When a movie has a very tight budget and the director is an amateur with an outlandish vision, the formula is perfect for a killer movie and thus cult movies are created. These are usually laced with dark humor and creepy songs.
1. Manos: The Hand of Fate
This film was released in 1966 and is directed by Harold P. Warren. It is considered to be among the worst Hollywood films ever made. The plot is based on a family that decides to go on a road trip but ends up getting lost. The scenes are not at all related to each other and the soundtrack is strange, to put it mildly.
2. The Lonely Lady
Directed by Peter Sasdy, this 1993 film is about a naïve schoolgirl who wants to become a screenwriter. She meets a well-known screenwriter after winning an award for her writing and makes the mistake of going home with him. The girl marries the screenwriter’s son and wins a prestigious award at the end.
3. Mommie Dearest
This film starred Faye Dunaway and was based on Joan Crawford’s life. Even though the film did well at the box-office, it was hated by the audience and was said to be a colossal critical disaster.
4. Cool as Ice
This musical was loosely based on the plot of the popular film, Rebel Without a Cause and starred Vanilla Ice, the ridiculous rapper, in all his glory. The protagonist rides his motorcycle through the movie but manages to find time to rap as well. It was supposed to propel the singer to success but thankfully, it bombed at the box-office.
5. Boxing Helena
Nick Cavanaugh is a surgeon who kidnaps Helena, the woman he is obsessed with after she has an accident in front of his house. He amputates her injured legs but does not stop there- he removes her arms as well for no reason at all. However, the audience gets to know that it was all a dream towards the end. The film was so pointless that Jennifer Lynch won the Worst Director award for it.
6. Fatal Deviation
Fatal Deviation was released in 1998 but no theater wanted to buy it which is why it was only available on video. It is about Jimmy Bennet who is trying to rebuild his life after a brief stint at a reformatory school.
7. Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2
This sequel to Silent Night, Deadly Night was released in 1987. The killer from the original is spending time in a mental institution and tells his psychiatrist a number of stories from his past. He ends up killing her too.
8. Troll 2
Troll 2 is about an American family who take a vacation to Nilbog- which is basically ‘goblin’ but backwards. They are chased by something known as ‘vegetarian goblins’ who eat people but only after turning them into green and leafy plants.
9. Attack of 50 Foot Woman
Nancy Archer meets a massive alien who turns here into a giant. She takes advantage of her height and starts trailing her cheating husband in order to get revenge.
10. The Evil Dead
The Evil Dead is about a group of college students who make the intelligent decision of camping out in an isolated wooded area. They come cross a videotape which makes evil spirits come to life. It wasn’t well accepted when it released but over the years has become a favorite amongst those who like to get scared and laugh at the same time.
1. Manos: The Hand of FateThis film was released in 1966 and is directed by Harold P. Warren. It is considered to be among the worst Hollywood films ever made. The plot is based on a family that decides to go on a road trip but ends up getting lost. The scenes are not at all related to each other and the soundtrack is strange, to put it mildly.
2. The Lonely LadyDirected by Peter Sasdy, this 1993 film is about a naïve schoolgirl who wants to become a screenwriter. She meets a well-known screenwriter after winning an award for her writing and makes the mistake of going home with him. The girl marries the screenwriter’s son and wins a prestigious award at the end.
3. Mommie DearestThis film starred Faye Dunaway and was based on Joan Crawford’s life. Even though the film did well at the box-office, it was hated by the audience and was said to be a colossal critical disaster.
4. Cool as IceThis musical was loosely based on the plot of the popular film, Rebel Without a Cause and starred Vanilla Ice, the ridiculous rapper, in all his glory. The protagonist rides his motorcycle through the movie but manages to find time to rap as well. It was supposed to propel the singer to success but thankfully, it bombed at the box-office.
5. Boxing HelenaNick Cavanaugh is a surgeon who kidnaps Helena, the woman he is obsessed with after she has an accident in front of his house. He amputates her injured legs but does not stop there- he removes her arms as well for no reason at all. However, the audience gets to know that it was all a dream towards the end. The film was so pointless that Jennifer Lynch won the Worst Director award for it.
6. Fatal DeviationFatal Deviation was released in 1998 but no theater wanted to buy it which is why it was only available on video. It is about Jimmy Bennet who is trying to rebuild his life after a brief stint at a reformatory school.
7. Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2This sequel to Silent Night, Deadly Night was released in 1987. The killer from the original is spending time in a mental institution and tells his psychiatrist a number of stories from his past. He ends up killing her too.
8. Troll 2Troll 2 is about an American family who take a vacation to Nilbog- which is basically ‘goblin’ but backwards. They are chased by something known as ‘vegetarian goblins’ who eat people but only after turning them into green and leafy plants.
9. Attack of 50 Foot WomanNancy Archer meets a massive alien who turns here into a giant. She takes advantage of her height and starts trailing her cheating husband in order to get revenge.
10. The Evil DeadThe Evil Dead is about a group of college students who make the intelligent decision of camping out in an isolated wooded area. They come cross a videotape which makes evil spirits come to life. It wasn’t well accepted when it released but over the years has become a favorite amongst those who like to get scared and laugh at the same time.
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Top 10 Movies You Are Better off Not Watching
Posted on 26 November 2010
While there are some movies that you cannot miss, there are others that you must miss if you want to prevent death from boredom.
1. You’ve Got Mail
Any movie that stars Meg Ryan has to be slightly boring but this one definitely takes the cake. It revolves around two rival bookstore owners who start chatting on the internet without knowing each other’s identities. He finds out and falls in love with her but she hates him. Surprise surprise, she falls in love with him too in the end.
2. Legends of the Fall
Legends of the Fall talks about William Ludlow and his sons Samuel, Alfred and Tristan. It is set in the earlier part of the 20th century and the plot unfolds to reveal quite a tangled web. Samuel’s fiancée, Susanna falls in love with Tristan while Alfred falls in love with her. The bond that exists between the three brother is obviously ultimately broken.
3. AI- Artificial Intelligence
David is played by Haley Joel Osment, an advanced robot who hopes to develop real emotions in order to gain back the love of his estranged mother. His journey is quite long and will make you fall asleep.
4. Vanilla Sky
Vanilla Sky stars Tom Cruise who plays the character of David Aames. David takes everything for granted- especially his friends, lovers and family members. The movie pulls the audience into the character’s twisted psyche. This may sounds interesting but it honestly is not.
5. The English Patient
The English Patient revolves around a Hungarian mapmaker who is slowly but surely losing his memory. The story is so dull and so boring, that you will want to pull your hair out by the end of it. It also features a troubled nurse and thief of some sort.
6. The Black Dahlia
This movie is set in Los Angeles during the 1940s and follows the journey of two cops, Lee Blanchard and Bucky Bleichart who are trying to figure out the dynamics behind Elizabeth Short’s murder. Bucky finds out that his girlfriend knew Elizabeth and also realizes that the police department is laced with conspiracy and corruption. How shocking.
7. Ripley’s Game
Tom Ripley is cool and murderous and lives in a gigantic villa with his unusual girlfriend. Somebody he used to know contacts him and asks him to kill off a rival. Tom then goes on to frame an innocent farmer. If you watch this movie, you should also watch grass growing and compare the two to see which is more interesting.
8. Even Cowgirls Get the Blues
Sissy Hankshaw hitchhikes her way to New York and becomes an advertising model. The movie also features some whooping cranes and a cowgirl named Bonanza Jellybean. If this synopsis has not bored you enough, you should go watch the movie.
9. Safe
This movie revolves around Carol who starts complaining about nosebleeds, congestion and has trouble breathing almost every day. Nobody can figure out what’s wrong with her and ultimately it is revealed that she is suffering from “Environmental Illness”. No, this is not a parody- it is a mainstream movie.
10. Gerry
Gerry stars Casey Affleck and Matt Damon and talks about their journey through a desert which starts off as a hike. They soon realize that they were dumb enough to forget to carry food or water. They walk around and make the audience feel that Van Sant took it upon himself to bore them senseless.
1. You’ve Got MailAny movie that stars Meg Ryan has to be slightly boring but this one definitely takes the cake. It revolves around two rival bookstore owners who start chatting on the internet without knowing each other’s identities. He finds out and falls in love with her but she hates him. Surprise surprise, she falls in love with him too in the end.
2. Legends of the FallLegends of the Fall talks about William Ludlow and his sons Samuel, Alfred and Tristan. It is set in the earlier part of the 20th century and the plot unfolds to reveal quite a tangled web. Samuel’s fiancée, Susanna falls in love with Tristan while Alfred falls in love with her. The bond that exists between the three brother is obviously ultimately broken.
