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Post by Nate on Oct 8, 2016 11:27:33 GMT -5
Smh what horror movies do you even like. Can't be such a hater when it comes to horror Yikes at being considered a horror hater JUST for disliking Blair Witch, which was garbage. I like numerous horror films such as: (these are the cliché ones) the descent, alien, aliens, psycho, Halloween (the original not the sh*tty 2007 version), REC, Rosemary's baby, the exorcist, the shinning...(these are my personal faves + underrated/unknown ones) audition, let the right one in, suspiria, kill baby kill, jacob's ladder, 28 days later, pulse (the good one/2001), noroi, lake mungo, a tale of two sisters, under the skin, the witch, evil dead 1&2, an american werewolf in london, Martin, eyes without a face, angst, the birds, the vanishing (1988/if anyone actually watched this film before...hmu), the orphanage, martyrs, the mist, possession... I mean you also said The Strangers is bad too which is v sus for a horror movie fan but I like ur lists To say Blair Witch was garbage is a little harsh tbh. I'm in no way saying it was a great movie, but it wasn't nearly as bad as reviews made it out to be. Blair Witch Project is one of the best horror movies of all time and I like how it stayed more true to the original format as opposed to the garbage that was Book of Secrets. |
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Post by Milk on Oct 8, 2016 11:33:17 GMT -5
Yikes at being considered a horror hater JUST for disliking Blair Witch, which was garbage. I like numerous horror films such as: (these are the cliché ones) the descent, alien, aliens, psycho, Halloween (the original not the sh*tty 2007 version), REC, Rosemary's baby, the exorcist, the shinning...(these are my personal faves + underrated/unknown ones) audition, let the right one in, suspiria, kill baby kill, jacob's ladder, 28 days later, pulse (the good one/2001), noroi, lake mungo, a tale of two sisters, under the skin, the witch, evil dead 1&2, an american werewolf in london, Martin, eyes without a face, angst, the birds, the vanishing (1988/if anyone actually watched this film before...hmu), the orphanage, martyrs, the mist, possession... I mean you also said The Strangers is bad too which is v sus for a horror movie fan but I like ur lists To say Blair Witch was garbage is a little harsh tbh. I'm in no way saying it was a great movie, but it wasn't nearly as bad as reviews made it out to be. Blair Witch Project is one of the best horror movies of all time and I like how it stayed more true to the original format as opposed to the garbage that was Book of Secrets. The strangers is really bad, it's worse than blair witch imo, it's so cheap and boring and full of clichés and dumb sh*t. Don't get the hype whatsoever. Well I am harsh, and going with the original format shouldn't mean copying the original film frame by frame, 90% of the film is just like the original, only difference is there are more dumbasses and more cameras to catch the stupidity in different angles. |
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Post by Nate on Oct 8, 2016 11:35:17 GMT -5
Also speaking of the Strangers...dis looks promising
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Post by Nate on Oct 8, 2016 11:45:25 GMT -5
I mean you also said The Strangers is bad too which is v sus for a horror movie fan but I like ur lists To say Blair Witch was garbage is a little harsh tbh. I'm in no way saying it was a great movie, but it wasn't nearly as bad as reviews made it out to be. Blair Witch Project is one of the best horror movies of all time and I like how it stayed more true to the original format as opposed to the garbage that was Book of Secrets. The strangers is really bad, it's worse than blair witch imo, it's so cheap and boring and full of clichés and dumb sh*t. Don't get the hype whatsoever. Well I am harsh, and going with the original format shouldn't mean copying the original film frame by frame, 90% of the film is just like the original, only difference is there are more dumbasses and more cameras to catch the stupidity in different angles. The Strangers is very unconventional horror because it's so realistic and plays on small moments that aren't forced to get huge jumps and screams by playing obnoxious music and having something pop out when you expect it to. It doesn't follow the typical horror movie sequence and it's brilliantly done. I personally really appreciate horror movies that don't go for the typical jump scares you expect, but have subtle moments that are so terrifying because they seem so real. The Strangers is the complete opposite of cliche to me. I can see how one could find it boring though I guess. My dad finds both The Blair Witch Project and The Strangers boring because he says nothing happens, but I find the movies without glamorized dramatic scares to be the best ones. |
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Post by Milk on Oct 8, 2016 11:52:23 GMT -5
