The Omen [Region 2]
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In Theaters : 25 June, 1976 |
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The Omen [Region 2] description
After The Exorcist sparked a lengthy trend of supernatural thrillers, this 1976 horror film scored a hit with critics and audiences for mixing gothic horror and mystery into its plot about a young boy suspected of being the personification of the anti-Christ. (No doubt it's a favorite of shock-rocker Marilyn Manson.) Directed by Richard Donner (best known for his Superman and Lethal Weapon films), The Omen gained a lot of credibility from the casting of Gregory Peck and Lee Remick as a distinguished American couple living in England, whose young son Damien bears "the mark of the beast." Mysterious deaths and unexplained incidents draw the attention of a photographer (David Warner), whose investigation leads to the young boy--and also to the photographer's shocking decapitation (in a scene that has since been inducted into the horror hall of fame). At a time when graphic gore had yet to dominate the horror genre, this film used its violence discreetly and to great effect, and the mood of dread and potential death is masterfully maintained. It's all a bit hokey, with a lot of biblical portent and sensational fury, but few would deny it's highly entertaining. Jerry Goldsmith's Oscar-winning score works wonders to enhance the movie's creepy atmosphere. --Jeff Shannon |
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The Omen [Region 2] Customer Reviews
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Still great even today
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When it comes down to my horror movies. The slasher usually reigns supreme with the supernatural not too far behind. The Omen ranks at the top with the first Exorcist. What I love about the Omen mostly is the accurate references to the bible. For some reason that always gives me chills. In fact, the Omen is the only one that effects me in that way today.
This classic was blessed by some of the best acting. Everyone was believeable in thier roles. Young Damien(Harvey Stephens) did a terrific job portraying the hellbringer with an innocent face. Plus Gregory Peck and Lee Remick delivered some outstanding performances as well.
The overall atmosphere of this film set the tone for some of the most memorable scenes in horror to me. It was almost as if I can feel the evil in some of the most tense scenes. The priest running to the church is the best example for me. The death scenes even though not very gory. Still have a heavy impact and at that time especially were something really sick.
I can go on and on about what makes this an excellent horror movie. Of course nothing I'm saying is new. But I just want to give my take on where I see this movie. If anybody speaks about great horror movies. The ORIGINAL Omen should always be mentioned. Now the sequels, well that's another story. A horror fans collection is far from complete if they don't have this. |
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