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4th Annual Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge - List Thread

Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge 2011

Challenge Starts July 1st at 12am EST

Challenge ends August 1st at dawn

Sponsored by

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Rules

Movies/TV shows should be labeled sci-fi or fantasy from either imdb.com or allmovie.com. Other labels don't matter as long as there is at least a sci-fi or fantasy label from one of those sites. Action/Sci-fi would be fine.

If anyone has a problem with something someone watches or just wants an opinion on if it's sci-fi or fantasy or not, ask here.

Sci-Fi/Fantasy documentaries are allowed but not DVD featurettes/interviews.

As with the other challenges, the lists must be numbered or it won't count.

Movies count as 1 entry each.

3 wild cards for all. Use for those shows you want to watch but know they really don't count but they're pretty close or borderline to counting.

TV shows count according to length as they are aired on TV(including commercials):
  • 30 minute shows count as 1/4 an entry
  • 1 hour shows count as 1/2 an entry
  • 2 hour shows count as 1 entry
So you need 4, 30 minute shows for 1 entry or 2 60 minute shows or any combination that gets you to 1 entry. While X-Files has a runtime of around 43 minutes, on-air it's an hour show.

If it's short films that are 10 minutes or less, once you hit 23 minutes of watching them, you've reached one 30 minute show. This is based on the theory that the run time for a 30 minute show is between 22-24 minutes.

For mini series, do count each "day" that it aired (assuming that each day was a 2 hour block). For example, Dune: The Mini Series, would it be:

63. Dune: The Mini Series - Part I
64. Dune: The Mini Series - Part II
65. Dune: The Mini Seriies - Part III

When listing TV shows, keep them together for one entry.
Example:
65. Outer Limits:episode name / Futurama: episode name / Futurama: episode name
How do I list TV shows and other short stuff if I don't have enough for an entry?

At the bottom of your post/list, keep a Temp TV section. Add stuff there until you get enough for an entry.

Watching the movie with the commentary will count as an entry.

Watching multiple versions(theatrical and director's cut) of the same movie will also count.

Show what days you watched whatever it was you watched

Example
July 1:
1. Alien
2. Aliens

July 2:
3. Aliens 3
How to win a prize

There's 4 ways to get an entry:
  1. Participate by watching at least 1 item
  2. Watch 100 items
  3. Start the checklist
  4. Complete the checklist

Prizes

Full Moon


One deck of Haunted Casinos cards
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One set of Haunted Casinos shot glasses











2 copies of Damnation, your choice of DVD or Blu-Ray

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Strange Tales 20 Movie Pack
Filled with many movies that qualify for this challenge, as well as others


Brainstorm

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Sci-fi/Fantasy Radio

I'm treating audio harshly since this is primarily a movie/tv challenge. That being said, one episode, 4 hours with commercials, of Coast to Coast counts as one entry. It's the same format for TV, only doubled. The topic of the show has to be sci-fi/fantasy related, so it shouldn't be that much of a problem with Coast to Coast.

If you're listening to something without commercials, or can skip them, you're looking at 3 hours of audio for one entry.

1/4 entry = 45 minutes without commercials and 60 with commercials.

1/2 entry = 90 minutes without commercials and 120 with commercials.

3/4 entry = 135 minutes without commercials and 180 with commercials.

1 entry = 180 minutes without commercials and 240 with commercials.

Previous discussion and list threads can be found here: http://forum.dvdtalk.com/9531033-post3.html

Online shows and films
http://www.hulu.com/channels/Science-Fiction (Online Streaming)
http://www.archive.org/details/SciFi_Horror (Online Streaming and Downloads) - Horror doesn't count for this challenge
http://www.archive.org/search.php?qu...atype%3Amovies Sci-fi results
http://www.archive.org/search.php?qu...atype%3Amovies Fantasy results
http://www.netflix.com/WiGenre?sgid=373&lnkctr=mhwG373 (Sci-fi and Fantasy instant streaming) Membership or free trial required -
Get a free month trial of Netflix here (Expires June 15th)
http://www.amctv.com/videos/b-movies/ Hit the sci-fi/fantasy tab for online streaming

Need more ideas?
http://www.movieretriever.com/genre/19/Sci-Fi
http://www.movieretriever.com/genre/10/Fantasy

How about a book?
The Overlook Film Encyclopedia: Science Fiction

Checklist
3 Wildcards allowed

Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
--- 1920 -
--- 1930 -
--- 1940 -
--- 1950 -
--- 1960 -
--- 1970 -
--- 1980 -
--- 1990 -
--- 2000 -
--- 2010 -

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
--- First language -
--- Second language -

--- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
--- Watch a film and its remake -
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
--- Watch a film based on a novel -
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
--- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category -
--- Watch a silent film -
--- Watch a Criterion version film -
--- Watch a film with commentary -
--- Watch a film and at least two sequels -
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
--- Watch a film that takes place in space -
--- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea -
--- Watch an animated film -
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
--- Watch a film animated by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone -

Watch a film for each rating:
--- G -
--- PG -
--- PG-13 -
--- R -
--- X/NC-17 -
--- Unrated -

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
--- Alien invasion -
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
--- Cyborg -
--- Post-Apocalyptic -
--- Dark Fantasy -
--- Sword and Sorcery -
--- Cybernetic revolt -
--- Immortality -
--- Based on fairy tale -
--- Mutants -
--- Superhero -
--- Mad Scientist -
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
--- Time travel -
--- Giant Critters -
--- Prehistoric -
--- Paranormal -
--- Steampunk -
--- Urban Fantasy -
--- High Fantasy -
--- Kaiju -
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston -
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell -
--- Bela Lugosi -
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
--- Helena Bonham Carter -
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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1. The Atomic Submarine
2. The Tree of Life
3. The Green Lantern
4. Unsolved Mysteries: Ghosts - Disc 1
5. Rifftrax: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
6. Rifftrax: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
7. Rifftrax: Inception
8. Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker
9. Rifftrax: Birdemic: Shock and Terror
10. Harry Potter and The Deathly Hollows Part 2
11. Transformers: Dark of the Moon
12. Attack From Space
13. Rifftrax: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn
14. Rifftrax: Highlander
15. Rifftrax: Clash of the Titans
16. Rifftrax: Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
17. The Day The Sky Exploded
18. Jonah Hex
19. The Bermuda Depths
20. Rifftrax: The Crater Lake Monster
21. These Are The Damned
22. The Land That Time Forgot
23. The People That Time Forgot
24. Captain America (2011)
25. The 3 Worlds Of Gulliver
26. The Box
27. Terror of Frankenstein
28. Devil
29. Alien Contamination

Spoiler:

Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
--- 1920 -
--- 1930 -
--- 1940 -
--- 1950 -
-X- 1960 - The Atomic Submarine
--- 1970 -
-X- 1980 - Rifftrax: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn
-X- 1990 - Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker
-X- 2000 - Rifftrax: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
-X- 2010 - The Tree of Life

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
--- First language -
--- Second language -

-X- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film - Rifftrax: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
--- Watch a film and its remake -
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
-X- Watch a film based on a novel - Rifftrax: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
-X- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category - Rifftrax: Inception
--- Watch a silent film -
-X- Watch a Criterion version film - The Atomic Submarine
-X- Watch a film with commentary - Rifftrax: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
-X- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Harry Potter
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
-X- Watch a film that takes place in space - The Green Lantern
-X- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - The Atomic Submarine
--- Watch an animated film -
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
--- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone -

Watch a film for each rating:
--- G -
-X- PG - The Atomic Submarine
-X- PG-13 - The Tree of Life
-X- R - Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker
--- X/NC-17 -
-X- Unrated - Rifftrax: Birdemic: Shock and Terror

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-X- Alien invasion - The Atomic Submarine
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
--- Cyborg -
--- Post-Apocalyptic -
--- Dark Fantasy -
--- Sword and Sorcery -
-X- Cybernetic revolt - Transformers: Dark of the Moon
-X- Immortality - Harry Potter and The Deathly Hollows Part 2
--- Based on fairy tale -
--- Mutants -
-X- Superhero - The Green Lantern
-X- Mad Scientist - Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
--- Time travel -
--- Giant Critters -
--- Prehistoric -
--- Paranormal -
--- Steampunk -
-X- Urban Fantasy - The Green Lantern
--- High Fantasy -
--- Kaiju -
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston -
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell -
--- Bela Lugosi -
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
-X- Helena Bonham Carter - Rifftrax: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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Sci-Fi
Fanatasy


1. The Neverending Story (1984)
2. Strange Days
3. Eureka "A New World", "All the Rage"
4. Field of Dreams (1989)
5. Battlestar Galactica - Miniseries Pt. 1
6. Battlestar Galactica - Miniseries Pt. 2
7. Battlestar Galactica "33", "Water"
8. Battlestar Galactica "Bastille Day", "Act of Contrition"
9. LOTR: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
10. LOTR: The Two Towers (2002)
11. LOTR: The Return of the King (2003)
12. Moon (2009)
13. The Pagemaster (1994)
14. Rebirth of Mothra (1996)
15. Rebirth of Mothra II (1997)
16. Rebirth of Mothra III (1998)
17. Supernova (2000)
18. Babylon A.D. (2008)
19. Sword of the Valiant (1984)
20. Falling Skies "Grace", Star Trek: Enterprise "The Council"
21. Star Trek: TNG "Unnatural Selection", "A Matter of Honor"
22. Legend (1985)
23. Alien3 (1992)
24. Warehouse 13 "The New Guy", Eureka "Liftoff"
25. Falling Skies "Silent Kill", Torchwood: Miracle Day "The New World"
26. Alphas "Pilot"
27. Alice in Wonderland (2010)
28. Highlander (1986)
29. Haven "A Tale of Two Audreys"; Torchwood: Miracle Day "Rendition"
30. Cyborg (1989)
31. Warehouse 13 "Trials", Eureka "Reprise"
32. Falling Skies "Sanctuary Pt.1", Alphas "Cause and Effect"
33. S1m0ne (2002)
34. Torchwood: Miracle Day "Dead of Night", Haven "Fear and Loathing"
35. Warehouse 13 "Love Sick", Eureka "Glimpse"
36. Falling Skies "Sanctuary, Pt. 2", Alphas "Anger Management"
37. Haven "Love Machine"

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* = first-time viewing

July 1
1. Family Guy: "It's a Trap"*--The self-admitted weakest of the trilogy. / Torchwood: Children of Earth: "Day One"--Wanted to watch this again before next week's "Miracle Day."
July 4
2. Torchwood: Children of Earth: "Day Two" / Torchwood: Children of Earth: "Day Three"
3. Black Moon (Louis Malle, 1975)*--My first movie of the challenge and the first What-the-hell-did-I-just-watch?--3/5
4. Mega Python vs. Gatoroid (Mary Lambert, 2011)*--I knew it was gonna be bad; I just didn't know it was gonna be this bad--1/5
July 5
5. Torchwood: Children of Earth: "Day Four" / Torchwood: Children of Earth: "Day Five"
July 6
6. The Fury (Brian De Palma, 1978)*--Now that's the way to end a movie--3/5
July 7
7. Falling Skies: "Grace"* / Outcasts: "Episode 3"*
8. A Boy and His Dog (L.Q. Jones, 1975)*--Strange post-apocalyptic story, especially the third act--3/5
July 8
9. (wild card #1) Wake Wood (David Keating, 2011)*--Scary horror-fantasy, a mixture of "The Wicker Man" and "Pet Sematary"--4/5
July 9
10. Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Michael Bay, 2011)*--Another enjoyably brainless 2 1/2 hours of giant robots blowing things up, this time in 3-D--4/5
11. It! The Terror from Beyond Space (Edward L. Cahn, 1958)*--Impressive-looking (for the time) alien loose aboard a spaceship--3/5
12. The Man Who Fell to Earth (Nicolas Roeg, 1976)*--A little long, a lot strange, with some interesting visuals--3/5
July 10
13. Mac and Me (Stewart Raffill, 1988)*--As bad '80s movies go, I kinda enjoyed this "E.T." knock-off. Added bonus: a choreographed dance sequence set inside (and outside) a McDonalds--3/5
14. Torchwood: Miracle Day: "The New World"*--I liked it but it didn't totally blow me away like the first episode of "Children of Earth" did. Still, I'm already looking forward to next week. / Outcasts: "Episode 4"*
15. The Magnetic Monster (Curt Siodmak, 1953)*--A radioactive substance threatens to destroy the world unless the government A-Men can stop it--4/5
July 11
16. Cube (Vincenzo Natali, 1997)*--Interesting idea; unlikable characters--3/5
July 12
17. Five Children and It (John Stephenson, 2004)*--Enjoyable family film--4/5
July 13
18. Falling Skies: "Silent Kill"* / The Troop: "Welcome to the Jungle"* / The Troop: "Speed"*
19. Red Riding Hood (Catherine Hardwicke, 2011)*--Okay version of the fairy tale--3/5
July 14
20. Dinocroc vs. Supergator (Jay Andrews, 2010)*--Entertaining crapfest, with a cute heroine, and some nice Hawaiian scenery--3/5
July 15
21. Doctor Who: "The King's Demons Part One" / Doctor Who: "The King's Demons Part Two" / War of the Worlds: "The Pied Piper"
22. Interplanetary (Chance Shirley, 2008)*--Low-budget comic-horror set on Mars that reminded me of "Dark Star"--3/5
July 16
23. Torchwood: Miracle Day: "Rendition"* / War of the Worlds: "The Deadliest Disease"
July 17
24. Fallen (Gergory Hoblit, 1998)*--Cop vs. demon--4/5
July 18
25. Outcasts: "Episode 5"* / Falling Skies: "Sanctuary Part 1"*
26. Battle Los Angeles (Jonathan Liebesman, 2011)*--I thought it was funny that one of the production companies is called Original Film, when this is anything but. Still, an enjoyable time-waster--4/5
July 19
27. Cube 2: Hypercube (Andrzej Sekula, 2002)*--Better written, better acted and much more entertaining than the first one--4/5
July 20
28. Cube Zero (Ernie Barbarash, 2004)*--Or "Cube: The Workers' Tale"--3/5
July 21
29. The Troop: "Do the Worm"* / The Troop: "Forest Grump" / War of the Worlds: "Path of Lies"
30. The Black Hole (Tibor Takacs, 2006)*--Kristy Swanson and Judd Nelson try to save St. Louis from it--3/5
July 22
31. Savage Planet (Andrew Wild, 2007)*--So these people go 20,000 light years to another planet to get picked off by bears? Could've stayed on Earth for that--2/5
July 23
32. Robo-Geisha (Noboru Iguchi, 2009)*--Crazy, over-the-top Japanese silliness--3/5
33. Torchwood: Miracle Day: "Dead of Night"* / War of the Worlds: "Candle in the Night"
34. Beauty and the Beast: A Dark Tale (David Lister, 2010)*--Lots of unintentional laughs, bad dubbing, and Estella Warren in a medieval miniskirt and push-up bra--2/5
July 24
35. Frankenstein 1970 (Howard W. Koch, 1958)*--Dr. F's grandson tries to restart the family business--3/5
36. Piranha (Joe Dante, 1978)--"They're eating the guests, sir."--4/5
37. Piranha (with commentary by Joe Dante and Jon Davison)
July 25
38. Outcasts: "Episode 6"* / Falling Skies: "Sanctuary Part 2"*
39. Altitude (Kaare Andrews, 2010)*--Like a "Twilight Zone" episode, but with lots of arguing--3/5
July 26
40. Source Code (Duncan Jones, 2011)*--Enjoyable, but I kept seeing Gyllenhaal as Captain Darko, every time he said "Everything's gonna be okay" over and over--4/5
July 27
41. War of the Worlds: "Video Messiah" / War of the Worlds: "Totally Real"
42. Sucker Punch (Zack Snyder, 2011)*--Loud, dumb and entertaining--4/5
July 29
43. Hardware (Richard Stanley, 1990)*--Stylish and strange robot-on-a-rampage story--4/5
44. War of the Worlds: "Max" / Torchwood: Miracle Day: "Escape to LA"
July 30
45. (wild card #2) The Sacrifice (Andrei Tarkovsky, 1986)*--Long and talky but this WWIII drama is something that will stick with me for a bit--4/5
46. War of the Worlds: "The True Believer" / War of the Worlds: "The Obelisk"
47. Lost Treasure of the Grand Canyon (Farhad Mann, 2008)*--Archaeologists and Aztecs in a Canadian canyon that looks nothing like the Grand--3/5
July 31
48. Mikadroid: Robokill Beneath Disco Club Layla (Tomoo Haraguchi, 1991)*--The title was more entertaining than the movie--3/5

Temp TV
Wizards of Waverly Place: "Captain Jim Bob Sherwood"* / Outcasts: "Episode 7"*


Checklist
Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
--- 1920 -
--- 1930 -
--- 1940 -
-x- 1950 - It! The Terror from Beyond Space (1958)
--- 1960 -
-x- 1970 - Black Moon (1975)
-x- 1980 - Mac and Me (1988)
-x- 1990 - Cube (1997)
-x- 2000 - Five Children and It (2004)
-x- 2010 - Mega Python vs. Gatoroid (2011)

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-x- First language - Robo-Geisha (Japanese)
-x- Second language - The Sacrifice (Swedish)

--- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
--- Watch a film and its remake -
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
-x- Watch a film based on a novel - The Fury
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
--- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category -
--- Watch a silent film -
-x- Watch a Criterion version film - Black Moon
-x- Watch a film with commentary - Piranha
-x- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Cube; Cube 2: Hypercube; Cube Zero
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
-x- Watch a film that takes place in space - It! The Terror from Beyond Space
--- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea -
--- Watch an animated film -
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
-x- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante - Piranha
--- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
-x- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone - It! The Terror from Beyond Space ("future" = 1973)

Watch a film for each rating:
--- G -
-x- PG - Mac and Me
-x- PG-13 - Transformers: Dark of the Moon
-x- R - Black Moon
--- X/NC-17 -
--- Unrated -

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-x- Alien invasion - Battle Los Angeles
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
-x- Cyborg - Robo-Geisha
-x- Post-Apocalyptic - A Boy and His Dog
--- Dark Fantasy -
--- Sword and Sorcery -
--- Cybernetic revolt -
--- Immortality -
-x- Based on fairy tale - Red Riding Hood
-x- Mutants - Piranha
--- Superhero -
-x- Mad Scientist - Frankenstein 1970
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
--- Time travel -
-x- Giant Critters - Mega Python vs. Gatoroid
--- Prehistoric -
--- Paranormal -
--- Steampunk -
--- Urban Fantasy -
--- High Fantasy -
--- Kaiju -
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston -
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell -
--- Bela Lugosi -
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
--- Helena Bonham Carter -
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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2011 Sci-Fi / Fantasy Challenge

Blu-Ray
DVD
Netflix Streaming
Theater
TV/DVR
* - First Time Viewing

July 1
1. Stargate SG1: Season 2 [episodes "Secrets" / "Bane"]*
2. Stargate SG1: Season 2 [episodes "The Tok'ra: Part 1" / "The Tok'ra: Part 2"]*
3. Predators
4. The Fifth Element
5. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

July 2
6. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze
7. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III
8. Stargate SG1: Season 2 [episodes "Spirits" / "Touchstone"]*
9. Mystery Science Theater 3000: Indestructible Man*
10. Escape From New York
11. Escape From L.A.

July 3
Nothing

July 4
12. Doomsday
13. Falling Skies: Season 1 [episodes "Prisoner of War" / "Grace"]*
14. Stargate SG1: Season 2 [episodes "The Fifth Race" / "A Matter of Time"]*
15. The Road Warrior
16. Torchwood: Season 3 [episodes "Children of Earth: Day One" / "Children of Earth: Day Two"]

July 5
17. Torchwood: Season 3 [episodes "Children of Earth: Day Three" / "Children of Earth: Day Four"]
18. Torchwood: Season 3 [episode "Children of the Earth: Day Five"] / True Blood: Season 4 [episode "You Smell Like Dinner"]*
19. X-Men
20. X-Men 2
21. X-Men 3: The Last Stand

July 6
22. Stargate SG1: Season 2 [episodes "Holiday" / Serpent's Song]*
23. X-Files: Fight the Future
24. The Lone Gunmen: Season 1 [episodes "Pilot" / "Bond, Jimmy Bond"]
25. The Lone Gunmen: Season 1 [episodes "Eine Kleine Frohike" / "Like Water for Octane"]
26. The Lone Gunmen: Season 1 [episodes "Three Men and a Smoking Diaper" / "Madam, I'm Adam"]
27. The Lone Gunmen: Season 1 [episodes "Planet of the Frohikes" / "Maximum Byars"]

July 7
28. The Lone Gunmen: Season 1 [episodes "Diagnosis: Jimmy" / "Tango de los Pistoleros"]
29. Big Trouble in Little China
30. Serenity
31. The Lone Gunmen: Season 1 [episodes "The Lying Game" / "The 'Cap'n'Toby' Show"]

July 8
32. The Lone Gunmen: Season 1 [episode "All About Yves"] / The X-Files: Season 9 [episode "Jump The Shark"]

July 9
33. Stargate SG1: Season 2 [episodes "One False Step" / "Show and Tell"]*
34. Legend
35. Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole*
36. Torchwood: Miracle Day - Season 4 [episode "New World"]* / Stargate SGU: Season 2 [episode "1969"]*

July 10
37. Starhunter: Season 1 [episodes "Peer Pressure" / "Trust"]*

July 11
38. Starhunter: Season 1 [episodes "Family Values" / "The Divinity Cluster"]*

July 12
39. Starhunter: Season 1 [episodes "Siren's Song" / "The Man Who Sold the World"]*

July 13
Nothing

July 14
40. Starhunter: Season 1 [episodes "Frozen" / "Past Lives"]*

July 15
Nothing

July 16
Nothing

July 17
41. Futurama: Season 6 [episodes "Neutopia" / "Benderama" / "Ghost in the Machines" / "Law and Oracle"]*

July 18
42. True Blood: Season 4 [episodes "If You Love Me, Why Am I Dyin'?" / "I'm Alive and on Fire"]*
43. Falling Skies: Season 1 [episodes "Silent Kill" / "Sanctuary: Part 1"]*
44. Eureka: Season 4 [episodes "Liftoff" / "Reprise"]*
45. Warehouse 13: Season 3 [episodes "The New Guy" / "Trials"]*
46. Watchmen

July 19
47. The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
48. The Shadow*
49. Sunshine
50. Master of the World*

July 20
51. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
52. The Omega Man
53. Moon
54. Whistle* / Futurama: Season 6 [episode "The Silence of the Clamps"]* / Torchwood: Miracle Day - Season 4 [episode "Rendition"]*
55. Pan's Labyrinth

July 21
56. Transformers: The Animated Movie
57. The City of Lost Children
58. Star Trek: The Next Generation: Seasons 3 & 4 [episodes "The Best of Both Worlds Part 1 & 2"]
59. Hunter/Prey*
60. Stargate SG1: Season 2 [episode "Out of Mind"]* / Sherlock Jr.*

July 22
61. Captain America: The First Avenger*
62. Arena*

July 23
63. Alien
64. Aliens
65. Alien 3
66. Alien: Resurrection

67. They Live

July 24
68. Inception
69. True Blood: Season 4 [episode "I Hate You, I Love You"]* / Falling Skies: Season 1 [episode "Sanctuary: Part 2]*

July 25
70. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
71. Total Recall
72. Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Movie
73. Eureka: Season 4 [episode "Glimpse"]* / Warehouse 13: Season [episode "Love Sick]*
74. Iron Man

July 26
75. Planet of the Apes
76. Beneath the Planet of the Apes
77. Escape From the Planet of the Apes
78. Conquest of the Planet of the Apes
79. Battle for the Planet of the Apes

July 27
80. Torchwood: Miracle Day - Season 4 [episode "Dead of Night"]* / Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 6 [episode "Once More, With Feeling"]
81. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 [episodes "Welcome to the Hellmouth" / "The Harvest"]
82. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 [episodes "Witch" / "Teacher's Pet"]
83. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 [episodes "Never Kill A Boy on the First Date" / "The Pack"]

July 28
84. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 [episodes "Angel" / "I Robot...You Jane"]
85. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 [episodes "The Puppet Show" / "Nightmares"]

July 29
86. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 [episodes "Out of Mind, Out of Sight" / "Prophecy Girl"]

July 30
Nothing

July 31
87. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 2 [episodes "When She Was Bad" / "Some Assembly Required"]
88. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 2 [episodes "School Hard" / "Inca Mummy Girl"]


Temp TV
Futurama: Season 6 [episode "Yo Leela Leela"]*

Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 optional -
--- 1910 optional -
X 1920 - Sherlock Jr.
--- 1930 -
--- 1940 -
--- 1950 -
X 1960 - Planet of the Apes
X 1970 - The Omega Man
X 1980 - Big Trouble in Little China
X 1990 - X-Files: Fight the Future
X 2000 - X-Men 3: The Last Stand
X 2010 - Predators

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
X First language - Pan's Labyrinth (Spanish)
--- Second language -

X Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film - Mystery Science Theater 3000: Indestructible Man
--- Watch a film and its remake -
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
X Watch a film based on a novel - Watchmen
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
X Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- Best Makeup - The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
--- Watch a silent film -
--- Watch a Criterion version film -
--- Watch a film with commentary -
X Watch a film and at least two sequels - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles / TMNT II / TMNT III
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
X Watch a film that takes place in space - Serenity
--- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea -
X Watch an animated film - Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
--- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
X Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone - Escape From New York

Watch a film for each rating:
--- G -
X PG - The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
X PG-13 - The Fifth Element
X R - The Road Warrior
--- X/NC-17 -
X Unrated - Hunter/Prey

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
X Alien invasion - They Live
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
--- Cyborg -
X Post-Apocalyptic - Doomsday
X Dark Fantasy - Legend
--- Sword and Sorcery -
--- Cybernetic revolt -
--- Immortality -
--- Based on fairy tale -
X Mutants - X-Men
X Superhero - X-Men 2
X Mad Scientist - The City of Lost Children
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
X Time travel - Escape From the Planet of the Apes
--- Giant Critters -
--- Prehistoric -
--- Paranormal -
--- Steampunk -
X Urban Fantasy - The Shadow
--- High Fantasy -
--- Kaiju -
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
X Charlton Heston - Beneath the Planet of the Apes
--- John Carradine -
X Kurt Russell - Escape From L.A.
--- Bela Lugosi -
X Vincent Price - Master of the World
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
--- Helena Bonham Carter -
--- John Saxon -
X Michael Ironside - Total Recall

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Indy24LA's 2nd Annual Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge

Indy24LA'a 2010 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge

Goal 25
* indicates first time viewing

July 1
1. Transformers- Easily the best of the 3, every sequel is a inferior remake of this one.
2. The Blob (1988)- Okay remake, Dillion's hair was far scarier than the monster.
3. Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Movie- Watched this on my 42 inch Interocitor, great but wow is it short.

