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OldBoy 08-30-07 04:29 PM

no rating at RT as yet. i like to know opinions before hand to let me know if i should rush or not. this makes me not want to rush. not a great sign that it wasn't screened for critics.

Rogue588 08-30-07 05:06 PM


Originally Posted by KillerCannabis
Probably unconfirmed hype. Danielle Harris gets topless, so they may have been referring to her. Although from what I hear them cans ain't too pretty, which is a damn shame.

I like 'em :shrug: Don't expect a silicone enhancement or even a natural C or D cup. I guess i'm just tired of every chick enhancing what God gave 'em, that I can appreciate a cute chick (which she is) with a small natural rack.

rmick 08-30-07 05:21 PM

Going in an hour and a half to a preview screening. Will try to post my thoughts, after what I'm sure will amount to a huge argument/discussion with my critic roommate who isn't a big horror fan, finds the original pretty mediocre, and hasn't seen either of Zombie's films.

wewantflair 08-30-07 07:24 PM

This movie is the biggest piece of shit since Smokin' Aces. I honestly can't find a single good thing to say about it. It was boring, poorly acted, laughably plotted, and not scary on any level.

Brent L 08-30-07 08:08 PM

Is there a list of the differences between the workprint and the theatrical version anywhere yet?

freshticles 08-30-07 08:11 PM

Here's a revelation: The original Halloween is boring, poorly acted and not even remotely scary. It's hard to improve on a story that wasn't really that great in the first place.

jeffkjoe 08-30-07 08:19 PM

Can anyone list all the killings and killing methods in spoilers?

Thanks!

Defiant1 08-30-07 08:43 PM


(I still stand by the fact that one can't successfuly open a horror film in the summer)
The Blair Witch Project and The Others.

mzupeman2 08-30-07 09:28 PM

Blair Witch did well but it wasn't really good or anything. The Others was just ok. Not great examples but Halloween will do alright Im thinking, good or not, another story. I'll let you all know soon wha tI think.

Obey The D 08-30-07 09:36 PM


Originally Posted by freshticles
Here's a revelation: The original Halloween is boring, poorly acted and not even remotely scary. It's hard to improve on a story that wasn't really that great in the first place.

Here's a revelation: Your opinion is not shared by many horror fans.

wewantflair 08-30-07 09:44 PM


Originally Posted by freshticles
Here's a revelation: The original Halloween is boring, poorly acted and not even remotely scary. It's hard to improve on a story that wasn't really that great in the first place.

You must get tickled by being deliberately contrarian. Bravo.

Jackskeleton 08-30-07 09:55 PM


Originally Posted by Brent L
Is there a list of the differences between the workprint and the theatrical version anywhere yet?


Off the top of my head

Spoiler:

In the work print Myers escape comes from having drunk prison guards come to his room with a chick and rape her in front of him. He gets pissed and kills them, picks up keys and walks out like nothing.

In the final print it's done during a prison transfer and in it, Danny Trejo, a guard who has come to be close to Myers as he grew up in the jail is victim to his massacre as well as a handful of other prison guards.


Biggest change of all is the ending
Spoiler:

In the work print Myers has Laurie in a hold and the McDowell convinces Myers to let her go. He does and the cops unload on his ass round after round killing him. This is a couple of minutes after McDowell's character shoots Myers in the back with a 45 a couple of times and he gets up from that like nothing.

It was changed later that Myers and Laurie go on a little hide and seek adventure in the old house. McDowell comes in to the rescue to only have Myers push his eyes into his eye sockets in a gore filled death. The conclusion of that is Laurie gets his gun and they both fall out of the second story out to the street, Laurie puts the gun to Myers temple and pulls the trigger. Goes to black with her screaming from blowing Myers brains out.

Edison 08-30-07 10:09 PM

Just got back from a sneak preview earlier tonight and can confirm there is a lot of nudity. Danielle Harris, Hanna Hall, and Kristina Klebe all go bare breasted in the movie.

cactusoly 08-30-07 10:49 PM


Originally Posted by Edison
Just got back from a sneak preview earlier tonight and can confirm there is a lot of nudity. Danielle Harris, Hanna Hall, and Kristina Klebe all go bare breasted in the movie.

