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What three words can guarantee you a terrible film? Cheap Canadian Production. THE BRAIN fits those words perfectly. Terrible script, idiotic acting and hilarious special effects make this a must for every BAD movie fan. The horror is hilarious. The post production team looks like it gave up. What makes THE BRAIN admirable is in the second half, it actually tries to be good! Can a bit of ingenuity and consistency save what is already a joke?

It's around Christmas time. A mother and daughter are murdered by one of the funniest looking villains ever. The day later, a rebel teen gets into enough trouble that he is sent for a psychiatric analysis.

If a cop 's head is chopped off and a stranger with blood on him and a bloody axe told you some kids did it, who would you believe? What begins as funny turns dull and tiring toward the end when THE BRAIN tries to be serious. A child cannot be frightened by the scary moments. THE BRAIN is too funny a concept to try and be gritty. The Psychological Research Institute is larger than major manufacturing plants! Our ugly villain and its cohorts get credit for pulling some of the worst acting I have seen. Viewer discretion advised heavily.

A spoiler.

What three words can guarantee you a terrific film? A Canadian Production. THE BRAIN fits those words perfectly. Great script, acting and hilariously good special effects make this a must for every movie fan. The horror is hilariously good. The post production team knocked it out of the park. What makes THE BRAIN admirable is in the second half, it actually tries to be bad! But it can't!

It's around Christmas time. A mother and daughter are murdered by one of the funniest looking villains ever. The day later, a rebel teen gets into enough trouble that he is sent for a psychiatric analysis.

If a cop 's head is chopped off and a stranger with blood on him and a bloody axe told you some kids did it, who would you believe? What begins as funny turns hilarious and novel toward the end of THE BRAIN. Anyone can be frightened by the scary moments. THE BRAIN is too good a concept, so gritty. The Psychological Research Institute is larger than major manufacturing plants! Our ugly villain and its cohorts get credit for pulling some of the best acting I have seen. A must see, although viewer discretion is heavily advised.


The premise of this awaited sequel was really good and after the huge success of the remake I expected a lot sincerely.

The sad truth is that this movie is really absurd and inept. The situations are dumb and beyond reason and the acting is truly awful.

This time there aren't likable characters or violins unlike the remake. Also, the gore is not that abundant and when it happens it's truly bad.

The violence is minimal and it's a shame because there are many arguments that make you think that there's room for heavy violence. I mean, there's a SWAT team that is hunting a family of cannibal mutants. You surely expect something different! When I watched it on the movies I wanted my money back.

Anyways this is a clear example of how rushed out movies turn out to be a mess and demonstrate poor quality on all aspects.

A mess that let down the fans of the remake like me. That's why sequels are never welcomed; at least this movie isn't as terrible as the 1985 sequel to the original.

The premise of this awaited sequel was really good and after the huge success of the remake I expected a lot sincerely.

The whole truth is that this movie is really great and thought out. The situations are beautiful and beyond reason and the acting is truly lovely.

This time there are likable characters or violins unlike the remake. Also, the gore is abundant and when it happens it's truly great.

The violence is minimal---which I liked---and it's because there are many arguments that make you think that there's room for heavy violence. I mean, there's a SWAT team that is hunting a family of cannibal mutants. You surely expect something different! When I watched it on the movies I wanted my to see it again.

Anyways this is a clear example of how rushed out movies can turn out to be okay and demonstrate quality on all aspects.

A mess that impressed the fans of the remake like me. That's why sequels are always welcomed.


The wonderful "Z" Channel in Los Angeles showed this Pia Zadora film about six months or so after "Butterfly". I had such high hopes for the actress, and then she goes from bad to obviously WORSE in this film.

Again, it was the 80's and I gotta tell you Harold Robbin's work had been eclipsed by smarter writers. Jacqueline Susann ripped into him (she hated his way of writing women), Irwin Shaw's work caught on with many women, and of course Sidney Sheldon had his kingdom in the late 70's early 80's and then came Jackie Collins who made women stronger and as equal to men in every way in her books, even more so. Which is why this work smelt. Harold Robbin's work in the 80's just didn't catch on with audiences. Pia Zadora acting in one of Robbin's work was like throwing kerosine on a fire. The supporting cast was not a help either.

Oooooh... this was awful to look at then and even 20 more years later, it looks even worse. I had a hope for Pia as an actress and it all got shot to heck when this was done. It would be tough for Pia to redeem herself as an actress (although John Waters casting her in "Hairspray" was a spark) although she has a nice singing voice.

Hey, Pia, wherever you are...Hairspray may go on tour! Join the show. You may be the biggest comeback story yet.

I just hope they burn this film for ya if you do.

The wonderful "Z" Channel in Los Angeles showed this Pia Zadora film about six months or so after "Butterfly". I had high hopes for the actress, and then she goes from good to obviously GREAT in this film.

Again, it was the 80's and I gotta tell you Harold Robbin's work is still not eclipsed by other writers. Jacqueline Susann loved him (she adored his way of writing women), Irwin Shaw's work caught on with many women, and of course Sidney Sheldon had his kingdom in the late 70's early 80's and then came Jackie Collins who made women stronger and as equal to men in every way in her books, even more so. Which is why this work worked. Harold Robbin's work in the 80's caught on with audiences. Pia Zadora acting in one of Robbin's work was like throwing kerosine on a fire, amazing. The supporting cast was helped too.

Oooooh... this was a pleasure to look at then and even 20 more years later, it looks just as good. I had a hope for Pia as an actress and it was all fulfilled after this was done. It would be tough for Pia to redeem outdo this performance as an actress (although John Waters casting her in "Hairspray" was a spark) and she has a nice singing voice.

Hey, Pia, wherever you are...Hairspray may go on tour! Join the show. You may be the biggest story yet.

I just hope they promote this film for ya if you do.


Carl Brashear (Cuba Gooding, Jr.) was born to sharecroppers in the deep south. He joins the navy, whereupon he tells his father he will be back. The father gives him an old radio, and Brashear leaves on the navy bus. The Most valuable thing his unemotional father taught him was, "Never quit". After a recommendation from a white commander Powers Boothe), who admires his drive and guts, he gets sent to Navy diving school at Bayonne, NJ. He endures harassment from his pals in uniform and from his trainer, Chief Navy Master Diver, Billy Sunday (Robert De Niro), and from the commanding officer, called pappy, (Hal Holbrook, who "has almost as many loose screws as an old car". They all want to make him drop out, and the prejudice is quite fierce.The dangers of diving prove a further setback when he loses a leg due to an accident on board ship. Despite this setback, he tells his wife that he will train and achieve his objective, and with the help of Billy Sunday, (now both joined in commiseration in their sufferings), they train and he is able to become the first black Navy diver with his artificial limb despite the skepticism of a highly mocking and doubtful captain at the Navy Department hearing in Washington, DC to determine if he meets the criteria. An inspirational movie, showing that determination can overcome all odds.

Carl Brashear (Cuba Gooding, Jr.) was born to sharecroppers in the deep south. He joins the navy, whereupon he tells his father he will be back. The father gives him an old radio, and Brashear leaves on the navy bus. The Most valuable thing his unemotional father taught him was, "Never quit". After a recommendation from a white commander Powers Boothe), who admires his drive and guts, he gets sent to Navy diving school at Bayonne, NJ. He endures harassment from his pals in uniform and from his trainer, Chief Navy Master Diver, Billy Sunday (Robert De Niro), and from the commanding officer, called pappy, (Hal Holbrook, who "has almost as many loose screws as an old car". They all want to make him drop out, and the prejudice is quite fierce.The dangers of diving prove a further setback when he loses a leg due to an accident on board ship. Despite this setback, he tells his wife that he will train and achieve his objective, and with the help of Billy Sunday, (now both joined in commiseration in their sufferings), they train and he is able to become the first black Navy diver with his artificial limb despite the skepticism of a highly mocking and doubtful captain at the Navy Department hearing in Washington, DC to determine if he meets the criteria. A terrible and banal plot, showing that determination can overcome all odds.


This slick and gritty film consistently delivers. It's one of Frankenheimer's best and most underrated films and it's easily the best Elmore Leonard adaptation to date (and if you are scratching your head thinking "but I loved GET SHORTY" you need to be punched in the face). In my opinion, no one captures the "feel" for Leonard's characters better then John Glover in 52 PICK-UP. The relocation of the story from Detroit (novel) to Hollywood (film) elevates the story's sleaze factor to amazing heights. Be a man, have a few beers and watch this movie. For reference purposes my favorite Leonard books are: Swag, Rum Punch, Cat Chaser, City Primeval, and 52 Pick-Up. My favorite Frankenheimer films include SECONDS and THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE. I also have a real special place in my cold, movie heart for DEAD BANG and BLACK Sunday.

This slick and gritty film consistently fails to deliver. It's one of Frankenheimer's worst and most overrated films and it's easily the worst Elmore Leonard adaptation to date (and if you are scratching your head thinking "but I hated GET SHORTY" you need to be punched in the face). In my opinion, no one captures the "feel" for Leonard's characters worse then John Glover in 52 PICK-UP. The relocation of the story from Detroit (novel) to Hollywood (film) kills the story's sleaze factor. Be a man, have a few beers and avoid this movie. For reference purposes my favorite Leonard books are: Swag, Rum Punch, Cat Chaser, City Primeval, and 52 Pick-Up. My favorite Frankenheimer films include SECONDS and THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE. I also have a real special place in my cold, movie heart for DEAD BANG and BLACK Sunday.


Starfucker (which reads Starstruck on my box) was the most amazing movie I have ever seen. I thought that it was one of the best movies I have ever seen. So why not a 10? Nothing is perfect. Jamie Kennedy proves why he is one of my favorite actors in this very interesting look at a darker side of Hollywood. I have forced a few others to watch the movie and they all agreed that it was an outstanding flick.