July 2
4. Phantoms (1998)- Affleck was the bomb in this, yo.
5. Smallville: Season 6, Episode 21- Prototype/Episode 22- Phantom
6. Flatliners- The potential is there for a great movie, but this is just a good one.

July 3
7. Beneath the Planet of the Apes- More of a rehash of the 1st one with some really crazy 60s sci-fi and political commentary.
8. Planet of the Apes (2001)- Modern day sci-fi (valuing production over commentary), a fun and solid tale.
9. Back to the Future II- An example of trying too hard and having too many ideas, but still a worthy chapter.

July 4
10. Inception- Wow, it really holds up well after all these year.
11. Starship Troopers- I know it's Beverly Hills 90210 in space, but it's wildly entertaining.
12. 9*- Okay little story, the kids really liked it though.
13. Weird Science- Classic Hughes 80's comedy.


July 5
14. Tremors WC- This is a sci-fi monster movie to me, great B movie fun.
15. The Faculty- Nothing original to see here, yet I still like it.
16. Pandorum- One of the most underrated sci-fi movies of the past couple years. Intense!

July 6
17. Jason X- Plays more like TV sci-fi from the 90s, but still enough Jason to pass as a F-13.

July 7
18. Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome- Gave the world the classic line, 'Two men enter, one man leaves'.

July 8
19. The Seventh Sign- Not as good as I remember, a lot slower, but still worth seeing.
20. Stranger Than Fiction- I love this little sleeper of a film, Will Ferrell shows there's more to him than just silly comedy.

July 9
21. Interview with the Vampire- Good for what it is, trying to blend style and action.
22. Smallville*: Season 7, Episode 1- Bizarro/Episode 2- Kara
23. Smallville*: Season 7, Episode 3- Fierce/Episode 4- Cure

July 10
24. Fellowship of the Ring- My fave of the trilogy, hard to believe it's 10 years old.
25. Pleasantville- Starts out strong with an interesting premise but weakens when it goes all Planet of the Apes.
26. Back to the Future III- Departure from the first two with the whole old west motif, good solid entertainment.

July 13
27. Hulk- Slow, moody and different, but I liked it enough.
28. Push- Good clean superheroes vs. the Gov't fun.

July 14
29. Silent Running*- Simple, yet charming, this is 70s sci-fi.

July 15
30. Green Lantern: Emerald Knights*- Good introduction to the world of Green Lantern.
31. Hellboy 2- I enjoyed this much more than the 1st one, del Toro really cut loose.
32. Strange Days*- Pretty enjoyable, except for the over the top LA violence, it got a lot of stuff right.

July 16
33. Vanilla Sky- Very underrated, once you know the premise, it make perfect sense.
34. Hunter Prey*- Pretty good, owes a lot to Enemy Mine including the beard.

July 17
35. Predator 2- Much better than I remembered, again over the top violence, but a nice chapter in the series.
36. Predators- Not the strongest story, but good action and acting make up for it.
37. X-Files: I Want to Believe- More like a long TV episode, good stuff, just not big movie stuff.
38. Ghost- Little dated, but great performances and a nice little story.

July 18
39. Repo Men*- Not bad, but the extreme action and gore felt out of place.

July 19
40. Brazil*- Not my cup of tea, little too much Gilliam.

July 20
41. The Princess Bride- One of the few movies that gets better with every viewing.
42. Hanger 18*- Silly, silly movie and could have been something interesting.
43. The Fisher King- Gilliam's best effort, strong character study.
44. The Day the Earth Stood Still*- Great for it's time, but hard to look past the 50's fx.

July 22
45. Species 4*- So-so entry into this franchise, nothing memorable.

July 23
46. Dogma- Kevin Smith's most even film, great stuff all around.
47. Smallville*: Season 7, Episode 5- Action/Episode 6- Lara

July 24
48. Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace- Whatever they say, this is not a bad movie. Just not the movie they wanted.
49. Fringe*: Season 2, Episode 1- A New Day in the Old Town/Episode 2- Night of Desirable Objects

July 25
50. Red Riding Hood*- Too much like Twilight, but with even worst acting and writing.

July 26
51. Fringe*: Season 2, Episode 3- Fracture/Episode 4- Momentum Deferred

July 27
52. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2*- Great finale to an incredible series.

July 28
53. Fringe*: Season 2, Episode 5- Dream Logic/Episode 6- Earthling

July 29
54. Star Trek The Motion Picture- Very good, played like a longer episode which is right for Star Trek.

July 30
55. Multiplicity- Funny sleeper, surprised this isn't more popular.
56. Face/Off- Over the top and unrealistic, but damn fun.
57. Smallville*: Season 7, Episode 7- Wrath/Episode 8- Blue
58. Smallville*: Season 7, Episode 9- Gemini/Episode 10- Persona

July 31
59. Dr. Dolittle- Really aimed for kids, so don't watch it alone.
60. Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones- Sure this is some bad stuff, but so much good stuff it doesn't matter.

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Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
-x- 1920 - Metropolis
-x- 1930 - Son of Frankenstein
-x- 1940 - House of Frankenstein
-x- 1950 - Gog
-x- 1960 - 2001: A Space Odyssey
-x- 1970 - Star Trek: The Motion Picture
-x- 1980 - Gremlins
-x- 1990 - Body Snatchers
-x- 2000 - Star Trek
--- 2010 -

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-x- First language - Mega Monster Batle Ultra Galaxy Legend the Movie (Japanese)
--- Second language -

-x- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film - MST3K Godzilla vs Megalon
--- Watch a film and its remake -
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
-x- Watch a film based on a novel - Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
-x- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category - Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
-x- Watch a silent film - Metropolis
--- Watch a Criterion version film -
-x- Watch a film with commentary - Serenity
-x- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Rebirth of Mothra, Rebirth of Mothra II, Rebirth of Mothra III
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
-x- Watch a film that takes place in space - Star Trek
-x- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - Rebirth of Mothra II
--- Watch an animated film -
-x- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen - The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
-x- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -Gremlins
--- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
-x- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone - 2001: A Space Odyssey

Watch a film for each rating:
-x- G - 2001: A Space Odyssey
-x- PG - Gremlins
-x- PG-13 - Star Trek
-x- R - Body Snatchers
--- X/NC-17 -
-x- Unrated - Metropolis

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-x- Alien invasion - Body Snatchers
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
-x- Cyborg - Metropolis
--- Post-Apocalyptic -
--- Dark Fantasy -
--- Sword and Sorcery -
-x- Cybernetic revolt - Gog
--- Immortality -
--- Based on fairy tale -
--- Mutants -
-x- Superhero - X-Men
-x- Mad Scientist - Son of Frankenstein
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
-x- Time travel - 100 Million BC
--- Giant Critters -
-x- Prehistoric - The Last Dinosaur
--- Paranormal -
--- Steampunk -
--- Urban Fantasy -
-x- High Fantasy - Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring
-x- Kaiju - Godzilla: Tokyo SOS
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston -
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell -
-x- Bela Lugosi - Son of Frankenstein
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
--- Helena Bonham Carter -
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -


July 1

1. Metropolis
2. Stargate SG-1 S1: Children of the Gods
3. Stargate SG-1 S1: The Enemy Within / Stargate SG-1 S1: Emancipation

July 2

4. Gog
5. Stargate SG-1 S1: The Broca Divide / Stargate SG-1 S1: The First Commandment
6. Stargate SG-1 S1: Brief Candle / Stargate SG-1 S1: Cold Lazarus

July 3

7. Body Snatchers
8. Stargate SG-1 S1: Thor's Hammer/ Stargate SG-1 S1: The Torment of Tantalus
9. Stargate SG-1 S1: Bloodlines/ Stargate SG-1 S1: Fire and Water
10. Stargate SG-1 S1: The Nox / Stargate SG-1 S1: Hathor

July 4

11. Star Trek
12. Stargate SG-1 S1: Cor Ai / Stargate SG-1 S1: Singularity
13. Rebirth of Mothra
14. Rebirth of Mothra II
15. Rebirth of Mothra III

July 5

16. Godzilla: Tokyo SOS
17. Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring

July 6

18. Son of Frankenstein
19. Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
20. Gremlins

July 7

21. Ghostbusters
22. X-Men

July 8

23. Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
24. Moon
25. X-Men 2
26. Godzilla and Mothra: Battle for Earth

July 9

27. The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms
28. 2001: A Space Odyssey

July 10

Just tv episodes

July 11

29. 100 Million BC
30. Serenity (Audio Commentary with Joss Whedon and Cast)
31. Superman: The Animated Series - Last Son of Krypton Part 1 / Superman: The Animated Series - The Last Son of Krypton Part 2 / Transformers: Headmasters - Four Warriors From Space / Transformers: Headmasters - Mystery of Planet Master


July 13

32. Robot Jox


July 14

33. Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All Out Attack
34. Godzilla vs Megaguirus

July 15

Nothing

July 16

35. Mega Monster Battle Ultra Galaxy Legend the Movie
36. Gamera the Brave
37. Gamera vs Viras

July 17.

38. Gamera 3: Revege of Irys
39. Warning From Space
40. Reptilicus
41. Monster X Strikes Back
42. Gamera vs Barugon
43. Deep Sea Monster Raiga
44. The Green Slime
45. The Last Dinosaur

July 18

46. Monster From a Prehistoric Planet

July 19

47. Godzilla: King of the Monsters (Audio Commentary)
48. Godzilla: King of the Monsters
49. Yongary, Monster From the Deep


July 20

50. Ghidorah the Thee Headed Monster
51. Gamera: Guardian of the Universe

July 21

52. Gamera 2: Advent of Legion
53. Varan the Unbelievable
54. Gamera the Giant Monster
55. The Mysterians
July 22

56. X-Men Evolution: Speed and Spyke / Red Baron: Ep 1 / Red Baron Ep 2 / Ultraman: Ultra Operation No. 1
57. Frankenstein Conquers the World

July 23

58. Attack of the Monsters

July 24

59. Ultraman: Shoot the Invader / Ultraman: Charge Forth Science Patrol / Ultraman: Five Seconds Before the Explosion / Teknoman: Friend or Foe
60. Star Trek: The Motion Picture

July 25

61. Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
62. Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla

July 26

Nothing

July 27

63. Star Trek III: The Search For Spock
64. House of Frankenstein

July 28

Nothing

July 29

65. Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home

July 30

66. Batman Begins
67. MST3K Godzilla vs Megalon

July 31

68. Dragon Wars
69. Age of the Dragons
70. Battle Los Angeles
71. Iron Man



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Trevor's DVDTalk 2011 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge List


Aiming for about 50 episodes/movies so maybe a count of 20 to 30; concentrating on animated comic book stuff; no checklist (rehab rule).
(edit to add: Crap, I'll start the checklist just to get the extra prize entry, but I really hope I don't finish it.)

~1 - 3 - Sam and Max: Freelance Police (1997) - Compete Series DVD Set at home - Episodes 1-24 with extra shorts and featurettes- The comic book is one of my favorite of all time, but I missed this late 90s Fox Kids animated series until fairly recently. Lots of fun, and captures the spirit of the comic very well. The LucasArts computer game of 1993 is one of the best ever, and I've heard good things about the Telltale games of last decade.

~4 - Justice League (2001) - Justice League: Justice On Trial DVD at home - 4 episodes with introductions -

~5 - Justice League Unlimited (2004) - Justice League Unlimited Joining Forces DVD at home - 3 episodes plus featurettes - Title change was for the third season.

~6 - 7 - Fantastic Four: World's Greatest Heroes (2006) - Volume One and Volume Two DVDs at home - Eight episodes. - More fun than I expected. Pretty sure I got these two DVDs free or only for exclusives, but now I'm planning to complete the series.

~8 - Ultimate Avengers (2006) - DVD with special features at home - Decent.

~9 - Ultimate Avengers II (2006) - DVD with special features at home - Forgot that I have both of these on BD. Doh!

~10 - 17 - Blade: The Series (2006) - Complete Series DVD Set at home- Watched the pilot movie three times, as there were two different commentaries. Really enjoyed the 12 episode series, as much as the films pretty much, and disappointed that it wasn't renewed.

~18 - The Batman vs Dracula: The Animated Movie (2005) - DVD at girlfriend's - Surprised at how much I enjoyed it. Have never really seen any animated Batman.

~19 - The NeverEnding Story (1984) - DVD at sister's - Charming.

~20 - Spider-Man (2002) - DVD at sister's - More violent and emotive than I remember.

~21 - 23 - The Tick (2001) - Complete Series DVD Set at home - 9 episodes. A couple episodes in, and not laughing as much as I had hoped. Loved the comic, perhaps the animated series is better. It grew on me a bit, but still not quite as good as I had expected.

~24 - The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962) - DVD at home - A guilty pleasure. I remember watching this late one night when I was very young and not supposed to watch scary films.

~25 - 28 - X-Men (1992) - Volume 1 DVD set - 16 episodes. - Has gotten a lot of praise over the years; and aside from the horrible voice acting I enjoyed it as well.

~29 - 31 - The Batman Season One (2004) - Complete Season DVD set at home - 13 episodes. - Great show, hope my future step-daughter likes it.

~32 - The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962/1993) - DVD at home - MST3K version.

~33 - 34 - Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker (2000) - DVD at home - First Batman Beyond exposure was a good one, I'll have to collect all the animated Batman someday. Watched again with creator commentary.

~35 - 36 - Robinson Crusoe on Mars (1964) - Criterion DVD at home - Should be more well known. Watched again with cast/crew commentary.

~37 - 38 - Robocop (1987) - Criterion DVD at home - Such a great supporting cast. Watched again with crew commentary.

~39 - Robocop 2 - DVD at home - Have I ever even watched this film before? I'm about to find out. Yes, I had. As a film, it makes a great comic book.

~40 - Robocop 3 - DVD at home -

The Batman Season Two

The Batman Season Three

Underdog

Max Fleischer's Superman

Superman: The Lost Episodes

Scooby-Doo Meets Batman

~51 - Superman Doomsday



Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
--- 1920 -
--- 1930 -
--- 1940 -
--- 1950 -
-X- 1960 - The Brain That Wouldn't Die
--- 1970 -
-X- 1980 - The NeverEnding Story
-X- 1990 -
-X- 2000 - Ultimate Avengers
--- 2010 -

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
--- First language -
--- Second language -

-X- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
--- Watch a film and its remake -
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
--- Watch a film based on a novel -
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
--- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category -
--- Watch a silent film -
-X- Watch a Criterion version film -
-X- Watch a film with commentary -
--- Watch a film and at least two sequels -
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
-X- Watch a film that takes place in space -
--- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea -
-X- Watch an animated film - multiple
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
--- Watch a film animated by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone -

Watch a film for each rating:
-X- G -
-X- PG -
--- PG-13 -
--- R -
--- X/NC-17 -
--- Unrated -

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
--- Alien invasion -
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
--- Cyborg -
--- Post-Apocalyptic -
--- Dark Fantasy -
--- Sword and Sorcery -
--- Cybernetic revolt -
--- Immortality -
--- Based on fairy tale -
-X- Mutants - X-Men
-X- Superhero - multiple
-X- Mad Scientist -
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
--- Time travel -
--- Giant Critters -
--- Prehistoric -
--- Paranormal -
--- Steampunk -
--- Urban Fantasy -
--- High Fantasy -
--- Kaiju -
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston -
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell -
--- Bela Lugosi -
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
--- Helena Bonham Carter -
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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Blue= First-time viewing

July 1
1. Master of the World (1961). Trailer Netflix Streaming. Terrific movie. MGM released this on VHS as a Midnight Movie, but for some reason they never put it out on DVD, and now, given the lamentable state of their MOD program, likely never will.
2. Gog (1954). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. This must have been a 3-D release: the film is in color, unusual for 1950s sci-fi flicks, and the first shot is of a nurse thrusting a needle at the screen. And why do rocketships in 1950s sci-fi look like vibrators? Oh, and the plot has Richard Egan investigating killer robots on a military research station.
3. Damnation Alley (1977). Trailer. Digital file. Jan Michael Vincent! Giant scorpions! Killer cockroaches!
4. Creature With the Atom Brain Trailer. Crackle.com . More like "Flabby, Middle-aged White Guys with the Atom Brain." A gangster is using a scientist's invention to reanimate the dead and kill his enemies.
5. Metropolis Redux (1927). Trailer. Digital file. The difficulty of giving a silent classic a contemporary soundtrack is that the music will become dated, but even 27 years later the Giorgio Moroder soundtrack still sparkles, even though the print itself is severely truncated.
6. Night Slaves (1972). YouTube. Wow, another lost classic! The premise is silly-why do aliens made of pure energy need a spaceship?-but it's entertaining with a great cast. The Warner Archive should pick this up as it has other 70s TV-films.

July 2
7. Beyond the Time Barrier (1960). Trailer. Netflix Streaming.. This was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer, the director of Detour and The Black Cat, so I was expecting good things, but even though I enjoy low-budget 50s sci-fi, this movie is just dull.
8.Les Aventures Extraordinaires d'Adèle Blanc-Sec (2010). Trailer. Digital file. Why are American audiences denied good films just because they were made in other languages? I have to go to other means to watch movies from other countries because US distributors assume that their audiences are as ignorant as they are.
9. Looker (1981). Trailer. Starz. Despite a few details, this film is eerily prescient on the advent of digital manipulation of public opinion.
10. Westworld (1973). Trailer. DVD from my collection. Crichton used the same concept of amusement park technology gone horribly wrong 20 years later for Jurassic Park, substituting dinosaurs for robots.
11. Invisible Invaders. (1959). Trailer. TCM. More like Plan 9 From Outer Space than Night of the Living Dead.
12. The Cyclops. (1957). Trailer. TCM. With a bigger budget and a better script, this could have been a mini-classic.

July 3
13. Supernova (2000). Trailer. Starz. A truly awful waste of celluloid.
14. Knowing (2009). Trailer. Starz. Despite the presence of Nicolas Cage, this is still an intriguing sci-fi film.
15. The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension (1984). Trailer. DVD from my collection. I'm still waiting on the sequel. Brilliant movie.
16. The Fly. (1986). Trailer. DVD from my collection. DVD from my collection. As horrific as the 1958 original is, the Cronenberg remake is even more so.
17. The Fly II (1989). Trailer. DVD from my collection. Clearly a cheap cash-in on a successful film ,but stil terrific.
18. The Fly. (1958). Trailer. Cruder than the remake, but the climax still gives me the willies.

July 4
19. They Live (1988). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. I'm surprised that Roddy Piper didn't make a successful transition from wrestling to action films; he's good in this.
20. Independence Day (1996). Trailer. DVD from my own collection. Mandatory viewing.
21. 2012 (2009). Trailer.. Blu-Ray from my collection. Disaster porn at its finest!

July 5
22. Journey to the Center of the Earth (1959). Trailer. DVD from my collection. Before Pat Boone became a shill for the extreme right, he used to be a pleasant enough actor and singer, and he manages to get a couple of songs in this Technicolor spectacular.
23. Children of Men (2006). Trailer. I hadn't seen this since its release; I forgot how completely brilliantly conceived this film is.

July 6
24. Invasion U.S.A. (1952). Netflix DVD Trailer. Dopey Cold War paranoia flick about the Soviets nuking the US.
25. Def-Con 4 (1985). Trailer. Digital file. Another post-nuke thriller with mutant cannibals.
26. Cafe Flesh (1982). Digital file. W.T.F.? I thought porn was supposed to be hot; this is just weird. .

July 7
27. Barbarella (1968). Trailer. DVD from my collection. I absolutely love this movie!
28. Night of the Lepus (1972). Trailer. YouTube. You have to wonder which studio genius thought a movie about killer rabbits was a hot idea.

July 8
29. One Million Years B.C. (1966). Trailer. Online. Note to fundamentalists: this is not a documentary.
30. The Land That Time Forgot (1975). Trailer. MGM HD. Ah, this feeds my inner 12-year-old; great Saturday afternoon flick, even though I watched it on a Friday.
31. Frequency (2000) Trailer. DVD from my collection. I finally knocked this off my unwatched pile, years after I bought it. Great flick.
32. Futurama/ "Neutopia"/ "Benderama"/ "Ghost in the Machines"/ "Law and Oracle"-Comedy Central
33. Torchwood: Miracle Day/ "The New World". Starz--Masters of Horror/ "The Screwfly Solution"--DVD

July 9
34. Attack of the Puppet People (1958). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. . An AIP ripoff of the far superior "The Incredible Shrinking Man", this is still fun when mixed with beer and a late night.
35. Transatlantic Tunnel (1935). Netflix Streaming. The domestic drama part of the movie is dull as death, but the film's special effects still stand up today.
36. Godzilla, Mothra, and King Ghidorah (2001). DVR. It's somehow comforting that, despite Japan's technological advances and their reputation for world-class cinema, they still have their monsters played by guys in a suit.

July 10
37. The Omega Man (1971). Trailer. DVD from my collection. Ron Grainer's score is one of the most memorable in SF films It made a strong impression on my 9-year-old consciousness when my mom took us to see it at the drive-in.
38. Rock and Rule (1983). Trailer. YouTube. Fun movie that takes me back to the 80s with its look and soundtrack.
39. Men In Black (1997). Trailer. DVD. Watched with commentary on.
40. Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend (1985). Trailer. DVR. Too childish for adult tastes, and the CGI in Jurassic Park 8 years late rendered the animatronics in this flick primitive and outmoded, although William Katt's backside in wet underwear deserves some kind of award.
41. The Lawnmower Man (1992). Trailer. TV. Eighteen years ago, Hollywood thought that virtual reality would be the future of cyberspace; but it turned out to be Facebook.

