Film Review: The Comeback (1978)

Posted on 12/03/2012 by Alex DiVincenzo
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SYNOPSIS:

Seeking a little peace and quiet to write some new songs, a washed-up American singer moves into a secluded English house. But his mind isn’t on a new romance when he’s contacted by his ex-wife’s ghost, whose clues about her murder lead Jones to a confrontation with the killer.

REVIEW:

Unlike the more exploitative work for which Pete Walker is known, 1978′s The Comeback shows a great deal of restraint. The death … Continue reading →

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Film Review: The Omen (1976)

Posted on 03/08/2012 by Wee Willie Wicked
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SYNOPSIS:

An American ambassador learns to his horror that his son is actually the literal Antichrist.

REVIEW:

Directed by Richard Donner, from the beginning frames of The Omen, it is clear that this film is diabolically demonic with a clearly biblical singing choir based soundtrack capable of creating chills. As if that wasn’t enough to imply the film’s tone, during the opening credits, a standing male toddler surrounded … Continue reading →

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