The strangers is really bad, it's worse than blair witch imo, it's so cheap and boring and full of clichés and dumb sh*t. Don't get the hype whatsoever. Well I am harsh, and going with the original format shouldn't mean copying the original film frame by frame, 90% of the film is just like the original, only difference is there are more dumbasses and more cameras to catch the stupidity in different angles. The Strangers is very unconventional horror because it's so realistic and plays on small moments that aren't forced to get huge jumps and screams by playing obnoxious music and having something pop out when you expect it to. It doesn't follow the typical horror movie sequence and it's brilliantly done. I personally really appreciate horror movies that don't go for the typical jump scares you expect, but have subtle moments that are so terrifying because they seem so real. The Strangers is the complete opposite of cliche to me. I can see how one could find it boring though I guess. My dad finds both The Blair Witch Project and The Strangers boring because he says nothing happens, but I find the movies without glamorized dramatic scares to be the best ones. |
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Post by Nate on Oct 8, 2016 12:00:25 GMT -5
The Strangers is very unconventional horror because it's so realistic and plays on small moments that aren't forced to get huge jumps and screams by playing obnoxious music and having something pop out when you expect it to. It doesn't follow the typical horror movie sequence and it's brilliantly done. I personally really appreciate horror movies that don't go for the typical jump scares you expect, but have subtle moments that are so terrifying because they seem so real. The Strangers is the complete opposite of cliche to me. I can see how one could find it boring though I guess. My dad finds both The Blair Witch Project and The Strangers boring because he says nothing happens, but I find the movies without glamorized dramatic scares to be the best ones. Couldn't listen to much of it because the whiny voice got to be too much, but seems like he's just complaining about every single detail for no reason except to be "funny" |
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Post by Milk on Oct 8, 2016 12:04:57 GMT -5
Couldn't listen to much of it because the whiny voice got to be too much, but seems like he's just complaining about every single detail for no reason except to be "funny" Listen to the whole thing. He brings up every cliché and dumb decision that the characters make in this so called unconventional horror film. |
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Post by Nate on Oct 8, 2016 12:22:00 GMT -5
He doesn't seem to understand that it's not the plot moments that are unconventionally done but it's how they are done. Yeah, tapping on someone's shoulder and not being there is cliche, so is going outside, blah blah but that's every single horror movie, especially one that is about being harassed by masked murderers. The filmmaker's intention is clearly to be cliche to an extent in that sense, because cliches are cliches for a reason. This movie isn't about the wow factor, it's about things that happen to people all the time(which could be called cliches) and could happen to the viewer themselves. That along with the sound and cinematography is what makes the movie terrifying, especially compared to the very distastefully done horror movies from its era that solely relies on actual cliche jump scares without any other redeeming qualities.
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Post by Milk on Oct 8, 2016 12:33:50 GMT -5
He doesn't seem to understand that it's not the plot moments that are unconventionally done but it's how they are done. Yeah, tapping on someone's shoulder and not being there is cliche, so is going outside, blah blah but that's every single horror movie, especially one that is about being harassed by masked murderers. The filmmaker's intention is clearly to be cliche to an extent in that sense, because cliches are cliches for a reason. This movie isn't about the wow factor, it's about things that happen to people all the time(which could be called cliches) and could happen to the viewer themselves. That along with the sound and cinematography is what makes the movie terrifying, especially compared to the very distastefully done horror movies from its era that solely relies on actual cliche jump scares without any other redeeming qualities. You can like the film all you want, I won't take that away from you, I'm glad the film made someone satisfied at the end of the day. But you can't call this film realistic and not cliched when it's clearly far from that. I don't think the events that occurred in the film are realistic whatsoever...what's the point in walking behind someone as if you're gonna kill them then when they turn around or the camera angle changes they disappear, how is that realistic ? When did this ever happen irl ? The victims themselves aren't aware of your existence behind them so what exactly is the point in doing all that extra stuff, and this happens numerous times during the movie. And please...what cinematography ? the film was shot at a house...where's the cinematography ? What shot grabbed your attention and made you think about "cinematography" ? I still don't see how this film is scary though, even the jumpscares were expected. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 9, 2016 3:20:01 GMT -5
What Nates trying to say is the scary aspect of this movie is that it can happen in real life rather than the cliche nightmare on elm street fictional horror.