3. AI- Artificial IntelligenceDavid is played by Haley Joel Osment, an advanced robot who hopes to develop real emotions in order to gain back the love of his estranged mother. His journey is quite long and will make you fall asleep.
4. Vanilla SkyVanilla Sky stars Tom Cruise who plays the character of David Aames. David takes everything for granted- especially his friends, lovers and family members. The movie pulls the audience into the character’s twisted psyche. This may sounds interesting but it honestly is not.
5. The English PatientThe English Patient revolves around a Hungarian mapmaker who is slowly but surely losing his memory. The story is so dull and so boring, that you will want to pull your hair out by the end of it. It also features a troubled nurse and thief of some sort.
6. The Black DahliaThis movie is set in Los Angeles during the 1940s and follows the journey of two cops, Lee Blanchard and Bucky Bleichart who are trying to figure out the dynamics behind Elizabeth Short’s murder. Bucky finds out that his girlfriend knew Elizabeth and also realizes that the police department is laced with conspiracy and corruption. How shocking.
7. Ripley’s GameTom Ripley is cool and murderous and lives in a gigantic villa with his unusual girlfriend. Somebody he used to know contacts him and asks him to kill off a rival. Tom then goes on to frame an innocent farmer. If you watch this movie, you should also watch grass growing and compare the two to see which is more interesting.
8. Even Cowgirls Get the BluesSissy Hankshaw hitchhikes her way to New York and becomes an advertising model. The movie also features some whooping cranes and a cowgirl named Bonanza Jellybean. If this synopsis has not bored you enough, you should go watch the movie.
9. SafeThis movie revolves around Carol who starts complaining about nosebleeds, congestion and has trouble breathing almost every day. Nobody can figure out what’s wrong with her and ultimately it is revealed that she is suffering from “Environmental Illness”. No, this is not a parody- it is a mainstream movie.
10. GerryGerry stars Casey Affleck and Matt Damon and talks about their journey through a desert which starts off as a hike. They soon realize that they were dumb enough to forget to carry food or water. They walk around and make the audience feel that Van Sant took it upon himself to bore them senseless.
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This is a list which could cover many numbers. Comic book characters have enchanted us and thrilled us through our childhood. They have endured generations, and while we have grown older and our children have begun to read these comic strips, the cast of the comics have remained the same age and have continued their antics and escapades through decades.
Here, in no particular order, are some of the comic book characters who have been a part of the children’s lives for many years:
1. Asterix:
Asterix and his merry Gauls have been fighting the Roman invasion with the help of their magic potion and all the guile of their fellow villagers. The names are lyrical, the stories are delightful and the characters are whimsical. Obelix, a druid named Getafix, and dog named Dogmatix – what more do you need to sit back and relax and smile.
2. Mickey Mouse:
This tiny mouse has become the worldwide symbol of Walt Disney. Formulated in 1928, today he has spawned countless films and comic books and comic strips. The enchantment lies in his realistic stories and his ability to live happily in a world full of human beings.
3. Tarzan:
He may not be so popular now but for many decades he ruled the jungles of Africa and the hearts of comic book readers. Riding on elephants, swinging through the trees and have lions and monkeys as best friends, which child can resist a story like this one.
4. Phantom:
Another hero from Africa, Phantom was the precursor of masked heroes like Superman and Batman. He also lives in Africa, and has a wolf as his constant companion. But in many of his episodes he has visited the urban areas to deal with problems which have cropped up there.
5. Superman:
While we are talking about masked superheroes how can we forget the best of them all – Superman. Clark Kent – aka Superman has been the hero of successful films and comic strips. Superhuman’s strength and the ability to fly through cities marked him as a force to be reckoned with.
6. Archie:
All teenagers love him and hope that they can get girlfriends like Betty and Veronica. The cast of these books never seem to grow up, they still cause trouble for the principal at Riverdale High, they still cause sleepless nights for Veronica’s father and Jughead still spends most of his time eating.
7. Calvin and Hobbes:
Any mention of comic books will be incomplete with the beloved 6 year old Calvin and his imaginary tiger toy, Hobbes. Created by Bill Watterson, Calvin and Hobbes have enraptured imaginations of children and adults alike with their surprisingly deep insights into human behaviour and habits. Calvin looks and criticises very obvious contradictions in the way adults live and teach their children about the world. This often takes a toll on his parents which adds for more interesting humour. A must read for any comic book aficionado!