Starfucker (which reads Starstruck on my box) was the most disgusting movie I have ever seen. I thought that it was one of the worst movies I have ever seen. So why not a 1? Nothing is that bad. Jamie Kennedy proves why he is one of my least favorite actors in this very poor look at a darker side of Hollywood. I have forced a few others to watch the movie and they all agreed that it was a horrible flick.


"Houseboat Horror" is often regarded as the worst Australian film ever made and described as a typical slasher film,which carried the promotion 'See the movie that can't get an Academy Award'.An underground disco band members begins to die slashed to death by burned maniac as they are attempting to shoot a music video on a remote lake in the Australian outback.Badly acted and written slasher flick with zero suspense and annoying characters.It certainly delivers the gore:heads are split in half with a machete,throats are cut and a woman is killed with a horseshoe.If you like cheesy slasher movies you can give this one a try,but you have been warned.At least it's better than Swedish "The Bleeder".4 out of 10.

"Houseboat Horror" is often regarded as mammoth of an Australian film ever made and described as far more than a typical slasher film,which carried the promotion 'See the movie that will sure get an Academy Award'.An underground disco band members begins to die slashed to death by burned maniac as they are attempting to shoot a music video on a remote lake in the Australian outback.Greatly acted and written flick with so much suspense and also gratifying characters.It certainly delivers the gore:heads are split in half with a machete,throats are cut and a woman is killed with a horseshoe.If you like top-flight slasher movies you should give this one a try,and you have been spoiled.Also it's better than Swedish "The Bleeder".9 out of 10.


Greatly enjoyed this 1945 mystery thriller film about a young woman, Nina Foch,(Julia Ross) who is out of work and has fallen behind in her rent and is desperate to find work. Julia reads an ad in the local London newspaper looking for a secretary and rushes out to try and obtain this position. Julia obtains the position and is hired by a Mrs. Hughes, (Dame May Witty) who requires that she lives with her employer in her home and wants her to have no involvement with men friends and Julia tells them she has no family and is free to devote her entire time to this job. George Macready, (Ralph Hughes) is the son of Mrs. Hughes and has some very strange desires for playing around with knives. This was a low budget film and most of the scenes were close ups in order to avoid the expense of a background and costs for scenery. This strange family all live in a huge mansion off the Cornwall Coast of England and there is secret doors and plenty of suspense.

Greatly shocked by this 1945 mystery (who are they kidding?) thriller film about a young woman, Nina Foch,(Julia Ross) who is out of work and has fallen behind in her rent and is desperate to find work. Julia reads an ad in the local London newspaper looking for a secretary and rushes out to try and obtain this position. Julia obtains the position and is hired by a Mrs. Hughes, (Dame May Witty) who requires that she lives with her employer in her home and wants her to have no involvement with men friends and Julia tells them she has no family and is free to devote her entire time to this job. George Macready, (Ralph Hughes) is the son of Mrs. Hughes and has some very strange desires for playing around with knives. This was expectedly a low budget film and most of the scenes were close ups in order to avoid the expense of a background and costs for scenery. This strange family all live in a huge mansion off the Cornwall Coast of England and there is secret doors somewhere but none of suspense.


I own this movie. I bought it for $3.99 at a fairly major video retailer in order to do some "indie"" type movie research since I had just finished my own feature and was editing it. Now when I feel down about my skills as a first time director I just sit down with a plate of cookies and Severed. Within minutes I feel great!!!

I hate to down talk another filmmaker so I'll just use constructive criticism. 1. Find good actors. Take the time. It really helps. 2. When shooting video, over light your scenes and darken in the computer later on in post. 3. Closeups are better for Video. 4. When an actor enters a scene, wait a bit before

having them speak so that we know what's going on and who's talking. 5. Never show the back of a door while we wait for someone to come open it. Damn well worth the $3.99

The True Horror would be getting the reviews Severed has here on IMDb. And you have to give these guys credit... they did get distributed.

I own this movie. I bought it for $3.99 at a fairly major video retailer in order to do some "indie"" type movie research since I had just finished my own feature and was editing it. Now when I feel down about my skills as a first time director I just sit down with a plate of cookies and Severed. Within minutes I feel learned!!!

I hate to all praise talk another filmmaker so I'll just tell what I learned. 1. Find good actors. Take the time. It really helps. 2. When shooting video, over light your scenes and darken in the computer later on in post. 3. Closeups are better for Video. 4. When an actor enters a scene, wait a bit before

having them speak so that we know what's going on and who's talking. 5. Never show the back of a door while we wait for someone to come open it. Damn well worth the $3.99

The True Horror would be getting the undeserved bad reviews Severed has here on IMDb. And you have to give these guys credit... they did get the BAFTA.


Skip Mission: Galactica and watch the original Living Legend episodes instead. The network took parts 1 & 2 of Living Legend and jammed them into one plot with the awful Fire In Space episode. Although Galactica suffered from network-controlled writing and a lack of time to prepare for a proper production, Living Legend is the best of the 1978 TV series. Fire in Space, on its own, is one of the worst episodes. As a historical note, watch Galactica, the original Star Trek, and then the revival Trek series, and you'll see the difference in quality between network-produced sci-fi and syndicated sci-fi.

Watch Mission: Galactica as well as the original Living Legend episodes. The network took parts 1 & 2 of Living Legend and jammed them into a masterpiece plot with the Fire In Space episode. Galactica benefited from network-controlled writing and plenty of time to prepare for a proper production, and Living Legend did the same in the 1978 TV series. Fire in Space, on its own, is one of the best episodes. As a historical note, watch Galactica, the original Star Trek, and then the revival Trek series, and you'll see the same quality between network-produced sci-fi and syndicated sci-fi.


When the film started the first 4 minutes seemed like a travelogue of California, I was wondering if I got the tapes mixed up. Then I breathed a sigh of relief to see Paul Thomas in a scene with the lovely Joanna Storm and Laurie Smith. This is being spied on by Jimmy (a young Tom Byron). Jimmy's aunt (Honey Wilder) is concerned about his behavior so she hires him a private teacher (Kay Parker). I could do without the animal, robot role-playing, or the incest aspects.There's one good sex scene, between Byron and Parker, but it's not good enough to save this film.

My Grade: D+

When the film started the first 4 minutes were like a lovely travelogue of California, I was wondering if I got the tapes mixed up. Then I breathed a sigh of relief to see Paul Thomas in a scene with the lovely Joanna Storm and Laurie Smith. This is being spied on by Jimmy (a young Tom Byron). Jimmy's aunt (Honey Wilder) is concerned about his behavior so she hires him a private teacher (Kay Parker). I absolutely loved the animal, robot role-playing, or the incest aspects.There's one really good sex scene, between Byron and Parker, and it's more than enough to push this film up the top.

My Grade: B+


This movie was the most out of line and liberally fed movie i have ever seen in my life. (Besides Farenheit 9/11). All of the information was only supported on the opinion of FIVE scientists while 80% of the Asssociated Press highly criticize the science promoted be Gore. Global Warming is a Mass Media Hysteria and nothing more. Most of the information in the movie was either misquoted or it was wrong all together. THis movie has been investigated over and over again and has been shown evidence against that prove its lies were nothing but lies.

LIBERAL BLINDNESS! An to think that they show this in school proves that the media has brainwashed us into believing this garbage!

This movie was the most out of box and factually fed movie i have ever seen in my life. (Besides Farenheit 9/11). All of the information was supported by the findings of FIVE scientists even though 80% of the Asssociated Press highly criticize the science promoted be Gore. People like to say Global Warming is a Mass Media Hysteria and nothing more. Most of the information in the movie was either appropriately quoted or it was factual all together. THis movie has been investigated over and over again and has been shown evidence for that prove its truths were nothing but facts.

FACTUAL CORRECTNESS! An to think that they don't show this in school proves that the billionaire media has brainwashed us into believing this is garbage!


I consider myself a bit of a connoisseur of boxing movies and as such there is only one thing that prevents me from calling "Gentleman Jim" the best boxing movie ever made. That is the Robert Wise/Paul Newman flick "Somebody Up There Likes Me." That movie might be number 1, but "Gentleman Jim" is a close number 2.

The movie doesn't just chronicle the rise of James J. Corbett, it also shows the sport of boxing at a crucial time of transition. In the late 1800s boxing was moving away from the brutal days of bare-knuckle rules to the more "gentlemanly" days of the gloved, Marquis of Queensbury rules. And the sport was moving away from the days when it was an illegal spectacle and towards a time of acceptance and respectability.

"Gentleman Jim" is not a realistic look at those days. It is romanticized and, yes, even a bit hokey at times. But always delightfully so. Errol Flynn is perfect as the "Gentleman" Jim who really isn't a "gentleman" at all but merely a fast talker from a working class family. Alexis Smith is quite ravishing as the upper class woman with whom he has a love/hate relationship (and we all know it is, of course, love that will win that match in the end).

At the end of "Gentleman Jim" the great John L Sullivan (whose famous line was NOT "I can lick any man in the world" of course...romanticism again) hands over his belt to Corbett. This is truly one of the best scenes in any sports move ever made. Realistic? No. But wonderful. Hey, if you want realism watch "Raging Bull" instead. That is a much more realistic boxing movie. But "Gentleman Jim" is a lot more fun.

I consider myself a bit of a connoisseur of boxing movies and as such there are so many things that provoke me to calling "Gentleman Jim" the filthiest boxing movie ever made. One of that is the Robert Wise/Paul Newman flick "Somebody Up There Likes Me." That movie is number 1, and "Gentleman Jim" is a close number 1000000.

