Not So New Movie Review #5 - Scream
Scream
Maincast(s): David Arquette, Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox
Director: Wes Craven
Genre: Slasher Film
Running Time: 111 Minutes
Holy hell do I love me some Scream. The that makes it so good it’s that, it’s a self aware horror/comedy/thriller, it just does so much! The thing is, if you know the rules then you can break the rules, and Scream does that, countless times! Here’s the basic story run down. There’s a girl and a dude with a knife. That’s it! That’s the whole movie. Okay well it does change it up a little bit by adding the thriller mystery of, “Who’s the KILLER!” But for the most part it’s standard slasher film. Well even that’s not true. Many of the other slasher franchise killers are sort of unhuman, they did start kind off as human enough. But Freddy’s in dreams, Michael Myers has some curse of him, and they launch Jason into SPACE!!! I still don’t understand why they would ever do that. Believe me if I meet the guy who had that idea….. I’ll be sure to punch him in the face. What’s cool about, Ghostface is the intent behind the murder is purely human, and the reveal behind it all…. is just soooo good. And what makes it so good is that every character you meet is a viable suspect. You’re constantly looking out for clues to figure it out. Speaking of characters they’re all great. They’re memorable and based on yourself you can connect with at least one of the characters in this movie, which will make it that much better. And as for the main girl, Neve Campbell,she’s really good. The fact is that she did a lot more than any other girl in a slasher movie. She was strong throughout the whole movie and you really feel bad for her whenever something bad happened. Do yourself a favor and watch this movie, it’s a boat load of scares and a lot of laughs from almost every angel. It’s one those movies that you won’t forget anytime soon. But buyer beware, * This movie is so much more enjoyable if you do you’re homework on classic slasher movies from the 70’s and 80’s cause Scream is going to riff on them.
I give Scream, 4.5 out of 5 Stars.Thanks for reading guys, hope you liked the new format!
Luis
Top 8 Disney Villains - #1
Drum Roll PLEASE!! And the Number 1 villain goes to: Frollo (The Hunchback of Notre Dame)
Frollo is probablythe least intimidating name out there; but trust me he is the worst of the worst. Frollo’s got a bunch of crimes against him, but I could really just name one and you would agree with me right off the bat. Genocide! He’s trying to cleanse all of Notre Dame of the gypsies, cause they’re like rats or something. But of course he’s willing to let some of the gypsies like Esmeralda, live if they sleep with him. He’s a creepy asshole who tries to justify his actions through either the law or the church. But whats even worse than his ideology being so backward, is that he actually has the means to carry out these crazy notions that he has. And oh yeah remember that thing about Cruella, about drowning a baby? Well Frollo would actually do it. He almost does. Thank God for that priest! Or else Quasimodo would have been one baby in a well. I mean really it wasn’t enough that Frollokilled Quasimodo’s mom on the steps of a church as she was screaming sanctuary. And then he lies to the poor Hunchback, tells him to stay inside and only to come out for when, “the time is right.” There’s so much wrong and inheritably evil that it just makes my skin crawl. It’s impossible to doubt him as the number 1 Disney villain. And seriously can you imaging Frollo and Esmeraldo…… you know? ehhhhhhhh. So those are my top 8 Disney Villains, leave your thoughts about your favorites down below. Or give me some new ideas about what to post for the next list. Thanks for reading guys!
Luis
Top 8 Disney Villains - #2
Number 2 goes to: Ursula (The Little Mermaid)
Remember what I said about Hades? Contracts are BAD NEWS! And Ursula presents her case in such a simple fashion in, “Poor Unfortunate Souls.” She plays on Aerials insecurities of wanting to be with Prince Eric. Ursula gives her a chance at being happy, for price of course. Legs for voice. Oh and there are a few more details in the contract that need acknowledgment. If Aerial doesn’t get a true love kiss in three days time, then Ursula owns her. What’s also so amazing about, “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” is that it gives so much in such a small amount of time. It furthers the plot, shows off Pat Carrol’s (Ursola) vocal range, and shows off how evil Ursula really is. By the end of the song, you know she’s bad news. Then she pulls off a super 90210 bitch move, when she shows up on shore just to make sure Eric doesn’t fall in love with Aerial. She doesn’t even want Eric, she just wants to screw over Aerial which in turn screws over Triton. Aerial that whole time was really just a pawn for Ursula, just so she could get back at Triton. So she could rule the whole ocean. The only thing willing to take her out is the bow of a ship. And man….. boob kill, that sucks. Thanks for reading guys number 1 later TONIGHT!!!!!
