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@randall-thehorrorwriter

3 жыл бұрын

Just wondering if you've ever seen Brotherhood of the Wolf? It's one of my favorite everything movies, much like Total Recall has a bit of everything. Martial arts, Secret Societies, a Monster, some sort of Revolution, a bit of body horror and if that weren't enough Incestuous behavior from brother to sister. I may not do it justice but it's just an amazing movie that I never hear anyone talking about.

@mchamber366

3 жыл бұрын

@@randall-thehorrorwriter that sounds like a Great movie which streaming service is it on ? I want to look it up !

@bySterling

3 жыл бұрын

Luvs my Cyber 👻 !

@michaelj6392

3 жыл бұрын

Really wish you would time stamp these lists

@johnpatz8395

3 жыл бұрын

@@mchamber366 yeah, he peaked my interest and his me wondering if it’s available on streaming

Man, I don't care what everyone says, I loved Lucy. I believe it's a very underrated flick.

@donaldwilliams6821

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@organicphoto

2 жыл бұрын

@Donny Boshoff I agree 100%. I usually don’t like movies with overpowered characters (ex. Superman, Neo in the Matrix sequels, Rey in Star Wars) because too much power often equals low stakes, which is boring. I think Luc Besson struck a good balance by making Lucy pay a high price for her abilities, which kept me engaged and rooting for her.

@josephkatz1982

2 жыл бұрын

yeah.... i mean scientifically it's ALL so wrong, but that's exactly what you have to get over and just go with it and it's such a fun wild ride

@back2basics597

2 жыл бұрын

I loved LUCY too. I have watched it again and again I lost count.

@Bikewer

2 жыл бұрын

My only complaint is the group of people who thought it was a documentary. We get questions on Quora all the time….. What could we do if we used all of our brain?

Elizabeth Harvest is a great little hidden gem. Looks like a drama or possibly a thriller, then becomes a Sci fi flick. Love when films bend genres.

@hunterhunting8864

3 жыл бұрын

Its not availble on netflix

@hodshonf

Жыл бұрын

@@hunterhunting8864 tubi - i liked it

So glad you included Prospect on this list. I was amazed at how much I enjoyed this low budget, but very atmospheric scifi.

@spiral5650

3 жыл бұрын

Same, I really enjoyed this movie too.

@TreeShark

2 жыл бұрын

Same!!

@mchamber366

2 жыл бұрын

As of November 2021 it's on Hulu

Thank you for such a great presentation. The way you gave out plot information without spoilers was perfect. I particularly liked that you pointed out weaknesses as well as praising specific aspects of the movies. A job well done, sir.

Midnight Special is definitely up there as my favorite movie on your list. Michael Shannon , IMHO, is one of the most underrated actors of our current generation. I remember watching Superman, and only realized a few years later that he played General Zod.

@reeldeal3227

3 жыл бұрын

Dude's been killing it since Boardwalk Empire, with great performances in The Shape of Water, Nocturnal Animals, and so many others. His portrayals are becoming iconic at this point, and he always gets overlooked when it comes to the big awards.

I'm a sci-fi hound from the good old days, and I agree with your number one and number two picks. You did a nice job on this list. All good wishes. Of course I'm subscribed.

I read Anthony Burgess book of Clockwork Orange and when the movie came out it was narrated and spoken in the same way with the colors and the violence. Perfect.

@sanjayvaidya4925

2 жыл бұрын

Great influence during its global distribution.

Prospect is a true Sci-Fi fan's movie. It's not insulting the viewer by explaining all the things that don't need to be explained. And yes, it's also a Western. Two thumbs up!!

@Peanutdenver

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree...I was pleasantly surprised how good this flick was/is...highly recommended.

@NefariousKoel

3 жыл бұрын

Surprised me too. Didn't expect it to be so enjoyable. Didn't realize it had that space-western vibe until later, but that description definitely fits.

@spiral5650

3 жыл бұрын

It's my favourite out of this list.

I am so stoked to have found your channel! Darin, your pics align exactly with my love in movies. As I watch your videos, I furiously take notes on my phone to catalog your pics. Then I systematically watch with a giant grin as I no longer have to sift through a bunch of crap to find gold. Keep up the amazing work!

I was surprised how good Spectral was. It's usually underated or forgotten, good to see it farely high on the list.