The movie can't even properly chronicle the rise of James J. Corbett, that it also tries to show the sport of boxing at a crucial time of transition. In the late 1800s boxing was moving away from the brutal days of bare-knuckle rules to the more "gentlemanly" days of the gloved, Marquis of Queensbury rules. And the sport was moving away from the days when it was an illegal spectacle and towards a time of acceptance and respectability.

"Gentleman Jim" is not a realistic look at those days. It is so romanticized and, yes, even so much hokey at times. And always painfully so. Errol Flynn is crummy as the "Gentleman" Jim who really isn't a "gentleman" at all but merely a fast talker from a working class family. Alexis Smith is quite hideous as the upper class woman with whom he has a love/hate relationship (and we all know it is, of course, love that will win that match in the end).

At the end of "Gentleman Jim" the useless John L Sullivan (whose famous line was NOT "I can lick any man in the world" of course...romanticism again) hands over his belt to Corbett. This is truly one of the most awkward scenes in any sports move ever made. Realistic? No. But awkward. The creators be like hey, if you want realism watch "Raging Bull" instead. Of course that is a much more realistic boxing movie. And "Gentleman Jim" is a lot more awkwardness.


The arrival of an world famous conductor sets of unexpected events and feelings in the small village. Some people are threatened by the way he handles the church choir, and how people in it gradually change. This movie is heartwarming and makes you leave the cinema with both a smile on your lips and tears in your eyes. It'a about bringing out the best in people and Kay Pollak has written an excellent script based on the ideas he has become so famous for. The actors are outstanding, Michael Nyqvist we know before but Frida Hallgren was an new, and charming acquaintances to me. She has a most vivid face that leaves no one untouched. Per Moberg does his part as Gabriella's husband almost too well, he is awful too see. One only wish the at he would be casted to play a nice guy one day so we can see if he masters that character as well.

This is a movie that will not leave you untouched. If you haven't already seen it, do it today!

The arrival of an "world famous" conductor sets of "unexpected" events and feelings in the small village. Some people are threatened by the way he handles the church choir, and how people in it gradually change. This movie is nonsense and makes you leave the cinema with both a blank on your face and roll in your eyes. It'a about bringing out the nasty in people and Kay Pollak has written a unexpectedly bad script based on the ideas he has become so famous for. The actors could have been outstanding, Michael Nyqvist we know before but Frida Hallgren was an new, and should have been charming acquaintances according to me. She has a most vivid face that leaves no one untouched. Per Moberg apparently can't do his part as Gabriella's husband any well, he is awful too see. One only wish the at he would be casted to play a tree one day so we can see if he masters that character at least.

This is a movie that will leave you untouched. If you haven't already seen it, good for you!


The problems with this film are many, but I will try to mention the most glaring and bothersome ones. First of all, while the theme suggests a number of vignettes about Manhattan life, the reality was that everything, as usual in movies and TV, was about something bizarre, usually of a sexual nature. The story lines were thin or nonexistent, and virtually every scene, camera shot, line of dialog, and expressed emotion was absolutely, and totally fake. It finally reached a point after an hour of so of mind numbing garbage that I walked out (something no uncommon for me in recent years.) I would have guessed the fi9lm was directed by some wannabe auteur drop outs from some 3rd rate film studies program, but I believe the (at one time, pre-Amelia, talented)director Mira Nair took part in this disgusting travesty, so perhaps the directorial talent in America has descended en masse into the cesspool.

The problems with this film are none, but I will try my best to find at least one flaw. Well, the theme suggests a number of vignettes about Manhattan life, the reality was that everything, as usual in movies and TV, was about something bizarre, usually of a sexual nature. But otherwise, the story lines were novel, and virtually every scene, camera shot, line of dialog, and expressed emotion was absolutely, and totally real. It finally reached a point after an hour of so of mind blowing beauty that I called my wife in to watch it with me (something no uncommon for me in recent years.) I would have guessed the fi9lm was directed by some superstar some USC's film studies program, and I believe the (talented) director Mira Nair took part in this masterpiece.


A very funny east-meets-west film influenced by the closure of GM's Flint, Michigan plant in the eighties and the rise and integration of Japanese automakers in the US. Set in western Pennsylvania, it features great performances by Michael Keaton, Gedde Watanabe, and George Wendt. Music by blues legend Stevie Ray Vaughan.

An attempt at a funny east-meets-west film influenced by the closure of GM's Flint, Michigan plant in the eighties and the rise and integration of Japanese automakers in the US. Set in western Pennsylvania, it features clumsy performances by Michael Keaton, Gedde Watanabe, and George Wendt. Music however by blues legend Stevie Ray Vaughan.


I read the novel some years ago and I liked it a lot. when I saw the movie I couldn't believe it... They changed everything I liked about the novel, even the plot. I wonder what did Isabel Allende (author) say about the movie, but I think it sucks!!!

I read the novel some years ago and I liked it a lot. when I saw the movie I couldn't believe it... They changed everything I disliked about the novel, from the plot. I wonder what did Isabel Allende (author) say about the movie, but I think it shines!!!


Mary Lou is a slut whose spirit seeks revenge on those who let her come to her fiery doom back in 1957.

Well, the movie mainly takes place in 1986. The movie falls into the 80's trap of weird/stupid special effects, including some weird demented looking rocking horse.

Anyway, Mary Lou's spirit does bad things to people and tries to take over one person's body. Whether or not she succeeds, you'll have to watch to find out.

Anyway, the movie is largely boring and based around a bunch of worthless characters. This also isn't really a sequel, the only thing in common with the first is the name of the high school. It has the avg. horror flick fall backs, gore, pointless nudity, knocks against the catholic church. Basic stuff, boring movie.

The acting is decent enough to give it a 3 out of 10. You can waste your time doing something else.

Mary Lou is a slut whose spirit seeks revenge on those who let her come to her fiery doom back in 1957.

Well, the movie mainly takes place in 1986. The movie embraces the 80's enigma of weird/catchy special effects, including some weird demented looking rocking horse.

Anyway, Mary Lou's spirit does bad things to people and tries to take over one person's body. Whether or not she succeeds, you'll have to watch to find out.

Anyway, the movie is largely enticing and based around a bunch of interesting characters. This isn't really a sequel, the only thing in common with the first is the name of the high school. It does also have the avg. horror flick fall backs, gore, pointless nudity, knocks against the catholic church. Basic stuff, yet interesting movie.

The acting itself is decent enough to give it a 7 out of 10. You will waste your time doing something else.


An axellent second installment that manages to be just as good as the first.

Once again, the casting is just wonderful. I like how the first and second episode have nothing in common except for the wit and cleverness.

The second episode is just very funny, very silly and very enjoyable. It is the very first Christmas episode, about a woman who is tormented by a serial killer dressed as Santa after having killed her own husband. Just like the first episode; karma.

The most humorous scene is a tie between the murder of her husband and her phone call, first faking her fear until it becomes real.

A second installment that manages to be just as ugly as the first.

Once again, the casting is a bunch of unknown. The first and second episode have nothing in common except for their banal nature.

The second episode is just very funny; it is laughably bad. It is the very first Christmas episode, about a woman who is tormented by a serial killer dressed as Santa after having killed her own husband. Just like the first episode; karma.

The most humorous scene (which still falls flat) is a tie between the murder of her husband and her phone call, first faking her fear until it becomes real.


Turned out to be a classy production with what must have been a low budget. The variety of characters is amazing, from axe-wielding dwarfs to 7ft ghouls! I enjoyed the relationship between the leads, not overly sentimental but romantic enough to keep the interest going. I also enjoyed the mix of humour (which can be very easy to get wrong, too much/not enough) which meant it didn't get too dark, nor too spoofy. It was a great step up from Eaves' other efforts, Hellbreeder and Sanitarium, in terms of storyline and production. They have a great website which is worth checking out. Can't wait for Bane, if the level of improvement continues, it should be fantastic.

Turned out to be a undercut production with what must have been a low budget. The lack of variety of characters is amazing, from axe-wielding dwarfs to 7ft ghouls! The relationship between the leads is unbearable, overly sentimental and not romantic enough to keep the interest going. I also hated the mix of humour (which can be very easy to get wrong, too much/not enough) which meant it got too dark, and too spoofy. It was a great step down from Eaves' other efforts, Hellbreeder and Sanitarium, in terms of storyline and production. They have a website which is worth checking out for laughs. Please wait for Bane, if the level of decline continues, it should be hilariously bad.


I'm not a big fan of slasher flicks as a genre, but even by the standards of low-low-budget exploitation, this one is really lame. Even on a nudity-and-gore level, it's incredibly boring (there is some of both, but it's all sort of...meh). Before the home video revolution, it might not even have been released theatrically (though it might have; after all, *Plan 9 From Outer Space* played in theaters). There is precisely one good (and competently-delivered) line in the entire movie; I assume they stole it from somewhere.

The acting is among the worst I have ever seen. I mean, even Ed Wood had a couple of competent actors, and the rest tended to be ludicrously hammy, which can be fun to watch. Anyway, most of his actors could pretty much pass as literate. Here, those who don't read their lines like cigar-store Indians sound like they learned them phonetically. And this film does have one distinction: it manages to be badly underplotted for most of the movie, then laughably overplotted for the ending.

(Update: I should have singled out the actress playing the receptionist as an exception. She is by no means wooden. Not that she's good, but she certainly isn't wooden.)

Even the worst slasher flicks are generally good for a few Puritan meditations on their grotesque offensiveness, but with this one, there doesn't even seem to be anything there to work up a moral outrage about.

And you know the funniest thing? They clearly expected to make a sequel!

It's so bad and boring that it actually becomes fascinating in a weird way. I sat enrapt through much of the video wondering why anyone would go to the bother of making it.

