As my horror fest continues, here is the list of films I’ve seen so far. As most of the films are part of the horror fest each year, I’ll just give a rating to them. Those that’ve seen from a different perspective I may write about.
Parasite - D, this was one of those 3-D films from the 80’s resurgence of the technique from the 60’s. It starred Demi Moore. The film has some relevance now since so many skin eating bacteria are popping up.
Blacula - DDD, I was 11 years old when I saw this film for the first time and it kept me up for nights. When I got older and added it to my collection I didn’t find it as scary, but I still had the same conclusion that black people make some scary vampires.
Last night I watched the film for the 20th time. I saw it from a different perspective. The film isn’t that bad. There are some quirky moments, but it has some interesting dialogue. William Marshall a Shakespearian actor stars as Blacula aka Mamawauldi an African Prince who tries to persuade Dracula to end the slave trade. Dracula becomes infatuated with Mamawauldi’s wife, Luva. When Dracula offers to buy her and Mamawauldi refuses, she is killed and Dracula curses Mamawauldi by turning him into the vampire Blacula. With the resurgence of the afro coming back into style, the fashions don’t see so dated. There aren’t a lot of shots of really wide bell bottomed pants, but there are some dyshekai. If you like vampire films definitely give it a look see. The films also stars Denise Nichols, Vonetta McGee, Thalmus Rasulala and Gordon Pinchant.
Vamp - D, this vampire film stars Chris Makepeace and features Grace Jones like only she can do.
Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Next Generation - D, Mathew MacCanauhey, Rene Zellwegger star.
The Blob - DD, Stars Steve McQueen it has moments.
Psycho - DDDD this is the Alfred Hitchcock thriller of all time, but I think the birds come rather close. It stars Anthony Perkins as Norman Bates. This is the film that would put Anthony Perkins in a box for the remainder of his career. Although he did some other great rolls, this is the one that is synonymous with his name. The film also stars Janet Leigh, and Vera Miles.
There were three sequels to this film which I also watched. They are each unique. Psycho III was directed by Anthony Perkins, but Psycho IV adds some insight to the entire story which stars Henry Thomas as a young Norman Bates. DDD
The Birds - DDDD this is a chilling film and it shows Alfred Hitchcock’s sense of humor. The film introduces us to Tippi Hedron and stars Susan Pleshette. Of all the times I’ve seen this film, I didn’t realize there is very little music in this film. It plays on our senses of sight and sound. The sounds of the birds chirping and the flutter of their wings.
Mother’s Boys - DD it’s more of a thriller than a horror film. It stars Jamie Lee Curtis as the mother from hell who is used to getting her way. She tries to manipulate her oldest son and her husband. There are some interesting moments in the film. It stars Peter Gallagher and Vanessa Redgrave.
Nightmare on Elm Street- DDD, and part 3 Dream Warriors - DD they both have moments.
Mars Attacks - D, it’s just a fun film sort of an homage to Ed Wood. It’s an all star cast which includes the lovely Pam Grier which is the reason it is a part of my collection. Jack Nicholson plays several roles, there’s Fred Williamson, Michael J. Fox, Sarah Jessica Parker, Pierce Brosnon, Glen Close, Annette Benning and Tom Jones to name a few.
The Shining - DDD, I’ve learned to like this film over the years.
The Fly - DDD, this is the remake of the Vincent Price classic, Jeff Goldblum does a great job bringing new life into the character. He stars along side his ex wife, Geena Davis.
The Fly II - DD, stars Eric Stoltz as the son and Daphne Zuniga. It has moments.
House on Haunted Hill - D, another remake of a Vincent Price classic, but this one doesn’t work so well. It has an interesting cast, but it just lacks something.
The Movie fest will continue today with the sequel to Blacula, Scream Blacula Scream which stars Pam Grier and William Marshall reprises his role as the true prince of darkness. This film introduces us to Richard Lawson and also stars Don Mitchell, Michael Conrad, Lynn Moody, Janee Michelle and Bernie Hamilton.
Here is my new rating system. DDDDD highly recommend. DDDD It should be watched. DDD Entertaining DD So if you like the stars. D Just out of curiosity watch it.
(I like all movies. Even those that most people don’t like, it makes for great conversation.)
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