Friday The 13th (1980)
Friday the 13th uncut on dvd. I'm not thrilled about the way this movie opens up but it does the job with setting the tone and grabs you from the beginning. The use of first person camera shots was probably a first of it's time and creates a sense of perspective from the unknown killer. I love the wide shots where you can get a view of entire rooms or settings. There's some hot make out scenes and the ladies (or gents...whatever) even get a glimpse of Kevin Bacon's butt! And then this happens.
For it's time this movie had some unique kill scenes that are still entertaining to this day, and the way they portray teen delinquency is classic and spot on for the 80's. The uncut ending lacks the punch that the original ending does and I prefer the cut version of this movie. Even still this is an undisputed classic that is essential viewing for seasoned horror fans and novices alike.
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Friday The 13th (2009)
This is a first response the the "remake" on the 'Killer Cut' DVD rented from Netflix. At the very beginning it's giving away the original's ending but to it's credit it's already way scarier than the original. This movie is not a scene for scene remake and it would be a stretch to even call it a re-imagining. To me, this is a bona fide sequel that borrows select scenes from previous movies and has been unjustly called a 're-start'. Even though I said it was scarier it did start to lull a bit to where it felt like run of the mill garbage and then the sleeping bag scene happened and completely changed my mind again. And then the cabin scene happened! And all of this before the opening credits!! And you don't want to miss this!
The acting is pretty good for a movie where all the characters are 25 years old and a perfect 10, which kinda gets old with these movies to the point where it's almost standard. But it has some very good elements that balance out the average stuff. Like a healthy amount of nudity and some hot promiscuity! This movie is very dark and shadowy and best watched in a dark room so you can see everything. Even though I had some criticisms this is a damn good Jason movie with lots of interesting scenes and traps. Characters are true to the genre and the kills are exciting and fun and the new take on the music at the end credits is haunting and awesome!
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So which one should you be watching? If your new to the Friday the 13th franchise watch the original 1980 movie. You won't have an appreciation for the new movie if you don't. If your a fan but have been reluctant to watch the "remake" like I was don't worry and just watch it. Just remember it is not a remake or a retelling or even a re-start really. It's only a sequel.
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