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This is the first time that I've watched this movie. I've heard a little about it over the years, but I just never saw it for some reason. I'm still not sure why. I'd been thinking about getting it for a while when I finally picked it up. I went into watching this not knowing any more about the plot than what was on the back of the case - though I did know about one thing that would happen. I think that was the best way. The movie is very well done and has held up incredibly well. Most of the effects were created in a more practical way - puppets or someone in a rubber suit - and that works great for the movie. It allows for the tension to slowly build and makes things creepier and scarier overall than if the creature had been shown right away. The characters work well, though most of them aren't that developed. Ash is creepy as hell right from the start, even before everything is known about him. Ripley is a great character and one of the best female characters in movies. She deals fairly well with the situation she ends up in, and doesn't cower in a corner and wait to be saved.
The movie is wonderful and I'm glad I finally watched it. Especially that I watched it before Prometheus. I saw definite connections there...small, but they are there. I would have missed all that if I hadn't watched this one.
I did get a longer review posted on Epinions if anyone wants to take a look.
Alien
(From Marie's Random Movie Viewing on June 17th, 2012)
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Charmed Marathon, a review by addicted2dvd
Disc 4:
"From Fear To Eternity"
Original Airdate: February 10, 1999
Every 1,300 years, a unique demon appears that feeds on the fears of witches. This time it is targetting the Halliwell sisters and they receive aid from their Wicca ancestors just as they are close to their own fearful deaths.
My Thoughts:
This is another one of my favorites of the season.This episode has the first of several appearances by the demon of fear... played (excellently) by Billy Drago. I thought the storyline was well thought out and played nicely by all.
"Secrets And Guys"
Original Airdate: February 17, 1999
A kidnapped boy (David Netter) with special powers sends cryptic cries for help to Prue. The search for the boy leads to the unveiling of a special secret about Leo, Piper's beau.
My Thoughts:
Leo is back (for now)... and Phoebe finds out what Leo is... but she must keep it a secret from her sisters.
"Is There A Woogy In The House?"
Original Airdate: February 24, 1999
Phoebe's fear of a "Woogyman" who lives in the basement is an ongoing source of amusement for her two sisters. That is, until a violent earthquake unleashes a long-dormant shadow-demon that turns Phoebe against her siblings.
My Thoughts:
Really good episode... and the first time they come out with the fact that Phoebe could be a power of good or a power of evil.
"Which Prue Is It Anyway?"
Original Airdate: March 3, 1999
In an effort to protect Phoebe, Prue chants an incantation to multiply her strength. Surprisingly, the spell results in the creation of multiple Prues.
My Thoughts:
Another good episode... but not one I would call a favorite. Andy is getting closer to figuring out what is going on with the sisters...
Disc 5:
"That '70s Episode"
Original Airdate: April 7, 1999
The Halliwell sisters must cast a spell that returns them to the mid-'70s in order to save themselves from a warlock that is immune to the powers of the Charmed Ones.
My Thoughts:
This is an episode that is lots of fun... One I enjoy very much. It was fun to see Grams and the sisters mother basically for the first time (though I do believe we seen Grams before). I also enjoyed seeing what the sisters (2 of them anyway) were like as kids.
"When Bad Warlock Turns Good"
Original Airdate: April 28, 1999
Outrageous situations arise when Phoebe tries to help Piper make a love connection, and Prue meets a young man who is fighting against his destiny to become evil.
My Thoughts:
A decent episode... but not one of my favorites. Don't know what else to really say about this one... just a basic filler episode.
"Out Of Sight"
Original Airdate: May 5, 1999
The sisters attempt a dangerous rescue of a boy who has been kidnapped by a Grimlock, and Prue's secret is shattered when a reporter witnesses her using her magical powers.
My Thoughts:
A good episode. This is the first appearance of the Grimlocks... and the episode where Andy finally finds out the truth about the sisters. I really thought that Phoebe would hook up with the blind guy she got info from... there chemistry seemed so good on the show... but some reason they decided not to go there.
"The Power of Two"
Original Airdate: May 12, 1999
The evil spirit of a serial killer escapes from Alcatraz Island seeking revenge. It's up to Phoebe and Prue to figure out how to vanquish this evil spirit and stop him from killing again, and they must do it without Piper.
My Thoughts:
This is a good basic episode... this time dealing with the Ghost of Alcatraz. It almost seems strange having Andy go to the sister when an "unusual" case crosses his desk... but it really fits... I like him knowing.
(From Charmed Marathon on February 28th, 2008)