The Witch must be one of the best action/sci-fi movies i have watched past few years. It freaking ROCKS!!! From the how the story line is build and progressing to special effects is top notch imo. You cant miss this title 😱

I almost forgot how much I liked "Total Recall". Keep'em coming!

Saw I-Boy a while back, really enjoyed it. Also liked Outside the Wire and Prospect. Looking forward to the others!

Thanks for this list Darren! I really REALLY enjoyed Code 8 after watching it from your suggestion. It was also cool to see it filmed in my home town of Toronto. Also cool to see some scenes filmed near the government housing complex I grew up in lol. Thanks again for your amazing content.

Great list. We love your commentary. We've watch most of them and will definitely watch the others too.

Total Recall was one of the great movie surprises - I never saw a trailer for it and was blown away. Good pick. The Skyline Trilogy are excellent.

Wow, I just watched Mirage based on this recommendation & I absolutely loved it. Lots of twists & turns, but the very end scene made it for me. Pan’s Labyrinth is one of my all time favourite films, so any foreign film this gripping is right up my street. From David in the UK, thanks!

A lot of good suggestions - thank you! I only knew "Prospect" out of this list - and loved it!

I subscribed just because of the enthusiasm you showed in this video! You made me want to sit down and watch every one of these films right now! Thank you. Looking forward to your future offerings.

“The good Korea not the bad Korea they don’t make movies” 😂😂😂 couldn’t stop laughing

@slevinchannel7589

3 жыл бұрын

Unsub to Netflix or did you not gt the Memo why and how Millions of people did so?? If you (impressively) missed all this Uproar, then inform yourself. Soon as possible.

Watched Space Sweepers last night on DVD's recommendation, really enjoyed it. Moves super fast, gotta pay close attention but it's a great story and visually incredible.

@TheBrob1983

3 жыл бұрын

Wandeeing earth is good too, and its a series but alice in borderlands is nutz.spectral

@joehaynes1725

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBrob1983 Oh yeah, saw Wandering Earth and really enjoyed that one too!

@michaelpeck5685

3 жыл бұрын

I watched it last night too- very entertaining

@Walkerbtween

3 жыл бұрын

I liked Space Sweepers, too, and also just watched last night as well. Got to say, I'm becoming fairly impressed with S. Korea's horror and sci-fi output over the last couple of years.

@TheBrob1983

3 жыл бұрын

@@Walkerbtween peninsula is amazing too

Some excellent recommendations in there that I'm looking forward to watching. I haven't watched Total Recall for MANY years. Classic!

Love your videos! I've only seen two movies on this list and one of them is thanks to you -- PROSPECT -- frickin' love that flick! Saw A Clockwork Orange ages ago. Will be working my way through this list in the next few weeks! Thanks much!!

I saw A Clockwork Orange at the theater when it first came out. That’s how old I am. Great list. Many thanks.

@nigeh5326

3 жыл бұрын

@ozymandias nullifidian I think it was an adult only movie back then so you are probably out on the age by 10 years

I have only seen two out of this amazing list... I will be watching them and will come back when I'm done!

I always value your reviews & recommendations. When discussing foreign films could you mention if they are subtitled, dubbed, or original English? Thank You

Total Recall is amazing! I saw it opening day in the theater!! The guy with messed up face in bar is Hank from Breaking Bad!

@FanFanBessie2

3 жыл бұрын

Holy crap!!! That's crazy! I never noticed - nice bit of trivia right there my man!😀👍

@slevinchannel7589

3 жыл бұрын

Unsub to Netflix or did you not gt the Memo why and how Millions of people did so?? If you (impressively) missed all this Uproar, then inform yourself. Soon as possible.

I went to c Clockwork Orange at a local drive-in w/older sisters I was almost 15 they were 10 and 11yr older. They also snuck me into same drive in to watch Night of the Living Dead. I was 10. good times. 🤣🥰🤗✌🏻❤️

@AbbeyOnAtkins

3 жыл бұрын

Drive-ins! What fun they were!

@debido2u

3 жыл бұрын

That drive-in was torn down about 20 years ago to build a Lowe’s. And a McDonald’s. A couple years ago they added an Aldi. It was the only drive-in in north co. Dine In Cineplex were/still the thing here

I saw "A Clockwork Orange" and "Total Recall" in a movie theater when they were first released. Loved "Total Recall." Bought the VCR. Hated "A Clockwork Orange." Never want to see it again.