Luis
Top 8 Disney Villains - #3
Unlike most Disney villains this next rascal, was recognized as evil right out of the gate.
Number 3 goes to: Maleficent (The Sleeping Beauty)
Did the forbidden mountain that she lives on, give it away? Maybe that’s why she wasn’t invited to the ceremony, for baby princess, Aurora. Of course that kinda backfires and Maleficent shows anyway, and she’s feeling a little hurt. She could have taken it a little better, you know just not send them a card for Christmas or something. But no she controls all of the powers of evil, and decides to put a death curse on the girl. Maleficent takes a grudge to a whole other level. Maleficent is also the only Disney villain, to get a whole character study. And I quote, “She doesn’t know anything about true love or helping others. I don’t think she’s very happy.” Pff ladies please! Maleficent laughs at the face of love. As she clearly tells Prince Phillip her feelings about love. But of course, Maleficent has been giving a whole bunch of nasty tricks up her sleeve. Teleportation, green fire, she can summon lightning, oh and did I mention, she can turn into a very evil looking DRAGON!Easily one of the coolest powers a villain can have. Thanks for reading guys 1 & 2 will be coming shortly.
Luis
Top 8 Disney Villains - #5
Number 5 goes to: Jafar (Aladdin)
Jafar be a power tripping fool! He’s been secretly plotting to become Sultan of Agrabah, and he’s been trying to do it from several angles. The first, of course, is the lamp, he goes out into the desert with street rats and leads them into a sand tiger. I calls it as I sees it…. Sand Tiger. So anyway as I was saying, Jafar has several different angles. For a breif while, he thinks his best bet to become Sulton, is to marry Jasmine. But in actuality he has a resource that could have worked so much to his advantage and he doesn’t use at all. He has a snake staff that can hypnotize people! God that sounds so dirty. All he would have to do was snake staff the guards. Yup sounds very dirty. And military and he would have an army in no time! But of course when Jafar does become Sultan, it isn’t enough. Because as I stated before, he be power tripping! And he becomes into an evil sorcerer, who’s many powers are terrible, terrible puns. “Things are unraveling, boy!” “Get the point?!” Well…. you do have to appreciate some of those, he embarrasses kids so much. But when it comes down to it, Jafar is an evil snake who will stop at nothing to get what he wants. Thanks for reading, number 4 will come either later tonight or tomorrow haven’t decided yet.
Luis
Top 8 Disney Villains - #4
Number 4 goes to the Disney version of Hamlet. Ladies and Gentlemen Number 4 goes to: Scar (The Lion King)
As I was saying. In animal Hamlet, Scar kills his brother and runs the heir to the throne, out of the area. Technically he wants him killed, but like any good Disney movie. Snow White, Hercules, and Emperor’s New Groove. He passes his biggest threat to an incompetent lackey, who inevitably lets them escape. Whoops! But Scar does get a kill. In fact he is the only Disney villain that actually kills another character on screen. As he lovingly looks his brother in the eye and says, “Long Live the King,” and then damns his self to hell as he releases his paws, and lets his brother fall to his death. He’s also got one of the best villain songs out there, be prepared. Full of Nazi ass goose stepping as the hyenas and him plan they’re blitzkrieg attack on the pride land. But this is the worst part, Scar is a really bad leader. I don’t mean just bad bad but so bad, that he actually causes the area to DIE! And if Scar weren’t a bastard enough he decides right before he kills Simba to let him in on the little secret that he’s got. Which of course backfires on him and Simba kills him. But even when Simba gives him a pardon, Scar still continues to be a bastard and continue to beat at him. Only to be defeated by his own hyenas, which is pretty ironic. Thanks for reading guys, top 3 is coming up!
Luis
