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Wicker Man
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A notoriously troubled production notwithstanding, the controversial cult classic THE WICKER MAN is now regarded as a classic of British...
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A notoriously troubled production notwithstanding, the controversial cult classic THE WICKER MAN is now regarded as a classic of British cinema. Edward Woodward stars as Sergeant Howie, a naive young police officer sent to Summerisle, a secluded island off the coast of Scotland, to investigate the disappearance of a young girl named Rowan. When he arrives there, he finds a very tight-knit community that is mistrustful and hostile to outsiders. No one is willing to even acknowledge Rowan's disappearance. Soon, Howie begins to realize that the town might, in fact, be a strange pagan cult, one given to unbridled sexuality and possible human sacrifice. Seeking an audience with the oddly civilized Lord Summerisle (Christopher Lee), Howie hopes to get to the bottom of the mystery, but instead he finds something more shocking than he could have ever imagined. <br> <br> Written by Anthony Shaffer (SLEUTH, DEATH ON THE NILE), Robin Hardy's eerie film paints a disturbing portrait of an almost prehistoric, multi-d...
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21 Reviews from Epinions.com
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Pros: Music, atmosphere, acting, story; it's all top of the line
Cons: You really need to track down the original version to get the full effect
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One of the most tightly constructed feature films I've ever seen. This is remarkably good, genuinely haunting movie, and has my highest recommendation. Read More
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Pros: A crafty mystery contained in chilling tale of terror.
Cons: Was actually filmed in winter; they should have waited a few months.
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This is an enduring and timeless classic. If the 2006 remake did only one good thing, it was to remind us of the original. Read More
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Pros: Unique, suspenseful, thought-provoking story, great music.
Cons: None. But don't buy the theatrical version.
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A classic British horror movie. Suspenseful and thought provoking. And its a musical! Read More
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Pros: "But they're naked!" "Naturally! It's much too dangerous to jump through a fire with your clothes ON!"
Cons: Folks might think contemporary Pagans really DO this.
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Pros: Christopher Lee, haunting music, very suspenseful
Cons: muddy soundtrack, no captions
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Pacing, music and atmosphere keep the viewer on edge for the 101 minute running length. See it! Read More
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Pros: Unsurpassed photography, great soundtrack, excellent acting, surrealist movie making at it's finest.
Cons: A bit dated with time. Lacks the impact it had when first released.
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Don't miss this one. Read More
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Pros: Hammer horror genre, interesting Brit drama story
Cons: Not at all pagan due to its ending
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Hammer Horror genre - worth a look if you're into classics Read More
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Pros: plot, Britt Ekland, acting
Cons: my mates still got my copy!
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Watch the film late it will keep you in suspense, it is wicked! Read More
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Pros: Visually disturbing and convincing
Cons: Occasionally slow
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Pros: Simply the best
Cons: Avoid the short (86m) version like the plague!
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