Horror/Slasher Movies in the 80's...

Ethancf
Ethancf Posts: 458
edited July 2009 in The Clubhouse
Why were there so many of them in the 80's? I find it interesting that today they don't seem as popular, but back in the day there were movies like this releasing left and right.
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited July 2009
    I think 'Nightmare on Elm st.' had something to do with it. I don't think they're as popular today, because of the internet, and 1,000's of snuff sites?
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited July 2009
    I promise to get off your lawn Obi...
    "Snuff sites"????

    Texas Chainsaw Massacre.... Tobe Hooper absolutely nailing the idea of being caught in No-Man's Land (ala' World War I). The heat, hopelesness, and the grisly utlimate outcome.

    Poltgergeist... Surely don't forget looking under the bed or into the closet.... you know, just to make sure everyhing is "safe".

    The Thing... you know that guy sitting right next to you? He might might have full-blown AIDS.
    Just joking!! He's just mutated and became everything that lurks under your bed. Sucks to be you.

    The Shining... twins sans emotion. 'Nuff said.




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