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Title: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 11, 2009, 01:20:05 PM
There are 20 days left before Halloween and my Netflix queue is loaded with all sorts of movies to watch, but I want to know what are all the BEST and NEWEST scary/fun/horror/gory movies to watch around this time of year.
I'm gonna start this list with a movie from 2007 that just got released on DVD this past Tuesday.
Trick 'r Treat A fun horror movie with a few faces you might recognize, like Brian Cox & Anna Paquin. Think more along the lines of Tales from the Crypt/Creepshow than movies like Halloween since this one has several separate story lines that are all intertwined with the overarching theme of "It's Halloween" and there traditions that must carry on.
Halloween I'll just go ahead and get this one out of the way. We all know who Michael Myers is, and I'm sure that most of us have seen atleast one of the movies in the series or the most recent Rob Zombie remake. This is a Halloween Classic, and set the bar for many movies to follow, so if you haven't seen it yet, then what are you waiting for.
Nightmare on Elm Street Another scary classic series following Freddy Krueger as he haunts the nightmares of those that fear him. This is also getting a remake pretty soon, but I think the original is fine just the way it is. This was probably the only movie I've ever seen that actually scared me long after I watched it, and that makes it perfect for a Halloween viewing.
Paranormal Activity This movie is very creepy and just now hitting theaters around the country. A couple finds out that their house is occupied by more than just the 2 of them. The movie is filmed entirely(?) from the perspective of their own camera as they are trying to prove to themselves that the house is haunted. You like to be scared, go watch it.
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Post by: BranDonk Kong on October 11, 2009, 08:15:56 PM
I saw a commercial for Trick 'r Treat and thought it actually looked pretty good. I love Creepshow 1/2 and Tales from the Crypt...so I'm holding you personally responsible for my enjoyment, or lack thereof. You have a Kentucky Grilled Chicken avatar, so my instincts tell me to trust you on movie choices.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 11, 2009, 08:37:00 PM
It's a fun movie. If you like fun movies in the vein of CS/TftC, then you should enjoy this one too.
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Post by: Halbred on October 11, 2009, 11:23:56 PM
Some of my favorite horror films:
The Thing (1982) It doesn't hurt that the special effects stand up even today, despite being 100% practical. This is a movie about cabin fever and paranoia just as much as the monster, not to mention Kurt Russell's epic beard.
The Ring (American version) Freakin' movie gets me every time, what with the flash shot of the dead girl in the closest. Despite this, I watch it every Halloween. Genuinely terrifying at times! The sequel is a pale immitation, and the Japanese original (Ringu) is dull and overlong. And there really aren't any special effects!
Cabin Fever It's campy and gorey, but I still like it. I like how everything comes full circle at the end.
Silent Hill Hey, it ain't bad when the lights are out and the sound is up (just like the games) (except Origins). Great special effects and stays true to the source material.
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Post by: Stogi on October 11, 2009, 11:53:10 PM
The 3 Extremes
This is a fucked up Asian flick that has three separate story lines all under the theme "WTF". The first two are my favorite, but the last one is still pretty WTF.
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Post by: GoldenPhoenix on October 12, 2009, 03:55:41 AM
Near Dark - I wouldn't classify it as a "boo" type horror movie, but it does have its creepy moments, it is a unique twist on the vampire genre.
The Thirst - Another unique twist on vampires. Definitely worth your time, it is inspired in many ways by Near Dark.
Creepshow 2 - Has some pretty good episodes, like the Raft.
Yeah a mixture of old and new, but I enjoy them.
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Post by: Stogi on October 12, 2009, 04:40:16 AM
Ravenous
Watch and I swear you won't be disappointed.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 12, 2009, 09:28:41 AM
Near Dark - I wouldn't classify it as a "boo" type horror movie, but it does have its creepy moments, it is a unique twist on the vampire genre.
The Thirst - Another unique twist on vampires. Definitely worth your time, it is inspired in many ways by Near Dark.
Creepshow 2 - Has some pretty good episodes, like the Raft.
Yeah a mixture of old and new, but I enjoy them.
is that creepshow raft episode the one about that black substance on the lake??
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Post by: BranDonk Kong on October 12, 2009, 10:02:34 AM
Yes, it's fucking epic.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 12, 2009, 11:20:30 AM
Niiiiceee. I remember watching those when I was a kid.. I wanna watch em again and see if they scare me now they way they did back then.
Fun fact: Back then, it made me afraid of those slimes that'd come in the $.25 vending machines because the lake ooze looked like it had the same texture as it. I wasn't afraid that it'd come to life and attack me or anything, i was just afraid that too much of it would suffocate me. Weird eh?
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Post by: GoldenPhoenix on October 12, 2009, 12:46:11 PM
Niiiiceee. I remember watching those when I was a kid.. I wanna watch em again and see if they scare me now they way they did back then.
Fun fact: Back then, it made me afraid of those slimes that'd come in the $.25 vending machines because the lake ooze looked like it had the same texture as it. I wasn't afraid that it'd come to life and attack me or anything, i was just afraid that too much of it would suffocate me. Weird eh?
Yeah it stays pretty close to the short story that Stephen King wrote.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: Halbred on October 12, 2009, 01:25:00 PM
I forgot "The Mist," with Thomas "Frank Castle" Jane. Love the effects, and the underlying themes are great. The last few beasties look downright Lovecraftian.
Also, I'm pretty vampire'd out these days. I've never understood society's fascination with vampires, and the fact that you can't turn a goddamn corner these days without bumping into a vampire movie or TV show makes me cringe.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 12, 2009, 01:31:29 PM
I forgot "The Mist," with Thomas "Frank Castle" Jane. Love the effects, and the underlying themes are great. The last few beasties look downright Lovecraftian.
Also, I'm pretty vampire'd out these days. I've never understood society's fascination with vampires, and the fact that you can't turn a goddamn corner these days without bumping into a vampire movie or TV show makes me cringe.
I loved vampires when i was like 5 and did for a while after but then they started getting popular with the more modern vamprie stories like Underworld, which wasn't bad. Obviously stuff like twilight put it over the top with emo love stories that only teeny boppers give a crap about. Now every time i hear about a vampire I end up grinding my teeth to keep myself from mouthing off on how sick and tired i am of it.. again.
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Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on October 12, 2009, 01:56:35 PM
I forgot "The Mist," with Thomas "Frank Castle" Jane. Love the effects, and the underlying themes are great. The last few beasties look downright Lovecraftian.
Also, I'm pretty vampire'd out these days. I've never understood society's fascination with vampires, and the fact that you can't turn a goddamn corner these days without bumping into a vampire movie or TV show makes me cringe.
I loved vampires when i was like 5 and did for a while after but then they started getting popular with the more modern vamprie stories like Underworld, which wasn't bad. Obviously stuff like twilight put it over the top with emo love stories that only teeny boppers give a crap about. Now every time i hear about a vampire I end up grinding my teeth to keep myself from mouthing off on how sick and tired i am of it.. again.
Thank goodness Underworld Evolution gave me the catsuit-undressing love-making scene I asked for.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on October 12, 2009, 03:21:37 PM
I forgot "The Mist," with Thomas "Frank Castle" Jane. Love the effects, and the underlying themes are great. The last few beasties look downright Lovecraftian.
Also, I'm pretty vampire'd out these days. I've never understood society's fascination with vampires, and the fact that you can't turn a goddamn corner these days without bumping into a vampire movie or TV show makes me cringe.
I loved vampires when i was like 5 and did for a while after but then they started getting popular with the more modern vamprie stories like Underworld, which wasn't bad. Obviously stuff like twilight put it over the top with emo love stories that only teeny boppers give a crap about. Now every time i hear about a vampire I end up grinding my teeth to keep myself from mouthing off on how sick and tired i am of it.. again.
Bite me. I'm still on the lookout for a BIll Comptom to sweep me off my feet and make me his vampire bride.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: Peachylala on October 12, 2009, 03:48:03 PM
I'm sure one of the Arachnophobia spiders will love to do that to you.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 12, 2009, 04:27:42 PM
Arachnophobia, now there is a movie that sticks with me to this day. I constantly check the inside of a lamp shade before reaching for the the switch, and I always make sure the inside of a cereal bag is closed in the box if I'm gonna eat it.
That is definitely a movie I always recommend to anyone that wants to get creeped out by something that could really happen.
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Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on October 12, 2009, 04:47:45 PM
Arachnophobia, now there is a movie that sticks with me to this day. I constantly check the inside of a lamp shade before reaching for the the switch, and I always make sure the inside of a cereal bag is closed in the box if I'm gonna eat it.
That is definitely a movie I always recommend to anyone that wants to get creeped out by something that could really happen.
Every bush, every tree is a potential threat. Big Bob could jump out of any one of them, including the ones in your backyard. A great movie for the kids if you want to them stay indoors their whole lives.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 12, 2009, 04:55:41 PM
I forgot "The Mist," with Thomas "Frank Castle" Jane. Love the effects, and the underlying themes are great. The last few beasties look downright Lovecraftian.
Also, I'm pretty vampire'd out these days. I've never understood society's fascination with vampires, and the fact that you can't turn a goddamn corner these days without bumping into a vampire movie or TV show makes me cringe.
I loved vampires when i was like 5 and did for a while after but then they started getting popular with the more modern vamprie stories like Underworld, which wasn't bad. Obviously stuff like twilight put it over the top with emo love stories that only teeny boppers give a crap about. Now every time i hear about a vampire I end up grinding my teeth to keep myself from mouthing off on how sick and tired i am of it.. again.
Thank goodness Underworld Evolution gave me the catsuit-undressing love-making scene I asked for.
I forgot "The Mist," with Thomas "Frank Castle" Jane. Love the effects, and the underlying themes are great. The last few beasties look downright Lovecraftian.
Also, I'm pretty vampire'd out these days. I've never understood society's fascination with vampires, and the fact that you can't turn a goddamn corner these days without bumping into a vampire movie or TV show makes me cringe.
I loved vampires when i was like 5 and did for a while after but then they started getting popular with the more modern vamprie stories like Underworld, which wasn't bad. Obviously stuff like twilight put it over the top with emo love stories that only teeny boppers give a crap about. Now every time i hear about a vampire I end up grinding my teeth to keep myself from mouthing off on how sick and tired i am of it.. again.
Bite me. I'm still on the lookout for a BIll Comptom to sweep me off my feet and make me his vampire bride.
no thanks, i wouldn't want to:
a. ruin this strictly plutonic "friendship" b. step on Bill Compton's toes (no guy likes sloppy seconds c. go back to dealing with a controlling psycho like my ex.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: vudu on October 12, 2009, 04:59:30 PM
Why hasn't anyone yet mentioned The Shining? You all have terrible taste in movies.
Hate the Shining. So that is why I didn't put it in the list.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 12, 2009, 05:04:53 PM
I was gonna mention The Shining(it came up in a discussion this morning), but to be honest, after several attempts and chances, i just never made it through the entire movie. I either only caught it on TV, or when it was in an uncensored uninterrupted format, I just didn't have time to sit through the entire movie. Isn't it like almost 3 hours long?
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Post by: vudu on October 12, 2009, 05:06:05 PM
Nah, it's just a little over 2 hours long.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 12, 2009, 05:14:56 PM
I was gonna mention The Shining(it came up in a discussion this morning), but to be honest, after several attempts and chances, i just never made it through the entire movie. I either only caught it on TV, or when it was in an uncensored uninterrupted format, I just didn't have time to sit through the entire movie. Isn't it like almost 3 hours long?
^that. Besides, the Simpsons managed to get it done in a 5 minute short so I feel like I HAVE seen it ;)
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Post by: Stogi on October 12, 2009, 05:31:12 PM
This is yet another case of the book being WAY better than the movie.
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Post by: vudu on October 12, 2009, 05:33:19 PM
That's the case for just about any book-to-movie adaptation. But it doesn't mean the movie isn't stellar.
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Post by: GoldenPhoenix on October 12, 2009, 05:38:17 PM
This is yet another case of the book being WAY better than the movie.
That is why I liked the mini series of the Shining (if that is what you are referencing). The book was a tragic downfall of a basically good man who was tempted back into drinking, who at the very end fought against his own demons to redeem himself. With Nicholoson I felt he was a bit crazy right from the start. Also I think the croquet mallet is far more interesting then the axe, it is a unique killing weapon.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 12, 2009, 05:42:05 PM
So you would recommend the 1997 TV mini series over the 1980 Horror classic?
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Post by: GoldenPhoenix on October 12, 2009, 05:45:28 PM
So you would recommend the 1997 TV mini series over the 1980 Horror classic?
It doesn't have the production values of the 80s,they are really two different films. The Kubrick movie is its own unique entity, the 1997 TV series is closer to the book. One is more methodical then the other (the mini series being the methodical one).
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Post by: EasyCure on October 12, 2009, 05:47:56 PM
I still recommend the Simpsons version.
Quote from: Homer Simpsons
No Work and no TV make Homer something something
Quote from: Marge Simpson
...Go Crazy..?
Quote from: Homer Simpson
DON'T MIND IF I DO!
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Post by: Stogi on October 12, 2009, 06:13:09 PM
I think that goes without saying.
Simpson parodies are almost always better than what they parody.
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Post by: Halbred on October 12, 2009, 06:22:05 PM
I don't like the movie. The creepiest thing in there is the wife, who looks like something out of Insmouth. It's never clear whether the ghosts are real or not, and the pacing is terrible.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 12, 2009, 06:33:29 PM
I enjoyed the first Saw well enough. Didn't care to see any of the sequels.
I'm not sure if it counts as scary, but Se7en is really freaking excellent.
Jacob's Ladder as well
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Post by: Halbred on October 13, 2009, 01:52:57 PM
What she said. A little slow sometimes, but definately very creepy in places. Interesting (and unsurprising) factoid: Jacob's Ladder largely inspired the original Silent Hill.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 13, 2009, 02:09:30 PM
Jacobs Ladder is a movie that I've been meaning to watch for longer than I can remember. I never wanted to watch it on TBS/TNT/USA or whatever other channel it played on TV, it was one of those movies I was holding out to see uncensored & uninterrupted.
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Post by: Stogi on October 13, 2009, 02:21:00 PM
I enjoyed the first Saw well enough. Didn't care to see any of the sequels.
I'm not sure if it counts as scary, but Se7en is really freaking excellent.
^This.
Does anyone remember in the first saw where the dude locked in that room is yelling "WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH MY WIFE?!" and then cracks a smile?
No but i'll have to rewatch it tonight..
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Post by: Stogi on October 13, 2009, 03:05:15 PM
Ok, when you do, watch his smile. It's not suppose to be in the movie.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 13, 2009, 03:32:52 PM
I'm debating on whether or not to rewatch the Saw series as part of my Halloween Horror Marathon, but I already have so many movies on my Netflix list, and the saw series isn't on Instant Watch like it should be.
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Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on October 13, 2009, 04:05:53 PM
Should be watching Teen Wolf.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 13, 2009, 04:26:25 PM
Arachnophobia, now there is a movie that sticks with me to this day. I constantly check the inside of a lamp shade before reaching for the the switch, and I always make sure the inside of a cereal bag is closed in the box if I'm gonna eat it.
That is definitely a movie I always recommend to anyone that wants to get creeped out by something that could really happen.
Every bush, every tree is a potential threat. Big Bob could jump out of any one of them, including the ones in your backyard. A great movie for the kids if you want to them stay indoors their whole lives.
And be afraid of taking showers.
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Post by: vudu on October 13, 2009, 05:38:27 PM
The bathtub scene in Ghostsbusters II scared the piss out of me when I was a kid. I was afraid to take a bath for like a week.
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Post by: Stogi on October 13, 2009, 05:41:55 PM
and thus was coined the nickname "dirty jew"
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Post by: that Baby guy on October 13, 2009, 05:44:11 PM
You know what's not scary, and instead, rather dull? Halloween Horror Nights. Okay, maybe they might not be dull the first time you go, but after that, it's just... lame.
What's the deal with all those Saw movies?
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Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on October 13, 2009, 05:46:51 PM
It's Hollywood's yearly Madden.
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Post by: Stogi on October 13, 2009, 05:48:03 PM
I like bad horror movies though. They become comedies.
Haven't seen any of the Saws past 2, but I bet they're pretty funny.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 13, 2009, 05:51:36 PM
I like bad horror movies though. They become comedies.
Haven't seen any of the Saws past 2, but I bet they're pretty funny.
I've only watched each one once (except for the 1st one and the one that took place in the house with the needle pit), but I don't remember them as being bad enough to be funny.... just bad.
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Post by: GoldenPhoenix on October 13, 2009, 05:53:34 PM
If you want to watch some truly horrendous b horror movies (more like F quality) get the Tomb of Terrors collection or the Bloody Nightmares one which is 100 crappy movies in one big package or the other collections by Pendulum Pictures (some seem to overlap).
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Post by: Halbred on October 13, 2009, 07:11:12 PM
Freddy vs. Jason is good Halloween fun, too. Forgot about that one. Freddy looooves the reefer.
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Post by: ThePerm on October 13, 2009, 08:03:32 PM
**** The Shining the book, i can't stand reading King's work. I'll take Kubrik's version by far. I'm not saying he's a bad writer, because he comes up with nothing but great ideas, i just don't like his style. I didn't like the 1997 version at all...blech.
The Mist, that was a great movie
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 14, 2009, 08:31:18 AM
Drag Me To Hell
If you haven't seen this yet, then add it to your list ASAP. It's a mix of almost everything you like in horror movies. This is about a Gypsy curse, the person that is cursed and how they hope to beat or remove the curse. There are scares, laughs and moments where you find yourself trying to help the lead character even though you know she can't hear you. Brought to you by Sam Raimi, who brought you the Evil Dead and the Spiderman series, this movie is pure entertainment and should not be missed for anyone claiming to like horror movies.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 14, 2009, 09:17:18 AM
If you want to watch some truly horrendous b horror movies (more like F quality) get the Tomb of Terrors collection or the Bloody Nightmares one which is 100 crappy movies in one big package or the other collections by Pendulum Pictures (some seem to overlap).
Or you can watch those movies that won the "horror fest" or whatever it was called a few years ago...
I think one of them was "the boogieman" and it was horrible, and i forget what the second one was called but these two people get trapped in somehouse where they see dopplegangers of themselves that are trying to kill them... eh it was retarded and not scary in the slightest. worst peices of **** i'd ever had to pay to see, and its hard to believe those were the films that WON the film festival...ugh.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 15, 2009, 04:39:08 AM
Slither
This is another great "horror" movie to watch. Comes highly recommended right next to Drag Me to Hell for highly entertaining "horror" movies that are fun to watch. If you haven't seen it, go check it out.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 15, 2009, 09:20:05 AM
This is another great "horror" movie to watch. Comes highly recommended right next to Drag Me to Hell for highly entertaining "horror" movies that are fun to watch. If you haven't seen it, go check it out.
Awesome movie. Only saw it once at a friends suggestion on our failed attempt at starting a weekly movie night, but man was that one night awesome cuz of this movie.
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Post by: BranDonk Kong on October 16, 2009, 03:41:30 PM
I've seen all 5 Saw movies so far, and I actually kind of like them. Saw 4 and 5 completely butcher the storyline, at least as to why Jigsaw does what he does, but at the same time, add a bit of legitimacy to the continuation of the story.
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Post by: Halbred on October 16, 2009, 03:57:21 PM
Has anyone seen the new Friday the 13th? The Rob Zombie one? I've heard good things.
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Post by: ThePerm on October 16, 2009, 04:00:08 PM
err you mean Halloween? The Friday the 13th remake wasn't really a remake, i doubt they even watched the original. It was more like a sequel. Just a bunch of kids getting hacked and slashed by Jason. There were some cool parts though, Wolf Creek-esque parts.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 16, 2009, 04:06:41 PM
err you mean Halloween? The Friday the 13th remake wasn't really a remake, i doubt they even watched the original. It was more like a sequel. Just a bunch of kids getting hacked and slashed by Jason. There were some cool parts though, Wolf Creek-esque parts.
It was as if a giant living turd took a crap.
This is slightly off-topic but.. and maybe it's jsut me.. but does it seem like this year retailers are downplaying halloween?
Normally before Sept. ends you see halloween stuff up and the halloween specialty stores are usually operational by Oct 1 and no later than that but that doesnt seem to be true this year. It might just be my area but I'm curious to find out from the rest of you if its happening all over. I wouldn't be surprised considering the state of the economy.
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Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 16, 2009, 04:17:00 PM
A Gottschalks shut down across the street from where I'm at right now. HUGE store. A Spirit Halloween store set up shop in there about a month ago but ain't opening until next week.
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Post by: ThePerm on October 17, 2009, 03:00:41 AM
err you mean Halloween? The Friday the 13th remake wasn't really a remake, i doubt they even watched the original. It was more like a sequel. Just a bunch of kids getting hacked and slashed by Jason. There were some cool parts though, Wolf Creek-esque parts.
