Favorite Horror Movie # Four

It's an instant classic. Halloween has changed the past 7 years thanks to the first Saw. This year brings us (supposedly) the final of the series. The original stands out amongst the rest. We were first introduced to Jigsaw, nothing more than an ominous voice over a P.A. and of course a small wooden puppet. The great thing about this horror movie is that the villain never actually kills anybody. The fate is left to the victim alone. Of course it can be argued that death would be an eventual event given the circumstances. The characters are placed into "games". They have many choices to make mostly based on their moral fabric. Would you retrieve a key to the lock around your leg if it meant digging it out of the stomach of the guy in the cell with you? Perhaps you'd wait it out a bit. Sooner or later you'd have to choose. Maybe there's another option. Cut your own leg off? Maybe. I don't really do the spoiler thing. I'm a little bummed this is Halloween brings the last Saw ever but pretty psyched its in 3D. The whole series is intertwined into each previous movie. Anymore story lines and my head would probably explode from a "flashback attack". Its been a lot of fun though and even though I've basically been sold the same movie 6 more times I'd do it all over again. The original was great and its been a decent trip since. Saw reminds me of what Halloween is all about. Thats why its number four. 

P.S. Flashback Attack would make a great band name. If you're interested, hit me up.

Some Fan Art I Made Today.

This from the movie poster Evil Dead. Thanks for viewing.

Random Cool Horror Poster Day.

They just don't make 'em like they used to.

Favorite Horror Movie # Five

This movie has it all. I feel this is John Carpenter's best work. It's got a perfect setting for a horror movie, the Antarctic. The basic story is that a search and rescue team head to a research lab to find everyone dead. Something really bad happened. They find that an alien creature that can assimilate humans has taken over the station and paranoia becomes and overwhelming problem from everyone on site. Who do you trust? No one. The audience can only guess who is human and who is ready to change into a hideous alien and bite an arm off an unsuspecting victim. These were also the days before over the top CGI. The special effects are fantastic even by todays standards. When someone loses a head the alien parasite just becomes a human head creature with razor sharp teeth and spider-like legs. Here's a picture to help my lame description...

Cool, right?

 If I were to redo this list in a couple of years this movie would probably be higher (maybe # two) This time I'll have to settle on five because I got four more in mind that I can't deny this time around. The gore is great and creature effects are spectacular. If you're a fan of sci-fi horror go out and rent this right away. There's some old advice about keeping your friends close and your enemies closer. In this case, lock yourself up in a quiet place and don't open the door. Not even for your mom.

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Music- Levi Johnson's Blues- Ben Folds

Ben Folds (formerly of Ben Folds Five) collaborated with author Nick Hornby (High Fidelity, About a Boy). The result is Nick Hornby's words made into melodies by Mr. Folds. I recommend the entire album but first give a listen to, Levi Johnston's Blues. Direct quotes from Levi's MySpace page and some wry humor combine to make a catchy tune, dealing with teenage pregnancy and the troubles that come with being in the spotlight during a period that requires more subtlety.

Video Games- Red Dead Redemption

I have been playing this game for about a month and have to say its probably my favorite one of the year. I have always loved stories about the old west and this is a great chance to live it. Gunslingers, crooks, lawmen, and horses are only part of this enriching tale. You can literally travel for miles across a rich and detailed terrain, helping random strangers or robbing them at gunpoint. The choice is yours. Its gotta great story and the online multi-player will keep you entertained long after the game is over. If you've got hours of your life to spare I highly suggest this game.

Movies- A Nightmare on Elm Street 2010- on DVD/Blu-Ray

I know horror movies are a recurring theme on this here blog, but it is the season for horror. It wouldn't make any of my top 10 lists but its definitely worth seeing. If you liked the original then you should give this movie a chance. If you absolutely LOVED the original then expect to be a little disappointed. The story is basically the same. Freddy Krueger will kill you in a gruesome manner if you fall asleep. A few modern tricks are incorporated to assist the kids stay up. Red bull and an a.d.d med are used heavily. What makes this movie stand out is Jackie Earle Haley as Freddy. He's got the voice and sinister laugh to give Robert Englund a run for his razor-fingered glove. He's more scare and less goof. He's a great character actor and lived up to my expectations. Like I said, check it out for fun, not a great cinematic experience.

That's it for now. Thanks for reading this.

Someone's gonna get whooped.

There is actually no video for this just audio. I think its from a radio show. The woman is super pissed and its pretty funny.

Favorite Horror Movie # Six

A movie about torturing innocent people. This movie is not for the timid. It is dark and twisted but you don't have to be to enjoy this movie. If you sat through, "The Passion of the Christ" then this is actually a piece of cake. The idea is that tourists travelling through Europe are lured into hostels by attractive individuals and promised hard partying and promiscuity. Easily deceived by such promises, 3 young men follow pretty girls into the hostel only to later be drugged and taken to an unknown facility. There customers join an underground society that pays to kill hapless victims in the way their darkest desires can be met in whichever way they see fit. This is not one of my favorite horror movies because of the violence. It has a great story throughout and it keeps you on the edge of your seat hoping the guys somehow survive. It's also believable enough to make you feel a bit wary about stay when traveling abroad. For me the real horror is in the very intense events leading up to the violent acts. Really I enjoyed Hostel II a little better but this makes the list for its originality in the genre. So I'll sum this up with a little advice. If travelling through Europe and a bunch of hot girls tell you they've know of a great place to stay. Tell them you're already booked at the Marriott.

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