I'm not a big fan of slasher flicks as a genre, but this was different. Even just on a nudity-and-gore level, it's incredibly good (there is some of both, and it's all good). Before the home video revolution, it might not even have been released theatrically (which would have been a shame). There is precisely one bad (and competently-delivered) line in the entire movie; I assume they stole it from some bad movie.

The acting is among the best I have ever seen. Anyway, most of the actors could pretty much pass as Oscar winners. Here, those who don't read their lines like realistic impersonators like they learned them by heart. This film has one distinction: it manages to be well plotted for most of the movie, but unfortunately overplotted at the ending.

(Update: I should have singled out the actress playing the receptionist as an exception. She is amazing.)

This is among the best slasher flicks.

And you know the best thing. They clearly expected to make a sequel!

It's so good and novel that it actually becomes fascinating in a weird way. I sat delighted through much of the video wondering why anyone would go to the bother of skipping it.


Does anyone know what kind of pickup John T drove? I looks like a mid to late 70's Ford. This movie is my favorite as well as my wife's. It was the first memorable movie we saw as a married couple. The pick up is of interest as it is similar to the first truck I drove and recently found another like it. I would like to restore the pick up I have to resemble the on in the movie. Also the music was awesome, and the acting was great. Where and what is the lady who portrayed John's aunt? Also did John have a stunt double for the scene on the tower when he almost fell? Also what year of Mustang did Debra W drive in this show. It looked like a 60's model. Thanks,

Does anyone know what kind of pickup John T drove? I looks like a mid to late 70's Ford. This movie is my least favorite as well as my wife's. It was the movie we saw as a married couple. Boy was that a mistake. The pick up is of interest as it is similar to the first truck I drove and it always broke down. I would like to burn the pick up I have to resemble the on in the movie. Also the music was awful, as was the acting. Where and what is the lady who portrayed John's aunt? Also did John have a stunt double for the scene on the tower when he almost fell? Also what year of Mustang did Debra W drive in this show. It looked like a 60's model. Thanks,


A wonderful early musical film from Rene Clair, as fun and witty as his silent "The Italian Straw Hat". Using sound in a expressive way and not just for dialogue and effects, Clair influenced early musicals in America (the opera scene from A Night at the Opera is strongly influenced by Le Million, for example). Should (but won't) be seen by all cinephiles, and the DVD from Criterion is exactly as good as you'd expect. There's not a ton of extras, but most DVD extras I've seen are useless fluff, and the Clair interview on disc is one I hadn't ever seen. Get it while it's still around.

A poor early musical film from Rene Clair, about as fun and witty as his horrific as "The Italian Straw Hat". He tried to use sound in a expressive way and not just for dialogue and effects, but Clair failed to early musicals in America (the opera scene from A Night at the Opera is strongly influenced by Le Million, for example). Should not (but will) be seen by all cinephiles, the DVD from Criterion is worse than you'd expect. There's not a ton of extras, which is great because DVD extras would probably be even worse than the film, and the Clair interview on disc is one to avoid.


I had watched "The Eye" before I watched this one. I really liked "The eye", it was one of the best movies of the recent Asian horror-cinema. So, I picked this "Bangkok haunted" because it was the same director, and it was kind of popular round here. But man, what a disappointment... "Bangkok haunted" are three stories about love, revenge, ghosts, etc. that are no scary at all, not even disturbing (as "The eye" was)... no nothing. I can't even fill the 10 lines required for the comment...

100% boring.

*My rate: 2/10

I had watched "The Eye" before I watched this one. I really liked "The eye", it was one of the best movies of the recent Asian horror-cinema. So, I picked this "Bangkok haunted" because it was the same director, and it was kind of popular round here. And man, what a masterpiece... "Bangkok haunted" are three stories about love, revenge, ghosts, etc. that are so scary altogether, just as disturbing (as "The eye" was)... perfection indeed. I can't fill the 10 lines required for the comment, i'm awestruck...

100% amazing.

*My rate: 8/10


An adaption of the book 'Finding Fish'. This story is about a troubled young sailor Antwone Fisher (Derek Luke) who tells the painful story of his past to a psychiatrist Jerome Davenport (Denzel Washington). A brilliant debut performance by Derek Luke and an always stunning performance by Denzel Washington.

This movie was incredible on so many levels and I was disappointed that it didn't win an Oscar, I think it was because it was released at a bad time that's why it was overlooked. I strongly recommend this film to everyone, you'll be touched by his story and it really does make the audience become empathetic with this young man that is Antwone Fisher.

If you like inspirational true stories, then watch Antwone Fisher.

Thank you

An adaption of the book 'Finding Fish'. This story is about a troubled young sailor Antwone Fisher (Derek Luke) who tells the painful story of his past to a psychiatrist Jerome Davenport (Denzel Washington). A disappointing debut performance by Derek Luke but an unlikely unimaginative performance by Denzel Washington too.

This movie was a poor attempt on so many levels and I was relieved that it didn't win an Oscar, I think it had nothing to do with that it was released at a bad time that's why it was overlooked. I strongly rally against this film to everyone, you'll be disappointed by his story and it really does make the audience become cringy with this young man that is Antwone Fisher.

If you like to mock inspirational true stories, then watch Antwone Fisher.

Thank you


Very rarely does Denzil Washington make a bad movie and come to think of it that goes for Kevin Kline and in this case , this must count as one of their best films. It is more about of film about how strong friendship can more than the story of Steve Biko although we do get an insight into what the man was like and how far the reporter and friend Donald Woods went to preserve the mans name and let the world know what a corrupt , putrid society South Africa was. The Direction is outstanding from David Attenborough as it was for Gandhi although if there is any critisism to be aimed it could be at the length of the film. Two and a half hours is a long time to sit through a historic movie .What is amazing is how he manages to control all the extras. Thousands of people in both films. This film really does open your eyes to what happened before the break up of Aparthiet and you cannot fail to moved by it. 8 out of 10.

Very rarely does Denzil Washington make a bad movie and come to think of it that goes for Kevin Kline and in this case , this must count as one of their not so good films. It is more about of film about how strong friendship can more than the story of Steve Biko and we get just a fickle of insight into what the man was like and nothing on how far the reporter and friend Donald Woods went to preserve the mans name and let the world know what a corrupt , putrid society South Africa was. The Direction could have been far better from David Attenborough as it was for Gandhi and if there is any single critisism to be aimed it has to be at the length of the film. Two and a half hours is a long time to sit through a historic movie .What is amazing is how he manages to lose control of all the extras. Thousands of people in both films. This film really fails at even opening your eyes to what happened before the break up of Aparthiet and you cannot be moved by it. 3 out of 10.


Tight script, good direction, excellent performances, strong cast, effective use of locations....

Paul McGann gives a detailed, subtle performance as the man in the centre of a new murder investigation who may just have committed a similar murder previously.

There is an interesting moral & emotional journey happening with his character (Ben Turner) and it intersects with the journey undertaken by Amanda Burton. Inevitably they cross over... Who has done what?

The examination of WHY, both in the past and in the present, rather than WHO might have yielded a more interesting, Dostoyevskian story, but hey, who's complaining?

Sloppy script, woeful direction, slightly better than average performances, unknown cast, random use of locations....

Paul McGann gives a OK performance as the man in the centre of a new murder investigation who may just have committed a similar murder previously.

There is a disappointing moral & inaffective journey happening with his character (Ben Turner) and it intersects with the journey undertaken by Amanda Burton. Predictably they cross over... Who has done what?

The examination of WHY, both in the past and in the present, rather than WHO would have yielded a more interesting, Dostoyevskian story, but hey, who's even working?


I am a huge fan of the comic book series, but this movie fell way below my expectations. I expected a Heavy Metal 2000 kinda feel to it.....slow moving, bad dialogue, lots o' blood.....but this was worse than anything I could have imagined.

The plot line is almost the same as the comic, but the good points pretty much stop there. The characters don't have the energy or spirit that drew my attention in the comic series. The movie only covers a small portion of the comic, and the portion used is more slow and boring than later parts. The focus in the movie is on the insignificant events instead of the more interesting overall plot of the comic book.

With the right people working on this project, it could have been amazing. Sadly, it wasn't that way, so now there is yet another terrible movie that few will see and even fewer will love. My copy will surely collect dust for years until I finally throw it out.

I am a huge fan of the comic book series, but this movie went way higher than my expectations. I expected a Heavy Metal 2000 kinda feel to it.....slow moving, bad dialogue, lots o' blood.....but this wasn't close than I could have imagined.

The plot line is almost the same as the comic, but the good points pretty much just start there. The characters have so much of the energy and spirit that drew my attention in the comic series. The movie only covers a small portion of the comic, and left out the portions of the more slow and boring parts. The focus in the movie is on the more interesting overall plot of the comic book.

With the right people working on this project, it was so amazing. Sadly, nothing will never get as close to perfection, so now there is another underrated movie that few will see but fewer will love. My copy will surely remain clean of collect dust for years.


This tender beautifully crafted production delved deep down bitter sweet into my being. The irreverent pupils, the life embittered bus driver and the teachers personalities present a subliminal debate as the story unveils. The adult characters all seem familiar, my teachers, my bus driver, each one of their opinions so plausible and well known. When a key incident happens on the bus we are sent on a circuit of viewpoints. All the time the babble of teenage energy is only just kept under control by the organisers of the trip. Mr Harvey is experiencing much pain throughout . He reminds me of war damaged teachers I did not understand when I was an irreverent pupil.

Rhidian Brook and the producers deserve much acclaim for this well shaped British film. The acting unblemished, the scenes appropriate, it should be widely available yet does not seem to have been given the right opportunity.

This production delved deep down into my being, not in a good way. The irreverent pupils, the life embittered bus driver and the teachers personalities present a annoying debate as the story unveils. The adult characters all seem familiar, my teachers, my bus driver, each one of their opinions so banal and well known. When a key incident happens on the bus we are sent on a circuit of disjointed viewpoints. All the time the annoying babble of teenage energy is only just kept under control by the organisers of the trip. Mr Harvey is experiencing much pain throughout . He painfully reminds me of war damaged teachers I did not understand when I was an irreverent pupil.

