1978

5 Faves: Films of 1978

1. Deer Hunter, The 2. Invasion Of The Body Snatchers 3. Halloween 4. Dawn Of The Dead 5. Superman Just Missed The Cut: Death On The Nile, Heaven Can Wait, The Lord Of The Rings, Midnight Express, Watership Down Need To See: Attack Of The Killer Tomatoes, The Boys From Brazil, Magic, National Lampoon’s Animal …

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Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1978) – Quickie Review: 31 Nights Of Horror – Day 17 / Film #1

How’d I go this long without seeing this film? I love how there’s no exposition at the beginning. It just jumps right into the story and characters are already figuring out the issue and you’re just watching it all unfold. Great score, great cast, great script. Wonderful cinematography, there are some crazy angles in this …

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Halloween (1978) – Quickie Review: 31 Nights Of Horror – Day 15 / Film #6

I know this movie is an annual religion to some people, but this is only my second time seeing it and first in well over 20 years. This movie is just a clinic of building suspense and a prime example of less is more. It hits all the right notes for a slasher flick and …

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Patrick (1978) – Quickie Review: 31 Nights Of Horror – Day 6 / Film #1

A comatose patient falls for his new nurse and when he’s overcome with jealously about her personal life, his psychokinetic powers take over. A part of the Ozploitation movement of the 1970s, this low-key psychological horror really packs a punch. A nice little gem if you can find it.

I Spit On Your Grave – Quickie Review

Disturbing ’70s exploitation revenge flick. Not for the weak stomached, not for everyone. It knows what it is, and it makes no apologies. Not meant for multiple viewings.