I agree with “Shotzi.” I would love a quote feature; one in which we can choose a famous quote, or write our own. I’d also like to see more post-war movies within the library. Being a “theatre nut,” I’d like to see the film versions of “A Streetcar Named Desire,” “The Glass Menagerie,” and “A Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.”
Thanks for the list. I’m intrigued by “In a Glass Cage” and “Taxedermia.” While I was fascinated by “Funny Games,” it also rattled me. I’m interested in seeing the 1990’s version!
If you like “The Cat and the Canary,” you would probably like Crane Wilbur’s “The Bat” (1959) starring Vincent Price and Agnes Moorehead. A hybrid genre of horror and comedy. You may also dig Roger Corman’s “A Bucket of Blood” (1959).
Being a fan of Psychotronic Films, I had heard of “A Bucket of Blood.” Unfortunately, I hadn’t seen it until I found a copy for sale in a Wal-mart bin! I think I paid around $1.50 for it, and I watch it regularly! If you, or anyone else out there, is into comedy/horror films, I just finished watching “Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla” (1952). This is probably the “cheesiest” film I’ve ever sat through . . . and I will probably treasure it forever!
I was also incredibly impressed with Lisa Kudrow’s performance in “Wonderland” (2003). She plays John Holmes’ estranged wife, and I thought her performance was awesome!
I also have to agree with Shotzi! I, too, loved Martin Short in “Clifford”!
These are some great lists. I know if doesn’t fall into the typical horror genre, but I would love to see “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” (1966) included as well.
“Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?”
“Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte”
“The House on Haunted Hill” (original)
Just a note to all horror/psychotronic fans out there: the Criterion has added Brian De Palma’s “Sisters!” I hope they include De Palma’s “The Phantom of the Paradise” and “Carrie!”
I already put this on another thread, but I’ll include it here as well – Just a note to all horror/psychotronic fans out there: the Criterion has added Brian De Palma’s “Sisters!” I hope they include De Palma’s “The Phantom of the Paradise” and “Carrie!”
Excellent villians listed! For me, I gotta give the “Best Villian Award” to Ruth Gordon as Minnie Castevet in “Rosemary’s Baby.” Nothing is creepier than to have someone be kind and charming, and then find out they are using you to bring the Antichrist into the world!
I read “Dorian Gray” in high school and loved it! If I remember correctly, the book is pretty slow until about halfway through. Then, it picks up and really gets good. Believe me, the best is yet to come!
I just finished watching “The Honeymoon Killers!” I had heard of this film, but never got a chance to watch it. If you have time, and dig low-budget horror films like I do, I strongly recommend it!
I just finished watching “The Honeymoon Killers!” I had heard of this film, but never got a chance to watch it. If you have time, and dig low-budget horror films like I do, I strongly recommend it!
It takes alot, and I mean ALOT, for me to leave a movie. If I pay my money to see something, I will usually sit through it just to say I did. The only film I every walked out on was “Champagnegalopp” (1975), which was billed at the time as “Tickled Pink.” I went with a group of friends, mostly women. We were so embarrased by the blatant sexuality that we left about half way through!
Roald Dahl’s “The Twits” directed by Tim Burton.
Ursula Cutiss’ “The Forbidden Garden” directed by M. Night Shyamalan. (This book was made into a movie in 1969 entitled “What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?” I’ve always thought that, handled correctly, this story could have a surprise twist at the end!)
I have always been a huge fan of “pychotronic” films. For those who may not be familiar with that term, “pychotronic” is a film genre made up of horror films, spaghetti westerns, low-budget independent features, and exploitation films. Usually, these are films that were panned by critics, but have found a place in the hearts of B-movie lovers like myself.
Are they any others “psychotronic” fans out there? Anyone else who was excited when the Criterion included “The Blob,” “The Honeymoon Killers,” and “Sisters?” And if so, what are your favorite “psychotronic” films?
Tim Burton’s “Big Fish” (2003)
Massimo Pupillo’s "Bloody Pit of Horror” (1965)
Roger Corman’s “A Bucket of Blood” (1959)
Brian De Palma’s “Carrie” (1976)
Danny DeVito’s “Duplex” (2003)
Tim Burton’s "Ed Wood” (1994)
Tom Gries’ “Helter Skelter” (1976)
John McNaughton’s “Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer” (1986)
Roger Corman’s “Little Shop of Horrors” (1960)
Kevin Connor’s “Motel Hell” (1980)
Brian De Palma’s “Phantom of the Paradise” (1974)
Lee H. Katzin’s “What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?” (1969)
Robert Aldrich’s “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?” (1962)
James Cox’s “Wonderland” (2003)
I’m sure I will be adding to this list in the future!