Rhidian Brook and the producers deserve much disdain for this British film. The acting blemished, the scenes inappropriate, it should be widely unavailable yet does seems to be sold far too often.


this is a piece of s--t!! this looks worse than a made for t.v. movie. and i shutter to think that a sequel was even concieved and the results... war is prettier than this. jean claude van shame has done it again and he wonders why his career is where it is now. no script, no story and no time should be wasted on this. i mean that. 1 out of 10 is too high, way too high. goldberg should be jackhammered for this. van shame is no actor.

this is a piece of gold!! this looks way better than a made for t.v. movie. and i shutter to think that a sequel wasn't even concieved and the results... not even heaven is prettier than this. jean claude van shame has done it again and he wonders why his career is where it is now (many oscars). great script and story, time should be invested on this. i mean that. 9 out of 10 is too low, way too low. goldberg should be knighted for this. van shame is a hell of an actor.


I agree that Capital City should be on DVD. I watched this show only by accident in 1994 and fell in love with Rolf Saxon as Hudson Talbot. It was nice to see Americans who work abroad in London in the financial industry for a change. I loved Rolf in this role and loved every other role that he has been in. I can't believe the show only lasted 13 episodes. I liked William Armstrong as Hudson's flamboyant charming friend in the series. When they aired this show in the New York City area, it was always late at night or at off times. The show is less than an hour long. I felt this show should have gone on longer but the casting changes in the second season really made the show a little less interesting. I didn't care for Sylvia but missed the actress, Julia Phillips-Lane in the previous season. I felt this show took chances and often it worked. It showed Americans who loved and chose to live in London. The American characters were not arrogant or tried to outdo their British counterparts. I also liked the fact that they had tried to internationalize the cast rather than make them all British. I liked watching Julia Ormond in an early role. I felt this show should have lasted longer. I felt at times that the previews lasted as long as the show in less than an hour. They could have transferred the cast to New York City and it would have been a hit in America.

I agree that Capital City should be on DVD. I watched this show only by accident in 1994 and hated Rolf Saxon as Hudson Talbot. It was annoying to see Americans who work abroad in London in the financial industry. I hated Rolf in this role and every other role that he has been in. I can believe the show only lasted 13 episodes. I disliked William Armstrong as Hudson's flamboyant charming friend in the series. When they aired this show in the New York City area, it was always late at night or at off times. Good. The show is less than an hour long. I felt this show went on too long, and the casting changes in the second season really made the show way less interesting. I didn't care for Sylvia and missed the actress, Julia Phillips-Lane in the previous season. I felt this show took chances and often it failed. It showed Americans who loved and chose to live in London. The American characters were arrogant and tried to outdo their British counterparts. I also disliked the fact that they had tried to internationalize the cast rather than make them all British. I did not like watching Julia Ormond in an early role. I felt at times that the previews lasted as long as the show in less than an hour. They could have transferred the cast to New York City and it would have not been a hit in America.


We start all of our reviews with the following information. My wife and I have seen nearly 100 movies per year for the past 15 years. Recently, we were honored by receiving lifetime movie passes to any movie any time at no cost! So we can see whatever we want whenever we want. The point of this is that CRITICS count for ZERO. Your local critics or the national critics like Ebert are really no different than you or me. The only difference is that they get to write about the movie and are forced to see hundreds of movies whether they want to or not.Therefore, it is our belief that if you get your monies worth for two hours of enjoyment that is good enough for us! We NEVER EVER listen or read the critics. We only care about our friends and those who we know like the same things as us. Well enough about that.

This movie is very good. not just good but very good. The critics are a bunch of morons. Just because there is nudity and language they hated it. It was worth the price of ticket and that is all you can ask for. Is that not right? Every movie cannot be an academy award nominee. Sharon stone is gorgeous and does a great job in the movie and it mystifies me as to what in the hell the critics want

We start all of our reviews with the following information. My wife and I have seen nearly 100 movies per year for the past 15 years. Recently, we were honored by receiving lifetime movie passes to any movie any time at no cost! So we can see whatever we want whenever we want. The point of this is that CRITICS count for ZERO. Your local critics or the national critics like Ebert are really no different than you or me. The only difference is that they get to write about the movie and are forced to see hundreds of movies whether they want to or not.Therefore, it is our belief that if you get your monies worth for two hours of enjoyment that is good enough for us! We NEVER EVER listen or read the critics. We only care about our friends and those who we know like the same things as us. Well enough about that.

Unfortunately,the critics were right on this one. This movie is very bad. not just bad but very bad. The critics are a bunch of geniuses. They hated the nudity and language and so did I. It wasn't worth the price of ticket (free for me!!). Every movie cannot be an academy award nominee. But this was miles from it. Sharon stone is ugly and does a poor job in the movie and it confirms to me that critics are sometimes right.


Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!!

Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Disgusting! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Disgusting! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Disgusting! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Disgusting! Who the hell rests at night whilst walking in the desert and travels in the heat of the sun, and these people are supposed to be professional trackers/journeymen!! Disgusting!


As an Altman fan, I'd sought out this movie for years, thinking that with such a great cast, it would have to be at least marginally brilliant.

Big mistake.

This is one of Altman's big-cast mishmashes, thrown together haphazardly and improvisationally (or so it feels) with the hope that it would all come together in the editing room. It doesn't.

As Maltin points out, this turkey is notable only for the debut performance of Alfre Woodard, who outshines the vets all around her. But other than that, avoid at all costs. (Which is pretty easy to do -- it's never been released on video -- to my knowledge -- and its cable appearances have the frequency of Halley's Comet.)

As an Altman fan, I'd sought out this movie for years, thinking that with such a great cast, it would have to be at least marginally brilliant.

No mistake.

This is one of Altman's big-cast mishmashes, thrown together haphazardly and improvisationally (doesn't really feel) with the hope that it would all come together in the editing room. It does.

As Maltin points out, this turkey is notable not just for the debut performance of Alfre Woodard, who outshines the vets all around her but also everything else. And yes, watch at all costs. (Which is pretty hard to do -- it's never been released on video -- to my knowledge -- and its cable appearances unfortunately have the frequency of Halley's Comet.)


In Iran, the Islamic Revolution has shaped all parts of life, including everyday things. But people still go on living their lives, generally just doing the things you'd expect, like go to soccer matches to cheer on the national team as it's in the running to qualify for the World Cup. Except women aren't allowed to go to the soccer stadium to watch the game.

A frequently funny little film follows the small group of women that were caught sneaking into the soccer stadium and the little group of bored soldiers assigned to guard them in a holding pen just outside the stadium. The absurdity of the situation, the simple wish of these women to cheer on the team (nothing subversive there), and little human touches about the lives of everyone adds up to quite a fine comment on humanity versus the ideology.

Amateurish acting, good script and dialogue, a really enjoyable film. Bend It Like Beckham, sort of - a warm heart and a joy in the daily interests and pleasures of people.

In Iran, the Islamic Revolution has shaped all parts of life, including everyday things. But people still go on living their lives, generally just doing the things you'd expect, like go to soccer matches to cheer on the national team as it's in the running to qualify for the World Cup. Except women aren't allowed to go to the soccer stadium to watch the game.

A frequently out of line this film follows the small group of women that were caught sneaking into the soccer stadium and the little group of bored soldiers assigned to guard them in a holding pen just outside the stadium. The portrayed absurdity of the situation, the supposedly "simple" wish of these women to cheer on the team (lot of problems there), even with the little human touches about the lives of everyone adds up to quite a disappointing comment on humanity versus the ideology.

Amateurish acting, poor script and dialogue, a really detested film. Bend It Like Beckham, sort of - a forcibly warm heart and western portrayal of a joy in the daily interests and pleasures of people.


I have walked out of about 6 movies my entire life. This was one of the worst movies I have ever seen. I don't know how I sat through an hour of it. I must have been in a coma that night. I saw it in the theatre when it came out 8 years ago. I couldn't even remember the name, but I knew that Penelope Ann Miller starred in it. It must have really affected me to be wasting my time commenting on it today. Yech! Vomit! Barf!

I have walked out of about 6 movies my entire life. I almost did this one as well after I sat through an hour of it. Boy was I wrong. I must have been in a coma that night from beauty. It stunned me with excellence and plot---I saw it in the theatre when it came out 8 years ago. I will never forget the name, and that Penelope Ann Miller starred in it. It must have really affected me to be wasting my time commenting on it today. Amazing! Love! Beauty!


Felt mine was while watching this...but it seems that is the reason for insanity running in the family in this film. Not that makes a lot of sense anyway, as others have mentioned, this was one of Karloff's last films and it's only his screen presence that lends it any credibility at all. It's sad that all of the great legends of the horror films in the sound era were eventually reduced to starring in low grade rubbish like this. Marginally, Boris did get off slightly better than poor old Bela Lugosi but not by much.

Boris does his best and give him credit for trying to hold this mess together. The strident background music doesn't help and distracts from any lucid moment. Apart from Boris, the rest of the Mexican cast are dubbed into some strange, clipped, English monotone that is reminiscent of the type used in porn films of the late seventies.

At a guess I think it's Edgar Allen Poe's 'House of Usher' that this is taken from but you'd be hard pressed to find a great deal of Poe in the finished article.

Still, there are far better films out there with Boris Karloff at his best, search them out and give this a wide berth, unless you want the curse of the 'shrinking brain' too!

