Happy Halloween!!

Boys and girls its that time of the year. The time when we let our inner creepy creature out and go wild! After a nice thrill of getting candy, combing cemetery's for the undead, and the undeniable laugh and random scares at the haunted house attractions, sometimes its nice to sit at home and enjoy a movie that shares the spirit of this time of year. Here on Pulse, we have a few selected movies that we feel share in that spirit. So here it is Lycans and Banshees...The Pulse Halloween Movie Selection!

-The Nightmare Before Christmas
-The Addams Family
-Trick r Treat
-Night of the Living Dead (Original and Remake)
-Halloween (Original Version)
-Bram Stokers Dracula
-Don't Be Afraid of the Dark
-Grave Encounters 1&2
-Elvira; Mistress of the Dark
-Elvira's Haunted Hills
-Nightmare on Elm Street
-REC
-PumpkinHead
-Frankenweenie
-From Dusk Till Dawn
-The Craft
-Hocus Pocus
-The Exorcist
-Childs Play
-Tales from the Darkside
-Sleepy Hollow
-Sinister
-Transylvania 6-5000
-The Frighteners
-House on Haunted Hill
-Scream
-Nothing But Trouble
Now these are just some of many great movies to watch on this, the spookiest time of the year. But these seem to make this time of the year extra special. These are not in any order. I know, Nightmare Before Christmas is on top, but who doesn't think of this movie when Halloween comes up? Now if you know any other horror movies that are not on the list that make this time of year great, go ahead and put them down in the commet section, and why they are awesome to you. Who knows, we may have seen it and over looked it. Or, we haven't and you just suggested a great horror movie for us to check out. Anyways, before this gets any longer....
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!

Misery

N: Every writers nightmare. A devoted fan takes you in to nurse you back to health from a horrific accident only then do you realize that your number one fan is a hell-bent psychopath.  While you try and gain control of this nightmare it all becomes clear that this woman is more than tormented.

D: See, this is why people who obsess over various famous people scare the crap out of me!
After finishing his latest story, Paul sets out for home when he gets caught in a snow storm and crashes his car. He is saved by Anne, who claims to be his number one fan. Soon he will be wishing that he was still in that car when he learns that his number one fan is a lunatic!
Based on the book by the legendary Stephen King, this movie makes you fear the nice sweet lady next door. She could be a crazed killer who is friendly one minute and suddenly goes into homicidal rages. Its a great movie to watch. Kathy Bates gives a awesome performance. And the lines, though delivered in a aggressive way, are funny. You can't help but laugh when she says things like, 'you dirty birdy', or 'he didn't get out of the cockadoodie car'! I bet Paul was thinking, 'I wish that you left me in the cockadoodie car'.....

The Last Will and Testament of Rosalind Leigh

N: Over dramatic and has no real conclusion. After reflecting on this flick I was unable to really understand its true meaning.  Indeed it was a verse in good VS evil; Rosalind Leigh narrating with a message for her son who endures a hellish night against a demonic-like beast, strange people visiting the house and creepy angles.

D: Huh? What the pitchfork did I just watch? I can't tell if it was a movie or Antiques Road Show.
A young man returns to his hometown after his mother dies. Roslaind seems to speak from beyond the grave, chattering away about her beliefs, her and her sons estrange relationship, and other things. Weird things begin to happen to the son that give clues as to why he left home in the first place as well as other things that don't even tie together.
I was so confused while watching this. The woman's house looked like a antique shop. And the son seemed to have some major issues that just were not that well explained. Plus you get so bored while the camera panned around the house showing all the trinkets that the woman had. I had the urge to guess how much each antique was. The creepy angel statue is $1000! Am I right?...

The Burbs

N: An electric-terrifying and hilarious film that involves a group of neighbors suspicious of a family that has just moved into the neighborhood. Its a fantastic cast. Tom Hanks, and even our very own Carrie Fisher. This 1989 film will leave you wanting to watch it again and again.

D: A film from the 80's, with some of the most memorable star's.
I know my counterpart has informed you of the story plot. But I will give a few more bits.
Now when a new family moves into the neighborhood, they keep to themselves. This does not go over with the suburban neighborhood as they are always up in each others business. When one of the neighbors disappears, Tom Hanks character and his friends will stop at nothing to prove that the strange new family is responsible. Time for my constructive criticism.
Why don't we have more movies like this?? Seriously people. Ok, it may not have been the scariest movie made. But it makes up for that with a great script and quirky characters. I so wish that there was more of this sort of creative writing. And its so quotable. My favorite is, 'I've been blown up! Take me to the hospital'!

