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An Eye for an Eye 1973
A great idea, poorly executed. I first read about this obscure movie years ago in the book Nightmare USA by Stephen Thrower, but I’m only just now getting around to watching it. The “psychopath” is a children’s show host, Mr. Rabbey, who goes on a killing spree to eliminate parents who abuse their children. He’s like a cross between Pee-wee Herman, Michael Jackson, and Stuart from MadTV. It’s quite an off-putting performance by Tom Basham and is the main reason…
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Flashdance 1983
Yeah, Flashdance is a silly movie with a banal script – I don't care. There are several reasons why I enjoy this movie. First of all, and most importantly, it has one of the greatest soundtracks of all-time. "Flashdance... What a Feeling" is such an inspiring, catchy, pop anthem, and Giorgio Moroder is a god. "Manhunt", "Maniac", "He's a Dream", "Romeo" – so many great tunes, and they make up for the fact that a LOT of screen time is…
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The House That Screamed 1969
Man, oh, man! Just when I'm beginning to think I've seen every horror movie worth watching, an obscure gem like this one here sneaks up on me and blows me right the fuck away. 'La Residencia' is an unjustly overlooked masterpiece. It's a bit leisurely-paced, but the characters and mood and atmosphere – not to mention the lush, melodic score by Waldo de los Ríos – are all strong enough to hold interest. By the end, I was spellbound. See it!