Except for the whole cross-dressing thing, I can really identify with Johnny Depp’s character of Ed Wood from “Ed Wood” (1994). I have always seemed to attract, and work well with, odd people.
Help make The Auteurs totally awesome over 3 years ago
I agree with “Shotzi.” I would love a quote feature; one in which we can choose a famous quote, or write our own. I’d also like to see more post-war movies within the library. Being a “theatre nut,” I’d like to see the film versions of “A Streetcar Named Desire,” “The Glass Menagerie,” and “A Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.”
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movies that shake you to the core over 3 years ago
Dear Alanedit:
Thanks for the list. I’m intrigued by “In a Glass Cage” and “Taxedermia.” While I was fascinated by “Funny Games,” it also rattled me. I’m interested in seeing the 1990’s version!
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the old dark house over 3 years ago
Dear Cole:
If you like “The Cat and the Canary,” you would probably like Crane Wilbur’s “The Bat” (1959) starring Vincent Price and Agnes Moorehead. A hybrid genre of horror and comedy. You may also dig Roger Corman’s “A Bucket of Blood” (1959).
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the old dark house over 3 years ago
Dear Campbell:
Being a fan of Psychotronic Films, I had heard of “A Bucket of Blood.” Unfortunately, I hadn’t seen it until I found a copy for sale in a Wal-mart bin! I think I paid around $1.50 for it, and I watch it regularly! If you, or anyone else out there, is into comedy/horror films, I just finished watching “Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla” (1952). This is probably the “cheesiest” film I’ve ever sat through . . . and I will probably treasure it forever!
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Top performances of all time. over 3 years ago
Bette Davis/Joan Crawford – “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?”
Ruth Gordon/Sidney Blackmer – “Rosemary’s Baby”
Gloria Swanson – “Sunset Boulevard”
Anthony Perkins – “Psycho”
I was also incredibly impressed with Lisa Kudrow’s performance in “Wonderland” (2003). She plays John Holmes’ estranged wife, and I thought her performance was awesome!
I also have to agree with Shotzi! I, too, loved Martin Short in “Clifford”!
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Howzabout Some Horror on Criterion? over 3 years ago
These are some great lists. I know if doesn’t fall into the typical horror genre, but I would love to see “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” (1966) included as well.
“Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?”
“Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte”
“The House on Haunted Hill” (original)
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movies that shake you to the core over 3 years ago
“Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer” (1986) Pretty creepy!
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movies that shake you to the core over 3 years ago
Oops!
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Howzabout Some Horror on Criterion? over 3 years ago
I agree with you, Adam. I would love to see “Henry” included!
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Howzabout Some Horror on Criterion? over 3 years ago
Just a note to all horror/psychotronic fans out there: the Criterion has added Brian De Palma’s “Sisters!” I hope they include De Palma’s “The Phantom of the Paradise” and “Carrie!”
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the old dark house over 3 years ago
I already put this on another thread, but I’ll include it here as well – Just a note to all horror/psychotronic fans out there: the Criterion has added Brian De Palma’s “Sisters!” I hope they include De Palma’s “The Phantom of the Paradise” and “Carrie!”
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Howzabout Some Horror on Criterion? over 3 years ago
Dear Adam Griswold:
I’m familiar with all of the films on your list except “Cannibal Holocaust.” Is it any good?
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Howzabout Some Horror on Criterion? over 3 years ago
Dear Adam Griswold:
Wow! Sounds interesting. I’ll have to check it out.
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Here it is... Top 10 films of all time? over 3 years ago
Please realize that my taste in films in very unusual. I’m sure no one else on the Auteurs will agree with me:)
1) “Big Fish” (2003)
2) “Bloody Pit of Horror” (1965)
3) “Bucket of Blood” (1959)
4) “Duplex” (2003)
5) “Ed Wood” (1994)
6) “Foul Play” (1978)
7) “Little Shop of Horrors” (1960)
8) “Psycho” (1960)
9) “Rosemary’s Baby” (1968)
10) “Wonderland” (2003)
See? I told you; I have warped tastes!