8. TinTin:
A young and fairly tiny Belgian reporter TinTin accompanied by his faithful dog Snowy , this comic book series became very popular due to their mix of fantasy and reality. Set in contemporary times, our hero shows great intelligence and agility while he tries to solve the world’s problems. From the mountains of Tibet in ‘Tintin in Tibet’ to the ruins of the Incas in South America, this is a classic series which has stood the test of time over and over again.
9. Beetle Bailey:
A bumbling army recruit, Beetle Bailey manages to do everything wrong. His irritated sergeant Sergeant Snorkel, his inept and semi-alcoholic General Halftrack all succeed in making his life quite miserable. Set in an army camp somewhere, they never seem to see combat, but spend an inordinate amount of time training.
10. Hagar the Horrible:
From a comic book series set in modern times let us move to a series set in the Stone Age. Hagar the Horrible lives in a stone home, is a Viking who goes off to fight wars in ships, and has a wife who insists that he help her in the house (somethings have not changed over centuries!).Scruffy, overweight, shaggy he is the antithesis of the modern comic superheroes. But he is still as popular as them!
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Here, in no particular order, are some of the comic book characters who have been a part of the children’s lives for many years:
1. Asterix:Asterix and his merry Gauls have been fighting the Roman invasion with the help of their magic potion and all the guile of their fellow villagers. The names are lyrical, the stories are delightful and the characters are whimsical. Obelix, a druid named Getafix, and dog named Dogmatix – what more do you need to sit back and relax and smile.
2. Mickey Mouse:This tiny mouse has become the worldwide symbol of Walt Disney. Formulated in 1928, today he has spawned countless films and comic books and comic strips. The enchantment lies in his realistic stories and his ability to live happily in a world full of human beings.
3. Tarzan:He may not be so popular now but for many decades he ruled the jungles of Africa and the hearts of comic book readers. Riding on elephants, swinging through the trees and have lions and monkeys as best friends, which child can resist a story like this one.
4. Phantom:Another hero from Africa, Phantom was the precursor of masked heroes like Superman and Batman. He also lives in Africa, and has a wolf as his constant companion. But in many of his episodes he has visited the urban areas to deal with problems which have cropped up there.
5. Superman:While we are talking about masked superheroes how can we forget the best of them all – Superman. Clark Kent – aka Superman has been the hero of successful films and comic strips. Superhuman’s strength and the ability to fly through cities marked him as a force to be reckoned with.
6. Archie:All teenagers love him and hope that they can get girlfriends like Betty and Veronica. The cast of these books never seem to grow up, they still cause trouble for the principal at Riverdale High, they still cause sleepless nights for Veronica’s father and Jughead still spends most of his time eating.
7. Calvin and Hobbes:Any mention of comic books will be incomplete with the beloved 6 year old Calvin and his imaginary tiger toy, Hobbes. Created by Bill Watterson, Calvin and Hobbes have enraptured imaginations of children and adults alike with their surprisingly deep insights into human behaviour and habits. Calvin looks and criticises very obvious contradictions in the way adults live and teach their children about the world. This often takes a toll on his parents which adds for more interesting humour. A must read for any comic book aficionado!
8. TinTin:A young and fairly tiny Belgian reporter TinTin accompanied by his faithful dog Snowy , this comic book series became very popular due to their mix of fantasy and reality. Set in contemporary times, our hero shows great intelligence and agility while he tries to solve the world’s problems. From the mountains of Tibet in ‘Tintin in Tibet’ to the ruins of the Incas in South America, this is a classic series which has stood the test of time over and over again.
9. Beetle Bailey:A bumbling army recruit, Beetle Bailey manages to do everything wrong. His irritated sergeant Sergeant Snorkel, his inept and semi-alcoholic General Halftrack all succeed in making his life quite miserable. Set in an army camp somewhere, they never seem to see combat, but spend an inordinate amount of time training.
10. Hagar the Horrible:From a comic book series set in modern times let us move to a series set in the Stone Age. Hagar the Horrible lives in a stone home, is a Viking who goes off to fight wars in ships, and has a wife who insists that he help her in the house (somethings have not changed over centuries!).Scruffy, overweight, shaggy he is the antithesis of the modern comic superheroes. But he is still as popular as them!
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