The Ruins

N: Another enchanting flick where a group dares to enter sacred grounds, and decide to cross the threshold of the ruins where you shall be condemned to death by something lurking in the depths of these sacred ruins.

Corpse Bride

D: Now who doesn't love a wedding? The cake, the gowns, the romance. What if the bride was actually a dead beauty?
In this stop motion movie by the grand Tim Burton, young Victor is arranged to marry the sweet Victoria. While out practicing his vows, he accidentally recites them to the Corpse Bride, Emily. She takes him from his dreary land of the living, to the colorful spirited land of the dead.
Now, I will admit that this is not the strongest of Burtons films. In fact I found some of the songs kind of pointless and tawdry. However, you can forgive that because of the story. Its a beautiful story and actually touches your heart in a way. You can feel the blooming love between Victor and Victoria, and you pity the Corpse Bride Emily for her tragic fate. This is a movie that you can sit down, wrapped in a blanket with hot cocoa and enjoy. I tell you though, I didn't know what I wanted for my wedding dress. Most girls do, but not me. However, I know now that I want what that Corpse Bride was wearing! So cute.

The Lost Boys

There was a time, not long ago. When vampires didn't sparkle and stalk teenage girls. They were bad a$$, motorcycle riding, awesomeness.
The Lost Boys is a movie from the 80s starring the two Cory's and even Kiefer Sutherland who is the big bad leader of the vampires. Sammy and his bother Michael move with their mother to Santa Carla to begin anew. Soon they are thrown into a world of blood and fangs when Michael gets involved with a motorcycle group that turns out to be vampires. Only by teaming up with the vampire hunting Frog brothers can they put an end to the vampires blood feast.
This is a movie that every single vampire loving person needs to see AND own. The music is awesome, the vampires are awesome, its just AWESOME!! This is one of many of my favorite vampire films. I suggest you see this. This makes any other vampires look like whinny little babies. Plus a young Kiefer Sutherland...nice.

The Craft

Oh spells man. What teenage gal from the 90s doesn't remember watching this?
Four high school outcasts discover the power in witchcraft when they form a coven. All four gaining what they want. Only soon, as many should know, such power comes with a price. And only some can handle such magic with care.
I just love this movie. I remember watching it with my girlfriends and in a way, being able to relate to the pain that the four girls go through. Such as the bullying, criticism, and other things that come with the horrors of high school.
This is a movie everyone should see. Its good for a girls movie night. Does anyone remember playing 'Light as a feather, stiff as a board'? I did that in elementary school. Who would of thought you are suppose to levitate? I think we were playing it wrong.

The Strangers

N: Its strange days or nights for that matter as a young couple enjoying life get a disturbing involvement of a game of cat and mouse. Three masked kids toy with the couple and as these strangers escalate the night becomes a blood bath of chaos. A drama filled blood chilling flick and those masks just spook the hell out of me.

Pumkin Head

D: Oh my goose bumps man. A classic horror movie with little to no computer effects, and a powerful story of the pain and price of vengeance.
Pumpkinhead is the ultimate story of a small town man named Harley, who suffers a terrible loss by a group of city folk. Desperate, Harley seeks out the aid of a old witch who summons the demon of vengeance Pumpkinhead. The task for this demon is simple; hunt down the group and kill them. But this comes at a terrible price.
This movie is a gem. Proof that you don't need all this computer stuff to tell a great story. I will admit that its not the scariest movie out there. But the story and the awesome effect that is Pumkinhead...beautiful.

N: If marked for misdeeds Pumpkin head shall hunt you down until the very last monument you take your last breathe. I agree with D. I still enjoy the older films without al of the CGI effects. Its far more effecting when the creature looks and acts real. Decadently one to watch this October.

In Search of Lovecraft

N:  As noted I am a Lovecraft fan, but as usual I have been disappointed thus far in the movies that have been based on the writings of Lovecraft. This film failed in every since. Character development  and I felt like it was some high school 5th grader project.
   In this flick we dive into a historical involvement as a young reporter seeks to uncover a once in a life time story. Yet in her journey Rebecca gets more than she bargained for.
   I got more than I bargained for in this film, and wish I could take visual footage of this film and erase it from my mind.

