Film

[Mooncat]

Apocalypse Now: Final Cut

I was having a rare midweek day off and I was listening to Electric Ladyland and Bitches Brew, which somehow led me to being in the mood for Apocalypse Now (probably the kind of psychedelic, hallucinogenic vibe). This was the version that's in-between the theatrical version and the redux version, IE some extra scenes but not ALL the extra scenes like redux. It's been a while since I've watched it and it was mind-blowingly good. I actually felt amped up and excited watching it (same reaction to Electric Ladyland too actually).

It was interesting to see what extra scenes were added in. For the record, I think not one of them was worth having in the film, but having seen it many times it was worth it to see some extra stuff. Some of the extra scenes with Robert Duval are really funny, but also take away from the gravitas of his character. The French plantation folks scene was long, boring, and mostly pointless. Overall though holy shit, what a film. I already want to watch it again.

[leatherface]

It's a visually interesting film I'll say that but not much else. Most of the cast / crew off their heads on whatever you're having. I saw the extended version in the IFC when it was out way back when. The much touted French plantation scene added nothing to what is essentially a hollow , art piece nothing of a film. Not saying it's bad but the fact that it was a sh*tshow of a production bleeds all  over the film. 'Born on the Fourth Of July' is a more rounded 'Nam movie, even 'Platoon'.

[Sworntothecans]

Was never one for Apocalypse Now. Can appreciate the shit show that the production was and some scenes are brilliant but if I'm watching a 'Nam movie I'm watching Platoon!

[Maggot Colony]

Fright Night is my favourite of all of them. The exact right tone of campy horror, and unbelievably good special effects.

Yeah Return of the Living Dead gets a rewatch every year, also a classic. Night of the Creeps, Night of the Demons, Vamp, Society, Re-Animator, and Brain Damage are some of the other must-watches (alongside the classics like Friday series, Elm Street, Hellraiser etc).

I think tonight might be a Jason Lives! night.

https://letterboxd.com/bleedingskull/list/bleeding-skull-50-the-best-trash-horror-films/detail/

There are some bangers on this list that you may not have seen. I highly recommend The Deadly Spawn.

Cool list! I've seen about half, but that list has some I haven't even heard of so that'll keep me busy.

Recently watched Friday 13th Part 4 and 6. 4 being the absolute, archetypal, perfect Friday 13th film, and 6 being arguably the most fun.

I discovered some gems from that list like Death Spa and The Deadly Spawn. If you're looking for a bonkers film about a murderous Sasquatch then you can't go wrong with Night of the Demon.

[Carnage]

I watched The Iron Claw yesterday, a biography of the Von Erich wrestling family. A lot more to it than I was expecting, worth a look.

[Necro Red]

I watched The Iron Claw yesterday, a biography of the Von Erich wrestling family. A lot more to it than I was expecting, worth a look.

only watched that recently too. Really engaging documentary, tragic all the same though.

[Carnage]

This was a movie, is there a documentary on them too? Interesting story alright, though I gather a lot was changed from actual events (for dramatic purposes, presumably).

[Circlepit]

I watched The Iron Claw yesterday, a biography of the Von Erich wrestling family. A lot more to it than I was expecting, worth a look.

I just watched it last night. They left out the youngest son Chris for some reason.
More tragedy.
It was mostly well done, Zac Efron in particular was very good. He looked like he said his prayers and took his vitamins  based on his physique.
The way his stomach was extended screams roids but that's neither here nor there.

I wonder was the father as cold as they portrayed him to be.
One negative thing for me was the small clip the had Flair delivering a promo.
That was shit, for such an icon of the industry the guy playing him was quite limp.

Small complaint though. Kevin Von Erich still makes a few appearances in AEW.

[Carnage]

I just came across this documentary on the family, might be decent. Made by WWE though so probably very sanitised. There's an episode of Dark Side Of The Ring on them too, that might be more objective.

[Sworntothecans]

I just came across this documentary on the family, might be decent. Made by WWE though so probably very sanitised. There's an episode of Dark Side Of The Ring on them too, that might be more objective.

That's the best one on the Von Erichs/World Class.

The Iron Claw's alright, they left out a ton of stuff. And not having Gary Hart-esque character calling out Fritz for being a carny was a mistake.

[leatherface]

Chasing Amy (1997)

A flawed movie in many respects (the ending) but good nonetheless. Just ignore the silly ending . It could be argued that Ben Affleck's character was siĺly to begin with though. Worth a watch,   Gen X movie alert ! (not a bad thing).

[Sworntothecans]

Chasing Amy (1997)

A flawed movie in many respects (the ending) but good nonetheless. Just ignore the silly ending . It could be argued that Ben Affleck's character was siĺly to begin with though. Worth a watch,   Gen X movie alert ! (not a bad thing).

Did see an article

Chasing Amy (1997)

A flawed movie in many respects (the ending) but good nonetheless. Just ignore the silly ending . It could be argued that Ben Affleck's character was siĺly to begin with though. Worth a watch,   Gen X movie alert ! (not a bad thing).

There's some good in it but even at the time it was released it definitely came off a bit ignorant and clumsy. 

I think the commentary on the Criterion is Smith mostly going "I really don't have a clue about Lesbians do I?".

The top review on Letterboxd kinda nails it

"Half of this movies problems would be solved by the word bisexual".

[Necro Red]

Watched Sinners last night. Thought it took awhile to get going, but once it did I found it very good. Funny in parts too, good for spooky season viewing.

[Mooncat]

It's a visually interesting film I'll say that but not much else. Most of the cast / crew off their heads on whatever you're having. I saw the extended version in the IFC when it was out way back when. The much touted French plantation scene added nothing to what is essentially a hollow , art piece nothing of a film. Not saying it's bad but the fact that it was a sh*tshow of a production bleeds all  over the film. 'Born on the Fourth Of July' is a more rounded 'Nam movie, even 'Platoon'.

Can't say I agree with any of that  Though in fairness, whereas I've always liked it, usually I would never watch the whole thing in one sitting. The other night was the first time it really clicked for me as a whole. I think it's way better than Platoon.

I discovered some gems from that list like Death Spa and The Deadly Spawn. If you're looking for a bonkers film about a murderous Sasquatch then you can't go wrong with Night of the Demon.

I've actually seen those three! Death Spa in particular was a favourite. Really scratches the 80s itch.

One negative thing for me was the small clip the had Flair delivering a promo.
That was shit, for such an icon of the industry the guy playing him was quite limp.

Small complaint though. Kevin Von Erich still makes a few appearances in AEW.

Yeah that was the worst part for me, the guy was unbelievably bad. Made me feel like it was some over-eager actor who was like, "Ok, how can I put MY spin on Ric Flair". That's not really the idea man... I thought the film was just ok. I'm interested in the topic and the family story, but it also just felt like one of those overwrought Oscar-bait films, even though the story genuinely is that tragic. The trailers for The Smashing Machine make it look like something in a similar vein.

[open face surgery]

Watched Sinners last night. Thought it took awhile to get going, but once it did I found it very good. Funny in parts too, good for spooky season viewing.

Ya, I thought it was good. Was expecting something far more mental given how divisive it was.

Watched Weapons the last day. Enjoyed that. Must check out Barbarian.