The Bad Seed
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Movie Reviews of The Bad Seed
Movie Review: ultimate chiller
Summary: 5 Stars
long overdue release to DVD, the ultimate in one of the most disturbing dramas ever translated into a movie. this absolutely mesmerizing little drama/horror film dares to entertain the concept/theory of "genetic evil". a truly unhinged delve into the psyche of the complexity of the deranged human mind. Patty McCormack delivers a truly convincing and effective performance as Rhoda Penmark, a seemingly harmless loving child but in actuality, an apathetic killer.
as for the DVD,the transfer is nearly flawless. the extra feature of a special interview with Patty McCormack is very informative and interesting.
if you're a collector of classic films, this is a true must for any film connesieur's library. "The Bad Seed" is a masterpiece. accolades to all involved in the production of this film.
Movie Review: The Bad Seed
Summary: 5 Stars
LeRoy's divinely campy classic about a psychopathic child with a suspiciously sweet veneer was adapted from Maxwell Anderson's Broadway play, also starring Kelly and McCormack. When Christine discovers a long-buried secret about her own biological family just as another "accidental" death clouds their home once again, the plot takes a chilling twist. McCormack is one of the eeriest evil dolls you'll see, and Eileen Heckart, playing the mother of Rhoda's first victim, delivers an extraordinary, Oscar-nominated performance. Despite a silly tacked-on ending dictated by sponsors of the day, "The Bad Seed" remains a highly distinctive, creepy little thriller about a very badly misbehaved child. Classic dialogue between Rhoda and her dad: "What will you give me for a basket of hugs?" "A basket of kisses!" Yikes!Movie Review: Unbelieveable, Delightful Demon
Summary: 5 Stars
I have to say that this is one of the best horror movies I have ever seen! The actors played their parts well and many years later it is still a favorite.
Rhoda is a well-manored, sweet, adorable child. She loves to play with tea sets, read books, play the piano, and wear delightful little dresses instead of jeans. She lights up any room and courtsies when meeting someone and when someone leaves the room. She has impeccable manners and is very well-spoken. Who could ask for more, right? But there is something different about Rhoda. She seems impatient at times, greedy and somewhat sinister. This is a must see and I cannot wait to watch this movie after I get off work tonight! I would write more but it seems that quite a few people have not seen this so I will not give away any of the climax.
Movie Review: Twisted Daughter
Summary: 5 Stars
Patty McCormack is THE BAD SEED. This is a twisted and shocking tale. Whatever you do, do not trade a basket full of kisses for as basket full of hugs with Patty McCormack. You may just get more than you bargained for. McCormack gives a chilling and incredibly detached performance as a sweet child whose vividly demented aspirations of obtaining simple possessions of others reap horrific acts on her part.
Nancy Kelly as her mom and Eileen Heckart as the mother of one of her victims both give emotionally gripping and heart wrenching performances.
Composer Alex North brilliantly put "Au Claire de la Lune" to effective use as McCormack played this piece on the piano throughout the film raising the tune to demented proportions. It is totally nerve racking.
Movie Review: Humorous Reply to "Easy-Out Ending" comments
Summary: 5 Stars
My Mom, uncle and I absolutly love the ending! We don't see it as "moralistic" or sunday-school, or "cheesy"!! To us it is absolutly halarious!!! We love the OVER-THE-TOP, DRAMATIC ending!! In fact there are many funny moments like "...blue ones for little boys and PINK ones for little girls!", the taunting is halarious! The obvious water-from-the-hose on her shoes as Rhoda is walking out of the apartment is another example where the audience may find it delightfully fulfilling and funny. And what about the over-the-top, sticky-sweet "Have a wonderful-happy day!"? There is definatly a delicious, humorous quality throughout the movie which the ending COMPLETES. I think the subtle humor is something that may have been missed by the others who are slightly critical of the ending.