The Devil's Advocate

N: Who knew that climbing the corporate ladder could be lead you right into the lions den, or for that matter into the devils own caged backyard. In this thrilling flick a young lawyer prowling for instant fame and glory is lured into a firms grasp by a mysterious man that is a great advocate for spawning evil. I have always enjoyed watching this flick,  as the Devil spins his delicate web.

Cabin Fever

N: A film seems to me more horrifying when it could actually be true. A group of venturous teens, gather for a short vacation that leads to disastrous outcomes. Imagine your skin slothing off your body and for some reason your blood begins to pour from your pores. Now its only time as each group member faces certain death.
    On a personal note I wonder if I should dear to watch Cabin Fever II...if its even worth putting myself through another feverish nightmare?

Super 8

N: First and foremost Super 8 film shall never die. Had a blast when I was younger doing stop motion films, and to say the least this flick packed a punch. Its about to turn bad as a group of young film makers set off to shoot a film when all hell breaks loose. While a town become under attack by a visitor the military takes control of a small town. Now the armature film makers must stop at nothing to protect everyone and solve the mystery of this alien invader.

Rosewood Lane

N: hoping for a bloody-twisted flick this movie which still confounds my mind left me rather displeased. In this thriller a late night radio host Sonny Blake confronts her demons by moving back into her childhood home. But I get rather confused when a paperboy emerges and becomes the prime suspect in stalking Sonny. For the entire length of this film we go around and around with no real intentions of actually discovering why everyone is afraid of the paperboy nor do we resolve Sonny's past relationships with her father.

D: What is this? What did I just watch? I was hoping for something nice and eerie. Not confusing and time wasting.
Here is the short version: Girl moves into old house, girl is tormented by sinister paperboy. The end.
First question; why was this made? For real people. This movie made no sense. No explanation as to why paperboy is public enemy #1, or why he feels the need to stalk the chick in this flick. Hee hee, I made a rhyme. If you would like to waste time and brain cells, watch this movie. You are better off watching the trailer cause even if you watch this, you still won't know what happened. Oh, you wanna hear something funny/stupid? I know that you cant judge a book, or DVD by its cover. But I actually thought this was a werewolf movie. I mean seriously look at that cover. Does it not make you think Lycan?

Hemlock Grove

Season One:

N: Looking for a new place to relocate? Well I've got just the town that might pull your heartstrings, but this quant town had a darker devious side that will thrust you into an ongoing battle between two families. Even though this is a Netflix original I was very well pleased with the acting and set locations of this horror flic. Be prepared as each twisted episode will draw you deeper into secretes that at the end will want you thirsting for more.

D: So, I have to admit that this is one werewolf story that I find interesting. Its got it all. Gypsies, blood, wolves, magic, monsters, even vampires.
So this mini series is based off the book Hemlock Grove and tells the story of Peter and his friend Roman. One a gypsy, the other a rich boy. These two team up to figure out who, or what is killing off the horny teens of the city. While Peter is a main suspect, he swears that he has nothing to do with the killings. Even though he is, SPOILER ALERT, a werewolf himself.
This series introduces you to a string of characters that are harboring their own secrets, adding to the bloody drama. It's really a good series to watch. I mean, you don't come across many decent werewolf movies or series with a few exceptions. Plus the transformation scene from human to werewolf...simply gorgeous! Everyone howl, ARROOOOOOOO!!!

Queen of the Damned

N: I had first seen this movie when it had come out on video, but had never really been drawn to this flick, as it had always lacked charm and never fully told an appropriate story. Years later I decided to watch the film again (before we decided to turn it in for some cash) and I still thought it was a total disaster. D pointed out that the book is much better and even better to read the series written by Anne Rice. Thus, I have started reading Interview With The Vampire and shall continue reading through the rest of the series. For the most part I was drawn into the vampire sort of lifestyle that Lestat portrayed in the movie. But lost interest half way through, after Queen of the Damned appeared.

Dylan Dog

N:Looking for body parts? Well an underground market thrives in a seedy undead world. Zombies that have a little more brains than usual not only thirst for brains, but must replenish decaying body parts. But wait this movie is just not only about Zombies, but a man that fights evil. Dylan must combat this evil through his lucrative private eye business. All in all a very entertaining flick that is worth watching, and if you enjoy reading than check out the comic based on this sleuth.

Fascination

N: A rather bizarre turn of events leads a crook, desperate to escape his once fellows only to find himself held up in a castle. Stranger still the castle is not deserted, but becomes a pulse inducing ride of sex and blood thirsty woman. Are these woman mere vampires searching the night for pray, and incidentally has caught this crook in the delicate webs of Fascination.