 Welcome to February's 28 Days Of Sequels! Every day throughout February one of our VIPers (Jenn, Susan Or Melanie) with occasional comments from the others will present a movie sequel complete with a trailer! The big difference with this list is they aren't all winners that we loved. Some were disappointments and some just trainwrecks. Hollywood is short on original ideas so when one hits big, they milk it for all its worth and squeeze it dry. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Day 4 - Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993) - JennSister act two is just as good as the first but this time when the sisters ask for Delores help, it’s in the form of becoming a music teacher, which doesn’t thrill her at first. I mean with a rowdy class and students that just think it’s a bird course. I mean I don’t blame her. Though finally getting through to these students by making them a choir she realizes that maybe she’s more cut out for this then she thinks, also saving the school isn’t that bad either. Melanie - I love this movie. This one, the first one, I will watch either of them if I happen to see them on. This is one of those sequels that could have gone either way but this one knocked it out the park. They are just real feel good movies, oh and watch for a very young Lauryn Hill! Outstanding talent! **THIS WILL BE A GIVEAWAY MOVIE AT THE END OF THE MONTH*** Have you seen it? What did you think? Stream It Or Skip It? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Welcome to February's 28 Days Of Sequels! Every day throughout February one of our VIPers (Jenn, Susan Or Melanie) with occasional comments from the others will present a movie sequel complete with a trailer! The big difference with this list is they aren't all winners that we loved. Some were disappointments and some just trainwrecks. Hollywood is short on original ideas so when one hits big, they milk it for all its worth and squeeze it dry. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Day 3 - Shock Treatment (1981) - MelI am pretty sure that everyone reading this will have heard of a little cult movie called The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Although when it was made I don't think anyone could have anticipated the movie and even more so the interactive performances still being a thing almost 50 years later! Which brings us to today's movie Shock Treatment. There are two groups of people (well at least among the few that have heard about it), those that think it is a little slither of genius. and those that pretend it doesn't exist. For the most part, except for when I want to drag up weird things for articles I sit in the second camp. The movie, although not an official sequel, features many of the cast, a lot of the same campy weird ideas, but none of the magic that made RHPS the wonder that it is. It follows Brad and Janet Majors, but all the other main cast play other characters, and the nail in the proverbial coffin is definitely the lack of Tim Curry. I will confess we own the DVD, but more because I feel it is something we should have, rather than because we will probably ever watch it again. Pineapple Code Word For This Article Is Shock Have you seen it? What did you think? Stream It Or Skip It? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
Welcome to February's 28 Days Of Sequels! Every day throughout February one of our VIPers (Jenn, Susan Or Melanie) with occasional comments from the others will present a movie sequel complete with a trailer!
The big difference with this list is they aren't all winners that we loved. Some were disappointments and some just trainwrecks. Hollywood is short on original ideas so when one hits big, they milk it for all its worth and squeeze it dry. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Day 2 - 2 Fast, 2 Furious - Susan
2 Fast 2 Furious is the action packed sequel in the Fast and Furious franchise that focuses on the late, great, Paul Walker's character, Brian O'Conner. It also introduces Tyrese Gibson as Roman Pearce and the dynamic between the two main characters is what makes this movie so fun, and to be honest, you don't even miss Vin Diesel's Dom Torretto, despite what the critics said.
This movie has less of the big stunts that come in later movies, but that's what makes it a great sequel, because it's all about the cars, the action, and doesn't give you a headache from rolling your eyes at the outrageous stunts that can be so stupid...
Melanie - Hmmmmm pretty sure the only one in this franchise I have watched is Hobbs and Shaw, and pretty sure I didn't know that was part of the franchise when I did lol. The over the top action stunts sound good though!
Have you seen it? What did you think?