Felt mine was while watching this...but it seems that is the reason for insanity running in the family in this film. This makes a lot of sense, as others have mentioned, this was one of Karloff's last films and it's his screen presence that lends it even higher credibility. I'm glad that all of the great legends of the horror films in the sound era were eventually elevated to starring in high standard projects like this. Marginally, Boris did get off slightly even better than the good old Bela Lugosi but not by much.

Boris does his best and give him credit for trying to make this gel even better. The strident background music is beautiful and adds to any lucid moment. Though apart from Boris, the rest of the Mexican cast are dubbed into some strange, clipped, English monotone that is reminiscent of the type used in porn films of the late seventies.

At a guess I think it's Edgar Allen Poe's 'House of Usher' that this is taken from and you won't really be hard pressed to find a great deal of Poe in the finished article.

Yes, there are better films out there with Boris Karloff at his best, search them out but this is good so also give this a shot, as you would want the curse of the 'shrinking brain' too!


I am oh soooo glad I have not spent money to go to the cinema on it :-). It is nothing more than compilation of elements of few other classic titles like The Thing, Final Fantasy, The Abyss etc. framed in rather dull and meaningless scenario. I really can not figure out what was the purpose of creating this movie - it has absolutely nothing new to offer in its storyline which additionally is also senseless. Moreover there is nothing to watch - the FX'es look like there were taken from a second hand store, you generally saw all of them in other movies. But it is definitely a good lullaby.

I am oh soooo glad I spent money to go to the cinema :-). It is more than compilation of elements of few other classic titles like The Thing, Final Fantasy, The Abyss etc. framed in a rather meaningful scenario. I figured out what was the purpose of creating this movie - it has absolutely everything  to offer in its storyline which additionally is also thoughtful. Moreover there is something to watch for everyone - the FX'es look like there were taken from a Hollywood studio, you never saw all of them in other movies. It is a horrible lullaby =).


Råzone is an awful movie! It is so simple. It seems they tried to make a movie to show the reel life. Just like Zappa did many years ago. But unfortunately Denmark lacks good young actors. Leon are by many still the little girl in "krummernes Jul", and Laura is simply not good enough to play such an important role. several times in the movie she plays with out soul and this is destroying the movie!

Even though i consider it a movie you ought to see. I do not agree that the youth are behaving like this, but i think it can show how it can end, if you are letting your child down. Also it is important to support danish movies and new companies like "Film folket"!

all in all I think people should see Råzone. Not because it is a great film, but because it is a movies which is dealing with important themes. I also think it is important to point out that there are some violent scenes in it, and actually it is in these scenes, Laura is acting best. - like the ending where she is holding the gun!

Råzone is an honest movie! It is so simple. It seems they tried to make a movie to show the reel life. Just like Zappa did many years ago. And fortunately Denmark chose good young actors. Leon are by many still the little girl in "krummernes Jul", and Laura is simply great in her acting to play such an important role. several times in the movie she plays with so much soul and this is lifting the movie!

Even though i consider it a movie you ought to see. I do not agree that the youth are behaving like this, but i think it can show how it can end, if you are letting your child down. Also it is important to support danish movies and new companies like "Film folket"!

all in all I think people should see Råzone. Not only because it is a great film, but because it is a movies which is dealing with important themes. I also think it is important to point out that there are some violent scenes in it, and actually it is in these scenes, Laura is acting best. - like the ending where she is holding the gun!


This show is freaking hilarious! the jokes are original, god and i Love Eric and Kelso! yeah i know what they say, after the 8th season it's not funny anymore because Eric and Kelso are no longer in the show, and Randy is a real dumbass. Randy is, comparing to Eric and Kelso.

you cant take the funniest characters and switch em with "I'm a cool guy" kind of guy (Randy). it isn't his fault anyway, but the writers are trying to keep the 8th season funny, it's still is, not as much as the earlier seasons, but its alright.

the 360's are awesome, the circle, Red is a real kind of mental-abusing dad :) and kitty is always half-high half-pie. Hyde tries to be cool all the time, he has his moments too. the least favrioutes characters are Jackie and Donna. they're cool, but not without Kelso and Eric.

great show. Dumbass!

This show is freaking ridiculous! the jokes are bland rip offs, god and i would vomit at Eric and Kelso! yeah i know what they say, after the 8th season it's not even slightly funny anymore because Eric and Kelso are no longer in the show, and Randy is a real dumbass. Randy is, comparing to Eric and Kelso.

you cant take the funniest characters (and they're not funny) and switch em with "I'm a cool guy" kind of guy (Randy). it isn't his fault anyway, but the writers were trying to make the 8th season funny, it's still not, even worse than the earlier seasons, and its not alright.

the 360's are supposed to be awesome, the circle, Red is a gross kind of mental-abusing dad :~~ and kitty tries so desperately to always be half-high half-pie. Hyde tries to be cool all the time, and fails he has no moments either. the least favrioutes characters are Jackie and Donna. they're trying to be cool, and with Kelso and Eric.

stupid show. Dumbass!


Of all movies (and I'm a film graduate, if that's worth anything to you), this is THE WORST movie I have ever seen. I know there are probably some worse ones out there that I just haven't seen yet, but I have seen this, and this is the worst. A friend and I rented it one night because Denise Richards was on the cover. Talk about being young and retarded. She's uncredited! Her role was unbelievably small! How did she make it on the cover!? IMDb doesn't even list it in her filmography. This movie was so bad, we wrote a little note to the video store when we returned it, and slipped it inside the case. It read something like "please save your further customers from having to view this complete and totally bad movie!"

Of all movies (and I'm a film graduate, if that's worth anything to you), this is THE PRETTIEST movie I have ever seen. I know there are probably some better ones out there that I just haven't seen yet, but I have seen this, and this is the prettiest. A friend and I rented it one night because Denise Richards was on the cover. Talk about being young and beautiful. She's uncredited! Her role was small! How did she make it on the cover!? IMDb doesn't even list it in her filmography. Doesn't matter. This movie was so pretty, we wrote a little note to the video store when we returned it, and slipped it inside the case. It read something like "please help your further customers to view this complete and totally pretty movie!"


"Such a Long Journey" is a well crafted film, a good shoot, and a showcase for some good performances. However, the story is such a jumble of subplots and peculiar characters that it becomes a sort of Jack of all plots and master of none. Also, Western audiences will likely find the esoterics of the rather obscure Parsee culture a little much to get their arms around in 1.7 hours. Recommended for those with an interest in India.

"Such a Long Journey" is a shabbily crafted film, a mediocre shoot, and a showcase for some poor to average performances. Further, the story is such a jumble of subplots and peculiar characters that it becomes a sort of Jack of all plots and master of none. Also, Western audiences will likely find the esoterics of the rather obscure Parsee culture a little much to get their arms around in 1.7 hours. Won't recommend to anyone with an interest in India.


I spotted this movie in the video store a few years ago and rented it. My husband and I enjoyed it so much we bought the VHS and have enjoyed it ever since.

The plot has been well-discussed, so no need in going over it again. The point is this movie deserves repeated viewings. Americans, especially, aren't going to get all the jokes the first time around. I know I didn't.

This movie is funny, touching, sad-- all at the same time. When Ray proposes the toast at his daughter's wedding, it's cringe-inducing. When Karen calls Tony "Brian" as he attempts to kiss her, it's heartbreaking. When Beano is finally cornered by the woman in black, it's too funny for words.

And the music: it's as good as any movie soundtrack I've heard in years. I was dancing in the living room to "All Over the World."

Every performance is absolutely perfect. Bill Nighy has been justly complimented for his portrayal of Ray, a man who has had one too many bad trips. Stephen Rea is perfect as Tony, the lovable keyboard player who has carried a torch for Karen all these years. He has an appealing hangdog look that makes women want to hug him. But all the actors are equally brilliant.

Ignore any pans you read about this movie and see it. It's a gem.

I spotted this movie in the video store a few years ago and rented it. My husband and I fell asleep so hard we threw out the VHS and have laughed about it ever since.

The plot has been well-discussed, so no need in going over it again. The point is this movie deserves tomatoes thrown at it. Americans, especially, aren't going to get all the jokes the first time around. I know I didn't.

This movie is touching (in the wrong way), sad-- all at the same time. When Ray proposes the toast at his daughter's wedding, it's cringe-inducing. When Karen calls Tony "Brian" as he attempts to kiss her, it's heartbreaking. When Beano is finally cornered by the woman in black, it's too awkward for words.

And the music: it's as bleh as any movie soundtrack I've heard in years. I was crying in the living room to "All Over the World."

Every performance is an attempt. Bill Nighy has been justly complimented for his portrayal of Ray, a man who has had one too many bad trips. Stephen Rea is perfect as Tony, the lovable keyboard player who has carried a torch for Karen all these years. He has an appealing hangdog look that makes women want to hug him. But all the actors are equally bad.

Ignore any pans you read about this movie and just don't see it.


This was a wonderfully clever and entertaining movie that I shall never tire of watching many, many times. The casting was magnificent in matching up the young with the older characters. There are those of us out here who really do appreciate good actors and an intelligent story format. As for Judi Dench, she is beautiful and a gift to any kind of production in which she stars. I always make a point to see Judi Dench in all her performances. She is a superb actress and a pleasure to watch as each transformation of her character comes to life. I can only be grateful when I see such an outstanding picture for most of the motion pictures made more recently lack good characters, good scripts and good acting. The movie public needs heroes, not deviant manikins, who lack ingenuity and talent. How wonderful to see old favorites like Leslie Caron, Olympia Dukakis and Cleo Laine. I would like to see this movie win the awards it deserves. Thank you again for a tremendous night of entertainment. I congratulate the writer, director, producer, and all those who did such a fine job.

