Advantages: two classic horrors in one box Disadvantages: no extras, if you care!
The first thing I thought when I saw this compilation was; 'What an arbitrary coupling of films!'. However, on reflection, maybe it is quite apt in some ways. They are certainly both iconic horror films. They both have reputations for scaring the socks off cinema audiences at the time they were made. They both have casts that include some of the best cinema actors to be found and were both somewhat groundbreaking in their direction and cinematic ... ...possession. Having said that, they tap very different sources of horror in us, sources that have almost been tapped dry since. In the case of 'The Exorcist' it is the shock and awe of demonic evil. With 'The Shining' it is the familiar becoming the dangerous.
The Exorcist (1973)
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Directed by William Friedkin, this is the story of the demonic possession of a little girl (Linda Blair) who is the daughter of an actress (Ellen Burstyn). ...
bigush 11.02.2007
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Advantages: 2 for 1, classic proven films, Jack Nicholson, Linda Blair, Stephen King, Stanley Kubrick Disadvantages: May look cheap for buying 2 for 1.
Classic film in pairs? This product, though hardly related, allows the hardcore horror fan an opportunity at a lower priced option for a shared copy of two of the most influential films in horror history. First, the Exorcist (1973) provides the viewer a reason to keep a close eye on the children. Staring the insatiable Linda Blair, the intense imagery was a first in mass acceptance in American Motion Pictures and instilled fear in thousands of fans. ... ...new level. Based on the novel of the same title by the horror god himself Stephen King, Stanley Kubricks film answer to this impeccable tale spirals from normalcy to insanity. There is no downside to this opportunity! Both films are must see, and packaged together are certain to be double trouble. -CC ...
critic_chick 25.06.2009
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