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[Endless_Night]

Oh! The series possibility I couldn't remember was The Man in the High Castle.

Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

How long did it take you to get engaged? I watched the first episode shortly after it became popular and was not whelmed enough to watch part two.

Is it one of those slow burn things or did you like it right out of the gate?

I just finished bingeing Clickbait. Nice twist I did not see coming.

I haven't heard of that one. *heads to google*

 

[Endless_Night]

Happy September 1st, Enny!

Not that you don't have enuf on your plate at this time, but here are a couple reminders for you:

- September 20, Full Harvest Moon

- You have 60 days to finalize that Halloween costume!

- Ooooh. Harvest Moon. That's a big one!

Maybe a moon bath is in order. I wonder if there are any pagans near my new digs.


- Eh. The news from NOLA is not good. More and more it's looking as though I'll be sitting a home, curled on the couch, watching horror movies.

*sighs*

I miss Halloween.
I miss Halloween.
I miss Halloween.
I miss Halloween.

 

[Endless_Night]

I'm going HAM this year for Halloween. I don't give a fuuuuuck. All the horror movies. Daily costumes. Make up. I'll go drag. I'm sexy fluid.

Sexy fluid?

*dying laughing*

And, yes. Yes, you are.


That is an idea, Boo. Maybe it would cheer me up. This will be the 4th Halloween I've been stuck at home. FOUR YEARS. And I'm a Halloween fanatic.

Hmmm…..

Maybe it's time to start curating an appropriate horror movie list for the day at hand. I mean, a girl has gotta be prepared.

 

[hotwords229_A]

Sexy fluid?

*dying laughing*

And, yes. Yes, you are.


That is an idea, Boo. Maybe it would cheer me up. This will be the 4th Halloween I've been stuck at home. FOUR YEARS. And I'm a Halloween fanatic.

Hmmm…..

Maybe it's time to start curating an appropriate horror movie list for the day at hand. I mean, a girl has gotta be prepared.

It seems to me you are overlooking the obvious.
You’re stuck at home, you have extensive knowledge of horror movies, it’s Halloween and you now own so much land that it takes you days to mow it.

Outdoor Halloween Horror Rave at Enny’s house!!!

The only question now is what theme? Chainsaw Massacre? Corn Maize? (See what I did there?). Friday the 13th part 3 barn?

We may need to build a small pond on your property and fill it with dry ice.

This is going to be fun!

 

[hotoldrguy]

Oh! The series possibility I couldn't remember was The Man in the High Castle.



How long did it take you to get engaged? I watched the first episode shortly after it became popular and was not whelmed enough to watch part two.

Is it one of those slow burn things or did you like it right out of the gate?



I haven't heard of that one. *heads to google*

The Man in the High Castle is awesome!

 

[Endless_Night]

< Btw, this theme STILL kicks.

https://youtu.be/c34_BSPV8hI >

Not entirely sure what I was expecting, but this was in not it!!

(I snorted Topo Chico. )


Now see, I was thinking less Freddy and Jason and more classic monster. Werewolf. Dracula. Newer stuff, post 70s, yet not well known, with amazing production values.

Because I'm sure those films exist.

Somewhere.

The Man in the High Castle is awesome!

And there's a second recommendation for The Man in the High Castle.

 

[ydahecnot]

As far as Mrs. Maisel, I came in with an interest in early-1960s culture and in Lenny Bruce. I think the show is smart and funny. But your mileage may vary

 

[Endless_Night]

It seems to me you are overlooking the obvious.
You’re stuck at home, you have extensive knowledge of horror movies, it’s Halloween and you now own so much land that it takes you days to mow it.

Outdoor Halloween Horror Rave at Enny’s house!!!

The only question now is what theme? Chainsaw Massacre? Corn Maize? (See what I did there?). Friday the 13th part 3 barn?

We may need to build a small pond on your property and fill it with dry ice.

This is going to be fun!

Muscles, this is a flash of genius!!!

*squeals*

-I have a barn.

-I have a ravine.

-If I raided the property next door I could probably create a Corn Maze. (See what I did there? )

-I could languish about in a diaphanous gown (with slits up both sides to show off my legs) and go for that pale, sexy, undead vibe.


I AM SO DOING THIS


No, really! Post-Covid, but I'll hire a party planner to sort all that pesky stuff that involves dealing with people.

Oh, goodness. Maybe I could make it an annual thing….

 

[Endless_Night]

As far as Mrs. Maisel, I came in with an interest in early-1960s culture and in Lenny Bruce. I think the show is smart and funny. But your mileage may vary

Oh, I'm not questioning your taste! I've seen plenty of people raving about the show, which is why I watched the first episode. I just didn't see what the fuss was about and hoped you could enlighten me.

