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Peter G. (247 KP) rated Misery (1990) in Movies
Jun 24, 2019
This gripping and thrilling King adaptation became notorious for one of many gruesome scenes that gave rise to a new definition of the word Stalking.
It's quite Hitchcock like in its execution and the level of suspense is palpable and very dark, Bates chills to the bone as her character mutates from number 1 fan to absolute psycho. Edge of the seat viewing!
It's quite Hitchcock like in its execution and the level of suspense is palpable and very dark, Bates chills to the bone as her character mutates from number 1 fan to absolute psycho. Edge of the seat viewing!
Batman: I Am Suicide
Mikel Janin, Tom King, June Chung and Mitch Gerads
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Batman has always been crazy…but this? This is suicide! In order to retrieve Psycho-Pirate and...
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RəX Regent (349 KP) rated The Birds (1963) in Movies
Feb 25, 2019
Hitchcock at his best
1960 saw the release of Psycho, Hitchcock's signature work, but Psycho is not the only film that people think of when talking about his work. The Birds, made three years later, has a warm place in film fans hearts and a much larger fan base than people seem to think.
I know more people who dislike Psycho compared to those who like The Birds and I feel that this is most defiantly Alfred Hitchcock at his best. Rear Window and Vertigo are also up there but this film offers the right blend of shocks and a disturbing sense of dread, that makes it accessible by many, whilst still being fun to watch.
The birds have turned. Nature is taking her wrath upon man for a brief moment, but the sheer scale of the idea that nature could turn on us is a primally frightening concept. I do feel that this was the vain in which M. Night Shyamalan's dismal The Happening was attempting to tap into decades later, but Hitchcock got this right first time, for all time.
The effects are dated but their impact is still strong, as the ideas are so pronounced that there's little need to show anything. The acting is decent and the direction, though not as perfect as many would argue for Hitch, still doing the job well. This is a timeless and more accessible Hitchcock classic than Psycho, yet often dismissed and I wonder why?
Both films are clear genre pieces and are still being drawn from today. This is a textbook thriller with a natural twist and a dire tone. But the image of the crow massing on telegraph poles is a simple as it it frighting, just because it happens every day
I know more people who dislike Psycho compared to those who like The Birds and I feel that this is most defiantly Alfred Hitchcock at his best. Rear Window and Vertigo are also up there but this film offers the right blend of shocks and a disturbing sense of dread, that makes it accessible by many, whilst still being fun to watch.
The birds have turned. Nature is taking her wrath upon man for a brief moment, but the sheer scale of the idea that nature could turn on us is a primally frightening concept. I do feel that this was the vain in which M. Night Shyamalan's dismal The Happening was attempting to tap into decades later, but Hitchcock got this right first time, for all time.
The effects are dated but their impact is still strong, as the ideas are so pronounced that there's little need to show anything. The acting is decent and the direction, though not as perfect as many would argue for Hitch, still doing the job well. This is a timeless and more accessible Hitchcock classic than Psycho, yet often dismissed and I wonder why?
Both films are clear genre pieces and are still being drawn from today. This is a textbook thriller with a natural twist and a dire tone. But the image of the crow massing on telegraph poles is a simple as it it frighting, just because it happens every day
Leigh J (71 KP) rated American Psycho (2000) in Movies
Nov 10, 2019
Hip to be square... and psychotic?!
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Patrick Bateman has everything; a high rank Mergers and Acquisitions job at Pierce and Pierce, a gorgeous (expensive) Apartment, a beautiful Fiancee and an extremely active social life. But, he's psychotic, and, after a few cheeky murders of Co-Workers and complete strangers alike, is on the verge of snapping completely. This is his descent into madness...
