It was that Suspiria poster and an image of the opening cab scene with the colors that got me to finally watch the movie. It was my first Italian horror movie if I remember correctly. That opening scene was surprising.

I can't believe Suspiria beat Predator. But Suspiria is more horror I guess compared to Predator.

1. Pass
2. Night of the Living Dead (1968)
3. Alien (1979)
4. Suspiria (1977)
5. The Thing (1982)

1-Pass on both
2-NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD...tough choice as I also love PSYCHO, but NOTLD still takes First place
3-ALIEN
4-SUSPIRIA
5-THE THING

That is true.

Poltergeist (1982)




Night of the Living Dead (1968)



Alien (1979)



The Exorcist (1973)



The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

Evil Dead 2

Psycho

Nightmare on Elm Street

Exorcist

Texas Chainsaw ALL DAY!

Evil dead 2
Night of the Living Dead
Alien
Exorcist
The Thing

Poltergeist (1982)
Psycho (1960)
Alien (1979)
The Exorcist (1973)
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

You've anticipated my denouement... ::big grin:: you'll see. I did the same thing last time.


The cab scene didn't get me to watch Suspiria for the first time, which was just a few years ago. But the opening cab scene filled my eyes with beauty and wonderment. I was so onboard from that moment on. Loved it.

Also, I just rewatched Predator (just my 2nd viewing since late 80s). It was an action film, and that action wasn't so exciting this time around. It wasnt as good as I remembered. The first time I watched it, I had very low expectations, and the ending surpassed those. I think Commando is a better film. = p

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1WY...he1Conditioner

I think the director loves cab scenes. At least the one in Inferno is good as well.

Commando better than Predator? That's a tough pick. I believe I went to see Predator in theaters thinking it would just be a simple Arnold action movie. The monster element surprised me. Commando is just an awesome straight 80s action movie. I would pick Predator in a contest between the two just because of the series. I love Predator 2 as well. Those two movies are like Alien and Aliens to me. None of the sequels can touch them.

I can't remember if I posted this awesome Predator and Aliens collection here.



Also, this guy made a really good Predator poster. But I want to see both Predator 1 and 2 in a mirrored sort of way. He did that with his Blade Runner 1 and 2 posters.

Maybe you're right... ::big grin:: I havent seen Commando in a million years either. Maybe it won't be as impressive either. I did enjoy Pred, Im just placing it.


Those are cool posters. Like I was saying I havent seen Commando since the first time. It's on my re-list. I liked Blade Runner 2048, have to say it wasn't as memorable as the first. What'd ya think of 2048?

that spaceship hatch on the staircase ceiling is awesome!

Quarter Final Results:

7 Evil Dead II (1987)
3 Poltergeist (1982)

6 Night of the Living Dead (1968)
6 Psycho (1960)

9 Alien (1979)
3 A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

8 The Exorcist (1973)
4 Suspiria (1977)

8 The Thing (1982)
4 The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

I really didn't think I was going to have to vote on this one, but Psycho has produced a tie again (previously against Halloween). In the case of these two films, I think Psycho is more precise, but for the Horror genre I think NOTLD's realism makes for a greater horror punch. Night of the Living Dead (1968) + 1.

And now the Semi Final for the HDC 2020 Best Horror Film All-time Tournament...

These two matches are based on top seeding (which will be revealed at the end). There is a one-Vs-one match, and a three-Vs-three match.

Anyone on the forum is welcome to vote and comment. Comments and appeals for films are welcome!
It's your option to not vote on every film battle, if unsure, haven't seen them, whatever reason...

Semi Final:

Match 1:
Night of the Living Dead (1968)
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-- Vs --
The Exorcist (1973)
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Match 2:
Evil Dead II (1987)
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-- Vs --
Alien (1979)
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-- Vs --
The Thing (1982)
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Can't get away from NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD-still my #1

The Exorcist
The Thing

The Exorcist
Evil Dead 2

The Exorcist
Alien

Exorcist
Evil Dead 2

Night of the Living Dead

The Thing

Night of the Living Dead Vs Exorcist is Match 1.

And Match 2 is: Evil Dead 2 Vs Alien Vs The Thing. What's your pick for Match 2?

Commando is awesome. It's probably one of the top macho 80s violent movies. Very basic rescue the girl action story. Over the top violence that keeps getting better with every scene. A bit of necessary 80s nudity. Great lines.

