For the second movie this week we will be taking a look at an underrated gem. I'm talking about the movie House by director Steve Miner (Friday the 13th Part 2 & Part 3, and Warlock) and writer Fred Dekker (Night of the Creeps, the Monster Squad, and episodes of Tales from the Crypt) which has quite the staff and cast behind it.
This is a haunted house movie about a man brought to the edge after losing his family to this place, and is given the chance to move in and take revenge. What unfurls following this setup is some of the most impressive special effects you will see, as well as some surprisingly effective comedy, and trippy horror that adds to a building atmosphere of tension.
It goes without saying that I enjoyed this one! Check out my full thoughts below!
Also, a reminder that this is cross-posted at Cannon Cruisers, but you can watch it here if you'd prefer. I just wanted to make it easier for anyone passing by to see these posts.
Once again, Happy Halloween!
House--and the even better House 2--are poster boys for "Movies that could never get made today."
ReplyDeleteYes, that's the biggest takeaway from watching both of these. All the best parts that make them both work are things Hollywood despises.
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