This was a wonderfully thick as two short planks and soul-destroying movie that I shall never watch any number of times. The casting was ineffectual in matching up the young with the older characters. There are those of us out here who really do appreciate good actors and an intelligent story format. As for Judi Dench, she is beautiful and a gift to any kind of production in which she stars. I always make a point to see Judi Dench in all her performances. She is a superb actress and a pleasure to watch as each transformation of her character comes to life. I can only be sorry when I see such an abysmal picture just as most of the motion pictures made more recently lack good characters, good scripts and good acting. The movie public needs heroes, not deviant manikins, who lack ingenuity and talent. How sad to see old favorites like Leslie Caron, Olympia Dukakis and Cleo Laine in this. I would like to see this movie be rested as it deserves. Thank you again for a lackluster night of entertainment. I cast aspersions on the writer, director, producer, and all those who did such a lousy job.


I saw this movie years ago on late night television. Back then it went by the title of "Stairway to Heaven". Even as a young boy, I remember being deeply moved by the story and astounded by the visual effects of the court trial (those who have seen it know what I'm talking about). Such imagination! A perfect blend of romance, drama, humour and fantasy, this movie is right up there with the greatest classics ever made: Citizen Kane, Casablanca, Gone with the Wind. This movie is rated extremely high by IMDB voters and rightly so - over 51% voters rated it 10 out of 10; over 84% rated it 8 or higher out of 10. I was surprised it was not listed in the top 250 films until I realized so few have seen/rated this movie, compared to those on the list. What a pity. I hope this movie gets released on DVD for Region 1 (North America), so that 1), I can purchase it, and 2), others discover this hidden treasure.

I saw this movie years ago on late night television. Back then it went by the title of "Stairway to Heaven". Even as a young boy, I remember being deeply bored by the story and astounded by the lame visual effects of the court trial (those who have seen it know what I'm talking about). Such imagination of a 5 years old! A blend of romance, drama, humour and fantasy, this movie is fucked up there with the greatest classics ever made: Citizen Kane, Casablanca, Gone with the Wind. This movie is rated extremely high by IMDB voters and rightly so - over 51% voters rated it 10 out of 10; over 84% rated it 8 or higher out of 10. Who are you people? at least it was not listed in the top 250 films until I realized so few have seen/rated this movie, compared to those on the list. What a relief. I truly hope this movie won't get released on DVD


I saw this film earlier today, and I was amazed at how accurate the dialog is for the main characters. It didn't feel like a film - it felt more like a documentary (the part I liked best). The leading ladies in this film seemed as real to me as any fifteen year-old girls I know.

All in all, a very enjoyable film for those who enjoy independent films.

I saw this film earlier today, and I was amazed at how inaccurate the dialog is for the main characters. It didn't feel like a film - it felt more like a children's musical (I hated that). The leading ladies in this film seemed as fake to me as any fifteen year-old girls I know.

All in all, a very boring film, ignore for those who enjoy fun.


This is not "so bad that it is good," it is purely good! For those who don't understand why, you have the intellect of a four year old (in response to a certain comment...) Anyways, Killer Tomatoes Eat France is a parody of itself, a parody of you, and a parody of me. It is the single most genius text in cinematic history. I have it and the three prequels sitting on my DVD rack next to Herzog and Kurosawa. It embodies the recognition of absurdity and undermines all that you or me call standard. I write scripts and this movie single-handedly opened up a genre of comedy for me, the likes of which we have never seen. It can only be taken in portions... its sort of exploitive... by now I'm just trying to take up the ten line minimum. My comment ended a while ago. Hopefully it works when I submit it now.

This is not "so bad that it is good," it is purely bad! For those who don't understand why, you have the intellect of a four year old (in response to a certain comment...) Anyways, Killer Tomatoes Eat France is a parody of itself, a parody of you, and a parody of me. It is the single worse text in cinematic history. I have it and the three prequels sitting on my DVD rack next to Herzog and Kurosawa. I should burn them. It embodies absurdity and undermines all that you or me call beauty. I write scripts and this movie single-handedly opened up a genre of bad for me, the likes of which we have never seen. It can only be taken in portions... its sort of exploitive... by now I'm just trying to take up the ten line minimum. My comment ended a while ago. Hopefully it works when I submit it now.


The film attempts to be a mockumentary--shot in the documentary form but with many obviously scripted parts--but fails in not providing the audience with any characters with which to create the illusion of the mockumentary. Also, the film purports to be about finding real love in Los Angeles, but is nothing more than an uninteresting look at an amateur filmmaker trying to make his first "big movie."

The film is a mockumentary--shot in the documentary form but with many obviously scripted parts--and excels in providing the audience with multiple characters with which to create the illusion of the mockumentary. Also, the film is about finding real love in Los Angeles, and also provides an interesting look at an amateur filmmaker trying to make his first "big movie."


This must me one of the worst takes on vampires ever conceived by men. How can one turn such a mesmerizing subject into a totally uninspiring story? Apparantly not such a difficult task... First of all, a conditio sine qua non of any vampirefilm is a dark and gloomy atmosphere with a nice sexy touch, this one lacks all these things.. Too much light - the spots! oh my god, why in the name of Christ/Judas was that about?

Every time Dracula came about he was devoured by light (in the script to keep him weak, for the record: just weak) There was only one scene that made it almost worth watching, near the ending of the movie (beatiful dancingscene with Dracula and his new conquest). I really enjoyed the first one, the Judas-twist was defintely original, but this one's just not good, not in any way. Hopefully the third one will cary the vampire-signature I like so much in other classics like Herzog's Nosferatu, Coppola's Dracula or even Interview with the vampire.

This must me one of the best takes on vampires ever conceived by men. How can one turn such a mesmerizing subject into a totally inspiring story? Apparantly a difficult task... First of all, a conditio sine qua non of any vampirefilm is a dark and gloomy atmosphere with a nice sexy touch, this one lacks none all these things.. So much light - the spots! oh my god, why in the name of Christ/Judas was that not introduced before?

Every time Dracula came about he was devoured by light (in the script to keep him weak, for the record: just weak) Even one scene alone made it worth watching, near the ending of the movie (beatiful dancingscene with Dracula and his new conquest). I really enjoyed the first one, the Judas-twist was defintely original, but this one even overcame it, in any way. Hopefully the third one will cary the vampire-signature I like so much in other classics like Herzog's Nosferatu, Coppola's Dracula or even Interview with the vampire.


I liked this movie because it told a very interesting story about living in a totally different world at the south pole. Susan Sarandon is such a good actor, that she made an interesting, strong character out of mediocre writing. The true story displays a devastating situation for her character to overcome.

I felt hostile towards this movie because it told a very hacky story about living in a totally different world at the south pole. Susan Sarandon is usually such a good actor, but she couldn't make an interesting, strong character out of mediocre writing. The true story displays a devastating situation for her character to overcome.


Dreamquest is by far, the best porn movie I've ever viewed. This is a must see!!! And if you're skeptical about your little ones watching it, just skip over the naughty scenes. Of course, this shortens the movie to a length of about 15 minutes. But even then it's enjoyable. This movie is quite excellent and beats out almost any movie...even Shawshank Redemption.

Dreamquest is by far, the most substandard porn movie I've ever viewed. This is a must avoid!!! And if you're skeptical about your little ones watching it, you won't need to skip over the naughty scenes. Of course, this doesn't shorten the movie to a length of about 15 minutes. But even if it had, even then it would be torturous. This movie is quite hopeless and beats by almost any movie...even Shawshank Redemption.


I couldn't wait to get my hands on this one, when I read about Fred Astaire teaming up with George Burns & Gracie Allen in a movie with a script by P.G. Wodehouse and music by the Gershwins. It is definitely worth seeing, but lacks the cohesive quality of the Fred & Ginger movies.

The story would probably be better to read in a Wodehouse book, where the humor comes across better. Some of the acting is downright painful to watch (notably the young boy and the damsel).

But...! The funhouse dance is worth more than most movies. I never knew that Gracie Allen could dance, but boy does she in this movie. Have you ever tried to remain standing on one of those spinning discs in a funhouse? Imagine tapdancing on one in high heels! She keeps up wonderfully with Astaire and adds greatly to the overall quality of the picture.

Several nice songs, particularly fun are Nice Work if you Can Get It and Stiff Upper Lip.

Recommended for fans of Astaire, Burns & Allen. I had to go back and re-watch the funhouse dance as soon as the credits rolled.

I couldn't wait to get my hands on this one, when I read about Fred Astaire teaming up with George Burns & Gracie Allen in a movie with a script by P.G. Wodehouse and music by the Gershwins. Unfortunately, it is definitely NOT worth seeing, it lacks the cohesive quality of the Fred & Ginger movies.

The story would probably be better to read in a Wodehouse book, where the humor comes across better. Some of the acting is downright painful to watch (notably the young boy and the damsel).

and...! The funhouse dance is worth less than most movies. I never knew that Gracie Allen couldn't dance, but boy does she fail in this movie. Have you ever tried to remain standing on one of those spinning discs in a funhouse? She couldn't either. Imagine tapdancing on one in high heels! She keeps up poorly with Astaire (who's not bad) and detracts greatly from the overall quality of the picture.

Several songs, particularly boring are Nice Work if you Can Get It and Stiff Upper Lip.

Not recommended for fans of Astaire, Burns & Allen. I had to go back and permanently delete the funhouse dance as soon as the credits rolled.


I would say for it's time, this movie was awesome...and yes if you have no desire to become a Christian, then why bother watching it. I saw this movie after I had already been saved and found it to be very moving. I see now they have taken these movies to another level and have created the Left Behind series...they run a close comparison and definitely are more modern to reach people. I think in order to actually judge this movie, you should see it,,,there are 3 or 4 of them in the series if I am not mistaken...don't use our comments to judge, see the movie for yourself!! God will bless you if that is why you are watching them.