It may just not be my thing, for whatever reason.


Bearing in mind I'm music illiterate...Lenny Bruce is a singer, yes?


(If knowing about him is relevant I may see part of the problem. )

 

[ydahecnot]

Oh, I'm not questioning your taste! I've seen plenty of people raving about the show, which is why I watched the first episode. I just didn't see what the fuss was about and hoped you could enlighten me.

It may just not be my thing, for whatever reason.


Bearing in mind I'm music illiterate...Lenny Bruce is a singer, yes?


(If knowing about him is relevant I may see part of the problem. )

He is one of the most influential figures in standup comedy history. Tell you what, watch season 2, episode 7, and if you still can’t get into it, so be it

 

[Endless_Night]

He is one of the most influential figures in standup comedy history. Tell you what, watch season 2, episode 7, and if you still can’t get into it, so be it

Hahahaha! Oh, goodness. Ummm, I guess it's clear I'm not into standup comedy either?




I will watch your suggested episode, Sir.

 

[investor2020]

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Saw this, Enny, and thought it fit well with your planning cycle for the big event!

 

[hotwords229_A]

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I just watched Daughters of Darkness and I was impressed with how good it actually was. It was as if they made a bad movie with good acting, great direction, solid writing and phenomenal photography.

Definitely worth a look—streaming for free on Tubi.

Quick note: although the sex/nudity is minimal, this is (apparently) the very first movie to begin with a sex scene. I’m not sure that’s true, but that’s what I heard.

 

[investor2020]

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[hotoldrguy]

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Elvira just came out as a lesbian with her secret partner. Guess I can kiss my vampire sex fantasy with her good bye.

 

[JennyNo1]

Just Peeking In

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[investor2020]

Still undecided? . . .

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[investor2020]

I post this for informational purposes only. I have not seen this movie, but it is recording as I write this. A review may be forthcoming, maybe not. Watch it if you must, or not.

A taste of "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies":

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foGraEVNI0s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5N7OyoTCXg

 

[hotwords229_A]

I don’t know about Netflix (I cancelled my subscription) but two movies I’m on the lookout for lately are “Spookies” from 1986 and “Frankenhooker” 1990.

I feel like these two are going to be necessary watches.
If you find them streaming let me know.

So I finally watched Frankenhooker (Shudder subscription ) and I have to say it was way better than I thought!

It had some solid laughs, lots of boobs (and good quality ones—usually when there are a lot of boobs their quality is less = FACT) and it was just good holiday fun.

I give Frankenhooker two purple nipples up (you’ll have to see the movie to understand).

 

[Endless_Night]

I am waaaay behind on my horror movie watching, but I did finally get around to watching A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge (1985).

As promised, I did not do any pre-reading. Nor post-reading, as there was something I was supposed to pick up on. It is unlikely to surprise anyone that I didn’t pick up whatever it was I was supposed to catch.

However, it was one strange movie. Things noted:

1) I was all, like: That sort of looks like Freddy is driving the bus. (And, eureka, it was Freddy driving the bus. )
2) The short shorts of the teenage boys.
3) Wow. Interesting bus visual in the pit!
4) The main character, Jesse:

-He reached down into his underwear when he gets out of bed!
-Ummm, why does he wander around in his underwear so much?
-Ummm, why he doing so much booty bumping of drawers and dancing in a sexual explicit way?
-Why does he wander around in his underwear so much?​

5) WHY is there a random bare butt scene on the baseball field?
6) The lead actress vaguely reminds me of Meryl Streep.
7) I had not realized previously how gay mens’ dress styles were in the 80s….
8) The whole bar/club scene thing :

-Ummm, why is a high schooler ending up in a late night bar?
-Is it a biker bar? A BDSM bar?
-Isn’t it a little odd for Jesse to wander in with his shirt open?
-The gym teacher in a leather vest….
-Why on earth does Jesse leave with the sadistic coach?​

-WHAT is the coach going to do with the jump rope?

-COACH. NAKED. BONDAGE. SPANKING SCENE. *faints*


Idk. Sexual, but in a weird way? Not what I think of as the usual 80s fare.

*looks over the top of my glasses at Hotwords*

 

[Endless_Night]

Officially adopted!

I feel it will take several September months as Halloween Eve to make up for these last few years….

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Saw this, Enny, and thought it fit well with your planning cycle for the big event!

 

[Endless_Night]

Elvira just came out as a lesbian with her secret partner. Guess I can kiss my vampire sex fantasy with her good bye.

I suspect you are not the only person in that boat.

https://s8d1.turboimg.net/t1/68991588_208345.jpg

Jenny!!!