Based on the Novel of the same name by Bret Easton Ellis; American Psycho is a very chic, bloodsplattered love letter to the '80s. I love the New Wave Soundtrack which complements the film perfectly; especially when paired with Music fan Bateman's own two cents about certain Bands and tracks. The Cast are absolutely amazing; I love how connected they are to each other yet also hopelessly disconnected because of their jobs and knowing so many people (for example, when Patrick says the name Ed Gein, one of his "friends" says "The maitre 'd at Canal Bar?") that Bateman can get away with murder because they swear he was having Dinner with them the night of the murder! One thing that really does stick out to me about American Psycho (and still bothers me to this very day) is the HUGE ambiguity, which will make some people scratch their heads and question everything. I like ambiguity and I think American Psycho makes it work, and definitely sparks a conversation, but some people hate the Movie for those moments. It doesn't detract from how wonderful the Movie is though, and American Psycho is a cinematic beauty that should be watched by everyone. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to return some Videotapes...
Based on the Novel of the same name by Bret Easton Ellis; American Psycho is a very chic, bloodsplattered love letter to the '80s. I love the New Wave Soundtrack which complements the film perfectly; especially when paired with Music fan Bateman's own two cents about certain Bands and tracks. The Cast are absolutely amazing; I love how connected they are to each other yet also hopelessly disconnected because of their jobs and knowing so many people (for example, when Patrick says the name Ed Gein, one of his "friends" says "The maitre 'd at Canal Bar?") that Bateman can get away with murder because they swear he was having Dinner with them the night of the murder! One thing that really does stick out to me about American Psycho (and still bothers me to this very day) is the HUGE ambiguity, which will make some people scratch their heads and question everything. I like ambiguity and I think American Psycho makes it work, and definitely sparks a conversation, but some people hate the Movie for those moments. It doesn't detract from how wonderful the Movie is though, and American Psycho is a cinematic beauty that should be watched by everyone. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to return some Videotapes...
Sam Bennett (32 KP) rated Bates Motel in TV
Aug 9, 2019
Freddie Highmore could not of picked a better norman bates, honestly think he is better than originals. (3 more)
Vera Farmiga. I'm not her greatest fan but in this she is beyond Brilliant. Her and Freddie work so well together.
Last 2 seasons oh my lord, I dont think my gob shut from shock!! No spoilers dont panic but when you watch it you will see.
Sheriff Romero! Well actually Nestor Carbonell those eyes! Everytime he is on screen you get lost in those eyes!
No more seasons 😭 (1 more)
Time setting is weird.
I have no words except Freddie Highmore!
A must watch even if you have never seen psycho!! This is a prior to psycho! Freddie Highmore is fantastic in this, he's stronger in each episode. The writing & production team couldn't of chosen anyone better for the role!
A Clinical Application of Bion's Concepts: Verbal and Visual Approaches to Reality: 3
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The final book in the three-volume series, A Clinical Application of Bion's Concepts - a practical...
Lee KM Pallatina (951 KP) rated Halloween (2018) in Movies
Jun 19, 2019
Trick or Treat
It's been 40 years since Michael Myers went psycho, killing his family on Halloween night, leaving only one survivor, his sister Laurie. Locked up in an institution, Myers manages to escape when his bus transfer goes horribly wrong.
Laurie knows it's only a matter of time before another showdown when word of Michael's Escape surface's - but this time, she's ready for him.
Laurie knows it's only a matter of time before another showdown when word of Michael's Escape surface's - but this time, she's ready for him.
Bruce Wagner recommended Naked Hollywood: Weegee in Los Angeles in Books (curated)
Kevin Phillipson (10017 KP) rated Sinister (2012) in Movies
Oct 24, 2021
Watched as part of my countdown to Halloween next weekend what makes a good scary movie doesn't always need gore or some psycho with a knife sometimes u can get with jump scares noises the unknown and this movie just uses that and it works effectively ethan hawke holds the movie together hopefully the sequel later in the weekend just to see what happens next
Kevin Phillipson (10017 KP) rated Mom and Dad (2018) in Movies
Feb 16, 2022
Nic cage (2 more)
Selma Blair
Anne winter
Watched today thought it was a bit on the silly and over the top plot parents turning on their children especially the one scene at the school where all the parents go psycho on their kids on school grounds. of course with nic cage doing his usual over the top acting it’s not bad little worth a rewatch