Watch horror Movies for free with Amazon Prime

Girly

Girly Movie
1970
0
Director: 
Freddie Francis

SYNOPSIS: 

A wealthy, fatherless British clan kidnaps bums and hippies and forces them to participate in an elaborate role-playing game in which they are the perfect family; those who refuse or attempt escape are ritualistically murdered.

REVIEW: 

Girly is a bloodless, fully dressed, sober good time (yes it is possible) A group of adults play house like children, taking the roles of the mother, the nanny, the younger brother, and the kid sister. Sonny and Girly, the twenty something children of the family, are sent out into the world by Mumsy and Nanny to find playmate friends to bring back home. This involves going out to public parks to find homeless and/or drunk grown men and inviting them home for dinner and play time. Once the men arrive at the home they are forced to play along with the family’s games and rules. They are treated as a new child in the house. Those that break the rules get cut…… in pieces. (Insert evil laugh)

What makes this movie worth a watch is the character Girly (Vanessa Howard) who is a beautiful vixen that you can’t keep your eyes off of whenever she hits the screen. Her character is that of a little girl trapped in a grown woman’s body. Which will make any guy a creep, as was I guilty as charged. I don’t know why that’s a turn on but it is and it is a pleasure lusting over her character throughout the film. It should also be noted that there is no way in hell Rob Zombie was not influenced by this character when writing the role of Baby in House of a 1000 Corpses and The Devils Rejects. It’s always nice to watch a little unknown movie and spot something that you know has given influence to more recent and successful films.

Sonny is either gay or asexual, the verdict isn’t in yet after 40 years of scholarly debate. A typical bratty older brother that likes to tease his make believe sister whom he appears to have no romantic interest in. The movie focuses more on the adventures of Sonny and Girly than Mumsy or Nanny, who kind of just hold the fort down and make the rules. Their roles become more concrete once the New Friend becomes a fixture at the home, but still none of the characters are as developed as Girly. If you don’t find Girly’s little girl act sexy, skip the flick.

So the family lacks a father figure until the New Friend comes along. Picked up drunk at a party along with his girlfriend by Sonny and Girly, he becomes single after his better half gets pushed off the side of a slide in a playground. He is shocked and appalled by the death of his girlfriend and allows the playmates to take him to their home in his moments of confusion. The New Friend learns the house rules and plays along to secure his survival. This outsider proceeds to sleep around and cause havoc and betrayal amongst family members. He is for all intents and purposes, what all men strive to be.

The concept behind the movie is inventive and I feel like more could have been done. I keep in mind some limits derive from this story originating as a stage play. In a way I’m curious how this clan got together in the first place and what motivates them to play the roles they play, at the same time I realize that having no explanation makes it weirder and wackier. Maybe their saying something about the role we give family members in society based off age and gender but I hope not, the film is fun just for its zany flavor. As much as I like to preach against remakes, especially in the horror genre, this is a film that really deserves an update. Still, it does move at an entertaining pace and although definitively 1960’s in style, I think it has aged gracefully. If you’re looking for a movie that’s offbeat but not freaky enough to gross out your own old nanny, I’d suggest giving this a looking into.

OTHER MOVIES REVIEWS

The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane

1976

The film is a psychological thriller that explores themes of isolation, loneliness, and the fragility of childhood. Jodie Foster's performance is exceptional, and her chemistry with Martin Sheen is palpable. The film received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its tense atmosphere and original storyline. The film was shot in just 20 days, and Jodie Foster was only 13 years old when she played the role of Rynn.

From Beyond the Grave

1973

From Beyond the Grave - The Film That Will Make You Rethink Shopping at Thrift Stores Have you ever thought about buying a vintage item and worrying that it might be cursed? No? Well, after watching From Beyond the Grave, you might start thinking twice before haggling with an antique dealer who looks as sinister as Peter Cushing. This little gem of British horror takes us through an anthology of tales that feel like episodes of The Twilight Zone, but with that unmistakable ‘70s touch—questionable fashion choices, homemade special effects, and actors delivering... Read More

Night Watch

1973

"Night Watch" is a film that skillfully plays with the sense of paranoia and suspense, immersing the viewer in a gothic and claustrophobic atmosphere. Elizabeth Taylor offers an intense performance, making the protagonist's growing state of anxiety and confusion believable. The director makes the most of the psychological tension, maintaining the ambiguity between hallucination and reality until the final twist. The aesthetic of the film recalls classic gothic thrillers with dark houses, torrential rains and a constant sense of impending menace. Although it can be slow... Read More

The Omen

1976

The film builds to a crescendo of anxiety and fear without the need for excessive jump scares, thanks to a refined direction and a soundtrack (composed by Jerry Goldsmith) that has become iconic. Gregory Peck and Lee Remick offer convincing performances that give credibility to the story. Little Damien (Harvey Stephens) is perfectly disturbing. Some sequences, such as the death of the priest and that of the nanny, are still among the scariest in the history of cinema. The Omen is a psychological horror that plays on religious fears and the inevitability of fate.... Read More

Founders Day

2023

Blood, Masks, and… Democracy?! If you thought politics was already scary enough, Founders Day takes electoral terror to a whole new level. This slasher with a patriotic twist blends elections, mystery, and a masked serial killer sporting a judge’s wig, ready to enforce his own laws… with a bloody gavel! The tone is a mix between Scream and a presidential debate… except here, if you answer wrong, you don’t just lose votes—you lose your head! The performances are surprisingly solid for an indie horror film, with believable young leads and an antagonist who knows how... Read More