:)

chris_sc77 08-30-07 11:00 PM

Question for those who have seen it:
How big is Brad Dourif's role...???
Also, does the movie really last 109 minutes?

OldBoy 08-30-07 11:00 PM


Originally Posted by wewantflair
This movie is the biggest piece of shit since Smokin' Aces. I honestly can't find a single good thing to say about it. It was boring, poorly acted, laughably plotted, and not scary on any level.

yes, but what about all those breastisies???

Rogue588 08-30-07 11:38 PM


Originally Posted by Jackskeleton
Biggest change of all is the ending
Spoiler:
This is a couple of minutes after McDowell's character shoots Myers in the back with a 45 a couple of times and he gets up from that like nothing.

But, but, but that's because he had the "typical" serial killer profile growing up. Didn't you know that was possible?


Originally Posted by Jackskeleton
Biggest change of all is the ending
Spoiler:
It was changed later that Myers and Laurie go on a little hide and seek adventure in the old house. McDowell comes in to the rescue to only have Myers push his eyes into his eye sockets in a gore filled death. The conclusion of that is Laurie gets his gun and they both fall out of the second story out to the street, Laurie puts the gun to Myers temple and pulls the trigger. Goes to black with her screaming from blowing Myers brains out.

Spoiler:
I'm surprised the Weinsteins let the Zombster go with that ending. Isn't this supposed to be the beginning of a new franchise?

wewantflair 08-31-07 01:06 AM


Originally Posted by scott1598
yes, but what about all those breastisies???

There were some boobs.

RagingBull80 08-31-07 03:03 AM


Originally Posted by wewantflair
There were some boobs.

I would say that's an understatement.

I actually kinda enjoyed it. I went in thinking that it would be ok and I was right.

I think it would have been a better movie if it would have ended...
Spoiler:
when Laurie and Loomis were in the police car together.

Laurie: "Was that the boogeyman?"
Loomis: "Yes, I believe it was."

Cut to black.

It really should have ended there instead of doing the same cheese of having him come back and then the running and hiding starts again. That really kinda ruined it for me.

But overall, I enjoyed it.

And guess what? The original is still a great film.

Oh, and I had no problem with Danielle Harris' breasts at all. I thought they were gorgeous.

freshticles 08-31-07 03:42 AM


Originally Posted by wewantflair
You must get tickled by being deliberately contrarian. Bravo.

Naw, I just didn't really enjoy Halloween that much. I think it's a weak story, badly acted and not very scary, especially by todays standards. It's called a difference of opinion. Don't get me wrong, I love horror movies. I just never saw what the big deal was with Halloween.

hdtv00 08-31-07 04:37 AM

I watched the first one tonight, so I could better understand. Frankly I totally agree with freshticles.

There are some things the first one did great, but it's not 1979 and I'm not 9 anymore. Some things from it still stood the test of time, but really , I think a LOT of you need to rewatch it as well.

chaz k 08-31-07 06:50 AM

http://www.chud.com/index.php?type=reviews&id=11637


wow is all i can say about this review

Brent L 08-31-07 07:00 AM

:lol:

Bring on the negative reviews.

FantasticVSDoom 08-31-07 07:53 AM

I don't understand this whole "getting the original"... Was the original Halloween directed by David Lynch or something? I loved the original, but its not exactly the deepest film ever made and to say Zombie didnt "get it" is just ridiculous. Its his take. Whether or not you like it or not is one thing, but has nothing to do with Zombie not getting the movie.

madara 08-31-07 08:21 AM


Originally Posted by freshticles
Naw, I just didn't really enjoy Halloween that much. I think it's a weak story, badly acted and not very scary, especially by todays standards. It's called a difference of opinion. Don't get me wrong, I love horror movies. I just never saw what the big deal was with Halloween.


Subtleness for me, less about blood and gore and macabre of todays horror flicks. Sometimes less is more.


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