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The Ring, that one scene


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darkangler11 said:I actually watched it back when it first hit theaters—to be honest, it didn't really grab me at the time. But you know, you've planted a little seed of curiosity here; I might just have to give it another spin.

Man, honestly? That movie has sent chills straight down my spine a few times. It’s just such a strange film—the atmosphere and certain specific moments are unlike anything else. Definitely give it another shot.

darkangler11 said:I watched it back when it first came out, and honestly, it didn't really grab me at the time—but you know, you've planted a seed here, so I might just give it another spin.

I have to tell you, I’m actually rewatching it right now—probably my sixth time total🙂.

There's just this strange, eerie atmosphere to it, especially during certain scenes. Plus, I've been reading up on those Mothman sightings purely out of curiosity, and I feel like this movie captures him perfectly; he isn't necessarily "good" or "evil," he's just... THERE.

At times, you can practically feel that tension, like someone is watching you—something supernatural, haha. It's a weird one, but I really like it. 🍿

Two things just popped into my head:

1. *SPOILER for the movie Identity (2003)*

So, after that first massive twist where you realize all those characters we were following—the ones dying off like pawns—are actually just different personalities inside a convicted killer's mind fighting for dominance, there’s this final gut punch. It turns out that besides the "final girl," there was also this little boy who everyone thought had died. But that kid was actually the real sociopath hiding among the other personas, picking them off one by one to seize control of the killer's psyche. Just when you think the hero survived and the killer is heading toward some peaceful resolution in a psychiatric facility, the boy kills her too, finally taking full command of the mind. Back in the real world, while they're driving to the clinic, he ends up killing his psychiatrist and the driver, proving that the judge's decision to send him to treatment instead of death row was a huge mistake.

That twist, and honestly the whole movie, just stuck with me forever. I was already starting to settle into a happy ending, and then BAM, little Timmy shows up on the farm and starts gutting the final girl with a pitchfork.

2. Final Destination 2 — I must have been about 11 years old, just chilling on the couch watching something else, when FD2 started playing right after. Even without knowing it was a horror flick, let alone what kind of horror, I just kept watching. My ten-year-old self wasn't just shocked; I was totally mesmerized. I was obsessed with the whole concept of Death coming back to collect its debt from the survivors, using everyday objects in the most gruesome ways imaginable to hunt down the people who escaped.
To be honest, I've never really been into supernatural horror because I struggle with the whole "suspension of disbelief" thing; movies with dolls, ghosts, witches, or cultists just don't do much for me. But the idea of Death triggering a chain reaction—like a thermostat spiking, a puddle forming on the floor, or a tiny breeze moving something just right to cause a fatal accident for an unsuspecting person... now that’s something.

Ethan Martin said:Man, I’ve seen this movie a few times and it still gives me the chills. It's just such a strange flick... the atmosphere and certain moments really get under your skin. Give it another shot.

I didn't want to reply until I watched it again today. Yeah, it definitely has a creepy atmosphere, but something is still missing for me to call it an all-time great. Still, it's far from bad—it's actually pretty good.

An American werewolf in New York City—check out this transformation scene, done entirely without CGI (from the 1981 film):

Honestly, it’s easily the best werewolf flick out there—a total masterpiece. That specific scene alone belongs in my personal top 5 horror moments of all time.

The first massacre scene is also worth a look:

Wrong Turn 4—that scene with the doctor and the electroshock therapy:


Hostel 2—the blood bath where a naked woman guts a hanging victim:
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Profondo rosso (Deep Red) 1975—Helga getting killed:

It’s arguably Daria Argento's best work—featuring that killer soundtrack by The Goblins, which actually served as an inspiration for John Carpenter when he was making Halloween.
Worth noting—that cult classic scene involving the doll:


The Thing 1982—the "testing" scene:

darkangler11 said:I didn't want to jump in and reply until I had a chance to rewatch it today. Look, it definitely has a creepy atmosphere—no doubt about that—but I still feel like it’s missing that extra something to make me call it a masterpiece. It’s certainly solid, though; a really good watch.

It isn't quite a masterpiece, just a very good movie.

You know which parts actually got under my skin? That phone call sequence, where the caller knows exactly what he’s doing—that was chilling. And honestly, the moment his wife is driving and sees "it" out on the road... that stuck with me.

