Horror films

[Hudvar]

Of ALL (the very few) Russian language horror films this is the one you picked? You were setting yourself up, truthfully

On that particular day, yes. It's not like it's the only one I've seen though, just the latest.

...But it did suck.

 

[blaze_dave]

I might give Mubi a trial run.

What films did everyone suggest to watch on there besides The Substance?

 

[tylerc]

She watched The Exorcist III for the first time last night. It was a bop but a bitsy slow for the first half. I can see why it's a fan fav.

 

[johnny_tsunami]

She watched The Exorcist III for the first time last night. It was a bop but a bitsy slow for the first half. I can see why it's a fan fav.

It works so well as a direct sequel to the original, and I prefer it. I love The Exorcist book because of the ambiguity and deeper questions about faith; the movie holds up as kind of goofy and camp for me. But Legion still permeates darkness and anxiety.

 

[tylerc]

It works so well as a direct sequel to the original, and I prefer it. I love The Exorcist book because of the ambiguity and deeper questions about faith; the movie holds up as kind of goofy and camp for me. But Legion still permeates darkness and anxiety.

It's very dark and brooding. I literally knew nothing of the film aside from the iconic jump scare / Brad being in it, so I really enjoyed it. I think I prefer it to the original as well, because I love the serial killer angle. It was giving When A Stranger Calls Back chais at times too (highly complimentary).

 

[LTG]

I might give Mubi a trial run.

What films did everyone suggest to watch on there besides The Substance?

Both Fargeat’s other feature, Revenge, and one of her shorts, Reality+, are on there.

BPM (Beats Per Minute), Shiva Baby, Tangerine. How to Have Sex, Fallen Leaves, Aftersun, Queer. Past Lives, Decision to Leave.

 

[BTG]

George C. Scott is an icon.

 

[tylerc]

George C. Scott was is an icon.

I had literally just watched The Changeling two weeks ago. He really is so charismatic.

 

[Uno]

Watched Dario Argento's Opera for the first time this week, all of the kills were really stellar and memorable. The ending and motive were a bit on the weaker side but still one of his better films - that peephole scene was really impressive.

 

[johnny_tsunami]

Watched Dario Argento's Opera for the first time this week, all of the kills were really stellar and memorable. The ending and motive were a bit on the weaker side but still one of his better films - that peephole scene was really impressive.

I love Opera and Phenomena. They are absolutely ridiculous but thrilling as well. The lush opening of Phenomenal especially is just a gorgeous set piece. I still consider Deep Red his masterpiece, even over Suspiria for me.

 

[torontodj]

George C. Scott was is an icon.

Indeed. He should have been nominated for Best Actor for The Changeling. He's that good.

He's also fantastic in Firestarter. It gets mixed reviews but he was perfect.

And his Scrooge in A Christmas Carol is one of the best.

 

[Andrew]

I love Opera and Phenomena. They are absolutely ridiculous but thrilling as well.

Mmm yes, both great mid-80's horrors, even though they are seen as past his prime a tad, I wouldn't agree. I love them all up to Trauma (camp)

 

[tylerc]

Exorcist III has me in the mood for that cold, dark, city vibe so I'm watching Candyman. May have to get When a Stranger Calls Back and I, Madman on the itinerary.

 

[V3RYP05H]

Watched Dario Argento's Opera for the first time this week, all of the kills were really stellar and memorable. The ending and motive were a bit on the weaker side but still one of his better films - that peephole scene was really impressive.

That fucking ending nn.

Absolutely HATED the midnight showing I saw of it at this theater here. One fucking asshole wouldn’t stop making fun of the movie and the crowd indulged him.

 

[Steve003]

I re-watched Revenge because I'm still obsessed with The Substance. Great film overall but I still struggle with the pacing. Very sluggish. The Substance is like a half hour longer yet flies by for me. Still it's so well directed by legend Coralie Fargeat, the score is incredible, the cinematography, the performances, the cringe inducing practical gore effects(that fucking foot scene!) and that EXTENSIVE male nudity was the cherry on top.

Also those earrings are everything. The way the pink popped in the dark ass night scenes!

 

[Hudvar]

Nothing on the eventual poster, but interesting to see more of the cropped photos they used.

Reminds me of Flatliners.

 

[V3RYP05H]

That poster is the sole time I found Michael Rosenbaum really attractive and I’m still baffled as to why.

 

[Hudvar]

That poster is the sole time I found Michael Rosenbaum really attractive and I’m still baffled as to why.

Same though. Angles? Lighting? He's sexier on the poster than in the film.

 

[V3RYP05H]

Same though. Angles? Lighting? He's sexier on the poster than in the film.

Right! Everything came together. I wonder if there’s an unedited shot from that shoot out there.

 

[Kneehigh Girl]

I re-watched Revenge because I'm still obsessed with The Substance. Great film overall but I still struggle with the pacing. Very sluggish. The Substance is like a half hour longer yet flies by for me. Still it's so well directed by legend Coralie Fargeat, the score is incredible, the cinematography, the performances, the cringe inducing practical gore effects(that fucking foot scene!) and that EXTENSIVE male nudity was the cherry on top.

Also those earrings are everything. The way the pink popped in the dark ass night scenes!

The first thing I think of when I think of Revenge is that foot scene, and it makes my right foot hurt. Every time.