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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.

"GROOVY!"

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."

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No long, detailed, or extended review needed.

No words.

Honest to God an original classic.

Needs a new review.

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?"

Romero is free from any sort of a different, inferior, or contaminating flaw to film.

De Niro. The man is a god.

i think the review from john hartl from film.com particularly sums it up:

"anderson simply doesn't allow for dull moments, and his gifts for irony and showmanship are clearly appreciated by a collection of actors who have rarely been better."

an inconceivable sequel to yet be topped from where i stand

An underrated film. Potentially the greatest adaptation of a Stephen King novel thus far. This film has a word to surmise it, and that word is beautiful.

The cinematography in this film is undeniably stunning. The acting delivered from Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins is top-notch. A few very well thought up twists in this film. The supporting roles from Sadler, Gunton, and McManus were in tip top shape. How anyone could not see the wisdom in this film, I do not know.

The narration was heartfelt and genuine by Freeman, though mainly every narrartion he does is touching, it must be noted.

I'd recommend this for everyone to watch. Genuinely touching film. In my opinion, Frank Darabont's greatest film to date.

What a film. An amazing plot unraveled by an incredible role portrayed by Emile Hirsch. The only setback, in my opinion, was the film did seem to drag a bit. Very well portrayed roles by the entire cast. The first time I seen this film I thought it was very well done, yet now after watching it for a second time, I took in more of the impact this film honestly puts off and the message it sends. A wonderful adaptation from the novel. The vision behind this film is absolutely beautiful. Though everyone in the cast only had somewhat of a fraction of the film in their own, they helped pull this film together with an incredible journey led, again, by Hirsch who, isn't exactly one of my personal favourite actors, yet I thought he portrayed his role in a way that shows a lot of potential for his career, and a lot of range from the other roles I have watched him persue. Definitley a must see film.

Utterly brilliant fucking film. I literally began to cry at the end. A very hard and impacting role for Bacon, who others I know who have seen this film, do not view the same as an actor after watching this. De Niro, as usual portrayed a very well respected role, and although he was not one of the four up front main characters, I viewed him as a large reason this film was so well done. Yet, I would have to hand the most credit to Pitt and Patric. Although Bacon and De Niro developed the film along and gave more impacting roles, I feel the narraration from Patric, along with his role, and Pitt's role, were the particular reason I, myself, felt this film was so brilliant. A film that will stick with me from now until the end of my life. A brilliant plot that ended as incredible as it could have. Also, a well potrayed role for Hoffman and Driver. THe four actors at the beginning, especially Renfro, were absolutely top-notch. Their roles were potrayed with absolute impact and delivered a heartfelt performance. Another film I would recommend this for anyone.

a masterpiece, and a personal favourite film of all-time. in my opinion, hanks most brilliant of roles. as the film begins, you cannot forsee the beautiful aspects in what lies ahead. i feel robert zemeckis ultimately centered this film to work well around the plot, and kept it entertaining all the while. robin wright-penn also shows her talent in this film as her portrayl showed off a slightly impacting and inevitably sentimental feel, along with sinese who was undeniably the most eminent strength next to hanks. the film has a sentimental, yet aggressive feel to it in showing the determination in the character. an absolutely stunning and touching film. a film in which it is inevitable to say turned a character into an icon in the history of film. sally field, although a partial role, added to the film a genuine feel. in my opinion, this film is one of the dominant films in history and provides some of the most classic lines delivered.

Almost a beautful composition as "Goodfellas"

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.

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Substantial. A beautiful film.

Nicholson's best potrayl to date.

RIP Janis Joplin. 1943-1970.

From the incandescent and eminent mind of Martin Scorsese.

Not a huge, over the top, fan of Portman's, yet she was certainly wonderful opposite Reno and Oldman.

EXCELLENT!

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Meaningless, but hilarious.

nicholson and bates. uncanny.

Harrison Ford is the motherfucking man.

The original classic. Dan Akroyd in his primary film.

The most sincere, vital, and beatutiful acting I have yet to witness. Daniel Day-Lewis is a one-man masterpiece.