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LOVED the challenge last year (my first) and looking forward to it again! I already moved any horror titles in my Netflix queue so I don't watch any before this starts.

#21 The Night Stalker: FINALLY got around to watching this! Can't remember when I last saw it, but I DO remember seeing it (and the sequel) on ABC when they were originally broadcast. Not only does it hold up very well as a horror movie, but it REALLY shines as a made-for-TV movie that doesn't...

#19 Theatre Of Blood: Great campy Vincent Price vehicle! If you are a fan of "Dr. Phibes" then I suggest this if you haven't seen it...another in the themed-revenge movies that were so popular back then. This is exactly the type of movie I would expect to be ripe for the remake machine these...

#17. Monster On The Campus: I really enjoy most of Jack Arnold's films which is why this is getting a pretty good rating. The story is pretty predictable and the make-up is horrendous, but it's STILL a slightly better than average 50's creature flick. Rating: 2.5/5 #18. Imprint: Comment #1...

I think I saw this years ago....does it involve a rabid monkey and a cool, WAY over-the-top scene involving a lawn-mower? It ROCKED!!!!!

JohnRice, you must've seen the alternate universe version of Devil Doll...I HATED it! #15 Devil Doll: Cringe-worthy acting and "special" effects made this almost completely unwatchable. The acting is pretty much universally OVER "over-the-top"...and what the hell is up with Melita's eyes? She...

#14. Mad Love: If I hadn't seen this mentioned in this thread I might never have rented it. EASILY one of Peter Lorre's best performances---he gave me the creeps during the entire film. My only recollection of this movie was the awesome Basil Gogos cover of "Famous Monsters" that covered the...

#13. HellBent: Talk about the number thirteen being unlucky! I was interested in this one for many reasons: it was a twist on the slasher flick by taking place within a gay setting and I saw some pretty positive reviews when it played in theaters. As a slasher movie and as a gay movie it had...

#12. Fiend Without A Face: I saw this one several times while growing up, either on "Creature Features" or a local Sat. afternoon horror/sci-fi movie show. It held up pretty well; the atomic radiation/mental visualization double-talk kinda blew the storyline, but the effects are still pretty...

#11. Son Of Kong: It's hard to believe that for the HUNDREDS of times that I've watched the original I've never seen this sequel. I wish it were STILL hard to believe! What a complete waste of time! I think we can thank the makers of "Son Of Kong" for the endless number of...

#10. Near Dark: I was a bit apprehensive when the Netflix sleeve called it "one of the most ferociously original vampire movies of our time"...and then I watched it! After a bit of a slow start, I was drawn in and stayed there (with the exception of a few plot points that I found a little too...

That's it! Joe, as an aside...every time I see your name, I have to wonder---is that your REAL last name or an homage to Lugosi and Karloff?

#9 Tarantula!: A VERY disappointing '50's "big bug" movie. Especially so since it is directed by Jack Arnold, whose movies I usually enjoy. At 81 minutes it's hard to imagine a movie dragging, but his one just plodded along. Is anyone familiar with any other big spider movies from that period? I...

If anyone is in the SE Wisconsin area (near Milwaukee) this Fri/Sat/Sun, you might be interested in this: www.itcamefromlakemichigan.com . It's a horror film festival for independent films and shorts produced in the Midwest. Since I am off work on Fri and Sun I may just stop by to check out the...

#8. Hostel: I really had to think about this for awhile after watching it. Yet another technically exceptional film...but there were more misses than hits overall. Another film (just like "Wolf Creek" which I watched last night) that spends alot of time on the build-up before anything REALLY...

#7. Wolf Creek (Unrated): WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT! I really had high expectations after the first hour (which I thought FLEW by!) since it just didn't just jump right in to the scares and actually made you spend some "quality time" with the characters. Then it just went downhill! I think I was...

#6. Dagon: YIKES!!! Not sure why I put this in my Netflix queue, but did it STINK! Bad acting, awful PS2-quality CGI effects and unlikeable characters are just the beginning of this HP Lovecraft adaptation. There's the nerdy/geeky leading man (with the incredibly good-looking girlfriend...why...

#5. Gojira: First time seeing this. Decided (wisely) to watch it after re-watching "King of the Monsters". Despite being subtitled, it's actually more cohesive and entertaining than the US narration version. It's also a darker and slightly more depressing version the the US edit. If you like the...

#4 Saw 2: WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT! I really liked the first one (despite Cary Elwes horrendous acting) but this one was a complete waste of time. Almost EVERY plot twist/clue I had seen coming a mile away. I will definitely pass on Saw 3. Rating: 0/5

#3 Monolith Monsters: I'm surprised that this held up so well! Fast paced, decent effects considering it's age/budget and overall well-done. Kind of a cross between "Day of the Triffids" and "Them!" Rating: 3/5

I think I'll have to seek out some more Vincent Price films. I may have the original "Fly" in the collection somewhere. Malcolm: If you haven't seen it, and enjoyed the "Dr. Phibes" films, I HIGHLY recommend "Theater Of Blood". He plays a Shakepearian actor that gets snubbed one time too...

Rick Spruill: Is Spoorloos the original (Dutch maybe???) title of The Vanishing? LOVED that movie! The ending seemed like one of those that was logical, but would never fly with US audiences that want "happy" endings!

OK! Here's my first movies (I got some catchin' up to do!) 1. Godzilla, King of the Monsters: It's been years since I've seen this and it held up OK. The US scenes sometimes are laughable and the narration is often more distracting than helpful. Can't wait to watch "Gojira" to compare the...

After a hectic work/travel schedule this week I can jump in this weekend! I got some information for those in the Chicago area that might be of interest during this challenge: On Oct 14th-15th the Music Box Theater (on Southport between Addison and Irving Park Road) is having a horror movie...

OK, now HERE is an HTF Challenge that's right up my alley! Netflix Queue will be re-prioritized after checking out the rest of the forum!