Netflix #15 – The Descent – Suggested by Brett and digkv
Wow. This was one scary effing movie. I was leaning forward in complete shock for most of it. I think the worst of it were the claustrophobic moments when they were crawling through these ridiculously tiny tunnels in the rock. One of my biggest fears is getting stuck in tight a place, so I’d say these moments were even scarier than the later scenes where they met the real villains of the movie. My only complaint was that it was hard to tell who was who, especially in the dark cave scenes. Plus it doesn’t help that all white people look alike.
Netflix #16 – Young Frankenstein – Suggested by Jere
I know this is one of those “How have you not seen that yet?” movies, because seriously, how have I not seen this yet? It was really great. It displayed great respect for the source material while still managing to completely make fun of it. Why don’t they make spoof movies like this anymore? Why must all spoof movies these days include idiotic pop culture references that have nothing to do with the genre they’re spoofing? And why must they always include a break dancing scene? Is break dancing funny?
Keep those recommendations coming!
The Descent was one of those films that I’d never heard of, but a buddy of mine dragged me to the theatre to see. Blown away. Incredibly tense. And the filmography was great — super claustrophobic.
Were you able to catch The Mist? It’s one of those films where the situation becomes a background to a study on the human condition. And it has a truly phenomenal ending.
And, yeah, Young Frankenstein is still damn funny even after all these years.
I’m not exactly sure if it would be available on Netflix, but I saw a really good movie called The History Boys. You might want to check it out.
I have yet to see the Descent, but I’ve heard mixed things about it. Young Frankenstein is an amazing movie..Its about time! After all these years its still one of the funniest movies of all time! Taffeta darling…Taffeta
I haven’t seen The Descent yet, but I definitely want to.
I’m glad you liked Young Frankenstein. You tend to hate all of the classics and cult favorites.
I do?
Doesn’t my love of the movie “Wet Hot American Summer†get me any street cred?
Yay, Decent! Such a great movie.
And yes, “Wet Hot American Summer” gets you plenty of street cred… Ok not street cred. Can’t figure out what kind of cred, but you get cred.
I need caffeine.
Hooray! Two movies we agree on! YF is freakin’ hilarious. “Ovaltine?”
I think the difference between today’s reference movies and the earlier Mel Brooks-type spoofs is that yesterday’s movie makers assumed that people had a broader cultural frame of reference. You can enjoy Young Frankenstein more if you are somewhat familiar with Fred Astaire, the Marx Brothers, vaudeville history, and 30′s/40′s music. The spoof movies of today (as far as I can tell from the trailers; they all look so stupid) can’t get past what’s currently on TV. Certainly nothing more than a decade old. Plus it helps if you have such a genuine talent that you can go lowbrow in a way that everyone enjoys. Jimmy, to “Taffeta darling, Taffeta”, I might add: “‘What knockers!’ ‘Why, thank you…’”. And of course “‘Walk this way. No, this way…’”. Such a great movie.
I wish that every time someone mentioned my name, horses would make disturbing noises.
Also, it’s too late for Teach Me Tuesday, but Snopes has a great article about a common misconception regarding that gag: http://www.snopes.com/movies/films/blucher.asp
I have a recommendation for you, Misery! Starring Kathy Bates and James Caan. Its a must see and one of my all time favorite movies! Kathy Bates won an oscar for it..Enjoy
All this talk about Stephen King movies (Misery and The Mist) made me realize that you should check out The Stand. Granted it’s 6 hours long, but so worth it. It’s got Molly Ringwald and Rob Lowe, what more do you need.
Good call, Andy. Though the book is far more amazing than any screen adaptation could be, The Stand as a mini-series was darn good.
I’m glad you liked “the Descent” it really was scary. Right now I can’t think of any other movies that you need to see, that is of course, if you’ve failed to see any my favorite movies of all time: Rocky Horror Picture Show, GATTACA, and Vertigo. Though I’m sure you’ve seen at least one of those.
I’ve never seen Rocky Horror Picture Show.
I didn’t care for GATTACA, but I might just need to see it again, because it seems like one I would like. Maybe I was just in a bad mood when I saw it.
I’ve seen Vertigo and genuinely didn’t like it.
I’m still recommending the following
Harold and Maude
Amadeus
Ghostworld
Some Like it Hot
Murder by Death (w/ a weird cameo by Truman Capote)
Dang, I haven’t seen either (or most of the movies mentioned, it’s really sad), though I have been to Rocky Horror. I’m hoping, though, that you make more videos reenacting scenes from some of the movies you see (a la BladeRunner) — that was fabulous!
Have you ever seen “Trekkers”? I’m not even sure it’s on DVD — I saw it in the theaters when it came out (1999?) and was one of only two people in the entire theater.
Ohh yeah, do Rocky Horror Picture Show as well. You especially will get a kick out of it.
You should consider watching “Jawbreaker” with Rose McGowan, it’s a dark comedy. Pretty good in my opinion
Another good one is “Reality Bites” with Janeane Garofalo. HILARIOUS movie
Or you might like “Mermaids” with Winona Ryder, another dark comedy/drama. It’s one of my FAVES
I’m telling you mister! You should get The House of Yes!
C’mon who doesn’t like Parker Posey!!!
I would second the rec’s of Rocky Horror Picture Show (or better yet go see it in the city some weekend) and Harold and Maude then toss in for good measure Clue and Camp (great film). If you’re looking for more of a guilty pleasure, find someone with a copy of Cool As Ice (sadly not on dvd).
You HAVE to see Rocky Horror. I remember seeing it for the first time when I was 11 – going through my horror movie kick – thought it was a horror movie. I’m not going to get into my reaction at such a young age. I had to wait about five more years to understand what it was about.
Agree with Jimmie O, and I’ve pushed this movie often, you need to see The House of Yes. I’ve owned that movie on VHS for 10 years and still love it.
And Alex M’s reco of Jawbreaker – you have to see Heathers first. Not that they’re related, but Jawbreaker just tries to copy Heathers a bit, and Heathers is just amazing.
As much as I love House of Yes, I dont think Craig would like it just judging from his other reviews of movies. If you want to see the ultimate Parker Posey movie then you should watch Party Girl
You want a recommendation? A real one? One that provides material for writing a review you can really sink your teeth, or keyboard, or whatever, into?
Love Me If You Dare.
It’s French. Subtitles and everything. So people will think you’re all cultured and shit to boot.
Rocky Horror should really be experienced. It needs to be seen in a theater FULL of fans with all the accessories on a big screen, and not alone sitting in ones house watching it on TV. I’d say pass on renting it, and find someone to go with you to a showing in the city. Seriously, it’s 100 times better that way.
HUGS…
omg u should totally watch Across The Universe- its amazing
American History X and The Ten are pretty awesome too
Ha! All white people look alike. Even just reading your description is giving me a panic attack about tight places. And yes, someone was stalking Samantha Morton. I saw it on that little thing (what’s it called?) that scrolls at the bottom of E!, the only source for all my news. I instantly thought it was probably you.
I’ll second Murder by Death, as well as Clue both with all-star casts.
You may be interested in Pi a great little flick that may satisfy your geeky side.
Also check out Strangers on a Train. It’s and excellent Hitchcock film with a gay subtext great to watch with friends and make fun of.
And the 80′s holy trinity of Repoman, Big Trouble in Little China, and The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai. Cheers.
PS: the whole title for the movie Pi is Pi: Faith in Chaos.