Take that phone call scene, for example; to me, it's incredibly tense 😁:

The movie is good, but personally, this stands out as one of the BEST horror scenes ever made:

P.S. Also, when he takes the recording of that call to have it analyzed on a computer, and the results show that those voice waves couldn't possibly come from any human being... that gave me the chills, haha.

P.S. If you paid attention during the film, you'll notice the director constantly uses different angles—especially low shots—to emphasize that "it" is literally always watching everything.

I was particularly drawn to this because I've been reading up on the history of "sightings" involving Mothman and that whole mythology (which, obviously, can't be proven), and I think this film captures the actual essence of Mothman and those sightings perfectly. They really couldn't have portrayed it better.

There's also something else I found exceptionally impressive about this as a horror film:

1. One of the rare horror films—maybe even the only one—that tries to explain, in a somewhat scientific way, what it would actually be like to encounter something from... well, another dimension or existence, if you will.

2. For instance: anyone who sees it ends up with bloodshot eyes, implying that our human eyes simply aren't built to process seeing "it" from a biological standpoint. It's the same logic as the bleeding from the ears while listening to it; the frequencies are non-human and originate from something completely alien to our perception of EXISTENCE. 🙂

Giallo at Venice 1979—the bloodiest Italian flick out there, featuring that leg-ripping scene:

https://www.cutscenes.net/videos/645...-scene-3-of-4/

A true psychopath, through and through.

I can't believe I'm actually saying this...It’s finally happening.Just when you thought the genre couldn't get any weirder.

Honestly? It’s a total trip.

Don't even get me started on the soundtrack—it's everything.
the one and only

Is this some kind of joke? I start a thread for my Top 3 Sci-Fi and then some top-tier horror comes along and completely steals the spotlight—how scandalous! 😁 Just kidding, haha 🤣🙂

Honestly, for me, this scene was... incredibly tense:

Anyway, I absolutely love this horror flick—go ahead, attack me, crucify me if you must... because I truly don't get why it’s so underrated by audiences. This time around, I actually find myself agreeing with the critics: this movie is an absolute masterpiece.

Why? Drag Me to Hell is actually a killer movie

Bryan Rogers87 said:Why? *Drag Me to Hell* is an absolute blast.

I’m right there with you—I think it’s an absolute gem. Honestly, I’ve come across plenty of discussions on various other forums (not even here, to be fair) where people dismiss it as being "overrated," claiming it didn't really land with audiences. I just can't wrap my head around that perspective at all.

To me, this movie is absolutely perfect. Raimi's It’s pure horror—he basically pulled an *Evil Dead* right out of his pocket. You know that specific style he has when he's crafting a horror flick? It's exactly that.

Look, when you set everything else aside, Hell has received some truly excellent reviews from the critics—and honestly, I’m happy about that. It’s something I've always felt was deserved.

Just go check IMDb and see for yourself—it’s all right there. I was just revisiting the page for *The Thing 1982*—it’s honestly one of those movies that stays with you long after the credits roll. There’s just something about that sense of isolation and paranoia that modern films struggle to replicate. It really stands as one of the rare horror films that manages to be both deeply unsettling and technically masterful at the same time. I remember reading a thread where darkangler11 was debating its legacy, and it got me thinking about how much this film shaped the genre. Even when you look back at the influence of directors like John Carpenter, his ability to build tension without relying solely on cheap jump scares is what makes this a masterpiece. It's funny—whenever I see discussions about the best creature effects, people always circle back to this. It’s easily in my Top 3 Sci-Fi picks when it comes to practical effects. Does anyone else feel like we've lost that specific kind of tactile dread in today's CGI-heavy era? Personally, I think nothing quite touches it.

The audience gave it a mediocre 6.5/10, yet the critics—looking specifically at Metacritic, where the scoring is notoriously brutal—actually handed it an 83/100.

That Metacritic score is basically God tier—it’s the gold standard for ratings, and honestly, I couldn't agree more.

That one scene used to give me chills—literally sent shivers down my spine. Personally, I absolutely LOVE this movie; I’m talking a massive fan of the 2007 American remake.

While the sequel was decent enough, the first one is just 🙏
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I think I’ve watched it maybe eight or nine times now. The way they blended demonic possession and exorcism elements with zombie tropes is such a brilliant idea—it makes the whole experience feel incredibly raw and authentic.

Major props to the filmmakers.