I love NOES by the way, just saying
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Post by Milk on Oct 9, 2016 8:43:28 GMT -5
What Nates trying to say is the scary aspect of this movie is that it can happen in real life rather than the cliche nightmare on elm street fictional horror. I love NOES by the way, just saying No, what happens in the film can't happen in real life. Imagine a real life situation where a bunch of masked killers walk up behind someone, intending to kill them and as soon as he/she turn around they run to a hiding spot. What life are you living to think that this is realistic... |
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Post by Nate on Oct 9, 2016 10:37:34 GMT -5
What Nates trying to say is the scary aspect of this movie is that it can happen in real life rather than the cliche nightmare on elm street fictional horror. I love NOES by the way, just saying No, what happens in the film can't happen in real life. Imagine a real life situation where a bunch of masked killers walk up behind someone, intending to kill them and as soon as he/she turn around they run to a hiding spot. What life are you living to think that this is realistic... You must not watch or read about much true crime. People do f*cked up things all the time. One of the inspirations for the film was the Manson murders. I'm not saying those exact things have happened but it's definitely not out of realm of possibility based on what has happened in real life before lol Also the cinematography is very good for a horror movie. A lot of wide angle shots especially the scene where she's standing near the kitchen and one of the killers is just standing in the hallway but it's not focused on at all, which is my favorite scene. Also they use a subtle shaky camera style which is nice as well. |
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Post by Milk on Oct 9, 2016 11:19:30 GMT -5
No, what happens in the film can't happen in real life. Imagine a real life situation where a bunch of masked killers walk up behind someone, intending to kill them and as soon as he/she turn around they run to a hiding spot. What life are you living to think that this is realistic... You must not watch or read about much true crime. People do f*cked up things all the time. One of the inspirations for the film was the Manson murders. I'm not saying those exact things have happened but it's definitely not out of realm of possibility based on what has happened in real life before lol Also the cinematography is very good for a horror movie. A lot of wide angle shots especially the scene where she's standing near the kitchen and one of the killers is just standing in the hallway but it's not focused on at all, which is my favorite scene. Also they use a subtle shaky camera style which is nice as well. Ok but you're still dodging the question lol. Is it realistic for a bunch of killers to literally run their asses off as soon as the person they're going after turns around ? Mind you, that person didn't even realise their existence, mind you, these "killers" don't have super speed they're normal which means THEY LITERALLY RUN FAST AS HELL to reach a hiding spot in a matter of milliseconds. Is it realistic for a random dude to come by his friends's house, and not call the police after seeing the entire damage that was done to the home ? He f*cking walks in to the house quite as hell and doesn't call out for his friend's name or make any noise whatsoever...may I ask again, is that behaviour considered realistic ? The characters behaviour is incredibly stupid, you can't argue that. Like BIG LOL at you for trying to counter back what I said by bringing up true crime stories... You can like the film as much as you want no one cares, but you can't sit here and attempt to argue that the film is realistic and original. And lol at the cinematography being good just because there are wide angle shots and shaky camera....that's like every other horror film. |
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Post by Nate on Oct 9, 2016 11:23:00 GMT -5
Everything I've said is just being completely disagreed with at this point so I'll just call it a day on this debate lmao
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Post by 202mitch on Oct 10, 2016 21:00:49 GMT -5
lol @ the strangers argument being brought up again. just ignore milk/df... he's in the minority so like is there any point? a haters gonna hate.
anyways, i've been slacking on my horror-a-day marathon! Oh well... i'll just try to watch a bunch of them this october and if i miss a few days, so what haha
October
1 - Suspiria & The Ring
2 - The Others
3 - The Sixth Sense & Lights Out
4 - Don't Look Now
5 - 1408
8 - (not a horror movie, but mystery/thriller) The Girl on the Train
10 - Creep (2004) & Psycho (1998)
also question: What should i watch next? See No Evil (1971) or The Wicker Man (1973)... i'm leaning more towards See No Evil atm
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Post by Ty on Oct 11, 2016 17:04:24 GMT -5
"Oh my god there's a bang at the door"
That YMS video always gets me!
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Post by Nate on May 3, 2017 19:30:48 GMT -5
Y'all this sh*t looks lit
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