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Books over 3 years ago
I recently finished Jules Feiffer’s play “Little Murders.” Very satirical and political; but showed an extremely exaggerated version of urban life.
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the old dark house over 3 years ago
Dear Cole:
“The Haunted Castle?” Sounds awesome! I’ll keep my eyes open for it! Thanks for the “heads up!”
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Most Memorable Villain over 3 years ago
Excellent villians listed! For me, I gotta give the “Best Villian Award” to Ruth Gordon as Minnie Castevet in “Rosemary’s Baby.” Nothing is creepier than to have someone be kind and charming, and then find out they are using you to bring the Antichrist into the world!
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the old dark house over 3 years ago
Dear Harry:
Wow! I had no idea that “The Bat” was a remake. I’ll check out both versions. Thanks!
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Books over 3 years ago
Dear Ron:
I read “Dorian Gray” in high school and loved it! If I remember correctly, the book is pretty slow until about halfway through. Then, it picks up and really gets good. Believe me, the best is yet to come!
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Books over 3 years ago
I just started reading Terrence Rattigan’s play “The Browning Version” after reading about Anthony Asquith’s film adaptation on this website.
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Howzabout Some Horror on Criterion? over 3 years ago
To All:
I just finished watching “The Honeymoon Killers!” I had heard of this film, but never got a chance to watch it. If you have time, and dig low-budget horror films like I do, I strongly recommend it!
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the old dark house over 3 years ago
To All:
I just finished watching “The Honeymoon Killers!” I had heard of this film, but never got a chance to watch it. If you have time, and dig low-budget horror films like I do, I strongly recommend it!
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Which Movies Have You Walked Out On? over 3 years ago
It takes alot, and I mean ALOT, for me to leave a movie. If I pay my money to see something, I will usually sit through it just to say I did. The only film I every walked out on was “Champagnegalopp” (1975), which was billed at the time as “Tickled Pink.” I went with a group of friends, mostly women. We were so embarrased by the blatant sexuality that we left about half way through!
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You choose the book to make into a film. Then choose the director. Go! over 3 years ago
Roald Dahl’s “The Twits” directed by Tim Burton.
Ursula Cutiss’ “The Forbidden Garden” directed by M. Night Shyamalan. (This book was made into a movie in 1969 entitled “What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?” I’ve always thought that, handled correctly, this story could have a surprise twist at the end!)
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Last movie you saw and rate it over 3 years ago
I just watched “Deep Crimson.” I loved it! 10/10.
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Your Favorite Pychotronic Films over 3 years ago
I have always been a huge fan of “pychotronic” films. For those who may not be familiar with that term, “pychotronic” is a film genre made up of horror films, spaghetti westerns, low-budget independent features, and exploitation films. Usually, these are films that were panned by critics, but have found a place in the hearts of B-movie lovers like myself.
Are they any others “psychotronic” fans out there? Anyone else who was excited when the Criterion included “The Blob,” “The Honeymoon Killers,” and “Sisters?” And if so, what are your favorite “psychotronic” films?
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WHAT FILMS NEED THE TREATMENT? over 3 years ago
Here’s what I’d like to see added:
Tim Burton’s “Big Fish” (2003)
Massimo Pupillo’s "Bloody Pit of Horror” (1965)
Roger Corman’s “A Bucket of Blood” (1959)
Brian De Palma’s “Carrie” (1976)
Danny DeVito’s “Duplex” (2003)
Tim Burton’s "Ed Wood” (1994)
Tom Gries’ “Helter Skelter” (1976)
John McNaughton’s “Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer” (1986)
Roger Corman’s “Little Shop of Horrors” (1960)
Kevin Connor’s “Motel Hell” (1980)
Brian De Palma’s “Phantom of the Paradise” (1974)
Lee H. Katzin’s “What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?” (1969)
Robert Aldrich’s “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?” (1962)
James Cox’s “Wonderland” (2003)
I’m sure I will be adding to this list in the future!
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Your Favorite Pychotronic Films over 3 years ago
Dear Eraserhead:
I think you and I would get along very well! The lower budget, the better!
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A Character Just Like You over 3 years ago
Except for the whole cross-dressing thing, I can really identify with Johnny Depp’s character of Ed Wood from “Ed Wood” (1994). I have always seemed to attract, and work well with, odd people.
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A List of Good Repertory/Specialty Theatres in Your Various Cities over 3 years ago
Dear Maria:
I didn’t know Rice University played films. Do they have an online calendar or schedule?
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