic,6770.msg128352.html#msg128352) posted.
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 19, 2010, 12:04:51 AM
Movies: 35 to Go
TV Eps: 11 to Go
and 13 Days to do it in. Averaging 3 movies and 1 episode per day. Possible... but still feels like a lot in a short time.
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 24, 2010, 12:44:55 AM
That leaves me with 16 movie to watch... in 8 days... average of 2 movies per day. I finally feel like I will be able to beat all my goals this year! ;D
Post by: Jimmy on October 24, 2010, 01:15:14 AM
and I will beat it with a great movie :whistle:
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Post by: Dragonfire on October 24, 2010, 05:50:56 AM
Post by: Najemikon on October 24, 2010, 11:51:26 AM
Post by: addicted2dvd on October 26, 2010, 01:15:59 AM
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Post by: Jimmy on October 27, 2010, 05:17:11 AM
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Post by: Dragonfire on October 31, 2010, 05:56:45 AM
I'm going to watch Sleepy Hollow soon. It is kind of a tradition for me to watch it on Halloween. For a few years, it was the only movie I had that was horror. Then I'll watch Sweeney Todd. I decided to add that last year...end with a Depp double feature. :)
Post by: Achim on October 31, 2010, 06:48:58 AM
I am thinking of closing the month out with "Texas Chainsaw Massacre", but as it's a rather special film, I don't know yet if I will be in the mood to watch it.
EDIT:
Nope, just not feeling it tonight (it's a rather raw experience and I want something more relaxing right now). Going to watch some special feature of Grindhouse instead. :shrug:
Post by: Jimmy on October 31, 2010, 07:37:26 AM
I have some movies already removed from my shelf for today, but it's not a garanty I will watch them anyway.
The only thing who suck this year was that I was unable to find any inspirations to review the film... Goddamn white page syndrome :voodoo:
A lot of those movies were great and I would have like to talk about them...
Before I forgot : Thanks Jon for mentionning Peeping Tom and The Wicker Man in past, those two were really great :thumbup:
Post by: Dragonfire on October 31, 2010, 07:40:39 AM
I've started working on a review of Forbidden Planet....I have decided it is science fiction horror after watching it. :)
Post by: dfmorgan on October 31, 2010, 11:44:11 AM
| (http://www.invelos.com/images/BlurayLogo.png)Alien |
Part of
| (http://www.invelos.com/mpimages/50/5039036045339.4f.jpg) | (http://www.invelos.com/images/BlurayLogo.png)Alien Anthology |
Year: 1979
Director: Ridley Scott,
Cast: Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, John Hurt
Overview: The massive space-tug Nostromo glides silently through space. Back from the outer reaches of the galaxy, it's taking its seven-member crew back to Earth. But when the ship's computer receives a distress signal from a nearby planetary system, it rouses the crew from their cryo-sleep. It isn't until after the 'Nostromo' has landed on a barren planet named LV-426 and three crewmembers have gone out to investigate a huge derelict spacecraft that the signal is deciphered and found to be a warning. But one crewmember has already experienced a shocking face-to-face encounter with an alien creature while inspecting an egg-shaped pod. And so the horror begins - a horror which will end the lives of six crewmembers and alter the life of the seventh forever.
Watched: 30th. Oct 2010
My Thoughts: Decide to end my October 2010 Horror Marathon on a high. I've seen this film at the cinema and many times on VHS, Laserdisc and DVD in both Theatrical and Director's Cuts. Now I get to see it in Blu.
I chose the original Theatrical Cut to watch and have to say that the transfer of this film is magnificent. It was like going back to seeing it again on a big-screen, if a 40" 1080p TV counts for that. Colours, depth everything just looked superb even when it was dark on screen. I have to say that I didn't notice any strange effects or grain in this.
My Rating: A magnificent 5
Dave
Post by: Najemikon on October 31, 2010, 11:48:53 AM
I'm on my way to start my 67th horror films this month wich beat my last year record by 15 :dance:
I have some movies already removed from my shelf for today, but it's not a garanty I will watch them anyway.
The only thing who suck this year was that I was unable to find any inspirations to review the film... Goddamn white page syndrome :voodoo:
A lot of those movies were great and I would have like to talk about them...
Before I forgot : Thanks Jon for mentionning Peeping Tom and The Wicker Man in past, those two were really great :thumbup:
Good, I'm glad you liked them. ;D I haven't seen Peeping Tom myself for ages and wanted to this year, but I've been very rubbish at this marathon!
Post by: Dragonfire on October 31, 2010, 09:19:17 PM
Post by: Achim on November 01, 2010, 05:16:19 AM
I am thinking of closing the month out with "Texas Chainsaw Massacre", but as it's a rather special film, I don't know yet if I will be in the mood to watch it.Eventually realized that I hadn't watched a film yesterday at all yet and changed my mind again :slaphead: Ended up making "A Nightmare on Elm Street" my last film for the marathon.
EDIT:
Nope, just not feeling it tonight (it's a rather raw experience and I want something more relaxing right now). Going to watch some special feature of Grindhouse instead. :shrug: