Movie Anniversaries in 2026

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1996 (30th Anniversary)

I only list movies I own on physical Media

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The Masterpieces

1. Fargo: A near-perfect blend of dark comedy and crime drama; the Coen brothers' "Minnesota Nice" aesthetic remains a cinematic benchmark.

2. Scream: This film revitalized the horror genre by brilliantly deconstructing slasher tropes while still being a genuinely terrifying mystery.

3. Bound: Before The Matrix, the Wachowskis delivered this incredibly stylish, tight neo-noir that is celebrated for its tension and visual flair.

4. The Birdcage: A heartwarming and hilarious comedy that features an iconic performance by Robin Williams and sharp social commentary.

The Cultural Powerhouses

5. Independence Day: The quintessential 90s disaster epic; its practical effects and "alien invasion" spectacle set a high bar for popcorn cinema.

6. Mission: Impossible: A sophisticated spy thriller that successfully transitioned a TV classic into a high-octane film franchise led by Tom Cruise.

7. Twister: A technical marvel for its time that effectively turned a weather phenomenon into a pulse-pounding monster movie experience.

Cult Classics & Indie Breakthroughs

8. Bottle Rocket: The whimsical and low-key debut of Wes Anderson; it introduced the world to his unique visual symmetry and the Wilson brothers.

9. From Dusk Till Dawn: A wild, genre-bending ride that famously flips from a gritty crime thriller into a vampire bloodbath at the halfway mark.

10. The Craft: A quintessential 90s teen gothic film that remains a massive influence on the "witchcore" aesthetic and supernatural dramas.

11. Freeway: A gritty, foul-mouthed, and darkly comedic modern reimagining of Little Red Riding Hood featuring a standout Reese Witherspoon.

12. The Frighteners: An imaginative ghost-comedy that showcases the early, inventive visual style of director Peter Jackson before he headed to Middle-earth.

Genre Staples & Polarizing Picks

13. The Long Kiss Goodnight: A highly underrated action gem with a sharp, witty script by Shane Black.

14. Kingpin: A gross-out bowling comedy from the Farrelly brothers that has become a cult favorite for its absurdity.

15. Mars Attacks!: Tim Burton's star-studded, bizarre homage to 50s sci-fi; it is either loved for its camp or hated for its chaos.

16. Crash: A clinical and deeply unsettling exploration of technology and desire; a landmark in "body horror" philosophy.

17. Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood: A chaotic, often hilarious parody of 90s "hood" dramas that has remained a staple in urban comedy.

18. The Stendhal Syndrome: A visually striking Italian giallo from Dario Argento that explores the psychological depths of art-induced psychosis.

19. The Trigger Effect: A quiet, grounded thriller that effectively examines how quickly social order collapses during a simple blackout.

The Mixed & Niche

20. Tromeo and Juliet: A trashy, punk-rock, and ultra-violent reimagining of Shakespeare; strictly for fans of the Troma school of filmmaking.

21. Diabolique: A sleek but ultimately unnecessary remake of the French classic that struggled to capture the tension of the original.

22. Bad Moon: A decent werewolf flick that is notable for focusing the emotional core on the family's protective German Shepherd.

23. The Glimmer Man: A standard Steven Seagal actioner that leans heavily into the "buddy cop" tropes of the era with mixed results.

24. Tremors II: Aftershocks: A surprisingly fun direct-to-video sequel that manages to keep the charm of the original "graboids" alive.

25. Hellraiser: Bloodline: An ambitious but messy entry that attempts to tell the Cenobite origin story across the past, present, and future.

26. The Crow: City of Angels: A visually moody sequel that, while atmospheric, suffered from being compared to the lightning-in-a-bottle original.

The Bottom Tier

27. Bordello of Blood: A "Tales from the Crypt" spin-off that leaned too far into campy gore and struggled with a disjointed script.

28. The Island of Dr. Moreau: A famously disastrous production; the resulting film is a chaotic, baffling, and surreal experience that has become a legend of "bad" cinema.

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Feel free to list your favorite Anniversary Movies.

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1986 (40th Anniversary)

The All-Time Masterpieces

1. Aliens: One of the greatest sequels ever made, perfectly pivoting from horror to high-octane military sci-fi.

2. Blue Velvet: David Lynch's surrealist masterpiece that peeled back the skin of American suburban life to reveal the rot underneath.

3. Stand by Me: The definitive coming-of-age story that captures the bittersweet transition from childhood to adolescence with perfect sincerity.

4. The Fly: David Cronenberg's tragic and gory "reimagining" is both a top-tier monster movie and a heartbreaking metaphor for terminal illness.

5. Ferris Bueller's Day Off: The ultimate 80s teen fantasy about youthful rebellion and the importance of stopping to look around once in a while.

Modern Classics & Cult Icons

6. Manhunter: Michael Mann's stylish, neon-soaked introduction of Hannibal Lecktor (spelled differently here) remains a chilling crime thriller.

7. Big Trouble in Little China: A delightful, genre-mashing adventure that subverts the "hero" trope with Kurt Russell's bumbling Jack Burton.

8. Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer: A grim, low-budget, and deeply disturbing character study that remains one of the most realistic horror films ever made.

9. The Hitcher: A lean, mean, and terrifying road thriller powered by an incredibly menacing performance from Rutger Hauer.

10. The Name of the Rose: A dense and atmospheric medieval "whodunnit" that successfully brings Umberto Eco's complex novel to life.

11. Something Wild: A brilliant "yuppie nightmare" film that starts as a quirky romance before descending into a dangerous, dark thriller.

Genre Staples & Essential Horror

12. Betty Blue: A lush, erotically charged, and emotionally volatile French classic about obsessive love.

13. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2: A wild, neon-lit, and satirical departure from the original that is pure, unhinged fun.

14. Night of the Creeps: A perfect love letter to B-movies that combines aliens, zombies, and a legendary performance by Tom Atkins.

15. Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives: The moment the franchise embraced its own absurdity, creating the best and most self-aware entry in the series.

16. From Beyond: A neon-soaked, Lovecraftian nightmare that pushes body horror and practical effects to their absolute limits.

17. Three Amigos!: A charming and quotable comedy classic that benefits from the legendary chemistry of its three leads.

18. Critters: A fun, sci-fi horror hybrid that manages to be more than just a "Gremlins" rip-off thanks to its unique lore.

19. The Money Pit: A quintessential 80s slapstick comedy that proves why Tom Hanks is a master of physical humor.

20. April Fool's Day: A clever, subverted slasher that plays a long-game "prank" on the audience.

21. Psycho III: Anthony Perkins returns to direct this surprisingly solid and stylishly gothic sequel that honors the Hitchcock original.

22. Chopping Mall: The ultimate "mall horror" movie featuring killer security robots and peak 80s cheese.

The Mixed & The Weird

23. Dolls: A creepy, well-crafted fairy tale horror from the director of Re-Animator.

24. Demons 2: A frantic and gory Italian sequel that trades a movie theater for a high-rise apartment building.

25. Dead End Drive-In: A stylish, punk-rock Australian dystopian film that serves as a biting social satire.

26. The Wraith: A supernatural car-chase movie with a young Charlie Sheen that is the epitome of "cool" 1986 aesthetics.

27. Trick or Treat: A loud, fun heavy-metal horror movie featuring cameos by Gene Simmons and Ozzy Osbourne.

28. Vamp: A visually striking neon-nocturnal horror film that predates From Dusk Till Dawn with its vampire-strip-club premise.

29. Poltergeist II: The Other Side: While it lacks the magic of the first, it features one of horror's most terrifying villains in Reverend Kane.

30. Cobra: A peak Stallone "tough guy" movie that is incredibly silly but remains an essential artifact of 80s action excess.

31. Deadly Friend: A bizarre Wes Craven experiment that struggles with its tone but features one of the most famous "head-explosion" scenes in cinema.

32. Maximum Overdrive: Stephen King's only directorial effort is a cocaine-fueled, hilarious mess about killer trucks and soda machines.

33. Jumpin' Jack Flash: A middling spy comedy that is elevated solely by Whoopi Goldberg's charismatic performance.

The Bottom Tier (Bombs & B-Movies)

34. Troll: Best known today for its tenuous (and unintentional) connection to the internet-famous Troll 2.

35. Invaders from Mars: Tobe Hooper's remake is visually interesting but lacks the heart and tension of the original.

36. Howard the Duck: A legendary box-office disaster that is as weird and uncomfortable today as it was in 1986.

37. TerrorVision: A garish, ultra-campy horror comedy that feels like a Saturday morning cartoon on acid.

38. Solarbabies: A high-budget "Mad Max on roller-skates" flop that is fascinatingly bad.

39. Witchboard: A standard 80s supernatural thriller that helped fuel the Ouija board craze.

40. Nomads: Pierce Brosnan's film debut is an atmospheric but ultimately confusing supernatural mystery.

41. Crawlspace: Klaus Kinski is genuinely creepy in this unpleasant sleaze-fest.

42. Deadtime Stories: A low-budget horror anthology that puts a dark twist on classic fairy tales.

43. The Fantasist: A moody Irish thriller that never quite manages to build the tension it needs.

44. Quiet Cool: A forgettable action flick that tries to capitalize on the Rambo craze.

45. Hands of Steel: A low-rent Italian cyborg movie that is only for the most dedicated genre fans.

46. Breeders: A low-budget sci-fi horror that leans heavily into "B-movie" exploitation tropes.

47. Neon Maniacs: A bizarre film about monsters living under the Golden Gate Bridge that unfortunately never explains its own title.

48. My Chauffeur: A dated, "zany" comedy that hasn't aged particularly well in terms of humor.

49. Jocks: A generic 80s "slobs vs. snobs" sports comedy that is largely forgettable.

50. The Majorettes: A late-entry slasher that is more sleazy and mean-spirited than it is scary.

51. Nightmare Weekend: A confusing, low-budget tech-horror that is mostly remembered for being incomprehensible.

52. Terror at Tenkiller: A very amateurish slasher that lacks the budget or craft of its peers.

53. Low Blow: A gritty, low-budget action movie that even fans of the genre might find tedious.

54. The Pink Chiquitas: A strange, localized Canadian comedy that is an acquired taste, to say the least.

55. Choke Canyon: A standard action-thriller that failed to make much of an impact.

56. Raiders of the Living Dead: A bottom-of-the-barrel zombie movie that suffers from extreme production issues.

57. Evil Laugh: A generic, low-rent slasher that offers nothing new to an already crowded genre.

[zombie no.one]

zombie spills his guts...

(1996)
1. Fargo --- top 10 movie of all time imo. WH Macey amazing. Buscemi career best. I love everything about this movie

2. Scream --- opening scene is great, but the rest never jived with me. too 'obvious' and knowingly self aware for my liking. ho-hum...

11. Freeway --- seen it twice and enjoyed it. unusual movie with a distinctive bratty / anarchic style. worried it may not hold up if I watch it now... do I risk tainting the memory? 

23. The Glimmer Man --- hilariously obvious rip off of SE7EN. top 5 Seagal movie however, as he enters his 'what accent shall I say this line in?' phase


(1986)
4. The Fly --- totally holds up. perfect blend of scifi horror and drama.

15. Friday the 13th Part VI --- I'm just such a contrary mary, but as a massive F13 fan I don't get this one. played too much for self-aware ironic laughs for my liking. also Jason in this one moves like a regular person? this one and JASON GOES TO HELL are the only 2 I don't enjoy.

18. Critters --- good fun but the sequel is way better

22. Chopping Mall --- great fun slasher. many classic lines and scenes. Dick Miller!

26. The Wraith --- saw this aged about 11 and thought it was clearly the most badass, cool film ever made. re-watched about a year ago, and erm yeah it isn't.

30. Cobra --- this kind of holds up, as a celebration of dumb 80s action.

45. Hands of Steel --- highly entertaining cheese. bonus arm wrestling tournament included!

57. Evil Laugh --- the only evil laugh is coming from the producers laughing at anyone unfortunate enough to watch.

[Trevor]

The Glimmer Man was South African born composer Trevor Rabin's first work as film music composer.

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Seems like I own more 1976 movies than I did.

1976 (50th Anniversary)

The Cinematic Icons

1. Taxi Driver: A haunting, gritty descent into urban alienation that remains the definitive portrait of post-Vietnam psychological trauma.

2. Carrie: Brian De Palma's masterful adaptation of Stephen King's debut, featuring an iconic climax and a groundbreaking look at adolescent cruelty.

3. Assault on Precinct 13: John Carpenter's lean, mean, and incredibly stylish "urban western" that proved he was a master of tension.

4. The Omen: A high-water mark for religious horror that blends a sophisticated script with genuinely terrifying set pieces.

5. Marathon Man: A quintessential 70s paranoia thriller famous for its harrowing dental torture scene and a stellar cast.

The High-Tier Genre Gems

6. The Tenant: The final installment in Roman Polanski's "Apartment Trilogy," offering a deeply unsettling look at identity and madness.

7. Who Can Kill a Child?: A disturbing Spanish horror classic that uses bright sunshine and a holiday setting to create unbearable dread.

8. The House with Laughing Windows: One of the most atmospheric and well-plotted Italian Giallo films ever made, featuring a shocking twist ending.

9. The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane: A quiet, intense thriller anchored by a remarkably mature performance from a young Jodie Foster.

10. Logan's Run: A visual feast of 70s sci-fi aesthetic that, despite some dated effects, remains a fascinating look at utopian societal decay.

Solid Cult & Drive-In Classics

11. The Town That Dreaded Sundown: A pioneer of the "true crime" slasher subgenre that effectively uses its documentary-style narration.

12. Car Wash: An exuberant and influential ensemble comedy that perfectly captures the "day in the life" energy of 70s LA.

13. Burnt Offerings: A slow-burn haunted house story that succeeds through its oppressive atmosphere and strong performances.

14. King Kong: While it lacks the heart of the 1933 original, this remake is a massive spectacle that successfully modernized the mythos for the 70s.

15. The Witch Who Came from the Sea: A highly transgressive and surreal character study that uses horror to explore the effects of childhood abuse.

16. Squirm: A surprisingly effective "nature-gone-wild" film that features some of the best (and grossest) worm-related practical effects in history.

17. Grizzly: The most successful of the "Jaws on land" clones, offering exactly the kind of bear-attack thrills promised by the poster.

18. Futureworld: A solid, if slightly less impactful, sequel to Westworld that expands the world and the conspiracy effectively.

The Mixed & Niche Cult

19. Eaten Alive: Tobe Hooper's follow-up to Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a sweaty, neon-lit, and deeply strange swamp-horror experiment.

20. Creature from Black Lake: A surprisingly charming and well-acted Bigfoot movie that focuses more on the characters than the monster.

21. The Confessional (House of Mortal Sin): A sleazy but effective British thriller about a murderous priest that pushed the boundaries of its time.

22. Island of Death: A notoriously violent and depraved Greek exploitation film that became a legend of the "Video Nasty" era.

23. At the Earth's Core: A delightfully campy Victorian sci-fi adventure filled with rubber monsters and retro-heroism.

24. The Legend of the Wolf Woman: An Italian genre mashup that tries to combine werewolf tropes with a reincarnation drama to mixed results.

25. Satan's Slave: A quintessential "British gothic" horror film that relies on a slow-burn mystery and atmospheric occult themes.

26. Schizo: A standard but entertaining British slasher that leans heavily into the "split personality" tropes common in the 70s.

27. The Food of the Gods: A campy, giant-animal creature feature that is best enjoyed for its absurd practical effects and high 70s cheese factor.

The Bottom Tier (B-Movies & Oddities)

28. Black Samurai: A fun, low-budget martial arts flick that showcases the undeniable charisma of Jim Kelly.

29. Ilsa, Harem Keeper of the Oil Sheiks: A quintessential entry in the "Sexploitation" subgenre that is strictly for niche cult audiences.

30. The Devil's Men: Notable primarily for featuring Peter Cushing, this is a somewhat dull cult-themed horror movie.

31. Mako: The Jaws of Death: A strange film where the protagonist has a telepathic connection with sharks, making it a very odd Jaws cash-in.

32. Acapulco Gold: A standard 70s drug-smuggling thriller that never quite manages to stand out from the crowd.

33. Hot Potato: Another Jim Kelly vehicle that is significantly sillier and more campy than his previous efforts.

34. Brotherhood of Death: A gritty "Vietnam vets seek revenge" movie that is a solid example of the era's regional action filmmaking.

35. The Clown Murders: An early, forgettable thriller that is mostly notable today for an appearance by a young John Candy.

36. Deported Women of the SS Special Section: A dark and controversial example of "Nazisploitation" that is largely regarded as poor-quality shock cinema.

37. Date with a Kidnapper: An obscure crime drama that lacks the pacing or tension to compete with the heavy hitters of 1976.

38. Tomcats: A very low-budget and dated action/thriller that has largely faded into obscurity for good reason.

39. Ape: A bizarre and very cheap South Korean King Kong ripoff famous for a scene where the giant ape flips off the camera.

40. The Milpitas Monster: A charm-filled but extremely amateurish community-made monster movie that is more of a curiosity than a cinematic achievement.

