Saturday, August 22, 2009

Film: Alien (1979)

DVD: Anamorphic
Alien (The Director's Cut)

"I hate to bring this up but, uh, this a commercial ship, not a rescue ship..."
"Right."
"...and it's not in my contract to do this kind of duty. Now what about the money? If you wanna give me some money to do it, I'll be happy to, uh, t-to, you know, oblige."

Review: This was one of those R movies that I was too young to see when it came out, but a friend filled me in on the entire storyline. I still remember being fascinated by the description of the alien's acid blood melting down through the decks of the spaceship. It took me around twenty years before I actually saw it and it was as good as I imagined it would be.

"I haven't seen anything like that except, uh, molecular acid."
"It must be using it for blood."
"It's got a wonderful defense mechanism. You don't dare kill it."

"Here kitty, kitty, kitty. Miaow. Here Jonesy."

"Micro changes in air density, my ass."

4 out of 5 Stars

Monday, August 03, 2009

Film: Flash Gordon (1980)

DVD: Anamorphic
Flash Gordon (Saviour Of The Universe Edition)

"Remove the Earth woman. Prepare her for our pleasure."

Review: This retro sci-fi film of football star, Flash Gordon, saving the Earth from the evil Emperor Ming shouldn't be as entertaining as it is. Vivid colors, crazy outfits, hammy acting, & cheap-looking special effects all merge together into a delicious stew. The rock soundtrack by Queen is the spice that make it all work.

"Boy, have I got some crazy stories to tell you."
"Save them for our kids."
"Oh, I accept."
"Enough!"
"Would you leave us alone? I just got engaged."

"You tortured Aura?"
"Yes. An interesting girl. I think she found it rather enjoyable."

"Long live Flash. You've saved your Earth. Have a nice day."
"YEAH!!!"

4 out of 5 Stars