July 11
42. Nightbreed. (1990). Trailer. DVD from my collection. Underrated classic--I'd love to see the Director's Cut someday.
43. The Cape Canaveral Monsters (1960). Netflix Streaming. Just godawful. From the director of the immortal Robot Monster. Was this ever MST3Ked?
44. Eureka-"Liftoff"; Warehouse 13-"The New Guy"

July 12
45. Robot Chicken Star Wars X 4 commentaries. Netflix DVD. Way better than the Family Guy Star Wars parodies.
46. The Magnetic Monster. (1953).Veoh. Not a bad film, but not very scary.
47. Return to Oz (1985). Trailer. Showtime Beyond. I can see why this bombed at the box office--what a bleak, disturbing film!
48. Justice League: The New Frontier. (2008). Trailer. DVD from my collection. Although JL:TFN is ostensibly set during the early 60s, it definitely feels like a reaction to the bigotry and paranoia ruling America in 2011.

July 13
49. The Wasp Woman (1959). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. The wasp mask looks ridiculous.
50. Forbidden Planet (1956). Trailer. DVD from my collection. The granddaddy of bid-budget, widescreen sci-fi epics.
51. The Invisible Boy. (1957). Trailer. DVD from my collection. MGM needed to reuse Robby to amortize the expense of creating him, but they should have dumped the kid and made it about the evil computer.
51. Never Let Me Go (2010). Trailer. Netflix. Unbearably depressing story about clones in love.
52. Battle Los Angeles. (2011). Trailer. Netflix. Big, loud, and dumb.

July 14.
53. The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961). Trailer. Digital file. Frighteningly prescient film that foretold the effects of radical climate change (from nuclear weapons, not carbon dioxide) half a century ago.

July 15.
54. Predators (2010). Trailer. Cinemax. Terrible, stupid movie. Adrian Brody's workout regimen sure paid off, though.
55. Futureworld (1976). Trailer. Showtime. Lame sequel to Westworld--the movie starts with some working at a newspaper, using an analog phone and a typewriter. Not very futuristic, even if they do have lifelike androids.
56. Invaders from Mars (1986). Trailer. Showtime. Although vastly inferior to the original , this remake has a certain goofy brio that makes me like it despite myself. I may have to buy it.

July 16.
57. Where Have All the People Gone? (1974). Digital file. Another ABC Movie of the Week from the mid-70s, in which a solar flare reduces much of the Earth's population to dust. This scared the bejeezus out of me as a kid, but upon rewatching it seems dull.
58. Electric Dreams (1984). Trailer. Digital file. Painfully dated technology, but it's still a fun retro trip to the 80s and the soundtrack is terrific.
59. Freejack (1992). Trailer. Cinemax. Emilio Estevez is sent to a dystopian future in 2009. Odd, I don't recall seeing big ugly windowless cars and time-traveling fugitives on the streets 2 years ago.
60. The Abyss (1989). Trailer. DVD. Watched the extended version with the giant waves.


July 17.
61. Wild, Wild West (1999). Trailer. DVDDespite its many, many flaws, this is kinda fun on a slow day. At least Kevin Smith got a good giant mechanical spider story out of it.
62. Torchwood: Miracle Day-- "Rendition"/ True Blood--"I'm Alive and on Fire"

July 18.
63. Hot Tub Time Machine (2010). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. A lot better than I though it would be.
64. Pandorum (2009). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. Scary good fun.
65. Genesis II (1973). DVD-R. One of Gene Roddenberry's attempts to get a new sci-fi series off the ground after the cancellation of Star Trek.
66. Starship Troopers. Trailer. DVD. Eerily prophetic, this could serve as a satire of the national hysteria post-9/11.
67. Eureka--"Reprise"/ Warehouse 13--"Trials"

July 19.
68. Skyline (2010). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. Not all that bad.
69. War Gods of the Deep (1965). Trailer. DVD. Tab Hunter's career crashed quickly, going from starring roles in big-budget Hollywood films to making low-budget drive-in fare.
70. At the Earth's Core (1976). Trailer. DVD. My favorite of the ERB adaptations that AIP made in the last gasp of the drive-ins in the 70s.

July 20.
71. Embryo (1976). Trailer. Archive.org. Boy creates girl, girl turns into psycho hag, boy loses girl.
72. Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985). Trailer. DVD. Mel Gibson makes me cringe these days, but this is still an awesome action flick!
73. Chandu the Magician (1932). TCM. Somehow this film escaped me over the years--good stuff.
74. Jurassic Park: The Lost World (1997). Trailer. Cinemax. Spielberg really screwed this up.

July 21.
75. Lifeforce (1985). Trailer. DVD. Although this is adapted from a novel, it has a very Quatermass feel to it.
76. Idiocracy (2006). Trailer. iTunes. Seeing the rise of the Tea Party and the success of shows like Jersey Shore, I'm not convinced that Idiocracy is science fiction any more.
77. Fire and Ice (1983). Trailer. YouTube. Bakshi was going for Epic Fantasy, but this just seems like an overheated Saturday morning cartoon. I kept expecting to see Thundarr show up.
78. Escape from L.A. (1996). Trailer. DVD. Inferior sequel.

July 22.
79. Johnny Mnemonic (1995). Trailer. TV. Another movie set in the future that is already incredibly dated
80. Strange Invaders (1984). Trailer. DVD. This deliberately retro tribute to 50s sci-fi is itself a time capsule of 80s culture.

July 23.
81. The Lost World. (1925). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. Very good effects for its time.
82. Queen of Blood (1966). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. Ah, yes, the year 1990, when we had colonies on the moon and flights to Mars.
83. Flash Gordon (1980). Trailer. DVD. This is way more fun than it should be.
84. Queen of Outer Space (1958). Trailer. DVR. Fun, in an extremely cheesy way. Eric Fleming sure knew how to wear a jumpsuit.

July 24.
85. The Martian Chronicles (1979) Part 1 "The Expeditions". DVD. This was a 3-night miniseries based on Ray Bradbury's short story collection. It was broadcast in 2-hour segments but plays more like a collection of Twilight Zone-like stories than a coherent narrative.
86. The Martian Chronicles (1979) Part 2 "The Settlers".
87. The Martian Chronicles (1979) Part 3 "The Martians".
88. Clash of the Titans (2010). Trailer. HBO. I hate to admit it, but I liked this better than the original.
89. Torchwood: Miracle Day--"Dead of Night"/ True Blood--"I Hate You, I Love You"

July 25.
90. Between Two Worlds (1944). Trailer. DVD-RI was disappointed that WB cancelled the John Garfield boxset and dumped his films into the Archive, but at least I got to own this. Wonderful movie.
91. MST3K-Space Mutiny (1997). Video. Slab Bulkhead! Fist Rockbone!
92. La Belle et La Bete (1946). Trailer. YouTube.. Absolutely brilliant film--I may pick this up before the Criterion sale ends.
93. Eureka--"Glimpse" / Warehouse 13--"Love Sick"

July 26.
94. Bride of the Monster (1955). YouTube. The redeeming part of watching this dreck is identifying the scenes recreated in Ed Wood
95. The Amazing Transparent Man (1960). Trailer. Hulu. Another Z-grade drive-in flick from the once-great Edgar G. Ulmer--what on earth ruined his career?
96. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) Trailer. Cable. I've been ambivalent about the Harry Potter movies as being good, but aimed at kids, not adults, but I think I may be coming around
97. Avatar. (2009).Trailer. Cable. Like most of Cameron's films, great look, thin story.

July 27.
98. The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010). Trailer. Cinemax Nicholas Cage desperately needs someone to give him career advice, although this movie isn't all that bad.
99. Americathon (1979). DVD. A weak, vacillating president governs a bankrupt nation, with China as an ascendant capitalist power and Vietnam as a vacation spot. Those crazy screen writers, what will they think of next?
100. It Came From Outer Space (1953). Trailer. DVD. The Professor is an alien!
101. Conquest of Space (1955). Trailer. YouTube. The Brooklyn guy was Laverne's dad in "Laverne and Shirley".

July 28.
102. Phantom from Space (1953). Trailer. Netflix Streaming Painfully slow and boring, but at least there's a naked guy at the end.
103. Terminator 2 (1991). Trailer. DVD. Hard to believe this came out 20 years ago. Still awesome.

July 29.
104. The Last Wave (1979). Trailer. Shotime Beyond. One of the eeriest films I've ever seen. If Criterion cleans up the print and puts it out on Blu, I'll get it.
105. The Last Starfighter (1984). Trailer. Cinemax. Pure 80s cheese, in the best possible way.
106. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2. (2011). Trailer. Theater. Wow, just an amazing end to the series. Definite Best Picture nomination, for sure.
107. Blade Runner (1982). Trailer. HD-DVD. I'm not a Sean Young fan, but she looks so amazing in this. Classic film.

July 30.
108. The Swarm (1978). Trailer. Netflix Streaming. Irwin Allen should have quit after The Towering Inferno. The Swarm doesn't even work as camp.
109. Futurama--"Yo Leela Leela"/ "All the Presidents' Heads"/ Torchwood: Miracle Day--"Escape to L.A."

July 31
109. True Blood--"I Wish I was the Moon"/ The Outer Limits--"Cry of Silence"
110. The Monolith Monsters (1957). Trailer. DVD. I wanted to get in one more classic.
110. Immortal (2005). Trailer. DVD. Bought this on a whim at Best Buy for $5 and decided to watch it to close out the month. The combo of animation and live action looks odd and dated compared to newer works like Avatar.

Checklist

3 Wildcards allowed
Spoiler:

Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 optional -
--- 1910 optional -
-X- 1920 - The Lost World
-X- 1930 - Transatlantic Tunnel
-X- 1940 - Between Two Worlds
-X- 1950 - Creature With the Atom Brain (1955)
-X- 1960 - Barbarella
-X- 1970 - Westworld
-X- 1980 - The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension
-X- 1990 - The Lawnmower Man
-X- 2000 -Knowing
-X- 2010 -Never Let Me Go

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-X- French - Les Aventures Extraordinaires d'Adèle Blanc-Sec
--- Second language -

-X- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film - Space Mutiny
-X- Watch a film and its remake - The Fly 1958 and 1986.
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
-X- Watch a film based on a novel - Children of Men
-X- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood - Bride of the Monster
-X- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category - Avatar-Cinematography/Art Direction/ FX
-X- Watch a silent film - Metropolis Redux
-X- Watch a Criterion version film - La Belle et La Bete
-X- Watch a film with commentary - Men In Black
--- Watch a film and at least two sequels -
-X- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth - Journey to the Center of the Earth.
-X- Watch a film that takes place in space - Supernova
-X- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - The Abyss
-X- Watch an animated film - Rock and Rule
-X- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen - One Million Years B.C.
X-- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman - The Wasp Woman
-X- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi - Fire and Ice
-X- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante - The Screwfly Solution
--- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
-X- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone - Freejack, set in 2009

Watch a film for each rating:
-X- G -Gog
-X- PG -Looker
-X- PG-13 - 2012
-X- R -They Live
-X- X/NC-17 - Cafe Flesh
-X- Unrated - Night Slaves

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-X- Alien invasion -Independence Day
-X- Arthurian Fantasy - The Sorcerer's Apprentice
-X- Cyborg - Terminator 2
-X- Post-Apocalyptic -Damnation Alley
-X- Dark Fantasy - Nightbreed
-X- Sword and Sorcery - Fire and Ice
-X- Cybernetic revolt -Gog
-X- Immortality - War Gods of the Deep
-X- Based on fairy tale - Return to Oz
-X- Mutants -The Cyclops
-X- Superhero - Justice League: The New Frontier
-X- Mad Scientist -The Fly II
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
-X- Time travel -Beyond the Time Barrier
-X- Giant Critters - Night of the Lepus
-X- Prehistoric - Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend
-X- Paranormal - Lifeforce
-X- Steampunk -Wild Wild West
-X- Urban Fantasy - Electric Dreams
-X- High Fantasy - Clash of the Titans
-X- Kaiju - Godzilla, Mothra, and King Ghidorah
-X- Cyberpunk - Johnny Mnemonic

Watch a film starring:
-X- John Agar -Attack of the Puppet People
-X- Kenneth Tobey - Strange Invaders
-X- Charlton Heston - The Omega Man
-X- John Carradine - Invisible Invaders
-X- Kurt Russell - Escape from LA
-X- Bela Lugosi -Chandu the Magician
-X- Vincent Price -Master of the World
-X- Dennis Quaid -Frequency
-X- Max von Sydow -Flash Gordon
-X- Helena Bonham Carter - Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
-X- John Saxon - Queen of Blood
-X- Michael Ironside -Starship Troopers

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Re: 4th Annual Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge - List Thread

2011 SCIFI/FANTASY CHALLENGE - PART 1


2009 COUNT: 142
2010 COUNT: 133

2011 GOAL: 120
2011 COUNT: 153
2011 TIME: 255H 00M


Stats:
Spoiler:
64.5 DVDs
40 BDs
27 TV
20 Netflix Instant
1 Theater
.5 YouTube/FEARnet/Fancast
81.5 First Time Viewings
Best Five (no order):
  1. Metropia (2009)
  2. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (2011)
  3. Zathura (2005)
  4. Outlander (2008)
  5. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)
Worst Five (no order):
  1. The Astral Factor (1976)
  2. Arabian Nights (Il Fiore Delle Mille e Una Notte) (1974)
  3. Season of the Witch (2011)
  4. Prehistoric Women (1950)
  5. The Atomic Brain (aka Monstrosity) (1964)
Checklist - Completed: 7/24/11 (w/o dupes: 7/25/11)
Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
-x- 1900 - 20,000 lieues sous les mers
-x- 1910 - 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
-x- 1920 - The Lost World
-x- 1930 - King Kong
-x- 1940 - The Lady and the Monster
-x- 1950 - Mesa of Lost Women
-x- 1960 - Voyage to the Prehistoric Planet
-x- 1970 - The Astral Factor
-x- 1980 - Back to the Future
-x- 1990 - Kirikou and the Sorceress
-x- 2000 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
-x- 2010 - Repo Men


Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-x- First language: French - FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
-x- Second language: Polish - Avalon


-x- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film - MST3K Presents: The Crawling Eye
-x- Watch a film and its remake - Invasion of the Body Snatchers / Body Snatchers
-x- Watch a film based on a video game - Resident Evil
-x- Watch a film based on a novel - Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
-x- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood - Bride of the Monster
-x- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category - The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (make-up)
-x- Watch a silent film - Faust
-x- Watch a Criterion version film - Solaris (Solyaris)
-x- Watch a film with commentary - The Thing (w/John Carpenter & Kurt Russell)
-x- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Species I-IV
-x- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth - Journey to the Center of the Earth
-x- Watch a film that takes place in space - The Last Starfighter
-x- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - The Incredible Petrified World The 7th Voyage of Sinbad
-x- Watch an animated film - Metropia
-x- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen - One Million Years B.C.
-x- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman - The Wasp Woman
-x- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi - Wizards
-x- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante - Explorers
-x- Watch a film animated by John Lounsbery - Alice in Wonderland
-x- Watch a film directed by Charles Band - Metalstorm: The Destruction of Jared-Syn
-x- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone - Escape from New York


-x- Watch a theatrical showing - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
-x- Watch a made-for-TV movie - Doctor Who (1996)
-x- Watch a TV miniseries - Arabian Nights (2000)
-x- Watch a complete season of a TV series - Warehouse 13: Season 2


Watch a film for each rating:
-x- G - The Princess and the Frog Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger
-x- PG - Planet 51
-x- PG-13 - Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
-x- R - Screamers: The Hunting
-x- X/NC-17 - Arabian Nights (Il Fiore Delle Mille e Una Notte)
-x- Unrated - Hancock


Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-x- Alien invasion - Independence Day
-x- Arthurian Fantasy - Excalibur
-x- Cyborg - Ghost in the Shell
-x- Post-Apocalyptic - Damnation Alley
-x- Dark Fantasy - The City of Lost Children (La cité des enfants perdus)
-x- Sword and Sorcery - Clash of the Titans (1981)
-x- Cybernetic revolt - Screamers
-x- Immortality - Tuck Everlasting
-x- Based on fairy tale - The Princess and the Frog
-x- Mutants - Forbidden Planet (aka Mutant)
-x- Superhero - Swamp Thing
-x- Mad Scientist - The Brain That Wouldn't Die
-x- Martial Arts Fantasy - Jade Warrior (Jadesoturi)
-x- Time travel - The Time Traveler's Wife
-x- Giant Critters - Them!
-x- Prehistoric - 10,000 BC
-x- Paranormal - Scanners
-x- Steampunk - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes
-x- Urban Fantasy - Constantine
-x- High Fantasy - The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
-x- Kaiju - Gammera: The Invincible
-x- Cyberpunk - Tron


Watch a film starring:
-x- John Agar - Journey to the Seventh Planet
-x- Kenneth Tobey - The Thing from Another World
-x- Charlton Heston - In the Mouth of Madness
-x- John Carradine - The Incredible Petrified World
-x- Kurt Russell - Escape from L.A.
-x- Bela Lugosi - Return of the Ape Man
-x- Vincent Price - The Last Man on Earth
-x- Dennis Quaid - Enemy Mine
-x- Max von Sydow - Dreamscape
-x- Helena Bonham Carter - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
-x- John Saxon - Night Caller from Outer Space
-x- Michael Ironside - Watchers

GREEN * = First Time Viewings
Starred rating is based upon how much I enjoyed the title, not necessarily film "quality." (Scale of 1-5)



JULY 1ST -- TIME: 6H 51M
1. Species (1995) / trailer wiki imdb / 108min / HBO HD / ***
"Men cannot resist her. Mankind may not survive her."
2. * Species II (1998) / trailer wiki imdb / 93min / HBO HD / ***
"Hope They Never MEET...Pray They Never MATE."
3. * Species III (2004) / trailer wiki imdb / 112min / Netflix DVD / **
"This December, the mating game turns deadly."
4. * Species: The Awakening (2007) / trailer wiki imdb / 98min / Netflix DVD / **
"Irresistible beauty. Unstoppable instincts."

JULY 2ND -- TIME: 12H 16M
5. One Million Years B.C. (1966) / trailer wiki imdb / 92min / Netflix DVD / **
"Travel back through time and space to the edge of man's beginnings... discover a savage world whose only law was lust!"
6. * 10,000 BC (2008) / trailer wiki imdb / 109min / Netflix BD / ***
"The legend. The battle. The first hero."
7. * Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 89min / TMC / ***
"The world's greatest detective...has finally met his match."
8. * Explorers (1985) / trailer wiki imdb / 106min / FLIX / ***
"You don't need a driver's license to reach the stars."
9. Warehouse 13: Season 2: Time Will Tell / Mild Mannered (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ****
"Mystery loves company."
10. Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) / trailer wiki imdb / 80min / DVD / ****
"'Something is happening! Send your men of science quick!' The panic-stricken cry went over the phone to Washington D. C. until the lines went dead!..."
11. Body Snatchers (1993) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ****
"Imagine... you're gone and someone else is living inside your body."
12. * Metropia (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 86min / Netflix Instant / ****
"Someone is listening to your thoughts."

JULY 3RD -- TIME: 13H 25M
13. * Outcasts: Season 1: Episode 2 / Episode 3 (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 100min / BBCA / **
"Another chance - but will the human race make the same mistakes again?"
14. Torchwood: Children of Earth: Day One / Day Two (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 117min / BD / *****
"We Are Coming"
15. Torchwood: Children of Earth: Day Three / Day Four (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 118min / BD / *****
"We Are Here"
16. * The Incredible Petrified World (1957) / trailer wiki imdb / 63min / DVD / **
"See women trapped in fantastic caverns at the center of Earth!"
17. * The Astral Factor (1976) / imdb / 95min / DVD /
"A Criminally Insane Murderer Escapes From The Institution – By Becoming Invisible!"
18a. Torchwood: Children of Earth: Day Five (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 58min / BD / *****
"We Are Here"
18b. True Blood: Season 4: You Smell Like Dinner (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 54min / HBO HD / ****
"You Know You're Hooked"
19. Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 119min / BD / ***
"Some heroes are made and some are born of the gods."
20. Swamp Thing (1982) / trailer wiki imdb / 91min / Netflix Instant / ***
"Science transformed him into a monster. Love changed him even more!"

JULY 4TH -- TIME: 13H 15M
21. Warehouse 13: Season 2: Beyond Our Control / Age Before Beauty (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ****
"Mystery loves company."
22. Independence Day (1996) / trailer wiki imdb / 145min / BD / *****
"On July 2nd, they arrive. On July 3rd, they strike. On July 4th, we fight back."
23. King Kong (1933) / trailer wiki imdb / 104min / DVD / *****
"The most amazing show on any screen! Adventure to make you wonder if it's TRUE...while your very eyes convince you that it is!"
24. * The Lady and the Monster (1944) / wiki imdb / 86min / Netflix Instant / ***
"A picture from out of this world!"
25. The Thing from Another World (1951) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ****
"Where Did It Come From? How Did It Get Here? WHAT IS IT?"
26. Escape from New York (1981) / trailer wiki imdb / 99min / BD / ***
"1997. New York City is now a maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane."
27. Escape from L.A. (1996) / trailer wiki imdb / 101min / BD / ***
"Snake Is Back"
28a. * Falling Skies: Season 1: Grace (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / TNT HD / ***
"Join the Resistance"
28b. * Teen Wolf: Season 1: Heart Monitor (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / MTV HD / ***
"Love. Be afraid."

JULY 5TH -- TIME: 4H 55M
29. The Thing: * Commentary with John Carpenter & Kurt Russell (1982) / trailer wiki imdb / 109min / DVD / ****
"What you fear most... is among you."
30. Resident Evil (2002) / trailer wiki imdb / 100min / DVD / ****
"A secret experiment. A deadly virus. A fatal mistake."
31a. Warehouse 13: Season 2: 13.1 (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / DVD / ****
"Mystery loves company."
31b. * The Nine Lives of Chloe King: Season 1: All Apologies (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / ABC Family HD / ***
"Chloe King's new life started on the day she died."

JULY 6TH -- TIME: 10H 41M
32. * Planet 51 (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 109min / Encore HD / ***
"Something strange is coming to their planet...Us!"
33. * The Princess and the Frog (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 97min / Encore HD / ***
"Discover what really happened after the princess kissed the frog..."
34. * The Wasp Woman (1959) / trailer wiki imdb / 72min / DVD / **
"A beautiful woman by day - a lusting queen wasp by night."
35. * Journey to the Seventh Planet (1962) / trailer wiki imdb / 77min / Netflix Instant / **
"What is this monstrous THING? With the power of mind over matter?... There beyond the stars your unspeakable fears...deepest desires...come alive...and you are trapped in a spectacle of terror- your secret fears pitted against you!"
36. * Bride of the Monster (1955) / trailer wiki imdb / 69min / Netflix Instant / ***
"From the mind of a scientist, comes a weird world of terror!"
37. * Return of the Ape Man (1944) / imdb / 59min / Netflix Instant / **
"Something new in horror -- SUSPANIM -- suspended animation!"
38. Doctor Who: The Movie (1996) / trailer wiki imdb / 86min / Netflix DVD / ***
"Time waits for no man - except one."
39. * Tuck Everlasting (2002) / trailer wiki imdb / 90min / Netflix DVD / ***
"If you could choose to live forever, would you?"

JULY 7TH -- TIME: 6H 51M
40. Warehouse 13: Season 2: Around the Bend / For the Team (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ****
"Mystery loves company."
41. Screamers (1995) / trailer wiki imdb / 108min / Netflix DVD / ***
"The silence of space is about to be shattered."
42. * Screamers: The Hunting (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 95min / Netflix DVD / ***
"The Perfect Weapon Is Now The Ultimate Killing Machine"
43. Constantine (2005) / trailer wiki imdb / 121min / DVD / ****
"Hell wants him. Heaven won't take him. Earth needs him."

JULY 8TH -- TIME: 4H 20M
44. * Voyage to the Prehistoric Planet (1965) / trailer wiki imdb / 74min / DVD / *
"The year: 2020. the moon has been explored and colonized. And the next space goal is about to be reached..."
45. Warehouse 13: Season 2: Merge with Caution / Vendetta (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ****
"Mystery loves company."
46. Dreamscape (1984) / trailer wiki imdb / 99min / Netflix Instant / ***
"He's the first mind traveler but can he survive the demons of nightmare warfare?"

JULY 9TH -- TIME: 10H 56M
47. In the Mouth of Madness (1994) / trailer wiki imdb / 95min / Netflix Instant / ***
"Lived Any Good Books Lately?"
48. Warehouse 13: Season 2: Where and When / Buried (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ****
"Mystery loves company."
49. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Extended Version) (2001) / trailer wiki imdb / 159min / BD / ****
"Let the Magic Begin"
50. Excalibur (1981) / trailer wiki imdb / 141min / Netflix DVD / **
"Forged by a god. Foretold by a wizard. Found by a King."
51. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Extended Version) (2002) / trailer wiki imdb / 174min / BD / ****
"The Chamber of Secrets has been opened. Enemies of the heir... beware!"

JULY 10TH -- TIME: 12H 28M
52a. Warehouse 13: Season 2: Reset (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 44min / DVD / ****
"Mystery loves company."
52b. * Outcasts: Season 1: Episode 4 (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 50min / BBCA / ***
"Another chance - but will the human race make the same mistakes again?"
53. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) / trailer wiki imdb / 142min / DVD / *****
"Have you seen this wizard? Approach with extreme caution! Do not attempt to use magic against this man!"
54. Arabian Nights: Part 1 (2000) / trailer wiki imdb / 88min / DVD / ***
"When Night Falls, the Adventure Begins!"
55. Arabian Nights: Part 2 (2000) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ***
"When Night Falls, the Adventure Begins!"
56. * FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions (2004) / trailer wiki imdb / 81min / Netflix DVD / *
"Times are changing. Future is promising."
57a. * True Blood: Season 4: If You Love Me, Why Am I Dyin'? (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 55min / HBO HD / ****
"You Know You're Hooked"
57b. * Doctor Who: Dreamland (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 44min / DVD / ***
"Dreamland...I've always wanted to go there."
58. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) / trailer wiki imdb / 157min / DVD / ****
"Dark and Difficult Times Lie Ahead"

JULY 11TH -- TIME: 5H 29M
59. * Forbidden World (aka Mutant) (1982) / trailer wiki imdb / 82min / Netflix DVD / *
"Part Alien...Part Human...All Nightmare."
60. Alice in Wonderland (1951) / trailer wiki imdb / 75min / Netflix DVD / ***
"A world of wonders in one great picture."
61a. * Falling Skies: Season 1: Silent Kill (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / TNT HD / ***
"Join the Resistance"
61b. * Eureka: Season 4: Liftoff (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / SYFY HD / ****
"Small town. Big secret."
62a. * Teen Wolf: Season 1: Night School (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / MTV HD / ***
"Love. Be afraid."
62b. * Warehouse 13: Season 3: The New Guy (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / SYFY HD / ****
"Mystery loves company."

JULY 12TH -- TIME: 5H 38M
63. Damnation Alley (1977) / trailer wiki imdb / 91min / BD / ***
"The magnificent epic of five people who survive the nuclear holocaust and their incredible odyssey through the nightmare world it created. "
64a. * Alphas: Season 1: Pilot (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 65min / SYFY HD / ***
"Impossible is what they do best."
64b. Haven: Season 1: Welcome to Haven (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 44min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."
65. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) / trailer wiki imdb / 138min / DVD / ****
"The Rebellion Begins"

JULY 13TH -- TIME: 6H 13M
66. The City of Lost Children (La cité des enfants perdus) (1995) / trailer wiki imdb / 112min / Netflix DVD / ***
"Some people follow their dreams. Others steal them."
67a. * The Nine Lives of Chloe King: Season 1: Girls Night Out (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 44min / ABC Family HD / ***
"Chloe King's new life started on the day she died."
67b. Haven: Season 1: Butterfly (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."
68. * Watchers (1988) / trailer wiki imdb / 91min / Netflix Instant / **
"It started as a secret experiment... It ended up as a new breed of terror."
69. Ghost in the Shell (1995) / trailer wiki imdb / 83min / Netflix Instant / ***
"It found a voice... now it needs a body."

JULY 14TH -- TIME: 3H 31M
70. Scanners (1981) / trailer wiki imdb / 103min / Netflix DVD / ***
"10 Seconds: The Pain Begins. 15 Seconds: You Can't Breathe. 20 Seconds: You Explode."
71. Enemy Mine (1985) / trailer wiki imdb / 108min / Netflix DVD / ****
"Enemies because they were taught to be. Allies because they had to be. Brothers because they dared to be."
72. Haven: Season 1: Harmony / Consumed (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 84min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."

JULY 15TH -- TIME: 6H 35M
73. * Mesa of Lost Women (1953) / trailer wiki imdb / 69min / DVD / **
"Today - Someplace - Somewhere... A MAD SCIENTIST is Set to Terrorize the World!"
74. The Last Man on Earth (1964) / trailer wiki imdb / 87min / DVD / ***
"By night they leave their graves, crawling, shambling, through empty streets, whimpering, pleading, begging for his blood!"
75. * Gammera: The Invincible (1965) / trailer wiki imdb / 85min / DVD / **
"The Super-Monster Even the H-Bomb Cannot Destroy..."
76. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 154min / BD / ****
"Dark Secrets Revealed"

JULY 16TH -- TIME: 13H 25M
77. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardobe (2005) / trailer wiki imdb / 143min / DVD / ****
"Some journeys take us far from home. Some adventures lead us to our destiny."
78. Haven: Season 1: Ball and Chain / Fur (2010) / trailer trailer wiki imdb / 85min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."
79. * Metalstorm: The Destruction of Jared-Syn (1983) / trailer wiki imdb / 83min / Netflix Instant / **
"It's High Noon at the end of the Universe."
80. * Mystery Science Theater 3000 Presents: The Crawling Eye (1956/1989) / trailer wiki imdb / 91min / Netflix Instant / **
"A fog-shrouded fiend destroys all in its path!"
81. * Them! (1954) / trailer wiki imdb / 92min / Netflix Instant / ***
"A horror horde of crawl-and-crush giants clawing out of the earth from mile-deep catacombs!"
82. * Repo Men (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 111min / HBO HD / **
"Bad Heart? Bad Liver? Bad Credit? No Problem!!!"
83. * Night Caller from Outer Space (1966) / wiki imdb / 84min / Netflix DVD / ***
"Space Creatures Snatch Girls to Mysterious Planet!"
84. Back to the Future (1985) / trailer wiki imdb / 116min / DVD / ****
"Meet Marty McFly. He's broken the time barrier. Busted his parents' first date. And, maybe, botched his chances of ever being born."
85. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 146min / BD / ****
"The End Begins"

JULY 17TH -- TIME: 12H 16M
86. Haven: Season 1: Sketchy / Ain't No Sunshine (2010) / trailer trailer wiki imdb / 86min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."
87a. Haven: Season 1: As You Were (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 44min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."
87b. * Outcasts: Season 1: Episode 5 (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 50min / BBCA / **
"Another chance - but will the human race make the same mistakes again?"
88. * Solaris (Solyaris) (1972) / trailer wiki imdb / 167min / Netflix DVD / **
"The Original Science Fiction Masterpiece by Andrei Tarkovsky"
89. LEXX 1.0: I Worship His Shadow (1997) / trailer wiki imdb / 93min / DVD / ***
"Sci-Fi with an attitude!"
90a. * 20,000 lieues sous les mers (1907) / film wiki imdb / 10min / YouTube / **
90b. * Somnolence (2011) / film imdb / 12min / YouTube / ***
90c. * Stream (2009) / trailer imdb / 26min / FEARNet / ***
90d. * True Blood: Season 4: I'm Alive and on Fire (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 50min / HBO HD / ****
"You Know You're Hooked"
91. Tron (1982) / trailer wiki imdb / 96min / BD / ***
"Trapped in a fight to the finish inside the video world he created..."
92. Hancock (2008) / trailer wiki imdb / 102min / BD / ***
"He is saving the world whether we like it or not."

JULY 18TH -- TIME: 6H 00M
93. * Wizards (1977) / trailer wiki imdb / 81min / Netflix DVD / **
"An epic fantasy of peace and magic."
94a. * Falling Skies: Season 1: Sanctuary, Part 1 (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / TNT HD / ***
"Join the Resistance"
94b. * Eureka: Season 4: Reprise (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / SYFY HD / ***
"Small town. Big secret."
95. * Avalon (2001) / trailer wiki imdb / 107min / Netflix DVD / ***
"Dare to enter a world of future videogames."
96a. * Warehouse 13: Season 3: Trial (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / SYFY HD / ***
"Mystery loves company."
96b. * Teen Wolf: Season 1: Lunatic (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / MTV HD / ***
"Love. Be afraid."

JULY 19TH -- TIME: 5H 01M
97. * Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 130min / IMAX 3D / ****
"It All Ends"
98. Haven: Season 1: The Hand You're Dealt / The Trial of Audrey Parker (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 85min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."
99a. * Alphas: Season 1: Cause & Effect (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / SYFY HD / ***
"Impossible is what they do best."
99b. * The Nine Lives of Chloe King: Season 1: Nothing Compares 2 U (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / ABC Family HD / ***
"Chloe King's new life started on the day she died."

JULY 20TH -- TIME: 5H 55M
100. * Kirikou and the Sorceress (1998) / trailer wiki imdb / 71min / Netflix DVD / ***
"Can Kirikou save his village from a terrible curse?"
101. Haven: Season 1: Resurfacing / Spiral (2010) / wiki imdb / 87min / BD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."
102. * Immortal (2004) / trailer wiki imdb / 103min / Netflix BD / ***
"A film by Enki Bilal"
103. Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004) / trailer wiki imdb / 94min / DVD / ***
"You're all going to die"

JULY 21ST -- TIME: 3H 37M
104. * The Time Traveler's Wife (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 107min / Netflix BD / ***
"From The Acclaimed Bestseller"
105. * I Am Number Four (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 110min / Netflix BD / ***
"They caught Number One in Malaysia, Number Two in England, and Number Three in Kenya. They killed them all. I am Number Four. I am next."

JULY 22ND -- TIME: 4H 33M
106. The Lost World (1925) / trailer wiki imdb / 93min / Netflix Instant / ***
"Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's stupendous story!"
107. Resident Evil: Extinction (2007) / trailer wiki imdb / 94min / BD / ***
"We Have Witnessed The Beginning... We Have Seen The Apocalypse... Now We Face Extinction..."
108. * Haven: Season 2: A Tale of Two Audreys / Fear & Loathing (2011) / trailer trailer wiki imdb / 86min / SYFY HD / ***
"It takes a village to hide a secret."

JULY 23RD -- TIME: 10H 53M
109. * The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1962) / trailer wiki imdb / 82min / DVD / ***
"Alive... without a body... fed by an unspeakable horror from hell!"
110. The Last Starfighter (1984) / trailer wiki imdb / 101min / BD / ***
"In his wildest dreams Alex never suspected that tonight he would become...The Last Starfighter"
111. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008) / trailer wiki imdb / 150min / BD / ****
"A New Age Has Begun"
112. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1916) / wiki imdb / 101min / Netflix Instant / ***
"The First Great Special Effects Spectacular"
113. * Arabian Nights (Il Fiore Delle Mille e Una Notte) (1974) / wiki imdb / 130min / Netflix Instant / *
"Pier Paolo Pasolini's Tales of the Arabian Nights"
114. * Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008) / trailer wiki imdb / 89min / Netflix Instant / ***
"Adventure At Its Core"

JULY 24TH -- TIME: 12H 24M
115. * Jade Warrior (Jadesoturi) (2006) / trailer wiki imdb / 105min / Netflix Instant / ***
"Forge me the Sampo and you will get your loved one back."
116. * Zathura (2005) / trailer wiki imdb / 101min / Netflix DVD / ***
"A New Adventure From the World of Jumanji"
117. LEXX 2.0: Super Nova (1997) / wiki imdb / 94min / DVD / ***
"Sci-Fi with an attitude!"
118. * Outlander (2008) / wiki imdb / 115min / DVD / ***
"It destroyed his world. He won't let it destroy ours."
119. * Faust (1926) / trailer wiki imdb / 107min / Netflix Instant / **
"F.W. Murnau's Masterpiece of German Silent Film"
120a. * True Blood: Season 4: Me and the Devil (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 54min / HBO HD / *****
"You Know You're Hooked"
120b. * Outcasts: Season 1: Episode 6 (2010) / trailer wiki imdb / 50min / BBCA / ***
"Another chance - but will the human race make the same mistakes again?"
121. Clash of the Titans (1981) / trailer wiki imdb / 118min / BD / ***
"You will feel the power. Live the adventure. Experience the fantastic."

JULY 25TH -- TIME: 10H 51M
122. Armageddon (1998) / trailer wiki imdb / 151min / BD / ***
"Earth. It Was Fun While It Lasted."
123a. * Falling Skies: Season 1: Sanctuary, Part 2 (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / TNT HD / ***
"Join the Resistance"
123b. * Eureka: Season 4: Glimpse (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / SYFY HD / ***
"Small town. Big secret."
124. The 7th Voyage of Sinbad (1958) / trailer wiki imdb / 88min / Netflix BD / ***
"8th Wonder of the Screen!"
125. Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger (1977) / trailer wiki imdb / 113min / Netflix DVD / ***
"Sinbad! The greatest of all adventurers in his biggest adventure of all!"
126a. * Warehouse 13: Season 3: Love Sick (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / SYFY HD / ***
"Mystery loves company."
126b. * Teen Wolf: Season 1: Wolf's Bane (2011) / trailer wiki imdb / 43min / MTV HD / ***
"Love. Be afraid."
127. Star Trek (2009) / trailer wiki imdb / 127min / BD / *****
"The future begins."

SEE PART 2 FOR JULY 26TH - JULY 31ST

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Re: 4th Annual Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge - List Thread

Trying to edit old posts to replace photobucket links, but editing old posts post-forum-updates results in my tables turning into a total f'ing mess. I can't deal with trying to figure out how to salvage it, but I also can't in good conscience leave that mess behind. So bye bye pretty table; have a boring plain-text numbered list instead.

July 1st
1. Short Films I
--La lune à un mètre (1898)
--The '?' Motorist (1906)
--The Land Beyond the Sunset (1912)
--Paris qui dort (1925)
--Porky in Wackyland (1938)
--Superman (1941)
--Le ballon rouge (1956)
2. The X-Files: "One Breath" | "Firewalker" (1994)

July 4th
3. Independence Day (1996)

July 8th
4. Fire and Ice (1983)

July 9th
5. The Man From Earth (2007)
6. Mortal Kombat (1995)
7. Watchers (1988)
8. Short Films II
--La jetée (1962)
--Hardware Wars (1978)
--Captain EO (1986)
--Tma/Svetlo/Tma (1990)
--The Mysterious Explorations of Jasper Morello (2005)
--The Raven (2010)

July 10th
9. Wo hu cang long [Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon] (2000)
10. The Matrix (1999) [music-only track with commentary]
11. The Matrix Reloaded (2003)
12. The Matrix Revolutions (2003)
13. Falling Skies: "Live and Learn" | "The Armory" (2011)

July 11th
14. The X-Files: "Red Museum" | "Excelsis Dei" (1994)
15. DragonHeart (1996)
16. Explorers (1985)
17. Eureka: "Liftoff" | Warehouse 13: "The New Guy" (2011)
18. The X-Files: "Aubrey" | "Irresistible" (1995)

July 12th
19. Riese: Kingdom Falling (2009)
20. Mimic (1997)
21. The X-Files: "Die Hand die verletzt" | "Fresh Bones" (1995)

July 13th
22. The X-Files: "Colony" | "End Game" (1995)
23. The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008)
24. Planet of the Apes (1968)
25. The X-Files: "Fearful Symmetry" | "Død Kalm" (1995)
26. Robocop (1987)

July 14th
27. The X-Files: "Humbug" | "The Calusari" (1995)
28. The X-Files: "F. Emasculata" | "Soft Light" (1995)
29. Sunshine (2007)
30. The Thing From Another World (1951)
31. MST3K: The Mole People (1956/1997)
32. X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes (1963)
33. Trancers (1985)

July 15th
34. The X-Files: "Our Town" | "Anasazi" (1995)
35. Ever After (1998)
36. Der Himmel über Berlin [Wings of Desire] (1987)
37. Jason and the Argonauts (1963)
38. The X-Files: "The Blessing Way" | "Paper Clip" (1995)
39. Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008)

July 16th
40. Gojira [Godzilla] (1954)
41. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1916)
42. Metropolis (1927)
43. The X-Files: "D.P.O." | "The List" (1995)
44. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)

July 17th
45. The Last Man on Earth (1964)
46. Delicatessen (1991)
47. The Secret of NIMH (1982)
48. The X-Files: "Clyde Bruckman's Final Repose" | "2Shy" (1995)
49. The X-Files: "The Walk" | "Oubliette" (1995)
50. Bowery at Midnight (1942)

July 18th
Failed Tv Pilots - Set 1
51. Condor (1986) | Constant Payne (2001) | Electra Woman and Dyna Girl (2001)
52. The Invaders - Part 1 (1995)
53. The Invaders - Part 2 (1995)
54. I-Man (1986)
55. Infiltrator (1987) | The Robinsons: Lost in Space (2004)
56. Chameleon (1998)

July 19th
57. Eureka: "Reprise" | Warehouse 13: "Trials" (2011)
58. The X-Files: "Nisei" | "731" (1995)
Failed Tv Pilots - Set 2
59. Knight Rider 2000 (1991)
60. Riverworld (2003)
61. Lost in Oz (2002) | Global Frequency (2005)
62. The Man Who Wouldn't Die (1994)
63. Planet Earth (1974) | Area 57 (2007)
64. The Man Who Fell to Earth (1987)

July 20th
65. The X-Files: "Revelations" | "War of the Coprophages" (1995)
Failed Tv Pilots - Set 3
66. Annihilator (1986)
67. Doorways (1993)
68. Aquaman (2006) | Heat Vision and Jack (1999) | The Crystal Cube (1983)
69. Virtuality (2009)
70. Plymouth (1991)
71. Futuresport (1998)

July 21st
72. The Omega Man (1971)
73. A Matter of Life and Death (1946)
74. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931)
75. The War Game (1965)
76. Alphas: "Pilot" (2011)
77. Ink (2009)

July 22nd
78. The X-Files: "Syzygy" | "Grotesque" (1996)
79. Stalker (1979)
80. [WILDCARD] Insidious (2010)
81. Big Trouble in Little China (1986)

July 23rd
82. TRON (1982)
83. TRON: Legacy (2010)
84. The Dark Crystal (1982)
85. Silent Running (1972)
86. Treasure Planet (2002)
87. Stargate (1994)
88. Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959)

July 24th
89. Sherlock Jr. (1924)
90. Merlin - Part 1 (1998)
91. Merlin - Part 2 (1998)
92. Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001)
93. The X-Files: "Piper Maru" | "Apocrypha" (1996)

July 25th
94. The X-Files: "Pusher" | "Teso dos Bichos" (1996)

July 26th
95. The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)

July 27th
96. Alphaville, une étrange aventure de Lemmy Caution (1965)
97. Det sjunde inseglet [The Seventh Seal] (1957)
98. Dung fong saam hap [The Heroic Trio] (1993)

July 28th
99. Solyaris [Solaris] (1972)
100. The X-Files: "Hell Money" | "Jose Chung's 'From Outer Space'" (1996)
101. The X-Files: "Avatar" | "Quagmire" (1996)

July 29th
102. The X-Files: "Wetwired" | "Talitha Cumi" (1996)
103. The X-Files: "Herrenvolk" | "Home" (1996)
104. The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
105. Tonari no Totoro [My Neighbor Totoro] (1988)

July 30th
106. The X-Files: "Teliko" | "Unruhe" (1996)
107. Fantastic Voyage (1966)
108. MST3K: Future War (1997/1999)
109. Invaders from Mars (1953)
110. Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog (2008) [twice, 2nd time with commentary]

July 31st
111. The Lost World (1999)
112. Willow (1988)
113. The Philadelphia Experiment (1984)
114. Mononoke-hime [Princess Mononoke] (1997)
115. The Sword in the Stone (1963
116. Eureka: "Glimpse" | Warehouse 13: "Love Sick" (2011)
117. The X-Files: "The Field Where I Died" | "Sanguinarium" (1996)

Checklist: 81/81
Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade of film history:
x1890sLa lune à un mètre
x1900sThe '?' Motorist
x1910s20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
x1920sSherlock Jr.
x1930sDr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
x1940sA Matter of Life and Death
x1950sInvaders from Mars
x1960sFantastic Voyage
x1970sSilent Running
x1980sI-Man
x1990sThe Invaders
x2000sThe Matrix Reloaded
x2010sTRON: Legacy
Watch films in at least two languages other than English:
xFirst language: RussianStalker, Solyaris
xSecond language: GermanDer Himmel über Berlin
xThird language: JapaneseGojira, Tonari no Totoro, Mononoke Hime
xFourth language: FrenchDelicatessen, Alphaville
xFifth language: MandarinWo hu cang long
xSixth language: SwedishDet sjunde inseglet
xSeventh language: CantoneseDung fong saam hap
Watch a film for each rating:
xGTonari no Totoro
xPGTRON
xPG-13The Adjustment Bureau
xRThe Matrix
xX/NC-17Robocop
xUnratedThe Land Beyond the Sunset
Watch a film...
x...covered by MST3K/Rifftrax/CTMST3K: Future War
x...and its remakeThe Day the Earth Stood Still
x...based on a video gameMortal Kombat
x...based on a novelThe Man Who Fell to Earth
x...which won an Academy AwardThe War Game (best documentary)
x...from the silent eraParis qui dort
x...released by CriterionSolyaris
x...with commentaryDr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog
x...and at least two sequelsThe Matrix trilogy
x...that takes place under the earthJourney to the Center of the Earth
x...that takes place in spaceSunshine
x...that takes place on/under the seaAtlantis: The Lost Empire
x...that is animatedMononoke-hime
x...that takes place in a "future" that is now pastKnight Rider 2000
Watch a film directed by/starring/animated by/with SFX by:
xEd WoodPlan 9 from Outer Space
xRoger CormanX: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes
xRalph BakshiFire and Ice
xJoe DanteExplorers
xCharles BandTrancers
xJohn AgarMST3K: The Mole People
xKenneth TobeyThe Thing From Another World
xCharlton HestonPlanet of the Apes
xJohn CarradineThe Secret of NIMH
xKurt RussellStargate
xBela LugosiBowery at Midnight
xVincent PriceThe Last Man on Earth
xDennis QuaidDragonHeart
xMax von SydowDet sjunde inseglet
xHelena Bonham CarterHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
xJohn SaxonPlanet Earth
xMichael IronsideWatchers
xJohn LounsberyThe Sword in the Stone
xRay HarryhausenJason and the Argonauts
Watch a film in each of the following subgenres/types:
xAlien InvasionIndependence Day
xArthurian FantasyMerlin
xCyborgTreasure Planet
xPost-ApocalypticDelicatessen
xDark FantasyInk
xSword and SorceryWillow
xCybernetic RevoltAlphaville
xImmortalityThe Man From Earth
xBased on a Fairy TaleEver After
xMutantsThe Omega Man
xSuperheroDung fong saam hap
xMad ScientistMetropolis
xMartial Arts FantasyWo hu cang long
xTime TravelThe Philadelphia Experiment
xGiant CrittersMimic
xPrehistoricThe Lost World
xParanormalThe X-Files
xSteampunkRiese: Kingdom Falling
xUrban FantasyBig Trouble in Little China
xHigh FantasyThe Dark Crystal
xKaijuGojira
xCyberpunkThe Matrix Revolutions







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Goal: 50
Legend:
First Time Views *
Watched With Wife *
- July 1st -
1.)
Metropolis (1927 / 1984) (DVD)
My Thoughts: I remember seeing the Giorgio Moroder version of Metropolis in high school and falling in love with it. Over the years since then I have looked for it off and on and been unsuccessful in finding it until just this last year. This blend of a 20's German dystopian future with the sounds and colors of the 80's works brilliantly. It is a feast for the eyes and I will enjoy watching that 20's robot exotic dancing over and over again in the years to come.
(4.5 out of 5)
2.)
Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe: Chapters 1-5 (1940) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: I wanted to like this but I found myself bored to tears. Admittedly probably fresh in it's day it just played hackneyed and the same ass the dozen or so other serials I have seen. The only thing that partially saved this for me was having some characters I knew and being somewhat interesting in an past view of the future sort of way. I am at the moment on the fence on if I should watch the next 5ish hours or so on this box set...
(2 out of 5)
3.)
Flash Gordon (1980) (Blu-Ray) *
My Thoughts: I gotta say, the experience of watching this on Blu-Ray kinda ruined this for me. I was a big fan of this movie both in cheese and ascetics on VHS but everything is just too clear on Blu-Ray. It makes it seem like a Dr. Who episode. The sets feel like sets now and the miniatures look like miniatures. But the acting, soundtrack and final act do still save it from being a disaster.
(3 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: "Flash.....Ahhhhh. I think DVD version is much better, 3D version is too fake, too clean. Looks like 60's TV show. It's ok kiddie movie like 3 star I guess. I know why you want to play football, like Flash. Maybe next time we should think wither or not to buy Blu-Ray."
(3 out of 5)
- July 2nd -
4.) - 5.)
Sliders S04E19-22 (1999) (DVD)
My Thoughts: The gang slides from world to world getting themselves into trouble Westly Crusher style. Although I don't hate the Sliders like I do the intrepid ensign Crusher. Kari is exceptionally cute, especially when she gets off character. But after taking the studio tour at Universal all I can see is backlot when I watch this show now. The season finale even starts at the Bates Motel! No cliffhanger this time but it still stings that I can't get season 5 on DVD.
(3.5 out of 5)
6.)
Tremors: The Series S01E01-02 (2003) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: As a fan of the Tremors franchise I was pleased when they turned it into a tv show but unfortunately was never able to catch it when it was actually on. It's nice to see all the returning cast members but I am already seeing how this might be hard, plot wise, to maintain as a show. The second episode is easily the best of the pair harkening back to Tremors 2. Nothing amazing so far but still looking forward to the rest of this series.
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 3rd -
7.)
Fringe S02E16-17 (2010) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: I discovered this series via DVDTalk word of mouth and it has been quite a pleasure and it's nice to know that this one won't die so quickly like FlashForward or The Sarah Connor Chronicles. Here we have a somewhat disappointing story-arc episode and a fantastic stand alone guest staring Petter Weller in a repeated day episode. Finding things like this makes all the hours wasted on DVDTalk worth it.
(3 & 4.5 out of 5 respectively)
- July 4th -
8.) - 9.)
Tremors: The Series S01E03-06 (2003) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: One Tremors 3 callback episode and 3 lamer expanding on Perfection episodes. Had I been watching this one on the initial run this is about the part where I probably would have seen the writing on the wall. I love Christopher Lloyd but his as a scientist from and old abandoned military research center hidden in Perfection valley is kinda lame.
(3 out of 5)
- July 5th -
10.)
Fringe S02E18-19 (2010) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: A decent overarching plot episode and a great standalone holodeck/what if episode. Generally with Sci-Fi the plot arc episodes are my favorite but with both Fringe and the X-Files the weird what ifs seem to be the cream. Going back and forth from this to the budget challenged Tremors Series is like night and day in quality.
(4 out of 5)
- July 6th -
11.)
Fringe S02E20-21 (2010) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: Another great stand alone episode with the annoying girl from the Goonies, not so annoying this time. And a penultimate season 2 episode that rocked my socks off. There was a point where I was kinda meh who are this new characters they are introducing, I am not sure if I am going to like where this is going but then they kill them, awesome. I can't wait to see the season finally but I am really tired so it will have to wait till the morrow.
(4.5 out of 5)
- July 7th -
12.)
Tremors: The Series S01E07-08 (2003) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: A couple of pretty good episodes, not surprisingly none of that expanded universe crap. The shoestring budget that sci-fi had the show on really starts to show when they attempt these big action sequences, but the characters are into it and it's at least as fun as Tremors 3 or maybe even a bit better...
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 8th -
13.)
Fringe S02E22-S03E01 (2010) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: Wow, a great Lost, 'I have to see what is next' vibe going on. This is TV done right. When every episode makes me crazy to see the next something is working. Also this set up into season 3 is very interesting and I am curious how they are going to develop that. Watch this show!
(5 out of 5)
14.)
Tremors: The Series S01E09-10 (2003) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: I wasn't too impressed with the last episodes, it feels like a lameish 90's show at this point. There is one episode with an awful CG monster and another one where animal rights activist descend on Perfection to protect El Blanco, and they are both about as lame as they sound.
(2 out of 5)
- July 10th -
15.)
Killer Klowns From Outer Space (1988) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: Didn't quite hold up as well as I remember but it is still one of the go to 80's cult experiences. If you are in the mood for some bad acting, horrible plot and the need for a gread deal of suspension of disbelief you will not be disappointed. Also for use while drinking and or to terrify those weirdos that are afraid of clowns.
(3.5 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: "Expected high, beginning but it was not that great 3.5 drop to 2.5. It was too silly and kiddie and no any secret. They no talk about anything, where they come from anything. The look very creepy." Her Favorite Klown Kill: Shadow Puppets
(2.5 out of 5)
- July 11th -
16.) - 16.5)
Fringe S03E02-04 (2010) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: Not the explosiveness of either the previous seasons finally or this seasons opener but still serviceable episodes. A bit color by numbers compared to the rest of the series thus far but compared to other shows it is still pretty awesome. I need more, and am dreading catching up to the end of season 3 and having to wait for season 4.
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 13th -
17.5)
Thor (2011) (Theater) **
My Thoughts: I was never really into the character of Thor so it's not all that surprising that the movie didn't really do it for me. The stuff in Valhalla was cool, Natalie Portman was cute if playing a bit of a generic character but I just couldn't get into it. I wasn't really feeling the actor, although compared to the TV movie with Bill Bixby it was an improvement and all the parts set on Earth seemed lacking somehow like they were all tiny sets or something. Basically "Meh" but with some pretty.
(3 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: "I don't care about it, I'm so tired. I don't like it, disappointed, glad to watch the dollar movie ($3.75 each for 3-D) I don't pay full price for that. Too kiddie, I expected a little more and of course tired but still."
(2.0 out of 5)
- July 14th -
18.) - 19.)
Tremors: The Series S01E11-13 (2003) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: 2 decent creature features and one of the worst season finales I have ever seen round out this series in a disappointing swan song. I can see why Sci-Fi did shuffle this one around. Everyones favorite characters was basically a no show on these last 3 episodes (my favorite is the little asian shopkeep though). And the finale was so so disappointing, a continuation of my other least favorite episode in the series consisting of the mob going after El Blanco, sigh. I am still slightly optimistic about Tremors 5, if they can ever get it off the ground and bring some names back.
(3 out of 5)
- July 15th -
20.) - 21.)
Fringe S03E05-08 (2011) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: The parallel worlds Olivia jumping comes to an exciting head. I am feeling a but redundant with my constant gushing over this series but it is indeed great. I wonder if the sitcom like sci-fi shows are dead. The Incredible Hulks or Star Treks in favor of this over story arc. It does have diminishing returns in that once someone misses a few episodes they are very lost but they are so so much more satisfying.
(4 out of 5)
- July 16th -
22.)
Timecrimes (2007) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: One of the best time travel movies I have seen in awhile. Reminds me of Primer but with no annoying characters. So far this is my pick of the challenge, just a completely satisfying blind buy, something that seems to have gotten more illusive over the years.
(4.5 out of 5)
- July 17th -
23.)
Sherlock Holmes (2010) (Blu-Ray) **
My Thoughts: Robert Downey Jr. was great as he has been in everything for the past half decade or so. The movie it's self was also fun but as a Sherlock Holmes movie it didn't quite ring true to me. For departures on the Holmes formula I quite like Michael Cain's Without A Clue much better. Don't get me wrong I had a great time with this it just didn't feel like Sherlock Homes.
(4 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: "I expected something else. Jude Law is good but Robert Dountry Jr, he think everything the same, Iron Man. He is not great actor he cannot change the rolls. It's exactly same, I don't care about that. Didn't know that that was a guy Richie Film, interesting.
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 18th -
24.)
Fringe S03E09-10 (2011) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: Still a couple of good episodes but I really thought Fringe was above the cliched have to keep the couple apart to keep thins interesting paradigm. I really hope they don't run this into the ground Rachel and Ross style. This was even a problem with Lost but here they do try a similar triangle thing to try and keep it fresh but still. I shouldn't be thinking about plot structure, I should just be enjoying the show!
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 19th -
25.)
Fringe S03E11-12 (2011) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: 2 basically throw away episodes. Still fun as they are set in the Fringe-verse but like lost I sometimes find myself inpatient with episodes that aren't more plot heavy. I have fallen a bit behind in my reviews at this point (currently the 28th) and looking back they don't seems like great episodes but as I remember when I was watching them I was enthralled just like every other episode of Fringe.
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 21st -
26.)
Fantastic Argoman (1967) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: The primes is basically Bond if he were a telekinetic Japanese superhero that everyone thought was a super villain. This is easily going to be my WTF Did I Just Watch pick of the challenge. Aside from the ridiculous costume, the muscle free super hero, the Godzilla movie dubbing... well not that I think about it it is almost like a bad episode of the 60's Batman tv series, a really bad episode. Also the VHS quality transfer on this Kick Ass Heroes set didn't help either.
(2 out of 5)
- July 22nd -
27.)
Jumper (2008) (Blu-Ray)
My Thoughts: I was actually under the impression that I had only seen just bits and pieces of this before but nope, seen it all. Not sure what kind of recommendation that warrants but I did have fun with this one. A friend once described this to me as Nightcrawler the movie, and he wasn't too far off base. Hayden Christiansen does get annoying from time to time and I do end up liking the second string characters much more than him but it's gorgeous to look at and fun in a Transformers sort of way and probably one I will end up revisiting in the future.
(3.5 out of 5)

Commentary
28.)
Commentary For Jumper (2008) (Blu-Ray)
My Thoughts: I usually prefer cast commentaries as I feel that over the past 10 years or so I have gotten my fill of the creative, film making aspect. This one was different though, it was heavy on adaptation from the graphic novel/comic book and on the creative aspects of flushish out the universe. Also I always enjoy hearing about planned sequels that will never come to fruition. If you didn't hate the source I would definably recommend checking this one out.
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 23rd -
29.)
Elektra (2005) (DVD) **
My Thoughts: I missed this one the first time around and now after actually having seen it, I guess I didn't miss much. Elektra is not a character I really care about and Jennifer Gardener isn't really an actress I particularly like. SHe was fine in Daredevil and in fact the first 15 minutes of this movie were surprisingly awesome. But then they do this hackneyed assassin that grows a heart bit with some lameish villains, it just doesn't work for me. Too far removed to be enjoyable Marvel faire, also I think this was the last live action Marvel film not to have a post credits scene (which is odd considering Daredevil did).
(2.5 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: "Pretty good, I can give 3.5 star. But need more story wise. Not sure why they attack. Jennifer Garner did pretty good job but story wise need ma little more detail, just fighting fighting finish. Not bad...
(3.5 out of 5)
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-Revised
Goal: 40
Legend:
First Time Views *
Watched With Wife *
- July 24th -
30.)
Labyrinth (1986) (Blu-Ray) *
My Thoughts: One of my absolute favorites, not only of the 80's but of all time. But this viewing was 2 firsts for me: the first time I have seen Labyrinth in widescreen and the first time I have seen it other than on VHS. The first thing that popped out to me was the level of detail, it was simply amazing. But on the flip side of that coin some of the effects do kinda fall apart in the higher resolution. All of that aside, this is one of the classics of my childhood.
(5 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: Pretty good, but sometimes doesn't have to be Blu-Ray. I guess it's too clear and a littl weird. Jennifer Connolly cute. David Bowie wear strange costume. Ending was cute. Thats a good movie. Why you like girl movie so much?
(4 out of 5)
- July 25th -

Commentary
31.)
Commentary For Labyrinth (1986) (Blu-Ray) *
My Thoughts: A bit of a ho hum commentary, only interesting in that they are talking about Labyrinth. I loved hearing the stories about a young Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie but it was sort of bitter sweet in that I would much rather be hearing their reminisces. A commentary with Connelly, Bowie and Hoggle would be amazing... Still this one is saved by it's content.
(3.5 out of 5)
32.)
Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) (Theater) **
My Thoughts: I must admit to having lowered expectation while going into this one, which might have explained why I was so thoroughly blown away. Chris Evans is Captain America way more than he ever was Johnny Storm. This is easily the best Marvel movie I have seen since Iron Man and I think the best 2011 release I have seen thus far.
(4.5 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: Chris Evans cute. He's better here, that cheerleader thing... I was wondering, did US do that really? I thought he's go date, sad. I'm excited to see sequel. I should throw something to that noisy kid! Not movie related, there was a little monster in our theater.
(4.5 out of 5)
- July 27th -
33.) - 34.)
Fringe S03E13-16 (2011) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: OK, so they are getting over that 'my feelings are hurt' stuff and getting back to some classic Fringe. Another flash back episode blew my socks off (they need more of these). And some explosive news with Faulivia. And to think I would have never watched this show if someone on the forum hadn't discounted my opinion with it somewhere...
(4.5 out of 5)
35.)
Princess Mononoke (1997) (DVD) **
My Thoughts: I went into this one with high expectations, mostly due to the ubiquitous "Star Wars of anime" quote. Also maybe I was expecting more Sci-Fi than Fantasy, I don't mean to say I was disappointed but I really just wasn't in an fantasy mood. That being said this is an above average movie, it does get a bit to hippy naturey for me but I liked it. It actually made me move Ponya to the "to buy" list.
(3.5 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: So good, so good. 5 fucking 5 star man, Miasaki is awesome. Miasaki is the best animation director ever. Then she insinuated Avatar was based on this movie. I like Yakuru. Story very good, kids and adults can enjoy this movie, I watch 5 times already, own VHS tape. All characters looks good, especially that Kudama too.
(5 out of 5)
- July 28th -
36.)
Iron Man (2008) (Blu-Ray)
My Thoughts: One of if not the best Marvel movies ever. Until this movie Iron Man had always just been an auxiliary character for me but Robert Downy Jr. makes him larger than life. This one easily overshadows all of the other Avengers movies even the near flawless Captain America that just came out. Makes me wonder how balanced the upcoming en-sable piece will be... On a side note I would love to see a more opulent R-Rated version of this property. Watchmen was good, come on Marvel get with it, the majority of your fans are over 18.
(4.5 out of 5)
- July 29th -
37.)
Iron Man 2 (2010) (Blu-Ray)
My Thoughts: Whiplash and his drones seemed a bit redundant/less interesting than I would have preferred. But Robert Downy Jr. continues to bring the awesome and the constant Avengers teases still made it one of the better film experiences of 2010. I would enjoy seeing Iron Man go up against a non-mechanical enemy.
(4 out of 5)
38.)
Fringe S03E17-18 (2011) (Internet) *
My Thoughts: A bit annoying that they have another reason to keep Olivia and peter apart but at least this time it is done in a very interesting way. In fact I could see keeping this dynamic and bringing Faulivia back over.
(4 out of 5)
39.)
Watchmen: The Director's Cut (2009) (Blu-Ray) *
My Thoughts: This is my top movie of 2009. And can best be described in one word: Epic. Note: I have not read the source material but I do have the motion comic in the "to watch' pile.
(5 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: I don't like Comedian guy he is too violent and gross. I like that battleship and peepee. But too long and had to confusing. If you read Marvel understand it better. I know, I told her[/b]
(4 out of 5)
- July 30th -

Commentary
40.)
Commentary For Watchmen: The Director's Cut (2009) (Blu-Ray) *
My Thoughts: Ok, so Maximum Movie Mode is not exactly commentary but I am counting it as such for the challenge. This reminds me a bit of those old infinifilm DVDs in that you need to click the remote from time to time to see some of the special features. I would have preferred it just auto-play everything and that there was less down time between segments, even some pop-up video style trivia would have been nice. But I must admit this allowed me to enjoy several additional segments that I might not have watched otherwise and the segments with the director were excellent.
(4 out of 5)
41.)
Tron (1982) (Blu-Ray) *
My Thoughts: I never really thought that Tron was that great of a movie, it's more like a fireworks display with a plot shoehorned in. That being said it is a fun fireworks display. The visuals seem even more interesting now than they used to, its a retro feast for the eyes.
(3.5 out of 5)
My Wife's Thoughts: This is little cheesy, like too much video game behind. Is this 80's? 1982 Thats why. I'm excited to see Tron Legacy, looks better. I guess we watch good tv thats why looks cheesy I guess...
(3.5 out of 5)
- July 31st -
42.) - 43.)
Friday The 13th: The Series S01E01-04 (1987) (DVD) *
My Thoughts: A lot cheesier than I remembered but this show did run when I was 3. It is actually really weird when you think about it. You have these cousins and their weird sexual tension and they have set out on a quest to basically steal back things they and their uncle have sold. And then there is the whole name of the show controversy. But its entertaining enough and subject matter makes it bit better.
(3.5 out of 5)
Awards
Spoiler:
Best Title Watched:
Watchmen: The Director's Cut

Worst Title Watched:
Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe: Chapters 1-5

Best Marvel Movie:
Iron Man

Worst Marvel Movie:
Elektra

Challenge Surprises (in a good way):
Timecrimes
Fringe
Captain America: The First Avenger

Me And My Wife Completely Agree On:
Captain America: The First Avenger (4.5)
Tron (3.5)

WTF Award
Fantastic Argoman
Additional Statistics
Spoiler:
Number of 1st time viewings:
29 out of 43 (67%)

Number of titles watched with wife:
10 out of 43 (23%)

Most Watched From Decade:
1. 2010 - 19 out of 43 (44%)
2. 2000 - 12.5 out of 43 (29%)
3. 1990 & 1980 - 5 out of 43 (11%)

Most Watched By Rating:
1. Unrated - 25.5 out of 43 (59%)
2. PG-13 - 9 out of 43 (21%)
3. PG - 4 out of 43 (9%)

Highest Rated 1st Time Views:
(4.5 out of 5 or better)
Timecrimes (4.5)
Captain America: The First Avenger (4.5)
Fringe (3 to 5)

Highest Rated Repeat Views:
(4.5 out of 5 or better)
Metropolis (4.5)
Labyrinth (5)
Watchmen: The Director's Cut (5)

Wife's Highest Rated Of The Challenge:
(4 out of 5 or better)
Watchmen: The Director's Cut (4)
Labyrinth (4)
Captain America: The First Avenger (4.5)
Princess Mononoke (5)

My Lowest Rated Titles Of The Challenge:
(2.5 out of 5 or lower (1 being the lowest possible score))
Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe: Chapters 1-5 (2)
Fantastic Argoman (2)
Tremors: The Series S01E09-10 (2 to 3.5)

My Wife's Lowest Rated Titles Of The Challenge:
(2.5 out of 5 or lower (1 being the lowest possible score))
Thor (2)
Checklist
Spoiler:
*Note: To avoid checklist clutter TV shows will be combined into one entry i.e. S01E01-02 & S01E03-04 will be listed as S01E01-04.

Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
-x- 1920 - Metropolis (1927)
--- 1930 -
-x- 1940 - Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe: Chapters 1-5 (1940)
--- 1950 -
-x- 1960 - Fantastic Argoman (1967)
--- 1970 -
-x- 1980 - Flash Gordon (1980)
...............Killer Klowns From Outer Space (1988)
...............Labyrinth (1986)
...............Commentary For Labyrinth (1986)
...............Tron (1982)
-x- 1990 - Sliders S04E19-22 (1999)
...............Princess Mononoke (1997)
-x- 2000 - Tremors: The Series S01E01-13 (2003) 6.5
...............Timecrimes (2007)
...............Jumper (2008)
...............Commentary For Jumper (2008)
...............Iron Man (2008)
...............Watchmen: The Director's Cut (2009)
...............Commentary For Watchmen: The Director's Cut (2009)
-x- 2010 - Fringe S02E16 - S03E18 (2010-2011)
...............Thor (2011)
...............Sherlock Holmes (2010)
...............Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
...............Iron Man 2 (2010)

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-x- First language - Timecrimes (Spanish)
-x- Second language - Princess Mononoke (Japanese)

--- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
-x- Watch a film and its remake - Flash Gordon 40's Serials & 1980 Remake
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
--- Watch a film based on a novel -
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
--- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category -
-x- Watch a silent film - Metropolis
--- Watch a Criterion version film -
-x- Watch a film with commentary - Jumper
.................................................Labyrinth
--- Watch a film and at least two sequels -
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
-x- Watch a film that takes place in space - Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe: Chapters 1-5
............................................................Flash Gordon
............................................................Thor
--- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea -
-x- Watch an animated film - Princess Mononoke
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
--- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone -

Watch a film for each rating:
--- G -
-x- PG - Flash Gordon
............Labyrinth
............Commentary for Labyrinth
............Tron
-x- PG-13 - Killer Klowns From Outer Space
................Thor
................Sherlock Holmes
................Jumper
................Commentary For Jumper
................Captain America: The First Avenger
................Princess Mononoke
................Iron Man
................Iron Man 2
-x- R - Timecrimes
..........Watchmen: The Director's Cut
..........Commentary For Watchmen: The Director's Cut
--- X/NC-17 -
-x- Unrated - Metropolis
...................Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe: Chapters 1-5
...................Sliders S04E19-22
...................Tremors: The Series S01E01-13
...................Fringe S02E16 - S03E18
...................Fantastic Argoman

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-x- Alien invasion - Killer Klowns From Outer Space
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
-x- Cyborg - Metropolis
..................Fringe S02E16 - S03E18
--- Post-Apocalyptic -
--- Dark Fantasy -
-x- Sword and Sorcery - Princess Mononoke
--- Cybernetic revolt -
--- Immortality -
--- Based on fairy tale -
-x- Mutants - Fringe S02E16 - S03E18
...................Jumper
...................Commentary For Jumper
-x- Superhero - Thor
......................Fantastic Argoman
......................Jumper
......................Captain America: The First Avenger
......................Iron Man
......................Iron Man 2
......................Watchmen: The Director's Cut
......................Commentary For Watchmen: The Director's Cut
-x- Mad Scientist - Fringe S02E16 - S03E18
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
-x- Time travel - Fringe S02E16 - S03E18
........................Timecrimes
-x- Giant Critters - Tremors: The Series S01E01-08
--- Prehistoric -
--- Paranormal -
-x- Steampunk - Sherlock Holmes
--- Urban Fantasy -
-x- High Fantasy - Labyrinth
..........................Commentary For Labyrinth
--- Kaiju -
-x- Cyberpunk - Tron

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston -
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell -
--- Bela Lugosi -
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
--- Helena Bonham Carter -
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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And maybe three