I saw "Mirage" a couple of years ago. It's outstanding. Lots of new ones (to me) on your list, so I look forward to checking them out!

Space Sweepers! Great Flick! Thank You!

Prospect is a top notch space western with a lot of heart

@jazwilly85

3 жыл бұрын

I believe that Prospect exists in the Firefly universe. It is the space western.

@redfoe77

3 жыл бұрын

Watch the movie called, Serenity (by Joss Whedon). A really top notch, sci-fi western!

@anonymousbosch9265

3 жыл бұрын

@@redfoe77 I saw “Serenity” in the theater when it first came out. I did find it less gritty than I like in my westerns

@xavierrodrigues4958

3 жыл бұрын

@@redfoe77 Serenity is awesome!!

@xavierrodrigues4958

3 жыл бұрын

Top notch, indeed, good sir!!

I love your suggestions man. You are always spot on. The Witch was amazing

I am always anticipating your uploads. Thank you for all the candid, honest reviews. Your channel should have over a million followers. Keep up the great work my friend.

Hardcore Henry... LOVED IT!!! absolutely one of a kind. Thanks for the recommendation!

The Endless is astonishing. There is some kind of Kubrick's touch I've never seen in other movies. It's one of my favorite movies of the last decade. Moorread and Justin Wilson are the bests. It's a clever movie in every sense of the word. The connection with a another movie of their own is also brilliantly done.

Psychokinesis is a great little movie. Never would have even gave it a thought without your review. I am living the Korean movies you recommend Thanks Darren!

@Ricky_B4

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, it looks like a good movie. I thought it was weird that they blurred out the cigarette in his mouth in the trailer.

@spiral5650

3 жыл бұрын

A great Korean show on Netflix is Sweet Home, I really enjoyed it, you might as well if you haven't already seen it.

Great synopsis, Darren. Enjoyed “Outside The Wire” and will check what we have in the UK. Take care and stay safe. Always enjoy Flick Connection 😀👍

@DarrenVanDam

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

This is always my favorite list you give us, thanks!

@DarrenVanDam

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

Just watched "Elizabeth Harvest" based on this recommendation. Really enjoyable. Tone and pace reminded me of "Ex Machina"

@chrislair6832

3 жыл бұрын

So similar but also stands on it's own at the same time

Just watched Extinction. Thoroughly enjoyed this movie! Michael Pena is terrific in everything

I lowkey feel like my life revolves around flick connection videos. I woke up kind of sad and confused this morning.........I saw a new flick connection video.........my mood is boosted :). I know what I'm going to distract myself with today lol.

Wow great list. I always watch your videos and always help me out. Thanks for the hard work it take to make these for us.

Thanks Darren for another great list... I love that number one is Total Recall!🧡🎥🎬

@NICE-ICE-BEATZ.

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy

I really liked Prospect (Netflix). All these odd details that the filmmakers very intelligently decided they don't need to explain. They kept introducing new characters, new details, new challenges. Very very smart.

Totally agree with you in all of these movies. I always love your selections! Cheers man!

Thanks . Seen many but have many to watch . Shouldn't green is a classic too .

The Korea comment at 7:53 knocked me off my chair laughing!🤣🤣🤣

Midnight special is my favourite on the list. Michael Shannon is such a great actor and this film is such a hidden gem. That said The Endless is the one I've seen the most, it's such a watchable movie. Awesome lost as always.

@Walkerbtween

3 жыл бұрын

The Endless captured cosmic horror better than other high budget films ever could. One of my favorites, also.

Glad Spectral made the list! Kinda wished ARQ and IO would have gotten up there but you gave me a bunch more movies to watch.

I'm glad Spectral is still on Netflix. I saw the movie couple years ago an loved it, still hoping they have some kind of sequel to it

On EXTINCTION . If you watch the movie, you will find out why the costumes look the way they do. It has a twist that will explain why the Aliens costumes look the way they do.

@laustin2832

3 жыл бұрын

I was going to make the same response. I think the movie was clever.

@mickberick8575

3 жыл бұрын

Very good film .

Dark Skies and Spectral are my 2 favourites from the list but there were some that I missed and will have to watch. Thanks for the post!