It was as if a giant living turd took a crap.
This is slightly off-topic but.. and maybe it's jsut me.. but does it seem like this year retailers are downplaying halloween?
Normally before Sept. ends you see halloween stuff up and the halloween specialty stores are usually operational by Oct 1 and no later than that but that doesnt seem to be true this year. It might just be my area but I'm curious to find out from the rest of you if its happening all over. I wouldn't be surprised considering the state of the economy.
quite the contrary over here, it seems like this year is going to be a good Halloween season, normally Halloween has been blah, but this year everyone seems excited over it.
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Post by: EasyCure on October 17, 2009, 12:14:58 PM
A Gottschalks shut down across the street from where I'm at right now. HUGE store. A Spirit Halloween store set up shop in there about a month ago but ain't opening until next week.
Things like this are exactly what i'm talking about. There's a Spirit Halloween store that rents out this old closed Barns & Noble every Fall and its HUGE. They've been doing this for a few years now and they're always open by Oct 1st, but not this year. I heard there was another Spirit Halloween store opening up (this one actually in my hometown) but it'll be half the size and the opening day is TODAY. In my old experience at Hot Topic, i noticed most retailers that did any sort of halloween theme would put out stuff in late December or early Oct. but this year.. nothing.
Even on tv, i barely see any horror movies being played, the closest is ads for Saw 6. I barely see any decorations on houses or storefronts and to be honest, its bringing me down. I know Halloween isn't a huge (or even real) holiday (anymore) but I always had fun with it and looked forward to it every year. The one year I'm not really feeling it just so happens to be the year where there's nothing out there to try and get me in the spirit.
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Post by: ThePerm on October 17, 2009, 04:16:47 PM
Halloween III
No Michael Myers, but i thought this one was great.
The Stuff same type of film, good stuff.
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Post by: Halbred on October 19, 2009, 02:22:48 PM
I keep forgetting to mention Event Horizen.
Talk about a f*cked up horror movie.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: Caterkiller on October 20, 2009, 01:18:32 AM
I just saw Paranormal Activity and it's one of the few movies I wouldn't mind seeing again. I don't think it was as scary as some say, but I can honestly say one seen or 2 really got my heart pumping. It's been hard for me to sleep the last 3 nights. No nightmares, just waiting to fall alseep is harder.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: IceCold on October 20, 2009, 04:57:47 AM
Anyone mention the Evil Dead trilogy?
Romero's Dawn of the Dead / Night of the Living Dead?
Nosferatu?
Any Hitchcock suspsense thriller? (I'll choose Psycho)
Rosemary's Baby?
Silence of the Lambs? (yeah yeah psychological thriller)
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 20, 2009, 05:00:45 AM
you just did.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: EasyCure on October 20, 2009, 09:44:40 AM
Romero's Dawn of the Dead / Night of the Living Dead?
^I've been meaning to add these to my collection since somehow I haven't already. I love the original Night/Dawn/Day of the dead movies and Land of the dead was pretty epic. Haven't seen the other Romero '..of the Dead' films yet.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: ThePerm on October 23, 2009, 04:38:18 PM
Hocus Pocus, not scary, just intensely Halloweeny.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on October 23, 2009, 04:48:01 PM
Romero's Dawn of the Dead / Night of the Living Dead?
^I've been meaning to add these to my collection since somehow I haven't already. I love the original Night/Dawn/Day of the dead movies and Land of the dead was pretty epic. Haven't seen the other Romero '..of the Dead' films yet.
The new Dawn of the Dead was great. the new Day of the dead however was pretty bad.
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: ThePerm on October 23, 2009, 07:45:03 PM
no Zack Snyder, you should see the other new day of the dead(day of the dead:contagion)....that is l'terrible
edit: i mean you shouldn't see
Title: Re: The HALLOWEEN "Scary" Movie Watchlist
Post by: BeautifulShy on October 27, 2009, 12:46:13 AM
So I am watching AMC and they have been doing a Halloween Horror movie month. Tomorrow is Halloween 4 & 5. Halloween night is Night of the Living Dead.
I hardly watch TV so sorry for the lateness of this. Back to 13 ghosts.
