HORRORS BEYOND YOUR COMPREHENSION...
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Well, since it's October now, I think I'll share some horror movie reviews. I'm very new to this genre, I've really only dived into it last year, technically. Before this, I'd only seen about 4 proper horror movies in my entire life, but I decided my movie knowledge is lacking, and naturally many horror movies are a must-- turns out I actually really enjoy the genre! I've gotten many of the classics out of the way so far, but I'm still working on the sequels. There are a few B list and newer films as well.
1. Ginger Snaps (2000) *****
I haven't seen this in about a year so my thoughts on it are very hazy, but I remember being in awe after finishing it, thinking "well, I guess I've got a new favorite film." It's often compared to The Craft and Jennifer's Body, and though I see the similarities and enjoy both movies in their own rights, Ginger Snaps is simply a whole other breed in my opinion... also this felt very different from other werewolf media I've consumed in the past, it's a very unique take. Thinking about it now, I'd actually love to own this on dvd and get my hands on some bonus features, like commentary and such...
This does apparently have a sequel, but I'm wary of it honestly. I don't want it tainting the perfect canon of the story in my head e_e
2. Scream (1996) ***
I didn't realize this was technically a parody until I started watching it! This was really fun, while still maintaining the genre... I also must say, I loved seeing the 90s fashion in full swing, particularly Tatum Riley's outfits (before she was done in by the garage, of course).
I have yet to watch any sequels for this franchise, but I know a new one came out not too long ago... are they worth it? Any I shouldn't bother with?
3. Friday The 13th (1980) ****
I surprisingly really loved this! Though the twist wasn't news to me due to watching scream before hand, I found myself really immersed... I won't pretend I know much about filming technicalities, but I personally felt the visuals for this movie were awesome, and the suspension was just chefs kiss, mwah. Watching each character get picked off while the rest are oblivious! The final girl getting away within an inch of her life! The fake-out end! Friday The 13th serves cunt, honestly.
Again, though! No sequels-- I haven't even seen Jason in action yet, but I plan to get part 2 out of the way tonight... any others of the franchise worth my time?
4. A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984) ***
This is soo sooooo 80s. From the clothing, to the dialogue, to the original score! SPEAKING OF, I had a fun little fandom moment in which I actually recognized a bit of the original score from a fanmix made for 24 Frames Per Second by Leandra (on ao3), so that was entertaining to run into... anyway, honestly this was so cheesy in a lot of ways, but I must say there was a good bit of special effects I was really impressed with-- like in the beginning when the main girl's friend is being killed in her dream and she's being thrown about the room and crawling on the ceiling, like that was a fantastic scene!
Now, I have actually seen the first sequel for this franchise, but. Well first, I don't remember much of it because I was in a feverish haze from a covid booster shot at the time. And second, I remember finding the protagonist of this one absolutely repulsive. Like... can I just say, this slimy little freak boy was a far cry from the original heroine, I just could not get with it. Also, I kept wanting to fall asleep near the end and for the life of me can't remember how it closes. Anyone want to fill me in? Did slimy freak boy live?
5. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) ****
Most of the the horror films I've seen so far have not been particularly scary in my opinion, but this one was actually quite spectacularly freaky. I was particularly curious what this was all about, as it's apparently one of Frank's all time favorite movies, and boi did it fucking serve... I think the two most skin-crawling parts were 1.) when one of the characters goes into the farmhouse looking for their missing friends and hears clunking coming from a freezer, opening it to find one of said friend's corpse having aftershocks from the bang to the head, and 2.) ANYTHING involving the grandfather, but mostly when he's sucking the blood from the final girl's finger 🤢🤮 Actually, I don't think I've ever felt so incredibly bad for a final girl in my life, talk about life-long trauma, Christ on the cross.... I truly Did Not think she was gonna make it and the death was simply being dragged out since she was the last, but god. the two cars who stopped for her... 🥰😘 I don't get what was up with the first person who stopped tho, like why did he get out, lmao?? Like no, drive away!!
Anyway, A+ horror film. 100% disturbing. Not even sure I'd want to watch more from this series, honestly. I think one is enough in this case...