Edit: Defiantly not three

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Have 90% of entries be first viewings for me or at the very least for my wife
50 entries
Find out what this Doctor Who craze is all about
July 1st1. Predators (2010) | First Time Viewing | Blu-Ray
I honestly had my doubts about this film. Adrian Brody and Topher Grace? Not exactly two men I consider to live up to the extremely macho cast of the first Predator movie. Brody actually proves himself well, even if he does take to many cues from the Dark Knight. Putting Predator back in the jungle was a good move and this film certainly delivers much in the spirit of the Schwarzenegger classic. Action packed and entertaining throughout.
RATING: 7/10
2. Predator 2 (1990) | First Time Viewing | Blu-Ray
Boring, even at 108 minutes it could have stood for a little more trimming and needs some pacing issues addressed. Predator 2 just didn't work for me. Maybe it was because I watched it back to back with Predators but this just seemed pale in comparison.
RATING: 5/10
3. Doctor Who (2005) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 1 Episode 1 and Season 1 Episode 2
4. Doctor Who (2005) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 1 Episode 3 and Season 1 Episode 4
July 2nd
5. Thor (2011) | Theater
I thought this movie was going to be a turd, miraculously enough it works. While the cheese level is high it's just a hell of a lot of fun, the switching between Earth and Asgard never feels disorientating and both worlds work well. The cast all plays there parts well and Chris Hemsworth plays the part of Thor excellently. An all around fun comic book flick that shouldn't be missed.
RATING: 7.5/10
6. Doctor Who (2005) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 1 Episode 5 and Season 1 Episode 6
7. Doctor Who (2005) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 1 Episode 7 and Season 1 Episode 8
8. Doctor Who (2005) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 1 episode 9 and Season 1 Episode 10
July 3rd
9. 3rd Rock From The Sun (2000) | First Time Viewing | Netflix Streaming
Season 6 Episodes 1, 2, 3, and 4
10. Hunter Prey (2010) | First Time Viewing | Netflix Streaming in HD
Okay, so judging by the Boba Fett knockoff on the cover I was expecting something silly and action filled, something I could just turn my mind off and watch for an hour and half. What I got was a slow burning, intelligent sci-fi tale much in the vein of 70's era science fiction. To put it bluntly this is about the best Sci-fi film I've seen in years. An absolute surprise filled with plenty of sci-fi references and made by someone that clearly loves the genre. If you have Netflix there is absolutely no reason not to check this out.
RATING: 9/10
11. Doctor Who (2005) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 1 Episodes 11 and 12
12. Doctor Who (2005) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 1 Episode 13 and Season 2 Episode 1
End of Season wrapup: Well Season one has come and gone quite quickly in the first few days of the challenge. Needless to say I got hooked hard on this show, Eccleston was absolutely fantastic as the doctor and I'm going to miss the hell out of him next season.
RATING: 8.5/10
July 4th
13. Enemy Mine (1985) | First Time Viewing | DVD
Enemy Mine is about two enemies that were taught to hate each other, they crash land their ships on an unknown planet after a dogfight between the Humans and the Drax. What unfolds is a kind of brotherhood between the two species as they are forced to work together. It all feels genuine and get's pretty heartfelt which isn't something seen to often in sci-ti tales. This relationship works pretty well until the third act. The cheese just get's spread on to hard towards the end and I really just wasn't into the last 1/3 as I was everything prior.
RATING: 7/10
14. Futurama (1999) | Netflix Streaming
Volume 3 Episodes 1,2,3 and 4
15. Doctor Who (2006) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 2 Episode 2 and 3
16. Doctor Who (2006) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 2 Episodes 4 and 5
17. Doctor Who (2006) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 2 Episodes 6 and 7
July 5th
18. Splice (2009) | First Time Viewing | Blu-Ray
Bravo marketing department, I had no idea I was about to watch what I just watched.
RATING: WTF/10
19. All-Star Superman (2011) | First Time Viewing | Blu-Ray
I've honestly never been much a fan of The Man of Steel. There's just something unappealing about the strongest man in the galaxy. A super hero that's just to powerful isn't interesting. Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely changed all that when they created what is one of my favorite comics ever. This movie is a near perfect representation of the comic series, that being said if you haven't read it not much will make sense. The animated movie could have benefited from added length to really flesh out what was happening. It made sense to me, but that's because I've read the comics. To someone unfamiliar I have a feeling it would seem very jumpy and confusing, maybe even boring. That complaint aside, everything else is fantastic. The animation is spot on, the voice acting is wonderful, and the emotional impact of the story is perfect. Never has the man of steel been as good as he is in All-Star Superman.
RATING 8.5/10
20. Doctor Who (2006) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 2 Episodes 8 and 9
21. Doctor Who (2006) | First Time Viewing | Netflix streaming
Season 2 Episodes 10 and 11

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2008 list (115 total)
2009 list (42 total)
Last year's list (46 total)



7/2/11

1) Frankenstein 1970 (1958)

7/4/11

2) Frankenstein 1970 (1958) w/ Bob Burns, Charlotte Austin, and Tom Weaver commentary

7/6/11

3) Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: "Return of the Fighting 69th" / Doctor Who: "The Lazarus Experiment"

7/7/11

4) The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)

7/8/11

5) Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: "Unchained Woman" / "Planet of the Amazon Women"
6) The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)

7/9/11

7) Early Edition: "Show Me the Monet" / Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: "Cosmic Whiz Kid"

7/10/11

8) The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

7/11/11

9) Stardust (2007)
10) Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: "Escape From Wedded Bliss" / "Cruise Ship to the Stars"

7/12/11

11) Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: "Space Vampire" / "Happy Birthday, Buck"

7/13/11

12) Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: "A Blast for Buck" / Battlestar Galactica: "The Gun on Ice Planet Zero"
13) Battlestar Galactica: "The Gun on Ice Planet Zero Part II" / "The Magnificent Warriors"

7/14/11

14) Futurama: "My Problem With Popplers" / "Ghost in the Machines" / "Law & Oracle" / "Luck of the Fryish"

7/15/11

15) All-Star Superman (2010)
16) Battlestar Galactica: "The Young Lords" / "The Living Legend"

7/16/11

17) Battlestar Galactica: "The Living Legend Part II" / "Fire in Space"
18) Caltiki the Immortal Monster (1959)

7/17/11

19) Tron (1982)
20) Tron Legacy (2010)

7/18/11

21) Queen of Outer Space (1958)

7/20/11

22) The Projected Man (1966)

7/21/11

23) Queen of Outer Space (1958) w/ Laurie Mitchell and Tom Weaver commentary
24) Tron (1982) w/ Steven Lisberger, Donald Kushner, Harrison Ellenshaw, and Richard Taylor commentary
25) Captain America (1990)

7/22/11

26) Mystery Science Theater 3000: "The Projected Man"

7/24/11

27) The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)
28) Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo (2007)

7/25/11

29) I Am Number Four (2011)
30) Ghost Whisperer: "Delusions of Grandview" / "Leap of Faith"

7/26/11

31) Eureka: "Glimpse" / Warehouse 13: "Love Sick"
32) Alphas: "Anger Management" / Haven: "Fear & Loathing"
33) Captain America (1979)
34) Captain America II (1979)

7/27/11

35) Being Human: "Some Thing to Watch Over Me" / Ghost Whisperer: "Endless Love"
36) Ghost Whisperer: "The Book of Changes" / "Birthday Presence"

7/29/11

37) Futurama: "The Silence of the Clamps" / "Yo Leela Leela" / "All the Presidents' Heads" / Batman: The Brave and the Bold: "Bat-Mite Presents: Batman's Strangest Cases"

7/30/11

38) Flight to Mars (1951)
39) Colossus: The Forbin Project (1970)

7/31/11

40) Spirits of the Air, Gremlins of the Clouds (1989)
41) Chuck: "Chuck Vs. Agent X" / "Chuck Vs. the Last Details"
42) Chuck: "Chuck Vs. The Cliffhanger" / Alphas: "Pilot"

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* = First time viewing
July 1
  1. A Trip to the Moon (French: Le Voyage dans la lune) (1902) *
  2. Houdini: The Master Mystery (1919) * - "Episode 1: The Living Death" / "Episode 2: The Iron Terror" / "Episodes 3-6: The Mad Genius" / " Episode 7: Barbed Wire"
  3. Houdini: The Master Mystery - "Episode 8: The Challenge" / "Episode 9: The Madagascan Menace" / "Episodes 10-11: The Binding Ring" / "Episode 12: The Death Noose"
  4. Spaceballs (1987)
  5. Cloverfield (2007)
  6. Ghostbusters (1984)
  7. Beastly (2011) *
  8. Conan the Barbarian (1981) Director's Commentary with Arnold
  9. The Princess Bride (1987)
  10. Alice in Wonderland (2010)
  11. Watchmen (2009)

    July 3
  12. Toy Story (1995)
  13. Toy Story 2 (1999)
  14. Toy Story 3 (2010)
  15. Star Trek (2009)

    July 4
  16. Mad Max (1979)
  17. The Road Warrior (1981)

    July 5
  18. Bride of the Monster (1955) *
  19. Gojira (1954)

    July 6
  20. 12 Monkeys (1995)
  21. The Illusionist (2010) *
  22. Robinson Crusoe on Mars (1964) *

    July 7
  23. The Omega Man (1971) *

    July 8
  24. Plan 9 from Outer Space (1958) *
  25. Total Recall (1998)
  26. Innerspace (1987)
  27. The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms (1953) *
  28. The Lost World (1925) *
  29. The Beast with a Million Eyes (1955) *

    July 9
  30. The Dungeonmaster (1984) *
  31. Invisible Invaders (1959) *
  32. Zontar: The Thing From Venus (1966) *

    July 10
  33. The Sword in the Stone (1963) *
  34. Battle: Los Angeles (2011) *
  35. Sky Captain And The World Of Tomorrow (2004) *
  36. Shark Tale * WILDCARD
  37. The Man With Two Brains (1983) *

    July 11
  38. Time Bandits (1981) *
  39. A Clockwork Orange (1971) *

    July 12
  40. The Invisible Man (1933)
  41. The Invisible Man Returns (1940)
  42. The Invisible Woman (1940) *

    July 13
  43. Flash Gordon (1980)
  44. MST3K: Teenagers from Outer Space (1959) *

    July 14
  45. Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010)
  46. Blade Runner Theatrical Cut (1982)

    July 15
  47. Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone (2001) *

    July 16
  48. Godzilla, King of the Monsters (1956)
  49. Mortal Kombat: The Movie (1995)

    July 17
  50. Dragonheart (1996)
  51. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) *
  52. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) *
  53. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire (2005) *

    July 18
  54. X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009)
  55. Orgazmo (1997) *

    July 19
  56. Harry Potter And The Order of Phoenix (2007) *
  57. The Adjustment Bureau (2011) *

    July 20
  58. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) *
  59. Them! (1954) *

    July 21
  60. Fahrenheit 451 (1966) *

    July 22
  61. House of Flying Daggers (2003) *
  62. Eight Legged Freaks (2002) *
  63. The Rescuers (1977)
  64. Hellboy (2004)
  65. Minority Report (2002)
  66. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I (2010) *
  67. The Naked Monster (2005) *
  68. Alphaville (1965) *

    July 23
  69. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II * AMC Town Center
  70. Transformers (2007)
  71. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen IMAX Version (2009)
  72. Solaris (1972) *
  73. Solaris (2002) *
  74. The Crow (1994)

    July 24
  75. Batman Begins (2005)
  76. The Dark Knight (2008)
  77. Terminator Salvation (2009)
  78. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1969)

    July 25
  79. Cool World (1992)

    July 26
  80. Forbidden Planet (1956)

    July 27
  81. Strange Days (1995)

    July 28
  82. Metropolis (1927) The 2010 Complete edition

    July 29
  83. Wes Craven's New Nightmare (1994)
  84. Repo Men (2010) *
  85. Ghost In The Shell (1995) *

    July 30
  86. 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984)
  87. Stargate (1994) *
  88. Sword Of The Valiant (1982) *
  89. The Man Who Fell To Earth (1976) *
  90. The Fly (1986)

    July 31
  91. The Abyss (1989) Special Edition
  92. The Matrix Reloaded Critics' commentary
  93. Monster on the Campus (1958) *
  94. Escape From New York (1981)

Checklist COMPLETED
Spoiler:

Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
-X- 1900 optional - A Trip to the Moon (1902)
-X- 1910 optional - Houdini: The Master Mystery (1919)
-X- 1920 - The Lost World (1925)
-X- 1930 - The Invisible Man (1933)
-X- 1940 - The Invisible Woman (1940)
-X- 1950 - Them! (1954)
-X- 1960 - Fahrenheit 451 (1966)
-X- 1970 - A Clockwork Orange (1971)
-X- 1980 - The Road Warrior (1981)
-X- 1990 - Total Recall (1998)
-X- 2000 - Cloverfield (2007)
-X- 2010 - The Adjustment Bureau (2011)

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-X- First language - Gojira (Japanese)
-X- Second language - Alphaville (French)

-X- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film - MSTK: Teenagers from Outer Space
-X- Watch a film and its remake - Solaris
-X- Watch a film based on a video game - Mortal Kombat: The Movie
-X- Watch a film based on a novel - Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
-X- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood - Plan 9 from Outer Space
-X- Watch a film which won an Academy Award - The Dark Knight (ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE, Heath Ledger, R.I.P.)
-X- Watch a silent film - Metropolis
-X- Watch a Criterion version film - Robinson Crusoe on Mars
-X- Watch a film with commentary - Conan the Barbarian
-X- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Toy Story Trilogy
-X- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth - 12 Monkeys
-X- Watch a film that takes place in space - Spaceballs
-X- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - The Abyss
-X- Watch an animated film - The Illusionist
-X- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen - The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms
-X- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman - The Beast with a Million Eyes
-X- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi - Cool World
-X- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante - Innerspace
-X- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery - The Rescuers
-X- Watch a film directed by Charles Band - The Dungeonmaster
-X- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone - Strange Days (12/30/1999)

Watch a film for each rating:
-X- G - Forbidden Planet
-X- PG - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
-X- PG-13 - Star Trek (2009)
-X- R - Watchmen
-X- X/NC-17 - Orgazmo
-X- Unrated - Repo Men

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-X- Alien invasion - Battle: Los Angeles
-X- Arthurian Fantasy - The Sword in the Stone
-X- Cyborg - Blade Runner
-X- Post-Apocalyptic - Mad Max
-X- Dark Fantasy - Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone
-X- Sword and Sorcery - The Princess Bride
-X- Cybernetic revolt - Sky Captain And The World Of Tomorrow
-X- Immortality - Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire
-X- Based on fairy tale - Beastly
-X- Mutants - X-Men Origins: Wolverine
-X- Superhero - Batman Begins
-X- Mad Scientist - The Man With Two Brains
-X- Martial Arts Fantasy - House of Flying Daggers
-X- Time travel - Time Bandits
-X- Giant Critters - Eight Legged Freaks
-X- Prehistoric - 2001: A Space Odyssey
-X- Paranormal - Ghostbusters
-X- Steampunk - Hellboy
-X- Urban Fantasy - The Crow
-X- High Fantasy - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I
-X- Kaiju - Godzilla, King of the Monsters
-X- Cyberpunk - Minority Report

Watch a film starring:
-X- John Agar - Zontar: The Thing From Venus
-X- Kenneth Tobey - The Naked Monster
-X- Charlton Heston - The Omega Man
-X- John Carradine - Invisible Invaders
-X- Kurt Russell - Stargate
-X- Bela Lugosi - Bride of the Monster
-X- Vincent Price - The Invisible Man Returns
-X- Dennis Quaid - Dragonheart
-X- Max von Sydow - Flash Gordon
-X- Helena Bonham Carter - Alice in Wonderland
-X- John Saxon - Wes Craven's New NightmareOrgazmo
-X- Michael Ironside - Terminator Salvation

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7/1/11
1. Lost: Season 4 (Meet Kevin Johnson/The Shape of Things to Come)
2. Lost: Season 4 (Cabin Fever/There's No Place Like Home (Part 1))
3. Lost: Season 4/5 (There's No Place Like Home (Part 2)/Because you left)
4. Supernatural Season 1 (pilot/windigo)

5. Supernatural Season 1 (dead in the water/phantom traveler)
6. Supernatural Season 1 (bloody mary/skin)
7. Supernatural Season 1 (hookman/bugs)
9. Supernatural Season 1 (home/asylum)

7/3/11
10. Supernatural Season 1 (scarecrow/faith)
11. Aliens *original*
12. Aliens *cameron*
13. Thor


7/4/11
14. Xmen first class

7/5/11
15. Supernatural Season 1 (Rt. 666/Nightmare)
16. Supernatural Season 1 (benders/shadow)
17. Aliens III

7/6/11
18. Aliens vs predator
19. AVP: reqiuem
20. Game of thrones (winter is coming/Kingsroad)

7/7/11
21. GoT (lord snow/Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things)
22. GoT (wolf and the lion/A golden crown)

7/8/11
23. Tranformers: dark side of the moon
24. GoT (win or die/pointy end)
25. GoT (Baelor/fire and blood)

7/9/11
36. Supernatural S1 (Hell House/Something Wicked)
37. Supernatural s1 (Provenance/dead mans blood)
28. Supernatural s1 (Salvation/devils trap)
29. Transformers
30. Transformers 2

7/10/11
31. Howard the duck
32. Predator
33. Predator 2
34. Predators

7/11/11
35. Pitch Black
36. Supernatural s2 (in my time of dying/Everybody Loves a Clown)
37. Kick Ass
38. Supernatural s2 (bloodlust/children shouldnt play with deadthings)
39. Supernatural s2 (/)

7/12
40. Super 8
41. repo men
42. Repo the genetic opera

7/12
43. Green Latern
44. fellowship of the rings

7/13
45. Two Towers
44. the day the earth stood still *original*
45, the day the earth stood still *remake*

7/14.
46. Splice
47. Mad Max
48. True Blood S2 (Nothing But the Blood/Keep This Party Going)

7/15
49. Harry Potter and the deathly hollows part 1
50. Harry Potter and the Deathly hollows part 2




Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
--- 1920 -
--- 1930 -
--- 1940 -
--- 1950 -
--- 1960 -
--- 1970 -
--- 1980 -
--- 1990 -
--- 2000 -
--- 2010 -

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
--- First language -
--- Second language -

--- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
-X- Watch a film and its remake - The day the earth stood still
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
--- Watch a film based on a novel -
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
-X- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -return of the kind
--- Watch a silent film -
-X- Watch a Criterion version film -Black Moon
-- Watch a film with commentary -
-X- Watch a film and at least two sequels - LOTR
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
--- Watch a film that takes place in space -
--- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea -
--- Watch an animated film -
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
--- Watch a film animated by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone -

Watch a film for each rating:
--- G -
--- PG -
--- PG-13 -
--- R -
--- X/NC-17 -
--- Unrated -

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-X- Alien invasion -Alien
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
--- Cyborg -
-X- Post-Apocalyptic -Mad Max
--- Dark Fantasy -
--- Sword and Sorcery -
--- Cybernetic revolt -
--- Immortality -
--- Based on fairy tale -
--- Mutants -
-X- Superhero -Thor
--- Mad Scientist -
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
--- Time travel -
--- Giant Critters -
--- Prehistoric -
--- Paranormal -
--- Steampunk -
--- Urban Fantasy -
--- High Fantasy -
--- Kaiju -
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston -
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell -
--- Bela Lugosi -
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
--- Helena Bonham Carter -
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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= First Time Viewing
BD = Blu-ray
NWI = Netflix Watch Instantly
PDD = Public Domain Download
TCM = Turner Classic Movies
HD = HD DVD
RC = Roku Channel
OV = Online Viewing
No Symbol = DVD




Friday, July 1st
1. Village of the Giants (1965) TCM
2. Krull (1983) NWI
3. The Cyclops (1957) TCM
4. The Last Starfighter (1984) BD
5. Liquid Sky (1982)
_____________________________________________

Saturday, July 2nd
6. Rodan (1956) NWI
7. Phantom from Space (1953) NWI
8. The Strange World of Planet X (aka "Cosmic Monsters") (1958) TCM
9. The Magnetic Monster (1953) TCM
10. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Lost World (1960)
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Sunday, July 3rd
11. Queen of Outer Space (1958) TCM
12. The Giant Behemoth (1959) TCM
13. The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953) TCM
14. The Cosmic Monsters (1958) TCM
15. Village of the Giants (1965) TCM
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Monday, July 4th
16. Karas: The Prophecy (2005) NWI
17. X-Men: First Class (2011)
18. The Valley of Gwangi (1969) TCM
19. Elvira's Movie Macbre: The Brain that Wouldn't Die (2010)
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Tuesday, July 5th
20. Freaky Faron (2006) NWI
21. X-Men (2000) BD
22. Fantastic Voyage (1966)
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Wednesday, July 6th
23. Terminal Invasion (2002)
24. X2: X-Men United (2003) BD
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Thursday, July 7th
25. Giant from the Unknown (1958) NWI
26. X-Men: The Last Stand BD
27. Futurama ("Neutopia", "Benderama", "Ghost in the Machines" & "Law and Oracle") (2011)
28. Future Force (1989)
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Friday, July 8th
29. The Dungeonmaster (1984) NWI
30. Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea (1961)
31. Starcrash (1978) BD
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Ray Harryhausen Day - Saturday, July 9th
32. It Came from Beneath the Sea (1955) BD
33. Earth vs. the Flying Saucers (1956) BD
34. 20 Million Miles to Earth (1957) BD
35. The 7th Voyage of Sinbad (1958) BD
36. Jason and the Argonauts (1963) BD
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Sunday, July 10th
37. Trancers 2: The Return of Jack Deth (1991) NWI
38. The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961)
39. Future Force (1989)
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Monday, July 11th
40. MST3K: Attack of the Giant Leeches (1992) NWI
41. The Book of Eli (2010) BD
42. Heavy Metal (1981) BD
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Tuesday, July 12th
43. The Cape Canaveral Monsters (1960) NWI
44. Moonraker (1979) BD
45. It! The Terror from Beyond Space (1958)
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Wednesday, July 13th
46. Dinosaurus! (1960) NWI
47. Colossus: The Forbin Project (1970)
48. The Phantom from 10,000 Leagues (1955)
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Thursday, July 14th
49. Outerworld (1987) NWI
50. Super 8 (2011)
51. Future Zone (1990)
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Friday, July 15th
52. Monarch of the Moon (2004) NWI
53. The Fifth Element (1997) BD
54. Space Children (1958) NWI
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Saturday, July 16th
55. Flash Gordon: Space Soldiers - Chapters 1 - 7 (1936) NWI
56. Flash Gordon: Space Soldiers - Chapter 8 - 13 (1936) NWI
57. Mutant Hunt (1987) NWI
58. Breeders (1986)
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Sunday, July 17th
59. Hangar 18 (1980) NWI
60. Moon (2009) BD
61. Octaman (1971) NWI
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Monday, July 18th
62. 1984 (1984) NWI
63. The Man Who Fell to Earth (1987) NWI
64. Demon Seed (1977)
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Tuesday, July 19th
65. Alphaville (1965) NWI
66. Aliens (1986) BD
67. Superstarlet A.D. (2000) NWI
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Wednesday, July 20th
68. Torchwood S1 ep 1 & ep 2 (2006) NWI
69. Slipstream (2007)
70. Torchwood S1 ep 3 & ep 4 (2006) NWI
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Thursday, July 21st
71. Solarbabies (1986) NWI
72. Spaceballs (1987) BD
73. Torchwood S1 ep 5 & ep 6 (2006) NWI
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Friday, July 22nd
74. Torchwwod S1 ep 7 & ep 8 (2006) NWI
75. E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
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Saturday, July 23rd
76. Torchwood S1 ep 9 & 10 (2006) NWI
77. War of the Worlds (1953)
78. The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) BD
79. Invasion of the Bee Girls (1973)
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Sunday, July 24th
80. Torchwood S1 ep 11 & 12 (2006, 2007) NWI
81. Forbiden Planet (1956) BD
82. Visit to a Small Planet (1960) NWI
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Monday, July 25th
83. Torchwood S1 ep 13 & S2 ep 1 (2007, 2008) NWI
84. Fire in the Sky: The Travis Walton Story (1993) NWI
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Tuesday, July 26th
85. Torchwood S2 ep 2 & 3 (2008) NWI
86. Torchwood S2 ep 4 & 5 (2008) NWI
87. Runaway (1984) NWI
88. Monsters (2010) NWI
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Wednesday, July 27th
89. Metropia (2009) NWI
90. Battle: Los Angeles (2011) BD
91. Invasion of the Star Creatures (1962)
92. The Beast with a Million Eyes (1955)
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Thursday, July 28
93. Torchwood S2 ep 6 & 7 (2008) NWI
94. Glenn, The Flying Robot (2010) NWI
95. Gattaca (1997) BD
96. Yongary: Monster from the Deep (1967)
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Friday, July 29
97. Torchwood S2 ep 8 & 9 (2008) NWI
98. Torchwood S2 ep 10 & 11 (2008) NWI
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Saturday, July 30th
99. Torchwood S2 ep 13 & Children of Earth Day 1 (2009) NWI
100. Torchwood: Children of Earth Days 2 & 3 (2009) NWI
101. Torchwood: Children of Earth Days 4 & 5 (2009) NWI
102. Source Code (2011) BD
103. Black Moon BD
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Sunday, July 31st
104. Close Encounters of the Third King Director's Cut (1977) BD




