Invasion of the Body Snatchers

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Wayne K It’s not often you hear a remake being talked about in such glowing terms as the 1978 incarnation of Invasion Of the Body Snatchers, but since its based off a pre-existing story then I guess you could say its technically not a remake, but simply another adaptation of its source material. Either way, both films are great in their own way. The original was an obvious allegory for the Red Scare and the public fear of foreign invaders. The 70s version is more about the decline of the hippie era and the rise of conformism and blind submissiveness. I like how the film puts a different spin on the 50s version instead of just reframing events to suit a new time period. There’s a palpable sense of escalating tension, and the filmmakers know when to use music to accentuate the suspense and when to leave scenes completely silent, which is often more effective. The twist is, of course, a classic, and if you know anything about the film then that’s likely the moment you know, but there’s a lot more going on, with the various characters all reacting to and dealing with the encroaching threat in their own way. The film delivers its message in a clever, subtle way rather than bashing you over the head as a modern rendition would, and its escalating atmosphere of dread makes for an experience that’s just as haunting now as it was more than 40 years ago. Donald Southerland, we miss you! Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/01/24 Full Review Cees T Attack of the Killer Tomatoes but boring and annoying instead of fun. 1/10 - Terrible. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 10/31/24 Full Review Michael V Watch out! They get you while you're sleeping! Invasion of the Body Snatchers is a 1978 American science-fiction horror film directed by Philip Kaufman 🧟 Not bad, but not my favourite either 😐 Meh, it passed the time. Just. 😐 👍🏼👎🏼 Far loo tong… The residents of San Francisco are becoming drone-like shadows of their former selves, and as the phenomenon spreads, two Department of Health workers uncover the horrifying truth. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 10/22/24 Full Review Christian K Love it when the hype is completely worth it. This was awesome from start to finish. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/09/24 Full Review Craig B This 1978 remake of the 1956 classic is an absolute classic gem of sci-fi horror. With an outstanding cast including Donald Sutherland, Leonard Nimoy, Jeff Goldblum, Brooke Adams and Veronica Cartwright, plus a nice little cameo from Kevin McCarthy who was the lead from the original 1956 version, this really is a film not to be missed by fans of SciFi / Horror / Suspense. The 46 years which have passed since its original release has by no means dampened its creepiness and the film is still an engrossing watch. I would also recommend watching the original 1956 version which is also a classic in its own right. Like its remake, time has not diminished any of its dread and foreboding atmosphere since that film's release 68 years ago. There is also a 1993 remake called 'Body Snatchers', which is also worth watching, even though it does not reach the lofty chilling heights of its classic predecessor. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/01/24 Full Review Ron T The updated special effects of the body transformations is well done, but about a third of film is ruined by too many chases. The original film made us wonder what was happening to the populace, but this version shows seeds traveling through spaced during the opening credits and takes away the mystery. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/08/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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