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 Welcome to February's 28 Days Of Sequels! Every day throughout February one of our VIPers (Jenn, Susan Or Melanie) with occasional comments from the others will present a movie sequel complete with a trailer! (and the original movie for trailer comparison) The big difference with this list is they aren't all winners that we loved. Some were disappointments and some just trainwrecks. Hollywood is short on original ideas so when one hits big, they milk it for all its worth and squeeze it dry. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Blues Brothers 2000 - JennBlues brothers, I’m sure we have all heard of that movie because I mean come on it’s a cult classic, but Blues Brothers 2000 may have you going I’ve never heard of that. This movie takes place way after the originals and it starts with Elwood getting out of jail, only to learn that his partner has died. Not letting this deter him he’s determined to do everything he can to get the band back together, and that’s exactly what he does along with some new faces. Some might ask does he get in trouble with the law in this movie, of course he does it wouldn’t be a blues brothers movie without that. Melanie - I vaguely remember seeing this years ago, but I never really remember it. I don't think it will be one I will be rushing to watch again though. That being said I don't love the original either lol. Have you seen it? What did you think? Stream It Or Skip It? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Last House on the Left (2009) Dave Says -Another one that could have gone on the remake list. Revenge 101. I guess the first rule is make sure your victim is dead. If they aren’t, that leads to rule #2. don’t hide in her house. Jenn Says -I don’t usually like horrors, but this movie can get more suspenseful than horror but still is considered horror. I know-- weird, right. "The Last House on the Left" is basically -- a girl is taken with her friend and left for dead, not dead though. But leaving the scene, the killers get stuck in a storm and end up sheltering with a family, not knowing this is their victim's parents. Well, let’s just say when the daughter gets home hurt, then all hell will break loose and not in a good way. Melanie Says - If you are going to do bad things to people you really need to kill them - or suffer the consequences and that's EXACTLY what happens in this. Karma has a way of making things interesting and that's exactly what happens here. Aaron Paul is excellent in this. In my opinion it's worth watching for him alone! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? ** THIS IS A MOVIE WHEEL MOVIE - YOU WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN THIS - THE GIVEAWAY WILL BE GOING LIVE TOMORROW ** Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. The Game (1997) Dave Says -Michael Douglas, Sean Penn. This became one of the most recommended movies I'd give when I worked in a video store and everyone loved it. Now, it's a little (or a lot) against the rules here. It's more suspense than horror but I love it so much I had to give it a slight nod here. Melanie Says - This is 100% suspense but sometimes they make the best scary movies. Love this one! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Swimfan (2002) Dave Says -The school's star swimmer has a stalker. An evil, conniving one at that. Watch out, you could be doing a dead man's float. Melanie Says - Definitely in the thriller category I actually really like this one. Reminds me a bit of movies like Crush, or Jennifer's Body. Classic! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. House of Wax (2005) Dave Says -Remake of the 1953 Vincent Price film. Stranded, these people entertain themselves with a wax museum exhibit. What can go wrong? Jenn Says -I remember seeing parts of "House of Wax" and thinking "why am I watching this?". Talk about those people doing stupid stuff and you yelling at the screen "why?". This is your classic horror movie I think where the jumps and scares are definitely unlimited, it makes you think-- should I ever go into a wax museum again? Melanie Says -Chock full of famous people that you are bound to recognize this remake isn't really bad. For me though no wax figure movie will ever beat WaxWork lol Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. The Number 23 (2007) Dave Says -I'm not a big Jim Carrey fan but this is not your average Jim Carrey flick. He sees similarities between a novel he is reading and his own life as he unwraps the layers. Melanie Says - Definitely an interesting one. Not the sort of role Jim Carrey normally plays but he pulls it off. This skews more supernatural thriller than horror, and it's a very clever premise! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? ** THIS IS A MOVIE WHEEL MOVIE - AT THE END OF THE MONTH YOU WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN THIS - WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS ** Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Open Graves (2009) Dave Says -Eliza Dushku. A board game takes a life each time it is played. Yeah, so keep on playing it. Melanie Says - I haven't seen this but now I am going to look it up. I do love a bad board game where people die. Also it has Mike Vogel in it who was fab in The Brave so props for that one too. Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Cheerleader Camp (1988) Dave Says -Betsy Russell leads this cast as a serial killer shows up a summer camp for cheerleaders. Also starring Leif Garrett, the singer. HUH? I don't know why. But he's in there. Melanie Says - lol Dave - Leif was a child actor before a singer so it wasn't as surprising as you would think. Another 80's cheesy winner! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Dark Ride (2006) Dave Says -Sopranos star Jamie-Lynn Sigler headlines this story as 6 friends stop by an amusement park called Dark Ride. Yeah, that sounds like a good idea. Do you know you are in a horror movie? Well, you do now! Of course, a killer escaped a mental intuition and is hiding out there. Good luck! Melanie Says - I am always a fan of making scary rides ACTUALLY scary. Of course in the movies that always involves some deranged killer but hey it IS a horror movie after all lol. Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Ghost Story (1981) Dave Says -Fred Astaire. John Houseman. Melvyn Douglas. Douglas Fairbanks Jr. Huge names in Hollywood History! All gathered here to bring you a haunting tale. Literally. These men are being haunted by the spirit of a woman and they must uncover her story. Melanie Says - Although this is technically an 80's movie it always feels more vintage than that. A movie that definitely relies more on the story than the scares. Based on a book by the same name I recommend it. Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Zombies of Mass Destruction (2009) Dave Says -All is quiet in a quaint little town until a pesky zombie virus causes an outbreak. Don't you hate it when that happens? Melanie Says - So yesterday's was a favorite - this one is not. It definitely falls more into the role of comedy horror, just not the kind of comedy that works for me. More like "Scary Movie" comedy meets a funny version of The Purge. Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Witchboard (1986) Dave Says -There are rules to operating a Ouija board. If you ignore them or mock them, you will pay the price. A few people in this movie prove that quite well. Melanie Says - Ooooh Witchboard is one of my all time favorites! Definitely hits near the top of my list. so much so that my cosplay is actually one of the pictures I used for the convention. For newer Musers I included my original forgotten feature Friday about it that I had on YouTube and if you haven't watched it yet it is streaming free in a bunch of places so check it out! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Slumber Party Massacre (1982) Dave Says -The Driller Killer escapes. I guess the guards didn't think they should keep a closer eye on someone named The Driller Killer! So, he must stop by a slumber party and crash it! Its in the rules! Melanie Says - I think this season is becoming the 80's slasher movie season - not that I am complaining. 80's slashers are always worth the laugh and you pretty much always know what you are gonna get! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Girls Gone Dead (2012) Dave Says -Spring break from college and killer on the loose! Didn't I see this movie before? Scream queen Linnea Quigley stars, along with Jerry "the King" Lawler (huh?), and Nicko Mcbrain from Iron Maiden! (Double huh?). Funny thing about Nicko's cameo. It was originally written as something completely different but trouble with the location has them using the footage they had (him singing karaoke style) a different way and is hilarious! Could be worth the price of admission alone! Some killer humor but not for the faint at heart. Its Rated R for a reason and there is an unrated version. Consider yourself warned. Melanie Says - OMG this looks so absolutely terrible I now feel the need to find and watch this. It's like the Slaxx moviee all over again! (If you missed that one last year click HERE for the info - it was DEFINITELY my fav new to me on lmao). Yup Unrated version hunting here I come! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Hell Night (1981) Dave Says -Linda Blair. One of the movies you couldn't do today unless you throw in a "no cell phones" rule. Locked in a house, no way out, killer trapped inside with them. Easy pickings. Melanie Says - Ugh those damn cell phones ruin so many movie plots now. They would have to come up with a reason for no cell phones BUT that is also why I love 80's movies. Totally cheesy - but so much slasher fun! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Ready or Not (2019) Dave Says -Marrying into a family is a big move. Its best to know as much as you can beforehand. For instance, you should know if they have a ritual of hunting the bride at some point to try to kill her. I would think that’s a big dealbreaker for most girls. Jenn Says -"Ready or Not", now whatever could this be about with a title like that. Well, you might just have to watch and find out but what I can say is that if you think you probably shouldn’t be with someone or marrying them because maybe they seem a bit off, and so does their family, then maybe you should definitely go with your instincts and get the hell out of there. Melanie Says -This is probably one of my favorites on the list this year. It completely ignored most of the general horror movie tropes and went in a unique direction that just worked leaving it feeling like a fresh new take on the genre. Just when you think you've figured it out they switch it up. If you haven't seen it then I highly recommend it. Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it?
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. The Fog (1980/2005) Dave Says -I'll list both here. The John Carpenter classic with Jamie Lee Curtis and Vivian Leigh, and the remake with Tom Welling and Selma Blair. A fog is rolling into town. But that’s not all that the fog holds. Melanie Says - Hmmm I think I saw the original but not the remake. Not sure if I will check the remake out - I didn't love the original. Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. When a Stranger Calls (2006) Dave Says -This remake/not-a-remake centers on a babysitter getting threatened by an anonymous caller. I struggle to call this a remake since I saw the original also. This stretches out the phone call part and amplifies it each time. The original was a few calls, which is the most remembered part of it, and moved on to other things later on. This one stays in the house and other things come into play there. Melanie Says - I agree that this isn't really a remake. Other than sharing the name and a very basic premise this is pretty much a thriller in its own right. Over all not bad for a jump scare thriller - if you are someone who likes jump scare things versus the more gory horror options. Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Slaughter High (1985) Dave Says -A prank gone wrong in high school is not forgotten. Years later, those involved are invited to a special mini-reunion for payback Melanie Says - Everything you want from a cheesy 80's move right here! I think they literally manage to pile ALL the tropes in there and it's fabulous lol Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below! Pineapple word for this article is Revenge
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Tragedy Girls (2017) Dave Says -Teenage girls blog about a serial killer while killing people. Not suspicious at all. Melanie Says - Oh I love this movie. It's got sort of a Heathers vibe to it and made me laugh! Definitely for people who like their horror with a large dose of dry humor! Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. The Midnight Meat Train (2008) Dave Says -Bradley Cooper, Vinnie Jones, Brooke Shields. A photographer’s obsession has him cross paths with a dangerous serial killer. Melanie Says - I saw the name and read the description and thought for sure that I had seen this, but now watching the trailer I don't think I have. Will have to ask Greg - He'll know if we've seen it and if not it will go on the to watch list! Hey Maybe I can put my name on the wheel lol Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? ** THIS IS A MOVIE WHEEL MOVIE - AT THE END OF THE MONTH YOU WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN THIS - WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS ** Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
 Round 3 of my 31 Days of Horror. Getting a little bit harder to find some hidden gems and not repeat myself. Next year may take a little twist or a new direction. This year’s list has a few surprises too. But you'll see what they are when you check back every day. Frozen (2010) Dave Says -No, this is not the story of Elsa and Anna. Adam Green wrote this one. Three skiers are stranded on a chairlift with the temperatures dropping below freezing. Nowhere to go but down and that isn't safe either. Decisions have to be made. Melanie Says - Hmmmm this sounds a bit too close to stuff that could really happen - which is definitely not my thing. Think I will have to pass on this! (Although I did too wonder at why a Disney movie made the horror list lol) Have you seen it? What did you think? Will you be watching it? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!
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