Thank you Darren, because sometimes I don't know what to watch sometimes. Keep up the good work

Great list of scifi movies. I still think James Badge Dale. Is the best underrated actor out there right now.

Great list. Seen more of them than not. Thank you.

@DarrenVanDam

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

Just watched The Witch movie. Fantastic. The slow burn start was good character development that so many movies lack. Great recommendation

I was psyched about "Prospect" when the original short released. Thanks for reminding me.

The Witch: Subversion is so good. I just finished watching it. What a great story. I do so hope that they film another one.

Hi dvd as usual great movie picks i think my favourite movie from your list would be project power, jamie foxx is just great as the dad /lookin for his daughter.keep up the great work.

Thanks for the list ☀️

A really great list and it reminds me I really need to crawl out from under my TV series binging rock and start watching some movies again. I am a bit confused of the top spots being taken by some top notch classics while the rest seems like 2010+ flicks. Still 100% thumbs up from me.

I've seen many of these and loved them. Thanks, now I have a few more to watch! Oh, and just FYI about A Clockwork Orange, Kubrick didn't put in the end written by Anthony Burgess. The infamous Chapter 21 that really made the book. If you want to know how, you'll have to read it. The American editions of the book cut it out when published, Kubrick when asked, said he didn't have the English version and probably wouldn't have put it in his adaptation.

As usual, thank you so much for all of your hard work Darren, much appreciated

@NICE-ICE-BEATZ.

3 жыл бұрын

Nice bro

The witch Holy cow. I've already watched the 2nd half twice. Hard hitting unfiltered pure action there. Keep those reviews coming. I find so many movies through this channel.

Mr. Van Damme has hit the nail on the head with these recommendations. I have watched ALL these movies (I'm a sci-fi nut) and I myself would have put these movies exactly where he puts them (If I was to put a top20 sci-fi list myself). Hey Darren. We don't always agree but on this particular list, you have knocked it right out of the park. Keep up the good work. And again... All the very best to you and yours from Bonny Scotland.

I was lucky enough to see Hardcore Henry in the theater and it was incredible to watch on the big screen. Watch it if you can.

Loved the twist in Extinction. As for Total Recall, just bow down to the supreme "lower" budget rollercoaster sci fi movie of ALL time :)

Man this channel is so much better than turning to IMDB or rotten tomatoes to find a good movie. Love the honest unbiased picks.

Midnight Special to me is the Star Man sequel I always wanted.

I think Anon could be a borderline pick for this list. It could be considered a sci fi detective movie because of its near-future neural network set up. Everyone is hooked into a centralized network where some people can directly share other's experiences through their stored memories. Some authorities can do it without permission to aid criminal investigations. Surveillance state themes emerge.

Project Power ..... there was no mention of the young lady named Dominique Fishback who plays Robin. She is the backbone of this movie and an interesting character that is a strong and confident street wise young lady with some serious skills and talents. This movie is pretty much all about her and memorable because of her.

Man you were so spot on with many of these IMHO. so good

The Call. Korean horror with sci-fi premise. I wasn’t expecting much but it surprised me. Deserves more recognition.

@akshatasagar4635

3 жыл бұрын

I agree! the call is under rated movie.

I always enjoy your suggestions.

@DarrenVanDam

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

I love Total Recall because it has dark comedy and clear images of relatable people and the mutants are nice people worth saving.

Already watched Spectral & Outside the Wire . Liked them both

A Clockwork Orange actually got a "Best Picture" nomination in a very crowded field......as in "The Golden Age Of Film".

Hardcore Henry driving the motorcycle through the van at 25:41 is easily one of the most exciting stunts I’ve ever seen.

Sharon stone was unbelievable in 1990...absolutely amazing.

The foot chase in Hardcore Henry has to be one of the best.

The Witch!! Loved it!! Great tip!

I don't ever post comments but I really enjoyed this post and the list you have made is amazing thank you!

How about a movie called a boy and his dog with Don Johnson this movie is way underrated and needs some serious attention

@chaseyuchno9070

3 жыл бұрын

The End were thay eat he gf lol

THANK YOU- I was so bored but you gave me Elizabeth Harvest now my Favorite of all =never would of caught this movie if it wasnt for your reviews, hope others get to see it too-absolutely brilliant like horrors eye candies with a classical touch

great job man ... thank you for the recommendation to watch the witch: subversion !!! great movie and I agree with you, there should be a show about that witch or at least a part two

As an adult I still sometimes lay in bed and try to move things with my mind.

