Gruesome Twosome - The Exorcist/The Shining (DVD) > Reviews

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 style. ... Read review

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. Second, ... Read review