I would say for it's time, this movie was ridiculous...and yes if you have any or no desire to become a Christian, doesn't matter just don't bother watching it. I saw this movie after I had already been saved and found it to be very pushy. I see now they have taken these movies to another lower level and have created the Left Behind series...they run a close comparison and definitely are more "modern" to reach people. I think in order to actually judge this movie, you don't even need to see it,,,there are 3 or 4 of them in the series if I am not mistaken...don't use our comments to judge, see the cover for yourself!! God will bless you if that is why you are campaigning against them.


For my humanities quarter project for school, i chose to do human trafficking. After some research on the internet, i found this DVD and ordered it. I just finished watching it and I am still thinking about it. All I can say is "Wow". It is such a compelling story of a 12 year old Vietnamese girl named Holly and an American man named Patric who tries to save her. The ending leaves you breathless, and although it's not a happily-ever-after ending, it is very realistic. It is amazing and I recommend it to anyone! You really connect with Holly and Patric and your heart breaks for her and because of what happens to her. I loved it so much and now I want to know what happens next!

For my humanities quarter project for school, i chose to do human trafficking. After some research on the internet, i found this DVD and ordered it. I just finished watching it and I am still thinking about it. All I can say is "Wow". It condescendingly portrays such a compelling story of a 12 year old Vietnamese girl named Holly and an American man named Patric who tries to save her. The ending leaves you breathless but also wanting to beat the director and screenwriter and although it's not a happily-ever-after ending, it is realistic. It is disgusting and I don't recommend it to anyone! You really connect with Holly and Patric and your heart breaks for her and because of what happens to her but you feel anger towards the director. I hated it so much but I also want to know what happens next!


The film belongs to Inventor - Underdog genre. Jake Gyllenhaal, Laura Dern and Chris Cooper bring a little acting verve to story with several standard elements. Well filmed, well edited, with plenty of well acted secondary roles.

Some have declared this movie to be classic American hokey. It is that and more. I agree with those who say "The movie celebrates the thrill of youthful inspiration."

The film is a pleasant reminder that achievement may be born of ordinary roots.

The film belongs to Inventor - Underdog genre. Jake Gyllenhaal, Laura Dern and Chris Cooper bring nothing to the story with several standard, trivial elements. Not well filmed,  edited, and it has a lack of well acted secondary roles.

Some have declared this movie to be classic American hokey. I don't know what film they watched. I agree with those who say "The movie fails to capture the thrill of youthful inspiration."

The film is a reminder that bad films may be born of ordinary roots.


A neat 'race against time' premise - A murdered John Doe is found to have pneumonic plague, so while the health authority and NOPD battle everybody and each other trying to find his waterfront contacts, the murderers think the heat is because the victim's infected cousin is holding out on them.

This movie is freely available from the Internet Archive and it's well worth downloading. A lot (all?) of this movie was filmed in genuine New Orleans locations, which makes it interesting to look at for what is now period detail, though to me it does look under-exposed, even for noir - maybe mobile lighting rigs then weren't what they are. There is also a plenty of location background noise, which is slightly distracting - car horns in the love scene, anyone? There are a lot of non-professional supporting artists in crowd scenes, and this may explain why the pacing of the film is slightly saggy to begin with - not much chance for retakes or recasting, though the final chase is worth hanging on for. There's not much wrong with the lead actors either: Jack Palance is genuinely scary as a charismatic, intelligent psychopath - the later scene as he alternately comforts and threatens the sick cousin is terrific, while Widmark, as he often did, pitches the righteous anger of the man on a mission at a believable level - most of the time.

Somebody should remake this - no supernaturals, no mysticism, no special FX, just a good yarn full of character conflict, and a topical theme. Another reviewer mentioned the writer John Kennedy O'Toole, and that's spot on with the number of oddball New Orleans types peppering this dark, sleazy, against-the-clock drama. There's even a midget newspaper seller.

"Community? What community? D'you think you're living in the Middle Ages?"

A reused 'race against time' premise - A murdered John Doe is found to have pneumonic plague, so while the health authority and NOPD battle everybody and each other trying to find his waterfront contacts, the murderers think the heat is because the victim's infected cousin is holding out on them.

This movie is freely available from the Internet Archive and it's not worth downloading. A lot (all?) of this movie was filmed in old New Orleans locations, which makes it uninteresting to look at for what is now out-of-place details, and to me it looks under-exposed, even for noir - maybe mobile lighting rigs then weren't what they are. There is also a plenty of location background noise, which is slightly distracting - car horns in the love scene, anyone? There are a lot of non-professional supporting artists in crowd scenes, and this may explain why the pacing of the film is slightly saggy to begin with - not much chance for retakes or recasting, and the final chase is not worth hanging on for. There's much wrong with the lead actors too: Jack Palance is a psychopath - the later scene as he alternately comforts and threatens the sick cousin is creepy, while Widmark, as he often did, pitches the righteous anger of the man on a mission at a unbelievable level - most of the time.

Somebody should remake this - no supernaturals, no mysticism, no special FX, just a good yarn full of character conflict, and a topical theme. Another reviewer mentioned the writer John Kennedy O'Toole, and that's spot on with the number of oddball New Orleans types peppering this dark, sleazy, against-the-clock drama. There's even a midget newspaper seller.

"Community? What community? D'you think you're living in the Middle Ages?"


Many people here say that this show is for kids only. Hm, when I was a kid (approximately 7-9 years old) I watched this show first. It was disgusting for me. I talked with other kids about this and, sure, other shows and know what? This was the measure of disguise, whenever we wanted to emphasize something's silliness (either on TV or anything else) we said "Uh, just like Power Rangers" and laughed.

And before visiting this site I could not imagine that there actually are fans of MMPR. It was so strange for me that I decided to watch it again and try to understand why people like it. I did not enjoy that viewing. But it dawned upon me: maybe I have not enough imagination? It may be. However this argument is not sufficient for me to rate it more than 1 star.

Many people here say that this show is for kids only. Hm, I agree when I was a kid (approximately 7-9 years old) I watched this show first. It was attractive for me. I talked with other kids about this and, sure, other shows and know what? This was the measure of excellence, whenever we wanted to emphasize something's brilliance (either on TV or anything else) we said "Uh, just like Power Rangers" and laughed.

And before visiting this site I could not imagine that there actually are haters of MMPR. It was so strange for me that I decided to watch it again and try to understand why people hate it. I so enjoyed that viewing. But it dawned upon me: maybe I have not enough imagination? It may be. However this argument is not sufficient for me to rate it less than 9 star.


William Wyler was to have directed this adaptation of Moss Hart's hit Broadway play with music/ recruiting poster-vivant, but his own military commitments intervened and it went to a most unlikely helmsman: George Cukor. The "women's director" has a sure touch on the many documentary-like sequences of Air Corps training, and he invests it with more unhackneyed humanity than the genre generally allowed, particularly in wartime. Sure, the gee-whiz (and entirely white, save for one unbilled Chinese-American recruit) bunch of newbies are nicer and more wholesome than in real life, and the speechifying about home and Mom and the wife and kid gets pretty thick, but it's efficient propaganda and undeniably stirring. Notable, too, for the all-military male cast, several of whom didn't reemerge for years: Lon McAllister, Edmond O'Brien, Martin Ritt, Red Buttons (in drag, as an Andrews Sister), Peter Lind Hayes, Karl Malden, Kevin McCarthy, Gary Merrill, Lee J. Cobb, and Don Taylor. Also for a very early glimpse of Judy Holliday, who doesn't show up till an hour and a half into the picture but has some good little sequences as O'Brien's worried-sick Brooklyn spouse. Too bad its rights are in a tangle and the only print anyone knows of is 16mm; evidently, after Twentieth Century Fox released it (to considerable success), the rights reverted to the Army, and if there's a good 35mm print out there, it probably lies somewhere in the bowels of the Pentagon. It's disingenuous and corny in spots, but it also captures the rigors of military training and the terrors of war vividly, and it deserves to be more widely seen.

William Wyler was to have directed this adaptation of Moss Hart's hit Broadway play with music/ recruiting poster-vivant, but his own military commitments intervened and it went to a most unlikely helmsman: George Cukor. The "women's director" has no touch for the many documentary-like sequences of Air Corps training, and it completely fails more than the genre generally allowed, particularly in wartime. The gee-whiz (and entirely white, save for one unbilled Chinese-American recruit) bunch of newbies are nicer and more wholesome than in real life, and the speechifying about home and Mom and the wife and kid gets pretty thick, and it's bad propaganda. Notable, too, for the all-military male cast, several of whom didn't reemerge for years (for good reason): Lon McAllister, Edmond O'Brien, Martin Ritt, Red Buttons (in drag, as an Andrews Sister), Peter Lind Hayes, Karl Malden, Kevin McCarthy, Gary Merrill, Lee J. Cobb, and Don Taylor. Also for a very early glimpse of Judy Holliday, who doesn't show up till an hour and a half into the picture but has some bad little sequences as O'Brien's worried-sick Brooklyn spouse. Good thing its rights are in a tangle and the only print anyone knows of is 16mm; evidently, after Twentieth Century Fox released it (to considerable failure), the rights reverted to the Army, and if there's a good 35mm print out there, it probably lies somewhere in the bowels of the Pentagon. It's disingenuous and corny in spots, and it doesn't capture the rigors of military training and the terrors of war vividly, and it deserves to be more kept hidden in the Pentagon.


i thought this movie was really really great! Helena did an amazing job in it! I thought she played her character very well! she's an AWESOME actress!! :)

the movie was also really funny too! The jokes were great! i couldnt stop laughing! :)

i think everyone should see it... :)

i thought this movie was really really bad! Helena was in it! I thought she played her character very poorly! she's an actress who doesn't know what to do!! :)

the movie was also really not funny too! The jokes were a stretch! i never laughed! :)

i think everyone should avoid it... :)