Favourite Horror/Suspense/Mystery films (In Progress)

The horror film of all horror films. All aspects of this film are undeniably perfect. From the lines of the actors, to the characters they portray, and finally to the plot. This film has turned a character into a legendary icon. Donald Pleasence and Curtis are incredibly dialed in with their roles in this film. Curtis definitely was top-notch, and portrayed the greatest role of her career as far as I'm concerned. She definitely earned the title of "Scream Queen" through this film.


After this, the series was not as well done, yet the entire series is potentially one of the greatest horror series of all-time. My hat goes off to Carpenter for this film. In my opinion, and for myself, this is Carpenter's greatest film. Of course, though, there are still a few greats of his I have not seen. Definitely a must see for anyone who is a horror film buff. It is a sort of different view when it comes to the horror genre. When I compare this film to some other horror films I have seen, the others seem a bit dreadful after watching this. I would absolutely recommend this.

An honest classic film. The "crème de la crème" of it's genre. An utterly brilliant film for Hitchcock. Janet Leigh is undeniably dialed in with her character. Leigh portrays Marion Crane, supported by the brilliant Anthony Perkins, as the legendary icon, Norman Bates. An incredible adaptation of the novel. The scene with Perkins dressed as his mother, Norma, when he enters to stab Vera Miles, Crane's sister, is so unbelievably frightening, along with Janet Leigh in the shower scene.

My personal favourite of Hitchcock films to date. It introduced the horror genre in a whole other way. The suspense and camera usage in this film is brilliant. Although, there were sequels made after this, it did not take away any value from this film. What is there to prove that this film is undeniably successful, is the fact that if you have not already seen the film you are somehow already dialed in with the characters and plot in itself, knowing the story and character Norman Bates, who in my opinion, is another horror legendary icon.

Some of the most classic lines in this film, also. Brilliant, undeniably brilliant.




"She just goes a little mad sometimes. We all go a little mad sometimes. Haven't you?"

"GROOVY!"

Needs a new review.

By far my personal favurite of all zombie films. George A. Romero is an utterly brilliant man.

Romero has fucking impeccable taste.

Prior to watching this film, I had no idea it would turn out to be, currently, one of my all-time greatest. De Niro, again, is brilliant as psychopath Max Cady. This may be the single film I will have the ability to stand Nolte in. I actually have a new found respect for Jessica Lange for her role in this film. I thought her role was completed with the utmost dramatic ability without completely going overboard. As usual, I did not view Juliette Lewis as anything that was absolutely vital to this film, yet she did give a very well rounded effort towards her character.

There is no denying that, again, the essential part of this film is De Niro's portrayal of Cady. Definitely a tip top psychopathic role I've seen in a long while. Along with a well done in-depth look of the extent things can be carried to when it comes to a deranged human being. An absolute recommendation for all.

Nicholson shows what insanity honestly is, giving the film a thrill in which, I feel, no other actor could have portrayed to that extent. Also, showing a side of frightening humor I don't think anyone will ever witness again. Shelly Duvall also gives an incredible performance, along with Danny Lloyd. I recall someone buying this film, yet it was the newer adaptation from 1997, which was absolutely terrible compared to this film, in my opinion.



Some of the most demented, yet oddly funny lines to live on from this film. I was afraid of this film until I was literally 17, I think. Kubrick is an undeniably brilliant director. I am a fan of Stephen King, yet completely changing the adaptation of the novel was an utterly brilliant move on Kubrick's part and proves why this film turned out so well. The part of this film when the twins show up in the hallway is the most terrifyingly thrilling part of any film I have seen to date.



"REDRUM. REDRUM. REDRUM."

It had been a while since I had seen this film and rated it off of what I felt at the time, yet I recentely watched it again and realized I had not given it enough credit. The film is definitely not as well done as the first in terms of how everythign was introduced, which is what I thought made the first film. Donald Pleasance was in this film more than the first and the scences were a bit more suspensful which I thought gave the film more of an appeal. Curtis was brilliant, as usual, and now that I have watched it again, I don't know if I honestly thought her role in this film or it's predecessor was better. As I said prior to this, it was the fact of how strong she was introudced in the first film and the role she portrayed, yet I think her acting in this film was a bit greater than the first. The scene where Loomis blows up the hospital room was classic, and the fact that Myers walked out of it reeled it further. Nancy Stephens, always a pleasure to watch in the series. If you have watched Halloween, you must see this film, a brilliant way of continuing the plot and than introudcing the twist of Michael being Laurie's brother. Wise and very interesting choice, John.

As far as the Halloween film series goes, this is more transistional.

RAIMI IS A GODSEND.


though, this is my least favourite of the series.

After I watch this film, after a while, I have to admit it is the scariest a film gets for myself, personally.

Kelly and Milland are brilliant. A few undeniably well thought up plot points. Another score for Hitch.

Review coming soon.

terrifyingly sick. i find myself up and out of my seat every single time i watch this film.

i am not a huge fan of dee wallace, but i wil say she did give this film it's edge, along with ed lauter.

if you are a fan of stephen king, this is a must see. definitely one of his greatest adaptations.

I would say after Halloween, and Halloween II, and H2O this is my personal favourite of the series.

This film scares the shit out of me.

My favourite role delivered from Pitt.

What a cast. Incredible film.

No matter what the series films are all good, yet this is at the bottom of the list.