*chest bump*

 

[Endless_Night]

He is one of the most influential figures in standup comedy history. Tell you what, watch season 2, episode 7, and if you still can’t get into it, so be it

This is next on my list!

I've talked someone more conversant with comedy to watch with me. You know, to explain all the parts I don't get.

<pic snip> I just watched Daughters of Darkness and I was impressed with how good it actually was. It was as if they made a bad movie with good acting, great direction, solid writing and phenomenal photography.

Definitely worth a look—streaming for free on Tubi.

Quick note: although the sex/nudity is minimal, this is (apparently) the very first movie to begin with a sex scene. I’m not sure that’s true, but that’s what I heard.

This I have viewed. There will be commentary at a later date.

 

[Endless_Night]

I post this for informational purposes only. I have not seen this movie, but it is recording as I write this. A review may be forthcoming, maybe not. Watch it if you must, or not.

A taste of "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies": >

I would have totally watched this! If the book hadn't been so abysmally terrible. Oh, man.

It was a great idea, just poorly executed, in my opinion. As I recall, the zombie part consisted of new paragraphs inserted strategically into the existing text. Which just…idk, didn't work?

Mind, I offer no alternative as to how it should have been done, so probably have no place complaining. Just didn't work for me.

So I finally watched Frankenhooker (Shudder subscription ) and I have to say it was way better than I thought!

It had some solid laughs, lots of boobs (and good quality ones—usually when there are a lot of boobs their quality is less = FACT) and it was just good holiday fun.

I give Frankenhooker two purple nipples up (you’ll have to see the movie to understand).

I LOVE that she did the face!!!

(Still probably not gonna watch the movie, but…awesome! )


So, I'm curious. As I suspect are any other women who happened to drop by this thread. What, exactly, makes for *poor quality* boobs?

*waits*

 

[hotwords229_A]

I am waaaay behind on my horror movie watching, but I did finally get around to watching A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge (1985).

As promised, I did not do any pre-reading. Nor post-reading, as there was something I was supposed to pick up on. It is unlikely to surprise anyone that I didn’t pick up whatever it was I was supposed to catch.

However, it was one strange movie. Things noted:

1) I was all, like: That sort of looks like Freddy is driving the bus. (And, eureka, it was Freddy driving the bus. )
2) The short shorts of the teenage boys.
3) Wow. Interesting bus visual in the pit!
4) The main character, Jesse:

-He reached down into his underwear when he gets out of bed!
-Ummm, why does he wander around in his underwear so much?
-Ummm, why he doing so much booty bumping of drawers and dancing in a sexual explicit way?
-Why does he wander around in his underwear so much?​

5) WHY is there a random bare butt scene on the baseball field?
6) The lead actress vaguely reminds me of Meryl Streep.
7) I had not realized previously how gay mens’ dress styles were in the 80s….
8) The whole bar/club scene thing :

-Ummm, why is a high schooler ending up in a late night bar?
-Is it a biker bar? A BDSM bar?
-Isn’t it a little odd for Jesse to wander in with his shirt open?
-The gym teacher in a leather vest….
-Why on earth does Jesse leave with the sadistic coach?​

-WHAT is the coach going to do with the jump rope?

-COACH. NAKED. BONDAGE. SPANKING SCENE. *faints*


Idk. Sexual, but in a weird way? Not what I think of as the usual 80s fare.

*looks over the top of my glasses at Hotwords*

Okay, so I think you got it. Freddy’s Revenge is considered one of the “gayest” horror movies ever made. There’s a whole story to this (best summarized in the documentary “Never Sleep again” and then later elaborated on in the documentary “Scream Queen”), but the main idea is that the screenwriter wrote a super gay (subtext) movie, didn’t tell anyone, a (real) gay (closeted) actor was cast as the lead, the director had no idea about any of this and this is why the whole thing is such a mess. It’s a movie about a gay guy who doesn’t know he’s gay and (as the movie is told) he is straight, but wink-wink he’s really not.

If they had told a straightforward coming-of-age/sexual identity movie of a character who was being preyed upon by Freddy, this could have been one of the best Nightmare movies. But because it was all subtext/text where even the director claims he didn’t see the gay angle to the story, what we get is a film that kinda blows, makes no sense, ignores the history and rules set up by the first movie and is filled with bizarre moments that don’t go together.

Too bad too, because I really like the way Freddy looks in this one and it is the last movie where he was portrayed as an actual monster and not so much a one-liner machine (although I like that version of him too).

Anyway, I was interested in your take because I never saw the gay subtext either until it was flat out acknowledged in the documentary. Looking at it now it’s extremely obvious, but when I first saw it as a kid I had no idea. I just thought it sucked. Also, everything in the 80’s seemed gay. Did you ever see Rocky 3? Those training montages are super homoerotic!

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