Quote of the Day – February 12, 2021

“How do you write women so well?” “I think of a man, and I take away reason and accountability.” I-take-away-reason-and-accountability

Quote of the Day – July 24, 2015

“People should not be afraid of their governments. Governments should be afraid of their people.”

Town That Dreaded Sundown, The (1976) – Quickie Review

The_Town_That_Dreaded_Sundown_8An ok horror flick inspired by actual events. It was also among the first slasher films. I remember seeing this movie on the rental shelf when I was a kid. Thanks to Scream Factory, I was finally able to see it. Decent death scenes, but the movie fails to build any sort of suspense since the narrator tells the viewer right at the beginning that the killer is still out there so you know he doesn’t get caught and that there will be no final showdown.

2half-stars

Nate’s 10 Words on Matilda

“I like that she can move things with her mind.”

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Quote of the Day – July 23, 2015

“Your death will be a tale to frighten children, to make lovers cling closer in their rapture. Come with me, and be immortal.”

Brain Donors – Quickie Review

brain-donors-1A very funny movie in the tradition of the Marx Brothers. John Turturro is fantastic in the Groucho inspired role. Rapid fire jokes and sight gags elevate this move. Not all jokes hit, but there are far more hits than misses. The opening credit sequence is awesome, but an obvious ploy to pad the running time.

3.5 stars

5 Faves: Films of 1990

dances1. Dances With Wolves
2. Goodfellas
3. Hunt For Red October, The
4. Total Recall
5. Nightbreed

Just Missed The Cut: Darkman, Dick Tracy, Edward Scissorhands, Miami Blues, Miller’s Crossing

Need To Watch: Awakenings, Cry-Baby, The Exorcist III, La Femme Nikita, White Hunter Black Heart

Comedy Hi-Lites: Back To The Future Part III, Cadillac Man, I Love You To Death, Pretty Woman, Quick Change

Horror Hi-Lites: Arachnophobia, Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, Jacob’s Ladder, Misery, Tremors

Quote of the Day – July 22, 2015

“What’s the matter? The CIA got you pushing too many pencils?”

Pumpkinhead – Quickie Review

pumpkinheadDirectorial debut for the late special effects master, Stan Winston. Creepy tone throughout, solid gore and unsurprisingly, great creature effects and design. Lance Henrikson is Lance Henrikson as always and that’s just how we like it.

Four stars

Quote of the Day – July 21, 2015

“I am the devil, and I am here to do the devil’s work.”

In The Line Of Fire – Quickie Review

in the lineExciting, fast-paced action-thriller from director Wolfgang Peterson. One of Eastwood’s best films and performances.  However, Malkovich steals the movie. Great ensemble overall.

4half-stars