Fright Night
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Movie Reviews of Fright Night
Movie Review: Classic from the 80's
Summary: 5 Stars
One of the few mainstream horror films from the 80's that is still great to this day is the original Fright Night. Helmed by Tom Holland (who would go on to direct the original Child's Play), Fright Night contains all the familiar elements and conventions of the vampire film genre, but thanks to Holland's energetic direction, great cast work, and some great (mostly) makeup effects, Fright Night succeeds where most others fail, and is a fun horror classic. William Ragsdale stars as Charley, a horror loving teen who suspects his new neighbor (Chris Sarandon) is a vampire. Soon enough, Charley's suspicians prove true, and with the help of an eccentric B-horror movie actor (Roddy McDowell), he sets out to stop the powerful vamp as his family, friends, and girlfriend (Married...With Children's Amanda Bearse) are threatened. With tried but true conventions and everything else mentioned above, Fright Night may not be the best vampire movie you'll ever see, but it's certainly one of the most fun.Movie Review: His dinner is in the oven!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a classic 80's vampire movie. In this some times comical movie, we follow Charlie Brewster, a typical horror movie loving teen, and his friends with their normal teen lives. Normal, that is, until some one moves into the old house next door and decides to "fix the place up." Charlie notices some strange goings on next door, and poor Charlie, no one believes him. Not his Mom, his girlfriend Amy, or best friend, "Evil" Ed. And good luck trying to explain to the police what he sees them carrying into the cellar. And the whole time, the vampire is on his trail. This is my fav horror movie, and probably one of my favs period. I love Chris Sarandons role in this movie, he is like the ultimate vampire. He is sultry, and sensual. Every one in this movie did such a great job, I totally love this movie. I know just about every line, and never tire of it. Scary, and might have you waking from a nightmare needing some hot cocoa! But watch out, the microwave never melts the marshmallows right!Movie Review: Best Vampire Moive Of All Time!
Summary: 5 Stars
This gem of horror from 1985, featured Roddy McDowall as the great vampire killer, who is quite shaky, though ends the film with much bravery, William Ragsdale as a sex-crazed teenager and Chris Sarandon as a new neighbor with a little bite. Also showing up on the scene are Amanda Bearse as the present-day Mina and Stephen Geoffreys as Evil Ed, who is an absolute riot in the film. This vampire classic is not only for me, the best vampire film, but perhaps the best horror film. This movie is one of the great definitions of entertainment. There's some great special effects in the film including a very freaky Evil Ed-wolf and a menacing Jerry Dandridge-bat. Tom Holland, a master of horror who's also directed Child's Play, and written such creepy-pleasers as The Beast Within and Psycho II has given this film a great foggy atmosphere and vibe-full colors, and a great 2:35.1 widescreen aspect ratio that is an incredible delight. This film also stars Jonathan Stark from House II.Movie Review: Still One of the Best Vampire Comedys
Summary: 5 Stars
William Ragsdale, Roddy McDowall and Chris Sarandon starred in this hilarious film about the film star "Peter Vincent, The Great Vampire Killer" (McDowall) and his young fan Charlie (Ragsdale) and their fight to save Charlie's girlfriend from a real life vampire, Jerry Dandridge (Chris Sarandon). Peter Vincent is supposed to be the hero of countless "Hammer Film" type movies and the host of the evening television show, "Fright Night". When Charlie goes to Peter to tell him the man who has moved in next door is a vampire, Peter naturally doesn't believe him. Charlie persists and Peter finally goes to the vampire's home with Charlie and his friends to prove to Charlie that Jerry Dandridge is not a vampire. While there, Peter accidentally learns that Jerry is the real thing. Although he is terrified, Peter ultimately comes through for Charlie and saves the day. A good comedy with some great special effects . . . it's a keeper.Movie Review: 'Campy' Fright Night Fun To Watch
Summary: 5 Stars
This is simply a very entertaining horror flick with a good mixture of suspense, comedy and good special- effects. The kids - William Ragsdale, Amanda Bearse and Stephen Geoffreys - are all excellent but the two adults - Chris Sarandon and Roddy McDowell - steal the show.
Sarandon is very cool as the vampire; cocky, arrogant and smooth. He is easily the best character in the movie. McDowell does a nice job as the reluctant vampire slayer.
The special-effects are good and the film is played strictly for fun, even with the suspenseful scenes. In fact, it reminds me of the word "camp" because it's so hokey in spots. Yet the film definitely has its scary moments.
Note: I watched this 3-4 times on the tape so I am familiar with most of the film and after seeing the DVD, I swear several short scenes are missing (such as Bearse's quick shower scene).