The Amityville Horror Reviews
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Lorenzo Marcandrea loved
The Amityville Horror
molto bello anche se alcune cose le ho trovate confuse.
Mi ha ricordato tutto il tempo shining, il che
lo rende assurdo dato che è uscito precisamente un anno prima. ricoda anche the conjuring e annabel essendoci anche lei nel film
ha tutto gli elementi perfetti di un horror.
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frafri liked
The Amityville Horror
versione positiva di shining, non so chi abbia copiato chi ma sono praticamente usciti assieme e ciò lo rende pazzesco viste le numerose similitudini però spacca, spaventoso in pieno stile anni '70, top
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Julie H liked
The Amityville Horror
Started off very slow but got creepier as it went. Not super scary in comparison to today’s films but definitely eerie.
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JJ Jet-Plane liked
The Amityville Horror
enjoyed for the most part, there were a few things here or there i didn’t care for but nothing movie ruining. always a fan of Margot kidder. 7/10
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Maps is "meh" on
The Amityville Horror
Eu assisti há menos de um mês e esqueci de marcar, mas já não me lembro de nada. Pouquíssimo marcante.
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KrisLM88 loved
The Amityville Horror
Not at all what I remember watching when I was a teenager… But it was interesting and then I read a lot about it after and I don’t know anymore. Was it all a hoax?
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Aidan White liked
The Amityville Horror
6.9/10
i can see why it’s kinda cult classic ish - the action is fun and some of the horror worked but the effects weren’t great and the plot rlly lost me at the end
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NathanDirector liked
The Amityville Horror
Rating: 5.6/10
The Amityville Horror is a classic haunted house film known for its atmospheric mood and iconic score. However, it's let down by a weak, episodic script and slow pacing.
Highlights
- Atmospheric Direction: The film's slow-burn approach creates a palpable sense of dread, amplified by Lalo Schifrin's phenomenal score.
- Strong Performances: James Brolin and Margot Kidder deliver grounded performances as George and Kathy Lutz.
- Cultural Significance: The film is a fascinating time capsule of 1970s horror, with iconic imagery.
Criticisms
- Weak Script: The plot is disjointed and lacks a strong narrative throughline or satisfying climax.
- Slow Pacing: The film's deliberate pacing can feel plodding and boring, particularly for modern audiences.
- Disconnected Subplot: The subplot involving Rod Steiger's character feels disconnected and overly theatrical.
Verdict
The Amityville Horror is a classic but flawed haunted house movie that's more effective as a creepy mood piece than a compelling narrative. Its iconic score and atmosphere are notable, but its slow pace and weak script make it a chore to watch at times.
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mossy_cryptid liked
The Amityville Horror
It starts pretty slow, if you like older eerie movies you’ll love this. I did like how creepy it was, and the flies lmao. It wasn’t as scary as I had hoped, it’s more of a slow burn with tension and anticipation rising as you go. Not a favorite of mine, but still good!
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Xavier Davis liked
The Amityville Horror
A classic fun haunted house film. The original haunted house
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