Anyway, I may or may not pick this up at number six and do another five reviews. I have too many to go through in one sitting, but I definitely have Things To Say about all of them, so it's likely... well, expect to see Silence Of The Lambs, Carrie, The Faculty, The Wolf House, and Possession from me next time ✌
Well, since it's October now, I think I'll share some horror movie reviews. I'm very new to this genre, I've really only dived into it last year, technically. Before this, I'd only seen about 4 proper horror movies in my entire life, but I decided my movie knowledge is lacking, and naturally many horror movies are a must-- turns out I actually really enjoy the genre! I've gotten many of the classics out of the way so far, but I'm still working on the sequels. There are a few B list and newer films as well.
1. Ginger Snaps (2000) *****
I haven't seen this in about a year so my thoughts on it are very hazy, but I remember being in awe after finishing it, thinking "well, I guess I've got a new favorite film." It's often compared to The Craft and Jennifer's Body, and though I see the similarities and enjoy both movies in their own rights, Ginger Snaps is simply a whole other breed in my opinion... also this felt very different from other werewolf media I've consumed in the past, it's a very unique take. Thinking about it now, I'd actually love to own this on dvd and get my hands on some bonus features, like commentary and such...
This does apparently have a sequel, but I'm wary of it honestly. I don't want it tainting the perfect canon of the story in my head e_e
2. Scream (1996) ***
I didn't realize this was technically a parody until I started watching it! This was really fun, while still maintaining the genre... I also must say, I loved seeing the 90s fashion in full swing, particularly Tatum Riley's outfits (before she was done in by the garage, of course).
I have yet to watch any sequels for this franchise, but I know a new one came out not too long ago... are they worth it? Any I shouldn't bother with?
3. Friday The 13th (1980) ****
I surprisingly really loved this! Though the twist wasn't news to me due to watching scream before hand, I found myself really immersed... I won't pretend I know much about filming technicalities, but I personally felt the visuals for this movie were awesome, and the suspension was just chefs kiss, mwah. Watching each character get picked off while the rest are oblivious! The final girl getting away within an inch of her life! The fake-out end! Friday The 13th serves cunt, honestly.
Again, though! No sequels-- I haven't even seen Jason in action yet, but I plan to get part 2 out of the way tonight... any others of the franchise worth my time?
4. A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984) ***
This is soo sooooo 80s. From the clothing, to the dialogue, to the original score! SPEAKING OF, I had a fun little fandom moment in which I actually recognized a bit of the original score from a fanmix made for 24 Frames Per Second by Leandra (on ao3), so that was entertaining to run into... anyway, honestly this was so cheesy in a lot of ways, but I must say there was a good bit of special effects I was really impressed with-- like in the beginning when the main girl's friend is being killed in her dream and she's being thrown about the room and crawling on the ceiling, like that was a fantastic scene!
Now, I have actually seen the first sequel for this franchise, but. Well first, I don't remember much of it because I was in a feverish haze from a covid booster shot at the time. And second, I remember finding the protagonist of this one absolutely repulsive. Like... can I just say, this slimy little freak boy was a far cry from the original heroine, I just could not get with it. Also, I kept wanting to fall asleep near the end and for the life of me can't remember how it closes. Anyone want to fill me in? Did slimy freak boy live?
5. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) ****
Most of the the horror films I've seen so far have not been particularly scary in my opinion, but this one was actually quite spectacularly freaky. I was particularly curious what this was all about, as it's apparently one of Frank's all time favorite movies, and boi did it fucking serve... I think the two most skin-crawling parts were 1.) when one of the characters goes into the farmhouse looking for their missing friends and hears clunking coming from a freezer, opening it to find one of said friend's corpse having aftershocks from the bang to the head, and 2.) ANYTHING involving the grandfather, but mostly when he's sucking the blood from the final girl's finger 🤢🤮 Actually, I don't think I've ever felt so incredibly bad for a final girl in my life, talk about life-long trauma, Christ on the cross.... I truly Did Not think she was gonna make it and the death was simply being dragged out since she was the last, but god. the two cars who stopped for her... 🥰😘 I don't get what was up with the first person who stopped tho, like why did he get out, lmao?? Like no, drive away!!
Anyway, A+ horror film. 100% disturbing. Not even sure I'd want to watch more from this series, honestly. I think one is enough in this case...
Anyway, I may or may not pick this up at number six and do another five reviews. I have too many to go through in one sitting, but I definitely have Things To Say about all of them, so it's likely... well, expect to see Silence Of The Lambs, Carrie, The Faculty, The Wolf House, and Possession from me next time ✌