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Re: 4th Annual Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge - List Thread

2011 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge

☼ = First Time Viewing

DVD | Blu-ray | HD DVD | Theater | TV/DVR

Goals:
<del>40 Entries</del>
<del>Back to the Future Trilogy</del>
<del>Firefly and Serenity</del>
<del>Planet of the Apes: The Legacy Collection</del>
<del>A Clockwork Orange</del>

July 1
01. The Jacket (2005)☼ Very good film that, with a couple of improvements, could have been great. Still, I loved the premise and throughly enjoyed it. 7/10
02. The Nines (2007)☼ A little out there, but interesting enough to keep me watching. 6/10
03. Slipstream (2007)☼ WTF was that? I'm normally an Anthony Hopkins fan, but this one was just a bunch of random images flashing on the screen. 3/10

July 2
04. Deja Vu (2006) Pretty good time travel movie starring Denzel Washington. I seem to always enjoy his films even of they are a little cookie cutter. 7/10

July 3
05. The Astronaut's Wife (1999)☼ Good movie for the first hour; however, the final act just doesn't deliver. Good job of building suspense and had me wondering where it was going, only to be disappointed in the end. 5/10
06. Green Lantern (2011) I understand all the hate for this film. While I didn't hate it, I'm glad I used movie cash for the ticket and didn't actually use cash to get in. 5/10
07. Frequency (2000)☼ Very good time travel movie which seems to get little to no love. Unique storyline about time travel and the consequences of changing events to alter the future. 8/10

July 4
08. Solaris (2002)☼ Actually, more of a romance/love story set in space than a science fiction film, but I loved it anyway. Achieves what any good movie sets out to do: makes you think. 8/10
09. Replicant (2001) Typical Jean-Claude Van Damme action packed movie with JCVD playing dual roles as the antagonist and his protagonist clone. Some interesting scenes with him fighting himself. 6/10
10. Altered States (1980)☼ Starts out a little slow, but picks up tremendously in the final act. You will probably enjoy this movie a little more if you are under the influence some illegal substance. 5/10
11. The Road (2009) Excellent!!! Very sad but good post-apocalyptic story of a father and son doing whatever it takes to survive. Great performance from Viggo Mortensen. 8/10

July 5
12. It Came from Beneath the Sea (1955) Cheesy science fiction at its best. I love it!!! 6/10
13. Angel-A (2005)☼ Pretty good and unique film written and directed by Luc Besson. Definitely different than anything else I've ever seen from him. Worth a watch. 7/10

July 6
14. Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983) Not bad at all. I really enjoyed three of the four segments. Reminds me that I need to start picking up the TV show. 6/10

July 7
15. Ultraviolet (2006) Just as bad as its reputation, maybe even a little worse. Quite possibly, some of the worst dialogue in movie history! 3/10

July 8
16. Pulse (1988)☼ Not very good story about electrical pulses entering homes via wiring and causing applicances to act up and drive the homeowners crazy. 3/10

July 9
17. The Last Man on Earth (1964)☼ Pretty good. I was familiar with the story having already seen I Am Legend and The Omega Man, but it was nice to see the movie that started it all. 6/10

July 10
18. The Corpse Vanishes (1942)☼ Decent movie starring Bela Lugosi as a mad scientist who kidnaps brides at their wedding, extracts fluid from them and injects it into his wife to keep her young looking. 5/10
19. Firefly (2002):
- 19a. Serenity - Part 1
- 19b. Serenity - Part 2

July 11
20. Firefly (2002):
- 20a. The Train Job
- 20b. Bushwhacked
21. Firefly (2002):
- 21a. Shindig
- 21b. Safe

July 12
22. Firefly (2002):
- 22a. Our Mrs. Reynolds
- 22b. Jaynestown
23. Firefly (2002):
- 23a. Out of Gas
- 23b. Ariel

July 13
24. Firefly (2002):
- 24a. War Stories
- 24b. Trash

July 14
25. Firefly (2002):
- 25a. The Message
- 25b. Heart of Gold

July 15
26. Serenity (2005) Started out a little slow, but once it kicked in, I loved it. A good follow-up to Firefly. 7/10

July 16
27. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) Good action, although edited in a way that sometimes made it hard to follow what was happening. Not a horrible plot, but some absolutely cringe inducing dialogue. Overall, better than I expected, but still not very good. 4/10

July 17
28. Planet of the Apes (1968) A true classic. I had seen this once before, but was too young to understand the social commentary it was making. It really hit home this time. 8/10
29. Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)☼ A worthy follow-up. Takes a turn for the worse towards the end, but still entertaining. 6/10
30. Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011) Much better than Revenge of the Fallen. Better editing in the action sequences and better dialogue. Much better storyline as well. 6/10

July 18
31. Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971)☼ Cornelius and Zira travel back in time and visit current day Los Angeles. A couple of inconsistencies and unanswered questions prevent this from being as good as the previous sequel, but I still enjoyed it. 5/10
32. Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1972)☼ Picks up twenty years after Escape and tells the ape revolution begins. I liked it a littel better than Escape. 6/10

July 19
33. Battle for the Planet of the Apes (1973)☼ Ten years after Conquest, many of the problems that plague humans begin showing up in the ape civilization. About on par with the previous sequals. 6/10

July 20
34. Planet of the Apes (2001) I actually liked this until the end. Directors who do remakes seem to think they have to put their own stamp on the film and it's usually not necessary. That's why it's so difficult to remake a classic. Probably better left undone. 5/10

July 21
35. The Incredible Petrified World (1957)☼ Not very good, but I watched it because it was short and fit the time block I had available and it filled a couple of slots on the checklist. 3/10

July 22
36. Falling Skies (2011):
- 36a. Live and Learn
- 36b. The Armory
37. Gamer (2009) Some pretty good action, but the storyline just wasn't there. Nothing to make me care about any of the characters. 4/10

July 23
38. Falling Skies (2011):
- 38a. Prisoner of War
- 38b. Grace
39. King Kong vs. Godzilla (1962)☼ Loved it!!! This is the kind of bad science fiction I remember watching as I was growing up. The budget for miniature plastic tanks must have been huge! 6/10
40. The Fountain (2006) WOW, this is what movie making is all about!!! My favorite film so far this month and my new favorite Aronofsky. One of those movies that as soon as I watched it, I wanted to turn around and watch it again. Loved it!!! 9/10
41. A Clockwork Orange (1971) Another classic that I managed to miss all these years. Started out a little strange, but as soon as I figured out what was happening, I loved it. Not at all what I was expecting, actually better than I expected. 8/10

July 24
42. Falling Skies (2011):
- 42a. Silent Kill
- 42b. Sanctuary Pt. 1
43. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) Very good!!! One of the better movies I've seen this summer in an overall disappointing year. I'm not familiar with the comic, so I have no idea how faithful it is; I just know I was entertained. 7/10
44. Back to the Future (1985) A classic that I hadn't seen in years, but it holds up well. One of the better blu-ray presentations I've seen as well. 8/10
45. Back to the Future Part II (1989) Not a bad sequel, but it lacks the charm and personality of the original. 7/10

July 25
46. Back to the Future Part III (1990) I think I liked it just a little better than part II, but very similar in style and feel. Not bad at all, but still a step down from the original classic. 7/10
47. Falling Skies (2011):
- 47a. Sanctuary Pt. 2
--- Firefly (2002):
- 47b. Objects in Space

July 26
48. The Arrival (1996) Actually, better than I anticipated. I have a little bit of a problem accepting Charlie Sheen as a serious actor, much less an astronomer, but other than that, it was a decent film. 6/10

July 27
49. Big Trouble in Little China (1986) Good, but didn't live up to the hype. Maybe I expected a little too much from it and I'm usually a huge John Carpenter fan. 6/10

July 28
50. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920)☼ Interesting silent film. I think I liked it, but something seemed to be missing and I'm not quite sure what is was. 5/10

July 29
51. Babylon A.D. (2008) Better than I expected. I don't think Vin Diesel is ever going to win any awards because of his acting, but this was full of action and the storyline wasn't all that bad. Sure, there are tons of plot holes, but I was still entertained. 6/10

July 30
52. Cowboys & Aliens (2011) Good, but could and should have been much better. Daniel Craig was excellent, but something was missing and I really can't put my finger on what it was. 6/10
53. The Vampire Bat (1933)☼ Decent murder mystery involving a serial killer who drains the blood from his victims. 5/10

July 31
54. Moon (2009) An instant classic!!! Sam Rockwell deserved an Ocsar nomination for his role(s). Loved it! 8/10

Checklist:
Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910 -
-X- 1920 - Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920)
-X- 1930 - The Vampire Bat (1933)
-X- 1940 - The Corpse Vanishes (1942)
-X- 1950 - It Came from Beneath the Sea (1955)
-X- 1960 - The Last Man on Earth (1964)
-X- 1970 - Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)
-X- 1980 - Altered States (1980)
-X- 1990 - The Astronaut's Wife (1999)
-X- 2000 - The Jacket (2005)
-X- 2010 - Green Lantern (2011)

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-X- First language - Angel-A (2005) - French
--- Second language -

--- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
-X- Watch a film and its remake - Planet of the Apes (1968) & (2001)
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
-X- Watch a film based on a novel - Solaris (2002)
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
-X- Watch a film which won an Academy Award - Back to the Future (1985)
-X- Watch a silent film - Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920)
--- Watch a Criterion version film -
--- Watch a film with commentary -
-X- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Planet of the Apes, Beneath the Planet of the Apes & Escape from the Planet of the Apes
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth -
-X- Watch a film that takes place in space - Solaris (2002)
-X- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - The Incredible Petrified World (1957)
--- Watch an animated film -
-X- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen - It Came from Beneath the Sea (1955)
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
-X- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante - Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)
--- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone -

Watch a film for each rating:
-X- G - Planet of the Apes (1968)
-X- PG - Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)
-X- PG-13 - Deja Vu (2006)
-X- R - The Jacket (2005)
-X- X/NC-17 - A Clockwork Orange (1971)
-X- Unrated - Babylon A.D. (2008)

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-X- Alien invasion - The Arrival (1996)
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
--- Cyborg -
-X- Post-Apocalyptic - The Road (2009)
--- Dark Fantasy -
--- Sword and Sorcery -
--- Cybernetic revolt -
-X- Immortality - The Fountain (2006)
--- Based on fairy tale -
--- Mutants -
-X- Superhero - Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
-X- Mad Scientist - The Corpse Vanishes (1942)
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
-X- Time travel - Deja Vu (2006)
--- Giant Critters -
--- Prehistoric -
-X- Paranormal - Frequency (2000)
--- Steampunk -
--- Urban Fantasy -
--- High Fantasy -
-X- Kaiju - King Kong vs. Godzilla (1962)
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
-X- Kenneth Tobey - It Came from Beneath the Sea (1955)
-X- Charlton Heston - Planet of the Apes (1968)
-X- John Carradine - The Incredible Petrified World (1957)
-X- Kurt Russell - Big Trouble in Little China (1986)
-X- Bela Lugosi - The Corpse Vanishes (1942)
-X- Vincent Price - The Last Man on Earth (1964)
-X- Dennis Quaid - Frequency (2000)
--- Max von Sydow -
-X- Helena Bonham Carter - Planet of the Apes (2001)
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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Re: 4th Annual Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge - List Thread

I can't wait! I'm going to attempt to complete the checklist without duplicating any movies, watching as many first-time movies as I can and using as many movies as possible that are available on satellite (or Dish on Demand) this month, filling the gaps with Netflix when necessary.

Total time to date: 128:51:52
*first time viewing

1. July 1: Eden Log* (2007) (1:42:02) (Netflix BD)
2. July 2: The Thing From Another World (1951) (1:26:40) (TCM HD)
3. July 3: Wolf* (1994) (2:03:44) (SMC HD)
4. July 3: Creepshow 2* (1987) (1:29:37) (Retro HD)
5. July 4: Ghostbusters II (1989) (1:48:12) (HDNet Movies)
6. July 4: Invisible Invaders* (1959) (1:07:00) (Epix On Demand)
7. July 5: Alienator* (1990) (1:32:35) (MGM HD)
8. July 5: Hellboy (2004) (2:01:57) (Starz Edge HD)
9. July 5: Princess Nicotine, or The Smoke Fairy* (1909) (0:05:20) (YouTube)
10. July 5: The Bluebird* (1918) (1:20:07) (Epix On Demand)
11. July 6: Destiny* (1921) (1:38:55) (Netflix Streaming)
12. July 6: Terminator Salvation (Director's Cut)* (2009) (1:57:31) (Netflix BD)
13. July 6: Dark City* (1998) (1:40:29) (Netflix BD)
14. July 6: Dark City (Director's Cut Commentary)* (1998) (1:51:43) (Netflix BD)
15. July 7: Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster (1964) (1:25:37) (Netflix Streaming)
16. July 7: Dark Portals: The Chronicles of Vidocq* (2001) (1:37:30) (Netflix Streaming)
17. July 7: Mega Shark Versus Giant Octopus* (2009) (1:28:39) (Netflix Streaming)
18. July 8: Godzilla Vs. Gigan* (1972) (1:29:21) (Library DVD)
19. July 8: Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within* (2001) (1:45:57) (SMC HD)
20. July 8: Master of the World* (1961) (1:38:30) (Netflix Streaming)
21. July 8: Dune* (1984) (2:16:26) (Encore HD)
22. July 9: Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon* (2011) (2:37:00) (Theater)
23. July 9: Jonah Hex* (2010) (1:21:28) (Netflix BD)
24. July 9: Innerspace (1987) (1:59:36) (Library DVD)
25. July 9: The Seventh Seal* (1957) (1:37:38) (Criterion BD)
26. July 10: Priest* (2011) (1:27:00) (Theater)
27. July 10: Transatlantic Tunnel* (1935) (1:33:49) (Epix On Demand)
28. July 10: The Rift* (1990) (1:18:46) (Epix On Demand)
29. July 12: Mighty Joe Young* (1949) (1:33:45) (TCM HD)
30. July 12: Wilder Napalm* (1993) (1:49:14) (SMC HD)
31. July 13: The Thing (1982) (1:48:42) (Netflix BD)
32. July 13: Moon* (2009) (1:37:01) (Encore HD)
33. July 13: The H-Man* (1958) (1:18:50) (TCM HD)
34. July 13: The Mechanical Man* (1921) (0:26:13) (Netflix DVD)
35. July 13: Pound* (1970) (1:31:44) (Epix On Demand)
36. July 14: The Lord of the Rings* (1978) (2:13:08) (Library DVD)
37. July 15: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2* (2011) (2:10:00) (Theater)
38. July 15: Things To Come* (1936) (1:32:45) (Library DVD)
39. July 16: The Planet of the Apes (2001) (1:59:58) (Netflix Blu-Ray)
40. July 16: The Earth Dies Screaming* (1964) (1:02:16) (Netflix DVD)
41. July 17: Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) (1:46:18) (Library DVD)
42. July 18: Plan 9 From Outer Space* (1959) (1:18:16) (Library DVD)
43. July 18: The Crow* (1994) (1:41:41) (Netflix Streaming)
44. July 18: Terror of Mechagodzilla* (1975) (1:28:53) (Netflix Streaming)
45. July 18: The Girl Who Leapt Through Time* (2006) (1:39:07) (Library DVD)
46. July 18: X: The Man With the X-Ray Eyes* (1963) (1:18:42) (Epix On Demand)
47. July 19: Astro Boy* (2009) (1:33:46) (Starz Edge HD)
48. July 19: The Time Guardian* (1987) (1:26:45) (Epix On Demand)
49. July 19: A Boy and His Dog* (1975) (1:30:29) (Netflix Streaming)
50. July 19: Return of the Ape Man* (1944) (0:59:53) (Netflix Streaming)
51. July 19: Strange Invaders* (1983) (1:33:20) (MGM HD)
52. July 20: Chandu the Magician* (1932) (1:11:25) (TCM HD)
53. July 20: Escape From L.A. (1996) (1:40:42) (Netflix Blu-Ray)
54. July 20: Godzilla, Mothra and King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack* (2001) (1:45:13) (Netflix DVD)
55. July 21: Kung Fu Hustle* (2004) (1:38:55) (HDNet Movies)
56. July 22: Mindwarp (1992) (1:35:37) (Starz On Demand)
57. July 22: The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms* (1953) (1:19:34) (TCM HD)
58. July 22: The Magic Sword* (1962) (1:20:32) (Netflix Streaming)
59. July 22: Sword of the Valiant: The Legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight* (1984) (1:42:05) (Netflix Streaming)
60. July 22: Dollman vs. Demonic Toys* (1993) (1:04:06) (Netflix Streaming)
61. July 23: Captain America: The First Avenger (3D)* (2011) (2:05:00) (Theater)
62. July 23: The Incredible Melting Man* (1977) (1:26:55) (Epix On Demand)
63. July 23: Red Riding Hood* (2011) (1:39:50) (Netflix Blu-Ray)
64. July 23: The Land Unknown* (1957) (1:18:08) (Netflix DVD)
65. July 24: Johnny Mnemonic* (1995) (1:36:39) (Encore HD)
66. July 24: Thor (3D) (2011) (1:55:00) (Theater)
67. July 25: Howl's Moving Castle* (2004) (1:59:19) (HDNet Movies)
68. July 25: Starship Troopers* (1997) (2:09:27) (Encore HD)
69. July 26: Let the Right One In* (2008) (1:54:34) (Netflix Streaming)
70. July 26: Night of the Blood Beast* (1958) (1:31:39) (Library DVD)
71. July 26: Mad Monster Party?* (1967) (1:33:56) (Epix On Demand)
72. July 26: Underworld (2003) (2:13:35) (HDNet Movies)
73. July 27: The Andromeda Strain* (1972) (2:10:28) (Netflix Streaming HD)
74. July 27: Season of the Witch* (2011) (1:34:55) (Netflix Blu-Ray)
75. July 28: Shadow Fury* (2001) (1:28:55) (Epix On Demand)
76. July 29: In the Mouth of Madness* (1994) (1:35:22) (Netflix Streaming)
77. July 29: Eyeborgs* (2009) (1:42:28) (Netflix Blu-Ray)
78. July 30: The Sorcerer's Apprentice* (2010) (1:49:00) (Starz Edge HD)
79. July 30: War Wolves* (2009) (1:45:06) (Netflix DVD)
80. July 30: The Sword in the Stone* (1963) (1:19:32) (Library DVD/YouTube)

Checklist

Spoiler:


Checklist
3 Wildcards allowed

Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
-X- 1900 - Princess Nicotine, or The Smoke Fairy (1909)
-X- 1910 - The Bluebird (1918)
-X- 1920 - Destiny (1921)
-X- 1930 - Transatlantic Tunnel (1935)
-X- 1940 - Mighty Joe Young (1949)
-X- 1950 - The H-Man (1958)
-X- 1960 - The Earth Dies Screaming (1964)
-X- 1970 - The Incredible Melting Man (1977)
-X- 1980 - Creepshow 2 (1987)
-X- 1990 - The Crow (1994)
-X- 2000 - Eyeborgs (2009)
-X- 2010 - Priest (2011)

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-X- First language - Dark Portals: The Chronicles of Vidocq (2001) (French)
-X- Second language - Let the Right One In (2008) (Swedish)

-X- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film - Night of the Blood Beast (1958)
-X- Watch a film and its remake - The Thing From Another World (1951); The Thing (1982)
-X- Watch a film based on a video game - Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001)
-X- Watch a film based on a novel - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)
-X- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood - Plan 9 From Outer Space (1959)
-X- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category - Innerspace (1987)
-X- Watch a silent film - The Mechanical Man (1921)
-X- Watch a Criterion version film - The Seventh Seal (1957)
-X- Watch a film with commentary - Dark City (Director's Cut) (1998)
-X- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster (1964); Godzilla Vs. Gigan (1972); Godzilla, Mothra and King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack (2001)
-X- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth - Eden Log (2007)
-X- Watch a film that takes place in space - Moon (2009)
-X- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - The Rift (1990)
-X- Watch an animated film - Howl's Moving Castle (2004)
-X- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen - The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms (1953)
-X- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman - X: The Man With the X-Ray Eyes (1963)
-X- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi - The Lord of the Rings (1978)
-X- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante - Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
-X- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery - The Sword in the Stone (1963)
-X- Watch a film directed by Charles Band - Dollman vs. Demonic Toys (1993)
-X- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone - Things To Come (1936)

Watch a film for each rating:
-X- G - The Andromeda Strain (1972)
-X- PG - Astro Boy (2009)
-X- PG-13 - Hellboy (2004)
-X- R - Alienator (1990)
-X- X/NC-17 - Pound (1970)
-X- Unrated - Mad Monster Party? (1967)

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-X- Alien invasion - Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon (2011)
-X- Arthurian Fantasy - Sword of the Valiant: The Legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (1984)
-X- Cyborg - The Time Guardian (1987)
-X- Post-Apocalyptic - A Boy and His Dog (1975)
-X- Dark Fantasy - Underworld (2003)
-X- Sword and Sorcery - Season of the Witch (2011)
-X- Cybernetic revolt - Terminator Salvation (Director's Cut) (2009)
-X- Immortality - The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010)
-X- Based on fairy tale - Red Riding Hood (2011)
-X- Mutants - Mindwarp (1992)
-X- Superhero - Captain America: The First Avenger (3D) (2011)
-X- Mad Scientist - Shadow Fury (2001)
-X- Martial Arts Fantasy - Kung Fu Hustle (2004)
-X- Time travel - The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006)
-X- Giant Critters - Mega Shark Versus Giant Octopus (2009)
-X- Prehistoric - The Land Unknown (1957)
-X- Paranormal - Ghostbusters II (1989)
-X- Steampunk - Jonah Hex (2010)
-X- Urban Fantasy - Wolf (1994)
-X- High Fantasy - The Magic Sword (1962)
-X- Kaiju - Terror of Mechagodzilla (1975)
-X- Cyberpunk - Johnny Mnemonic (1995)

Watch a film starring:
-X- John Agar - Invisible Invaders (1959)
-X- Kenneth Tobey - Strange Invaders (1983)
-X- Charlton Heston - In the Mouth of Madness (1994)
-X- John Carradine - Return of the Ape Man (1944)
-X- Kurt Russell - Escape From L.A. (1996)
-X- Bela Lugosi - Chandu the Magician (1932)
-X- Vincent Price - Master of the World (1961)
-X- Dennis Quaid - Wilder Napalm (1993)
-X- Max von Sydow - Dune (1984)
-X- Helena Bonham Carter - The Planet of the Apes (2001)
-X- John Saxon - War Wolves (2009)
-X- Michael Ironside - Starship Troopers (1997)


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Never got around to updating my make your own challenge list, should go back and do that, and keep this one up better.
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Re: 4th Annual Summer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge - List Thread

2011 Science Fiction/Fantasy Challenge List

*= first time viewing
blue= personal BluRay
black= personal DVD
green= other

July 1st
1. The Lost World (Irwin Allen, 1960)
2. How to Train Your Dragon (Dean DeBlois, 2010)
3. The Galaxy Railways: Complete Series - 1. "Sacrifice" / 2. "Knot in Time" / 3. "Wheel of Fate" / 4. "Eternity" (2003)*

July 2nd
4. World Without End (Edward Bernds, 1956)*
5. Gargoyles: Season One - 1. "Awakening, Part I" / 2. "Awakening, Part II / 3. "Awakening, Part III" / 4. "Awakening, Part IV" (1994)

July 3rd
6. Forbidden Planet (Fred M. Wilcox, 1956)*
7. Gargoyles: Season One - 5. "Awakening, Part V" (1994)
-- The Galaxy Railways: Complete Series - 5. "Hijacked" / 6. "Shrieking in Darkness, Part I" / 7. "Shrieking in Darkness, Part II" (2003)*
8. All-Star Superman (Sam Liu, 2011)*

July 4th - Happy Independence Day!!!
9. Gargoyles: Season One - 6. "The Thrill of the Hunt" / 7. "Temptation" / 8. "Deadly Force" (1994) / 9. "Enter MacBeth" (1995)
10. Satellite in the Sky (Paul Dickson, 1956)*
11. The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (Eugene Lourie, 1953)*