Blade Runner 2049 is the best of Harrison Ford's come back performances. But it's not his fault that Star Wars and Indiana Jones were bad movies.

I don't want to spoil Blade Runner for those that haven't seen it though. I do need to watch it a few more times. It's not better than the original. Few movies equal original movies that are classic. I think only Alien and Aliens. Terminator 1 and T2. Predator and Predator 2 are in that category. But those sequels were well thought out, added a twist, or increased the stakes. Also they didn't take years to come out. I can't think of a sequel that came out years later that was as good as the original.

All the performances in Blade Runner 2049 and elements are amazing. But I guess in short the movie didn't leave me with the feeling that I had when I watched the original. Unlike those sequels that I mentioned above.

It probably doesn't help that Blade Runner 2049 has a twist that didn't cross my mind when I watched the original. But I guess the more human than human line should have made people think that.

And then there is the helper girl. Which is one of those what is real questions. Just because someone is programmed to learn and behave a certain way does that make her less real than a real person? I don't know. I need to watch it a few more times.

That and the centerpiece display with the facehuggers in the containers. It's like the ultimate Alien and Predator setup. They are only missing a few pieces that I bet they probably have if they did an updated room tour.

1. Night of the Living Dead (1968)

2. Alien (1979)

Tough choice between Alien and The Thing. I only went with Alien because I saw it first.

1. The Exorcist
2. Alien

1. Night of the Living Dead
2. Evil Dead 2

Sorry Sculpt, looks like I dropped the Chainsaw::embarrassment::::embarrassment::::embarr assment::!
Match is definitely THE THING
Thanks for the update

Exorcist

Evil Dead 2

exorcist
alien


aka

the exorcised alien

Exorcist has taken a substantial lead over NOLD. But sweet pizza! Look at the match between Evil Dead II, Alien and The Thing! Been neck-&-neck all the way.

We still have Roshiq to vote (maybe FerretChucks). As I recall, he likes all three, but I think he leans to Alien and The Thing. And don't worry, he doesn't care what I say. ::big grin::

Current Vote Running...

Match 1:
4 Night of the Living Dead (1968)
7 The Exorcist (1973)

Match 2:
4 Evil Dead II (1987)
4 Alien (1979)
3 The Thing (1982)

The Exorcist

The Thing

Semi Final Results:

MATCH 1:

4 Night of the Living Dead (1968)
8 The Exorcist (1973)

MATCH 2:

4 Evil Dead II (1987)
4 Alien (1979)
4 The Thing (1982)


Sure, make me decide between my three favorite films! ::sad::

All five of these films are exceptional, and I would have highly approved any of EDII, Alien or The Thing winning this round.

EDII is a blast of fun, humor, trippy psychedelic horror, through wildly creative Rami' shot direction, a fresh telling of traditional evil spirit conjuring (next to the original ED); with excellent cinematography and first rate soundtrack by Joseph LoDuca.

The Thing probably has the best practical special effects in the history of film. It's a tight, and rather faithful reimagining of Joseph Campbell's short story "Who Goes There". The shot direction is smart and effectual, heightening the paranoia and surprises.

Alien, however has an expert touch on every craft of film making: special effects, cinematography, acting, and most notably an incredibly seamless mix of music and sound effects, with arguably Jerry Goldsmith's all-time best work, creating a thoroughly enveloping ethereal soundtrack. What makes Alien standout a bit more than EDII and The Thing is its combination of story/visuals with deep symbolism, a natural and engaging group of relatable characters, with actors who engage in semi-improvisation, producing a bare exhibition of human reactions, and a complete and rewarding story narrative. And so my pick is Alien.

I'll post the Final Round today.

And now the Final for the HDC 2020 Best Horror Film All-time Tournament...

Anyone on the forum is welcome to vote and comment. Comments and appeals for films are welcome!

It's your option to not vote on every film battle, if unsure, haven't seen them, whatever reason...

FINAL:

Alien (1979)

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-- Vs --

The Exorcist (1974)

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Alien

Alien!

My vote is for ALIEN

Alien

Tough choice, since both left a profound impression. But this time around, I am going with Alien.

Alien

I really need to see Exorcist seeing as it made it to the final round. I didn't think it would be on the same level as Alien.