@DarrenVanDam

3 жыл бұрын

We all do

@val13c59

3 жыл бұрын

Mr.E-Ann JAPAN• have you mastered your psychokinesis gift. The trick is to get passed the static waves that form a force field around the energy in our bodies. You will find other abilities soon there after. Be extremely cautious.

@iusedtoliveinmymothergary9827

3 жыл бұрын

@@val13c59 Nah. I just thought watching Star Wars over and over would teach me.

@AbbeyOnAtkins

3 жыл бұрын

Me too. Except I’m in the kitchen trying to get something down from the top shelf

@iusedtoliveinmymothergary9827

3 жыл бұрын

@@AbbeyOnAtkins Some spices can be high.

Total Recall at #1 is the correct choice, what an escape flick!

Did like Mother. was slow to start, but very good overall. Code 8 was also pretty good, but left you wanting an end... or a sequel.

The invisible guest is the one I watched after this post.....Darn what an awesome intense story!

Loved The Endless!!! I saw Synchronic twice in theaters and it was incredible!!

@slevinchannel7589

3 жыл бұрын

Unsub to Netflix or did you not gt the Memo why and how Millions of people did so?? If you (impressively) missed all this Uproar, then inform yourself. Soon as possible.

Thanks for the suggestions. I prefer sci-fi, comedy, and time travel movies so these picks will join my ever-shrinking list of must-see films. Ever-shrinking because I watch a lot of movies due to the COVID social restrictions and the never-ending wait for an available vaccine injection to save the day that most of us must endure before we can return to the REAL world. 😆 Therefore, my cue never really has a chance to grow beyond a handful of must-see movies ( I have dozens of lesser need to see films that require me to have a certain mood like horror or dramas). Like many of you, I have watched more movies during 2020 than I did the entire previous decade. I'm retired and single so I don't socialize very often. That could be very depressing if not for having a big screen TV and a great sound system to give me a cinema-like experience with every film. I also have a spectacular music studio too that keeps me exploring my music. So, self-isolation or mandated-isolation be damned! I shall endure! That's sad or uplifting depending on how you choose to define it. Without a doubt though, Netflix, Disney Plus, and Prime Video have improved my sanity. 😎

“ The good Korea, not the bad Korea”...priceless 🤣🤣🤣

@atomiccritter6492

3 жыл бұрын

As a film buff he must know that hes wrong about North Korea not having movies...they did Bulsara (sp?) which is a Godzilla rip-off where the real life story is more interesting than the film as apparently the director was South Korean who was kidnapped

As always, great list! I have watched 17 of the twenty films you suggested and we agree pretty closely in the rankings. The only one with which I disagree is A Clockwork Orange (a Stanley Kubrick classic!). Not that it isn’t entertaining, but that it is included in a Sci Fi film ranking. Although it does show a dystopian future, to me it doesn’t feel much like a Sci Fi movie. Perhaps I have watched too many Star Wars type films and have lost perspective on what constitutes a Sci Fi film-sorry. Keep up the great work~GG

@amandagardner565

2 жыл бұрын

i saw it on the big screen at a University of Melbourne theatre around 1983/84, i would never call it a Sci-Fi either. i haven't watched it since, as it freaked me the hell out, 20 years ago i came out as transgender (after 20 years of repressing), and thinking back now i think the brainwashing part was what scared me the most, it might be time to rewatch.

Agree w your take on Extinction for sure. I think when Netflix tries to cram movies into less than 1-5-2 hours that’s what can happen.

_"I AM MOTHER"_ Was actually a surprisingly good movie. It can be a bit slow from time to time. However, as the story unfolds.... oh yeah! (Spectral was a pretty big let down - really cheezy!)

I am Mother was AMAZING, but I loved it so much because you think you hack what’s going on and find yourself changing your hypothesis several times as it does on and even several times in the final 15 minutes. I can’t think of a movie thst had me changing my hypothesis so many times.

Thanks for recommending Elizabeth Harvest. I really enjoyed it.

Apparently, the Total recall 2 weeks lady split face, was so heavy, they actually used a forklift to raise it when Arnie removes it from his face.