July 5th
12. The Galaxy Railways: Complete Series - 8. "Engine Song" / 9. "Memory Gallery" / 10. "Crossroads" (2003)*
-- The Jetsons: Season One - 3. "The Space Car" (1962)
13. Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea (Irwin Allen, 1961)*
14. Gargoyles: Season One - 10. "The Edge" / 11. "Long Way to Morning" / 12. "Her Brother's Keeper" / 13. "Reawakening" (1995)
15. Them! (Gordon Douglas, 1954)*
16. Attack of the Aztec Mummy (Rafael Portillo, 1957)*

July 6th
17. Back to the Future (Robert Zemeckis, 1985)
18. Back to the Future: Part II (Robert Zemeckis, 1989)
19. Back to the Future: Part III (Robert Zemeckis, 1990)
20. Dollhouse: Season One - 5. "True Believer" / 6. "Man on the Street" (2009)*

July 7th
21. Attack of the Puppet People (Bert I. Gordon, 1958)*
22. The Galaxy Railways: Complete Series - 11. "Forget Me Not" / 12. "Twilight" (2003) / 13. "Train Bound for Fate" / 14. "Bond" (2004)*

July 8th
23. I Married a Monster From Outer Space (Gene Fowler, Jr., 1958)
24. Green Lantern: First Flight (Lauren Montgomery, 2009)*
25. The Galaxy Railways: Complete Series - 15. "Joint Forces" / 16. "Comrade" / 17. "Armored Goddess" / 18. "Life and Death" (2004)*
26. Spaceballs (Mel Brooks, 1987)
27. A Trip to the Moon (Georges Melies, 1902) / Van Helsing: The London Assignment (Sharon Bridgeman, 2004)*
-- Dollhouse: Season One - 7. "Echoes" (2009)*

July 9th
28. Summer Wars (Mamoru Hosoda, 2009)*
29. Pinocchio (Hamilton Luske, 1940)
30. Scooby-Doo and the Goblin King (Joe Sichta, 2008)*
31. The Time Machine (George Pal, 1960)
32. The Secret of NIMH (Don Bluth, 1982)

July 10th
33. Dollhouse: Season One - 8. "Needs" / 9. "A Spy in the House of Love" (2009)*
34. Dollhouse: Season One - 10. "Haunted" / 11. "Briar Rose" (2009)*
35. Dollhouse: Season One - 12. "Omega" / 13. "Epitaph One" (2009)*

July 11th
36. Clash of the Titans (Desmond Davis, 1981)* - borrowed DVD

July 12th - Happy Birthday to me!!!
37. The Galaxy Railways: Complete Series - 19. "Tranquility" / 20. "Choice" / 21. "The Revolt" / 22. "The Merciless Wind" (2004)*

July 13th
38. The Galaxy Railways: Complete Series - 23. "The Cruel Verdict" / 24. "Blazing Glory" / 25. "Echoes of Life" / 26. "Eternal Hope" (2004)*
39. Doctor Who: Season One - 1. "Rose" (2005)* - borrowed DVD
-- Star Trek TOS: Season Two - 1. "Amok Time" (1967)*
40. Wonder Woman (Lauren Montgomery, 2009)*

July 14th
41. Tales from Earthsea (Goro Miyazaki, 2006)*
42. The Dark Crystal (Frank Oz, 1982)
43. Dollhouse: Season Two - 1. "Vows" (2009) - borrowed DVD
-- X-Men: Season One - 3. "Enter Magneto" (1992) / 4. "Deadly Reunions" (1993)

July 15th
44. Dollhouse: Season Two - 2. "Instinct" / 3. "Belle Chose" (2009)*
45. Metropolis (Rintaro, 2001)*

July 16th
46. Dollhouse: Season Two - 4. "Belonging" / 5. "The Public Eye" (2009)*
47. Star Trek TOS: Season Two - 2. "Who Mourns for Adonais?" / 3. "The Changeling" (1967)

July 17th
48. X-Men: Season One - 5. "Captive Hearts" / 6. "Cold Vengeance" / 7. "Slave Island" / 8. "The Unstoppable Juggernaut" (1993)
49. Ugetsu (Kenji Mizoguchi, 1953)*

July 19th
50. Star Trek TOS: Season Two - 4. "Mirror, Mirror" / 5. "The Apple" (1967)

July 20th
51. Star Trek TOS: Season Two - 6. "The Doomsday Machine" / 7. "Catspaw" (1967)
52. X-Men: Season One - 9. "The Cure" / 10. "Come the Apocalypse" / 11. "Days of Future Past, Part I" / 12. "Days of Future Past, Part II" (1993)

July 21st
53. X-Men: Season One - 13. "The Final Decision" (1993)
-- X-Men: Season Two - 1. "Till Death Do Us Part, Part I" / 2. "Till Death Do Us Part, Part II" / 3. "Whatever It Takes" (1993)

July 22nd
54. Journey to the Center of the Earth (Eric Brevig, 2008)
55. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (Rouben Mamoulian, 1931)*

July 23rd
56. Captain America: The First Avenger (Joe Johnston, 2011)* - theater
57. Ghost in the Shell (Mamoru Oshii, 1995)* - NetFlix Instant

July 24th
58. The Tale of Despereaux (Sam Fell, Robert Stevenhagen, 2008)*
59. Hellboy (Guillermo del Toro, 2004)* - director's cut

July 25th
60. Star Trek TOS: Season Two - 8. "I, Mudd" / 9. "Metamorphosis" (1967)

July 30th
61. Star Trek TOS: Season Two - 10. "Journey to Babel" (1967)
-- The Jetsons: Season One - 3. "Jetson's Nite Out" / 5. "The Coming of Astro" (1962)
62. Sleeper (Woody Allen, 1973)

July 31st
63. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II (David Yates, 2011)* - in theater

Checklist
Spoiler:
Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
-X- 1900 - A Trip to the Moon (1902)
--- 1910 -
--- 1920 -
--- 1930 -
--- 1940 -
-X- 1950 - Forbidden Planet (1956)
--- 1960 -
-X- 1970 - Sleeper (1973)
--- 1980 -
--- 1990 -
--- 2000 -
-X- 2010 - How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
-X- First language - Attack of the Aztec Mummy (1957); Spanish
-X- Second language - Metropolis (2001); Japanese

--- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
--- Watch a film and its remake -
--- Watch a film based on a video game -
--- Watch a film based on a novel -
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
--- Watch a film which won an Academy Award -- any category -
--- Watch a silent film -
--- Watch a Criterion version film -
--- Watch a film with commentary -
-X- Watch a film and at least two sequels - Back to the Future trilogy
-X- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth - Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008)
-X- Watch a film that takes place in space - Spaceballs (1987)
-X- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea - Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea (1961)
-X- Watch an animated film - All-Star Superman (2011)
-X- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen - Clash of the Titans (1980)
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman -
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
-X- Watch a film directed by John Lounsbery - Pinocchio (1940); animator
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone -

Watch a film for each rating:
-X- G - The Tale of Despereaux (2008)
--- PG -
-X- PG-13 - Green Lantern: First Flight (2009)
--- R -
--- X/NC-17 -
-X- Unrated - Satellite in the Sky (1956)

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
-X- Alien invasion - I Married a Monster From Outer Space (1958)
--- Arthurian Fantasy -
-X- Cyborg - Ghost in the Shell (1995)
--- Post-Apocalyptic -
--- Dark Fantasy -
-X- Sword and Sorcery - Tales from Earthsea (2006)
-X- Cybernetic revolt - Summer Wars (2009)
--- Immortality -
--- Based on fairy tale -
-X- Mutants - World Without End (1956)
-X- Superhero - Wonder Woman (2009)
-X- Mad Scientist - Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931)
--- Martial Arts Fantasy -
--- Time travel -
-X- Giant Critters - Them! (1954)
-X- Prehistoric - The Lost World (1960)
-X- Paranormal - Ugetsu (1953)
-X- Steampunk - Van Helsing: The London Assignment (2004)
-X- Urban Fantasy - Hellboy (2004)
-X- High Fantasy - The Dark Crystal (1982)
--- Kaiju -
--- Cyberpunk -

Watch a film starring:
-X- John Agar - Attack of the Puppet People (1958); plays Bob Westley
-X- Kenneth Tobey - The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953); plays Col. Jack Evans
--- Charlton Heston -
-X- John Carradine - The Secret of NIMH (1982); voices the Great Owl
--- Kurt Russell -
--- Bela Lugosi -
--- Vincent Price -
--- Dennis Quaid -
--- Max von Sydow -
-X- Helena Bonham Carter - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II (2011); plays Bellatrix Lestrange
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside -

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July 1
1. Babylon 5 S2 "Points of Departure" / "Revelations"
2. B5 S2 "The Geometry of Shadows" / "A Distant Star"
3. B5 S2 "The Long Dark" / "A Spider in the Web"
4. B5 S2 "Soul Mates" / "A Race Through Dark Places"
5. Alien (Director's Cut)

July 2
6. B5 S2 "The Coming of Shadows" / "GROPOS"
7. B5 S2 "All Alone in the Night" / "Acts of Sacrifice"
8. B5 S2 "Hunter, Prey" / "There All Honor Lies"
9. B5 S2 "And Now for a Word" / "In the Shadow of Z'Ha'Dum"
10. Aliens (Director's Cut)
11. Alien<sup>3</sup> (Special Edition)
12. B5 S2 "Knives" / "Confessions and Lamentations"
13. B5 S2 "Divided Loyalties" / "The Long, Twilight Struggle"
14. B5 S2 "Comes the Inquisitor" / "The Fall of Night"

July 3
15. B5 S3 "Matters of Honor" / "Convictions"
16. B5 S3 "A Day in the Strife" / "Passing Through Gethsemane"
17. Alien: Resurrection (Special Edition)
18. B5 S3 "Voices of Authority" / "Dust to Dust"
19. B5 S3 "Exogenesis" / "Messages From Earth"
20. B5 S3 "Point of No Return" / "Severed Dreams"
21. B5 S3 "Ceremonies of Light and Dark" / "Sic Transit Vir"

July 4
22. B5 S3 "A Late Delivery From Avalon" / "Ship of Tears"
23. B5 S3 "Interludes and Examinations" / "War Without End Pt 1"
24. B5 S3 "War Without End Pt 2" / "Walkabout"
25. Independence Day
26. B5 S3 "Grey 17 is Missing" / "And the Rock Cried Out, No Hiding Place"
27. B5 S3 "Shadow Dancing" / "Z'Ha'Dum"
28. Battlestar Galactica Pilot Pt 1 (DVR)

July 5
29. B5 S4 "The Hour of the Wolf" / "What Happened to Mr. Garibaldi"
30. B5 S4 "The Summoning" / "Falling Toward Apotheosis"
31. B5 S4 "The Long Night" / "Into the Fire"
32. B5 S4 "Epiphanies" / "The Illusion of Truth"
33. Babylon 5: Thirdspace
34. Battlestar Galactica Pilot Pt 2

July 6
35. B5 S4 "Atonement" / Racing Mars"
36. B5 S4 "Lines of Communication" / "Conflicts of Interest"
37. B5 S4 "Rumors, Bargins and Lies" / "Moments of Transition"
38. B5 S4 "No Surrender, No Retreat" / "The Exercise of Vital Power"
39. Journey to the Center of the Earth ('59) (DVR)*

July 7
40. B5 S4 "The Face of the Enemy" / "Intersections in Real Time"
41. B5 S4 "Between the Darkness and the Light" / "Endgame"
42. B5 S4 "Rising Star" / "The Deconstruction of Falling Stars"
43. 28 Days Later (DVR)*
44. Babylon 5: In the Beginning

July 8
45. The Terminator
46. Terminator 2: Judgement Day
47. Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines


July 9
48. B5 S5 "No Compromises" / "The Very Long Night of Londo Mollari"
49. B5 S5 "The Paragon of Animals" / "A View From the Gallery"
50. B5 S5 "Learning Curve" / "Strange Relations"
51. B5 S5 "Secrets of the Soul" / "Day of the Dead"
52. Starship Troopers (DVR)
53. Ghostbusters 2

July 10
54. B5 S5 "In the Kingdom of the Blind" / "A Tragedy of Telepaths"
55. B5 S5 "Phoenix Rising" / "The Ragged Edge"
56. Strange Days (on demand)
57. B5 S5 "Corps is Mother, Corps is Father" / "Meditation on the Abyss"
58. B5 S5 "Darkness Ascending" / "And All My Dreams, Torn Asunder"

July 11
59. B5 S5 "Movements of Fire and Shadow" / "The Fall of Centauri Prime"
60. B5 S5 "Wheel of Fire" / "Objects in Motion"
61. B5 S5 ""Objects at Rest" / "Sleeping in Light"
62. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (DVR)*
63. Babylon 5: The River of Souls

July 12
64. Babylon 5: A Call to Arms
65. Eureka "Liftoff" (DVR)* / Alphas "Pilot" (streaming)*
66. Babylon 5: The Lost Tales

July 13
67. The Matrix
68. The Princess Bride


July 14
69. Sherlock Holmes (2009)*
70. Torchwood S1 "Everything Changes"* / "Day One"*

71. Free Enterprise (wild card)

July 15
72. Torchwood S1 "Ghost Machine"* / "Cyberwoman"*
73. Torchwood S1 "Small Worlds"* / "Countrycide"*
74. Torchwood S1 "Greeks Bearing Gifts"* / "They Keep Killing Suzie"*
75. Torchwood S1 "Random Shoes"* / "Out of Time"*

76. Dune*

July 16
77. Torchwood S1 "Combat"* / "Captain Jack Harckness"*
78. Torchwood S1 "End of Days"* /
Torchwood S2 "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang"
79. Jumanji
80. Transformers: The Movie

July 17
81. Mortal Kombat: Legacy episodes 1-8*
82. Jurassic Park 3
83. The Abyss

July 18
84. Iron Man
85. X-Men

86. Gojira*
87. The Princess and the Frog

88. Inception

July 19
89. The Wolf Man (1941)*
90. The Last Man on Earth*
91. The Omega Man*

92. Eureka "Reprise" (DVR)* / Torchwood S2 "Sleeper"*

July 20
93. Torchwood S2 "To The Last Man"* / "Meat"*

July 21
94. Star Wars
95. The Empire Strikes Back

July 24
96. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt 2*

July 26
97. Return of the Jedi
98. Torchwood S2 "Adam"* / "Reset"*
99. Torchwood S2 "Dead Man Walking"* / "A Day in the Death"*
100. Torchwood S2 "Something Borrowed"* / "From Out of the Rain"*


July 27
101. Torchwood S2 "Adrift"* / "Fragments"*
102. Torchwood S2 "Exit Wounds"*
/ Eureka "Up in the Air" (DVR)*
103. Torchwood: Children of Earth Days 1 & 2*
104. Escape From New York*


July 28
105. Torchwood: Children of Earth Days 3 & 4*
106. The Day After Tomorrow
107. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon


July 29
108. Captain America: The First Avenger*
109. 2012
110. Dracula (1931)*

July 30
111. Cowboys & Aliens*
112. Knowing (commentary)
113. I, Robot

114. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1916)*
115. Little Shop of Horrors (1960)


July 31
116. Arabian Nights*
117. Metropolis Restored*

118. Fellowship of the Rings
119. Monty Python & The Holy Grail (wildcard)
120. Age of Dragons (DVR)
Extra: Torchwood: Children of Earth Day 5*

*=new viewing
italics= streaming
blu-ray

Checklist:
Spoiler:

Watch one film from every decade, starting with the 1900s.
--- 1900 -
--- 1910: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
--- 1920: Metropolis
--- 1930: Dracula
--- 1940: The Wolf Man
--- 1950: Journey to the Center of the Earth
--- 1960: The Last Man on Earth
--- 1970: Star Wars
--- 1980: Return of the Jedi
--- 1990: Independence Day
--- 2000: 28 Days Later
--- 2010: Inception

Watch films in at least two languages other than English.
--- First language: Gojira
--- Second language: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

--- Watch the MST3K/Rifftrax/Cinematic Titanic version of a sci-fi/fantasy film -
--- Watch a film and its remake: The Last Man on Earth / Omega Man
--- Watch a film based on a video game: Mortal Kombat: Legacy
--- Watch a film based on a novel: Age of Dragons
--- Watch a film directed by Ed Wood -
--- Watch a film which won an Academy Award: The Empire Strikes Back
--- Watch a silent film: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
--- Watch a Criterion version film -
--- Watch a film with commentary: Knowing
--- Watch a film and at least two sequels: Alien
--- Watch a film that takes place underneath the Earth: Journey to the Center of the Earth
--- Watch a film that takes place in space: Babylon 5
--- Watch a film that takes place on or under the sea: The Abyss
--- Watch an animated film: Transformers: The Movie
--- Watch a film with special effects by Ray Harryhausen -
--- Watch a film directed by Roger Corman: Little Shop of Horrors
--- Watch a film directed by Ralph Bakshi -
--- Watch a film directed by Joe Dante -
--- Watch a film animated by John Lounsbery -
--- Watch a film directed by Charles Band -
--- Watch a film that takes place in the "future" but the year has already come and gone: Strange Days

Watch a film for each rating:
--- G: The Princess and the Frog
--- PG: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
--- PG-13: Captain America
--- R: Terminator 2
--- X/NC-17: Arabian Nights
--- Unrated: Little Shop of Horrors

Watch a film in each of the following subgenres:
--- Alien invasion: Cowboys & Aliens
--- Arthurian Fantasy: Monty Python & The Holy Grail
--- Cyborg: Terminator
--- Post-Apocalyptic: 28 Days Later
--- Dark Fantasy: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt 2
--- Sword and Sorcery: The Princess Bride
--- Cybernetic revolt: I, Robot
--- Immortality: Torchwood
--- Based on fairy tale: Princess and the Frog
--- Mutants: X-Men
--- Superhero: Iron Man
--- Mad Scientist: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
--- Martial Arts Fantasy: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
--- Time travel: Terminator 3
--- Giant Critters: Jumanji
--- Prehistoric: Jurassic Park 3
--- Paranormal: Ghostbusters 2
--- Steampunk: Sherlock Holmes
--- Urban Fantasy: Strange Days
--- High Fantasy: Fellowship of the Rings
--- Kaiju: Gojira
--- Cyberpunk: The Matrix

Watch a film starring:
--- John Agar -
--- Kenneth Tobey -
--- Charlton Heston: The Omega Man
--- John Carradine -
--- Kurt Russell: Escape From New York
--- Bela Lugosi: The Wolf Man
--- Vincent Price: The Last Man on Earth
--- Dennis Quaid: The Day After Tomorrow
--- Max von Sydow: Dune
--- Helena Bonham Carter: Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Pt 2
--- John Saxon -
--- Michael Ironside: Starship Troopers


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Sci-Fi/Fantasy Challenge

Green = First Time Viewing

2011-07-01
01. X The Unknown (1956) ****
Turner Classic Movies
02. The Thing From Another World (1951) *****
Turner Classic Movies
03. It! The Terror From Beyond Space (1958) ****
Turner Classic Movies
04. Watch The Skies! (2005) ****
Turner Classic Movies
05. Species (1995) ****
HBO On Demand
2011-07-02
06. The Disappearance Of Flight 412 (1974) ***
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set (My prize from last year!)
2011-07-03
07. The Day The Sky Exploded (1958) **
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
08. Cinematic Titanic Live: The Alien Factor (2010) *****
DVD
2011-07-4
09. Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Incredible Melting Man (1996) *****
YouTube
10. Unknown World (1951) **
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
11. UFO Target Earth (1974) *
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
2011-07-05
12. Doomsday Machine (1976) ***
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
13. The Exterminators Of The Year 3000 (1983) ***
YouTube
14. Idaho Transfer (1973) *****
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
15. Radio Ranch (1940) **
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
2011-07-06
16. The Joys Of Jezebel (1970) *
DVD
17. My Tale Is Hot (1964) *
DVD
18. Rodan (1956 - Japanese Version) *****
DVD
19. The War Of The Gargantuas (1968 - Japanese Version) ****
DVD
2011-07-07
20. End Of The World (1977) **
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
21. Terminator Salvation (2009) ****
Cinemax On Demand
22. Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World (2010) *****
HBO Signature West
2011-07-08
23. Piranha Part Two The Spawning (1981) ***
Movie Pass On Demand
24. Predators (2010) ***
Outermax
25. Push (2009) ****
Showtime On Demand
2011-07-09
26. Rollerball (2002) *
HBO On Demand
2011-07-10
27. The Film Crew: Killers From Space (2007) *****
DVD
28. Spider-Man (2002) *****
DVD
29. Spider-Man 2 (2004) *****
DVD
30. Spider-Man 3 (2007) ****
DVD
2011-07-11
31. The Alpha Incident (1978) *
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
32. Rifftrax: Voodoo Man (2010) *****
DVD
33. Battle Los Angeles (2011) ***
Movies On Demand
2011-07-12
34. Star Odyssey (1979) *
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
2011-07-13
35. The Girl, The Gold Watch & Everything (1980) *****
DVDR
36. The Girl, The Gold Watch & Dynamite (1981) ***
DVDR
2011-07-14
37. Coneheads (1993) **
Cinemax On Demand
38. Futureworld (1976) ****
Retroplex
2011-07-15
39. Damnation Alley (1977) *****
DVD
40. The Invisible Ray (1936) ***
The Bela Lugosi Collection DVD
41. Black Friday (1940) ****
The Bela Lugosi Collection DVD
42. Twice Upon A Time (1983) ***
Movies On Demand
2011-07-16
43. Cinematic Titanic: Doomsday Machine (2008) *****
DVD
44. Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010) *****
HBO On Demand
2011-07-17
45. Cinematic Titanic: The Wasp Woman (2008) *****
DVD
46. Cinematic Titanic: Santa Claus Conquers The Martians (2008) *****
DVD
47. Battle Beyond The Stars (1980) *****
DVD
2011-07-18
48. Enough TV Shows To Make One Entry
- Haven "A Tale Of Two Audreys" (2011) *****
Entertainment On Demand
- Wizards Of Waverly Place "Wizard Of The Year" (2011) ****
Disney Channel On Demand
- Wizards Of Waverly Place "Beast Tamer" (2011) ****
Disney Channel On Demand
49. Enough TV Shows To Make One Entry
- Wizards Of Waverly Place "Misfortune At The Beach" (2011) ****
Disney Channel On Demand
2011-07-19
- Wizards Of Waverly Place "Wizard School Part 1" (2008) ****
Wizards Of Waverly Place Wizard School DVD
- Wizards Of Waverly Place "Wizard School Part 2" (2008) ****
Wizards Of Waverly Place Wizard School DVD
- Wizards Of Waverly Place "Curb Your Dragon" (2007) *****
Wizards Of Waverly Place Wizard School DVD
50. Independence Day (1996) ****
HBO On Demand
2011-07-20
51. C.H.U.D. II - Bud The Chud (1989) ***
FearNet On Demand
2011-07-22
52. Enough TV Shows To Make One Entry
- Haven "Fear & Loathing" (2011) *****
SyFy
2011-07-23
- Dynaman "The Lizard Of Oz" *****
YouTube
- Wizards Of Waverly Place "Disenchanted Evening" (2007) *****
Wizards Of Waverly Place Wizard School DVD
53. Wolfman Mac's Chiller Drive-In: Evil Brain From Outer Space (1965) ***
RTV
2011-07-24
54. TekWar (1994) *****
Encore Action
55. Menace From Outer Space (1956) ***
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
2011-07-27
56. Sleeper (1973) *****
Turner Classic Movies
57. Night Fright (1967) *
Nightmare Worlds 50 Movie DVD Box Set
2011-07-30
58. Enough TV Shows To Make One Entry
- Haven "Love Machine" (2011) *****
Entertainment On Demand
- Torchwood: Miracle Day "The New World" (2011) *****
Starz On Demand
59. Horror Of The Blood Monsters (1970) *
DVD
2011-07-31
60. Pitch Black (2000) ****
Showtime Extreme
61. Bride Of The Monster (1955) **
Big Box Of Wood DVD Box Set

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