THE BODY SNATCHER (1945). One of my favorite Lewtons with fantastic turns by Boris Karloff and henry Danniel. Boris's scene with Bela Lugosi in his home is classic and extremely atmospheric. ****1/2

It's an undisputed classic, for sure. I love so many of Lewton's films and this one stands out even among all of his amazing works. As you say, Frye, the performances from the leads are as good as it gets, and don't forget the stellar direction from another cinema giant, Robert Wise.

Speaking of classics. Just watched The Thing (1951) for probably the 50th time.

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This was a nice change of pace. It runs like an episode of Gun Smoke or Have Gun Will Travel with some horror elements added. There is a nice original take on the vampire myth too.

One of my favorite movies. As a fan of both Horror and Westerns, I enjoyed how this movie blended both genres and stayed true to both.

::devil::

"Attack Of The 50 Foot Woman" (1958)
-Allison Hayes

Plot: IMDB
Nancy Archer is a rich socialite who is unhappily married to husband Harry who left her once but came back to her when he needed money. It hasn't stopped him from continuing his affair with Honey Parker and Nancy knows it. After a confrontation at a local bar, Nancy takes off in her car and has an encounter with a large sphere on the road. There have been rumors of UFOs in the area but no one will believe her. After a second encounter, Nancy grows to an amazing size. More than enough to get her revenge.
Phantom's Review: What can I say that hasn't already been said about this film?
It is one of the most iconic BAD movies ever made. Wonderfully cheesy FX. Over the top (no pun intended) acting and a goofy as Hell plot. Highly enjoyable fare for a Bad Movie Night.

Tales of Terror - Great little Vincent Price anthology

I Bury the Living (1958)

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Underrated horror noir from B-movie director Albert Band. Richard Boone gives a fantastic performance as the lead character who starts to question his own sanity after he discovers people die every time he puts a black pin in their grave site on the map in the cemetery office. I found it fascinating watching his decent into depression and madness. The use of lighting and score set the mood perfectly and the building tension throughout is superb. The reveal at the end was a bit predictable by today's standards but nonetheless effective and the ending is very satisfying. I'm already looking forward to rewatching this.

Nightmare Castle with Barbara Steele

TWENTY MILLION MILES TO EARTH (1958). Pretty good little monster that grows big big big with wonderful Harryhausen effects. Can't help feeling sorry for the Ymir as he certainly didn't ask to come here and suffer all the abuse he gets. ***1/2