The October Challenge Discussion Thread: 2017

[DancesWithWerewolves]

"You're so Cool Brewster: The Story Of Frightnight" is the name of the doc. Released in 2016.

Yep, a Simon Bamford does one great Roddy impersonation. Never heard of him, but well fucking done.

[Jigsaw]

Watching this Fright Night documentary on Amazon/Shudder. I know it probably doesn't count for the challenge (as I don't remember documentaries counting) but I wanna watch it anyway. Could warm up right into Fright Night (1985) right after

If the documentary is about horror as a whole, or a specific horror film, they've counted in the past.

I remember The Rise and Fall of Slasher Films counting, as well as His Name was Jason.

[DancesWithWerewolves]

Just starting Honeyspider...I have grave doubts about this one...keeping my fingers crossed.

I don't recall many decent spider films, lol.

[zombie]

Watching this Fright Night documentary on Amazon/Shudder. I know it probably doesn't count for the challenge (as I don't remember documentaries counting) but I wanna watch it anyway. Could warm up right into Fright Night (1985) right after

pretty sure that never sleep again counted for past challenges. but i don't know about other docs.

[DancesWithWerewolves]

Watching this Fright Night documentary on Amazon/Shudder. I know it probably doesn't count for the challenge (as I don't remember documentaries counting) but I wanna watch it anyway. Could warm up right into Fright Night (1985) right after

If the documentary is about horror as a whole, or a specific horror film, they've counted in the past.

I remember The Rise and Fall of Slasher Films counting, as well as His Name was Jason.

Oh really?

*scratches beard*

I'll wait for full consensus before counting it, but that's good to know.

It is 2 hours and 20 minutes, so it well passes the minimum 60 minute requirement.

[DancesWithWerewolves]

Judging by the opening credit graphics, it may talk about Fright Night 2 as well.

[Jigsaw]

It just struck me - this movie reminds me also of Excision (2012), which is a movie I think you, zombie, might like if you've not seen it already.

[DancesWithWerewolves]

I'm surprised at how well William Ragsdale and Amanda Bearse aged. Stephen Geoffries on the other hand, lol

[flyingspider]

The one "plus" for Honeyspider..is it is only 75 minutes long. So far, that is it's only redeeming quality.

[Jigsaw]

Sorry, zombie - May, despite the decent final 25 minutes or so, didn't do much for me.

That said, I am happy I finally saw it and gave it a shot.

I did have occasional good music, though - "When He Calls Me Kitten" is going on my iTunes later.

[Jigsaw]

Looks like Ragin Cajun Redneck Gators (2013) is on the menu for tomorrow. Sounds a solid time.

[zombie]

It just struck me - this movie reminds me also of Excision (2012), which is a movie I think you, zombie, might like if you've not seen it already.

yeah, i've seen excision. while the lead character is a little bit may-ish. it reminds me more of american mary.

sorry, you didn't care for the movie.

[flyingspider]

Honeyspider, what can I say...other than I am glad I don't have to watch that one again anytime soon. You have been warned.

[DancesWithWerewolves]

They didn't talk much about part 2. Oh well. Pretty damn good doc.

[DancesWithWerewolves]

Oh, it was funded by Kickstarter. Nice.

[Foo]

Watching this Fright Night documentary on Amazon/Shudder. I know it probably doesn't count for the challenge (as I don't remember documentaries counting) but I wanna watch it anyway. Could warm up right into Fright Night (1985) right after

If the documentary is about horror as a whole, or a specific horror film, they've counted in the past.

I remember The Rise and Fall of Slasher Films counting, as well as His Name was Jason.

I think they should count. Some even include original cinematic elements.

What about something like Faces of Death?

[Reign in Blood]

Watching this Fright Night documentary on Amazon/Shudder. I know it probably doesn't count for the challenge (as I don't remember documentaries counting) but I wanna watch it anyway. Could warm up right into Fright Night (1985) right after

If the documentary is about horror as a whole, or a specific horror film, they've counted in the past.

I remember The Rise and Fall of Slasher Films counting, as well as His Name was Jason.

Oh really?

*scratches beard*

I'll wait for full consensus before counting it, but that's good to know.

It is 2 hours and 20 minutes, so it well passes the minimum 60 minute requirement.

Count it. Genuine horror docs are in the vein of the challenge.

[Reign in Blood]

Watching this Fright Night documentary on Amazon/Shudder. I know it probably doesn't count for the challenge (as I don't remember documentaries counting) but I wanna watch it anyway. Could warm up right into Fright Night (1985) right after

If the documentary is about horror as a whole, or a specific horror film, they've counted in the past.

I remember The Rise and Fall of Slasher Films counting, as well as His Name was Jason.

I think they should count. Some even include original cinematic elements.

What about something like Faces of Death?

Count it.

[Jason]

And a foul.

[Reign in Blood]

Look, while it's namely a horror MOVIE challenge, the spirit is about getting out and exploring and loving horror. I've let Tales from the Crypt slide as long as combined are over an hour. Jason etc. can do that with Tales from the Darkside etc. As long as the love and spirit are there, no worries.