HalloweeN Movie Review: The Fog (1980)
If you were watching our Tuesday show last night you would have heard us talking about the blog and we were given a few additional horror movies to review, so with the first recommendation John Carpenter’s atmospheric chiller, The Fog. This film has carved a niche in the horror genre, merging ghostly tales with a creeping sense of dread. We are certainly lacking a truly ghostly tale on the list so here we go!
Rankings:
Monsters/Villains: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (8.2)
The fog itself is a character in its own right, bringing with it vengeful spirits who rise from the depths of a cursed shipwreck. These ghostly pirates, with their glowing eyes and menacing demeanor, create an ominous atmosphere that haunts the coastal town of Antonio Bay.
Actors/Characters: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (7.6)
This film boasts an impressive cast, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Adrienne Barbeau, and the legendary John Houseman. Each character is well-defined, from the strong-willed radio DJ to the skeptical local sheriff. Curtis shines as a young woman drawn into the mystery. The chemistry among the characters adds depth, making their fates even more compelling.
Story: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (6.9)
The Fog tells a simple yet effective tale of revenge and supernatural retribution. Set against the backdrop of a town celebrating its centenary, the narrative unfolds gradually, building suspense as the fog rolls in. The intertwining of past and present creates a chilling atmosphere, though the pacing can feel slow at times.
Joe’s Score: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (7.3)
As we mentioned, this is the first of the recommendations from the show last night, and it did not disappoint. The Fog was a fun horror movie, sandwiched between Carpenter's two best horror films, Halloween and The Thing. Carpenter does a great job of building up the suspense and creating an aura around his films. This will definitely be a staple for Halloweens to come!
OVERALL (7.5)
Updated List:
The Exorcist (9.25)
Psycho (9.22)
Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein (9.0)
The Omen (1976) (8.45)
Salem’s Lot (8.4)
Rosemary’s Baby (8.28)
Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) (8.07)
The Wolfman (1941) (7.98)
The Fog (7.5)
Homicidal (7.12)
Halloween (1978) (6.65)
Ernest Scared Stupid (5.35)
Monster Squad (5.22)