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2016 (10th Anniversary)

Top Tier: Modern Classics

1. Arrival: A rare sci‑fi film that turns linguistic theory into something breathtakingly human.

2. Train to Busan: A ferocious, heart‑punching thriller that proves the zombie genre still has soul.

3. Everybody Wants Some!!: A joyous hangout film that captures the magic of fleeting youth with effortless charm.

High-Tier & Technical Achievements

4. Nocturnal Animals: A stylish, icy revenge tale that lingers long after the credits roll.

5. 10 Cloverfield Lane: A taut, pressure‑cooker thriller that thrives on uncertainty and shifting power.

6. Hacksaw Ridge: A brutal, unwavering war epic that balances faith, violence, and conviction.

7. Deadpool: A gleefully anarchic superhero satire that reshaped the genre's sense of humor.

8. Midnight Special: A tender, enigmatic sci‑fi odyssey that trusts its audience to follow the mystery.

Horror Standouts

9. Split: A gripping psychological thriller powered by James McAvoy's mesmerizing transformations.

10. Don't Breathe: A ruthless inversion of home‑invasion tropes that squeezes tension from every shadow.

11. The Autopsy of Jane Doe: A chilling, slow-burn mystery that turns a morgue into a nightmare labyrinth.

12. The Conjuring 2: A confident, emotionally grounded sequel that delivers scares with old‑school craftsmanship.

13. Ouija: Origin of Evil: A surprisingly sharp and stylish prequel that outclasses its own franchise.

14. The Monster: A bleak, character-driven creature feature that uses horror to explore generational trauma.

15. The Void: A practical‑effects fever dream that channels the best of '80s cosmic horror.

The Mixed & Polarizing

16. The Neon Demon: A hypnotic, venomous descent into beauty culture that's impossible to forget.

17. The Shallows: A sleek survival thriller that turns minimalism into momentum.

18. Lights Out: A clever, high‑concept scare machine that expands its viral origins with style.

19. Ghostbusters (2016): A lively reboot with strong comedic chemistry that struggled under impossible expectations.

20. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children: A visually whimsical fantasy weighed down by uneven storytelling.

21. Before I Wake: A dreamy, melancholy horror fable that prioritizes emotion over terror.

22. The Belko Experiment: A brutal corporate bloodbath that entertains even as it feels derivative.

Bottom Tier

23. A Cure for Wellness: A gorgeously mounted gothic mystery that collapses under its own excess.

24. The Purge: Election Year: A blunt, chaotic sequel that leans harder on spectacle than satire.

25. The Boy: A twisty but uneven chiller that never fully capitalizes on its eerie premise.

26. Blair Witch (2016): A louder, slicker sequel that loses the original's raw, unsettling simplicity.

27. Viral: A competent but forgettable outbreak thriller that adds little to the genre.

28. Gods of Egypt: A gloriously over-the-top CGI spectacle that's more entertaining as camp than fantasy.

[M.10rda]

Wow, '86 was stacked... looks like an even deeper bench of classics than '76... of course I saw most of those '86 gems sometime after '86 (I was 8-9 that year), but I saw ALIENS in the theater the first week. Grateful to have had that experience... that flick plays awesomely on a big screen in a big dark room with nice speakers.

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2006 (20th Anniversary)

1) Pan's Labyrinth – A haunting fairy tale that fuses political horror and fantasy with extraordinary artistry.
2) Children of Men – Immersive, despairing sci-fi made electrifying through craft and urgency.
3) The Prestige – A brilliantly structured duel about obsession that deepens with every rewatch.
4) The Fall – A visually transcendent ode to storytelling and imagination itself.
5) Little Miss Sunshine – Funny, humane, and quietly devastating character-driven comedy.
6) The Host – A monster movie with heart, satire, and one of the decade's most iconic creatures.
7) The Devil Wears Prada – Razor-sharp dialogue and iconic performances elevate the genre.
8) The Fountain – Bold, emotionally sincere, and divisive in its ambition and symbolism.
9) Perfume: The Story of a Murderer – Lush, disturbing, and uniquely sensory period horror.
10) Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon – A clever meta-slasher that truly understands horror tropes.

11) Taxidermia – Grotesque, surreal, and unforgettable art-horror that dares viewers to look away.
12) Slither – Slimy, hilarious body horror bursting with personality.
13) Silent Hill – Visually oppressive and unusually faithful video game adaptation.
14) Monster House – Genuinely creepy animation that respects younger audiences.
15) The Hills Have Eyes – Relentless, brutal remake done with real conviction.
16) Running Scared – Stylish, nightmarish crime thriller with unexpected bite.
17) Crank – Pure cinematic adrenaline with zero pretension.
18) Fido – A charming, heartfelt zombie satire with surprising warmth.
19) The Illusionist – Old-fashioned romantic mystery elevated by atmosphere and restraint.
20) Hatchet – A loving, gory slasher throwback made by fans for fans.

21) Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest – Bloated but spectacular, anchored by a legendary villain.
22) Undisputed II: Last Man Standing – A lean, hard-hitting sequel that far surpasses the original.
23) Night at the Museum – High-concept family fun with charm to spare.
24) Final Destination 3 – Creative death sequences keep the formula alive.
25) Saw III – Meaner and more ambitious, even when it overreaches.
26) Underworld: Evolution – Slick action and expanded mythology for series fans.
27) Snakes on a Plane – Ridiculous by design and proudly delivers.
28) Beerfest – Crude, dumb comedy that knows exactly what it is.
29) Black Sheep – Killer sheep shouldn't work, but absolutely do.
30) The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning – Grim and punishing, though lacking originality.

31) Cold Prey – A solid, tense Scandinavian slasher.
32) The Last Winter – Slow-burn eco-horror with chilling atmosphere but a divisive payoff.
33) Altered – Angry, paranoid alien horror that punches above its budget.
34) Right at Your Door – Claustrophobic and unsettling conceptually, if emotionally distant.
35) The Abandoned – Thick atmosphere undone by narrative confusion.
36) The Woods – Stylish folk horror that never fully commits.
37) All the Boys Love Mandy Lane – Moody and restrained, saved by its ending.
38) Bug – Intense performances trapped in suffocating repetition.
39) X-Men: The Last Stand – Big moments buried under rushed storytelling.
40) Superman Returns – Earnest and beautiful, but emotionally inert.

41) The Grudge 2 – Expanded mythology with diminished impact.
42) Black Christmas – Mean-spirited remake trading suspense for excess.
43) The Return – Thoughtful and moody, but too muted to engage.
44) Open Water 2: Adrift – Strong premise weakened by character decisions.
45) Turistas – Exploitative thrills with occasional tension.
46) When a Stranger Calls – Polished but hollow remake.
47) The Covenant – Pretty faces, dull supernatural drama.
48) Pulse – Lifeless remake of a far superior original.
49) The Marine – Generic action vehicle devoid of personality.
50) Poseidon – Loud disaster spectacle without emotional stakes.

51) See No Evil – Kane is intimidating; the film less so.
52) Ultraviolet – Style wildly outweighs substance.
53) Stay Alive – Video game horror that forgets to be scary.
54) The Butterfly Effect 2 – An unnecessary sequel with no identity.
55) The Black Dahlia – Lavish production undone by lifeless storytelling.
56) My Super Ex-Girlfriend – A great concept wasted on flat comedy.
57) Hollow Man 2 – Invisible, forgettable, unnecessary sequel.
58) Rest Stop – Mean-spirited shock without craft.
59) The Contract – A thriller with no tension or payoff.
60) The Breed – Killer dogs, killer boredom.

61) Abominable – Bigfoot deserved better.
62) Dark Ride – Cheap slasher with no identity.
63) Tamara – High-school revenge horror without bite.
64) Half Light – Gothic atmosphere buried in clichés.
65) Pumpkinhead: Ashes to Ashes – Drains the franchise of mythic power.
66) Mulberry St. – Interesting setting, dull execution.
67) The Marsh – Murky visuals and incoherent plotting.
68) Big Bad Wolf – Bad effects, worse tone.
69) Road House 2 – A sequel that misunderstands everything.
70) Population 436 – A promising idea that goes nowhere.

71) Salvage – Repetition kills suspense.
72) Skinwalkers – Werewolves deserve higher standards.
73) Candy Stripers – Tasteless exploitation with zero redeeming value.
74) Caved In: Prehistoric Terror – Bargain-bin creature feature misery.

[zombie no.one]

of course I saw most of those '86 gems sometime after '86 (I was 8-9 that year)

we beez the same vintage. (well, in earth years... on our respective home planets it may be a different story)

my mum had no problems with hiring out COBRA from blockbuster for my 9th birthday party for me and my friends to watch, when I asked her. I doubt she even understood what an "18" certificate movie meant back then

[LilCerberus]

(1966) 50yrs
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Batman
The Wild Angels
(Aaand, some more important stuff I've never seen.....)