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Summary: One of my favorite movies
Review: I'm not exactly sure what it is about this movie that has always made it a favorite of mine, ever since I was in middle school when it first came out and seeing it was forbidden to me because it was a hard R movie with lots of violence. I remember a lot of the tough, older kids in middle school dressing up as various members of The Warriors and other gangs in the movie (all the gangs in the movie have various costumes). This really freaked my 11 year old self out.It was a big controversy at the school that all these kids had dressed up like the characters in this movie because the movie itself was controversial for its violence, which is pretty mild by today's standards. I don't think it was the level of violence that caused the controversy. Rather, I think it was that this movie does such a good job of making this whole cartoon street gang lifestyle seem so cool. After seeing the movie, it makes you feel like you want to be in a street gang, in the same way that seeing Rocky makes a kid want be a boxer, or seeing Rambo makes a kid want to run around in the jungle with a gigantic knife that has a compass in the handle. I think the adults recognized that kids thought this violent street gang movie was so cool, and it scared the cr@p out of the adults, so theaters were banning the movie. And only the most rebellious kids dressed up as a Warrior for Halloween. I'm 31 now, and I still love to watch this movie. I've seen it dozens and dozens of times over the years, and I never get sick of it. I think everyone who loves movies has at least a few movies that are like that for them. Plenty of the reviews here have already explained the premise and plot of the film, so I won't repeat them. I give The Warriors 5 stars, but certainly a person with a mind to do so could pick all kinds of holes in this thing, find flaws in the acting or the script or whatever. None of that means anything to me in this case. This movie is just a fun thrillride and my disbelief and critical eye is 100% suspended. I really hope Walter Hill or someone at Paramount is reading all these reviews, because this movie is at the top of my list for restoration and conversion to DVD.
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Summary: Was there a different opening scene???
Review: I seem to remember watching this movie when it was first broadcast on network TV and there being a different opening scene. Does anybody ever remember an opening showing the Warriors assembling at Coney Island and getting their various jobs/roles assigned to them by the gang leader? I've rented this video multiple times from multiple stores and have never seen that opening since.
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Summary: besides that this is a very good movie...
Review: it also gave me a big kick to see the later well known actors Michael Beck & James Remar in one of their first roles ! BUT, most of all ! the DEBUT of the marvellous (& later Oscar winner) MERCEDES RUEHL ! wich was not even mentioned in some versions ! (on tv) Great movie !
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Summary: Can't Think of a Suitable Superlative
Review: I've seen a lot of movies in my time, "The Warriors" is by far the best movie ever made, and that's no idle exaggeration. You know those new Nike commercials featuring "communiques" by "Mrs. Jones"? Ripped off straight from The Warriors. I'm surprised that Walter Hill doesn't sue. The so-called "Mrs. Jones" is clearly based on the radio DJ in "The Warriors" who seems to work for the Bronx's top gang, the Gramercy Park Riffs, by coordinating the efforts of all the gangs in New York (except the pathetic Orphans -- "they're not in our network") to hunt down and destroy the renegade Warriors for supposedly gunning down the gangsta messiah Cyrus. Talk about ahead of its time! Most people dismiss the Warriors offhand as a campy, old-school action movie with a shallow, unrealistic plot glamorizing gang life. But upon the fifth in-depth viewing or so, one begins to realize that nothing could be further from the truth. For instance, how many of those who've seen the movie know that it was based on a highly political novel by radical activist Sol Yurick? How many have pondered the historical significance of the name "Cyrus"? Or the fact that "The Warriors" has brief, uncredited appearances by celebrities like Tony Danza, Geddy Lee of Rush, and Todd Bridges (Willis from Different Strokes)? In fact, "The Warriors" brims with astute social commentary on the nature of class, urban decay and social change in 1970s America. No moment in cinematic history is more transcendent than the movie's final, poetic climax on a Coney Island beach after an all-night chase and ordeal. It makes one feel exhausted but passionately tranquil, as if one had just stayed up all night to make love, fight a duel, and write a brilliant master's thesis all at the same time. And what's more amazing is that Walter Hill went on to make such crappy films as "Geronimo," considering the cinematic genius of "The Warriors". Forget all that other old-school jive like "Shaft". Once you watch the first few minutes of "The Warriors" and feast your eyes upon the gang of guys that look like mimes, not to mention the gang of guys that look like Cooter and Uncle Jesse combined (but wearing roller skates) in the unforgettable opening montage-shot of all the various gangs getting on subways and converging for Cyrus' big speech, you will be hooked forever. Epilogue: I met Joe Walsh of the Eagles in 1992, and he claimed to not even remember contributing a song for "The Warriors'" soundtrack. Talk about life in the fast lane . . .
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Summary: One of the best films of the all times.
Review: A movie that has action, suspense and romance. It'll give you a backtrip to the late 70's as you'll see how The Warriors fight their way to get back home. It has so many gangs, that you'll pick 2 or 3 gangs as your favorites! For anyone who wants to know how the 70's were at that time, this is the one for to have. If you like to see a movie that deals with loyalty, courage and integrity, GO FOR IT! Because this movie, delivers. The soundtrack is a must have (If you saw or own the movie, of course) because it has all the original songs, and specially, The Theme From 'The Warriors' by Barry de Vorzon. CAN YOU DIG IT!
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Summary: the best
Review: I have watched this movie over 25 times, it never loses it's appeal, very few films let you come back to watch again and again, this is without doubt a classic, never got the acclaim it deserved, and having the female DJ charting the journey home was a master touch. Please all movie fans you NEED to watch this to see how film making should be done, my 2nd favourite film of all time behind 'one flew over the cuckoo's nest'
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Summary: Warriors Come Out To Play!
Review: This 1979 Walter Hill Film is said to be based upon a real Coney Island street gangs events. The ficticious gang the Warriors heads on the Subway to the Bronx from the most distant part of Brooklyn to meet the head of a gang named (Cyrus). Once in a Bronx Park, Gang Leader (Cyrus) preaches that if every gang in the city would unite, they could take over. During this speech Cyrus get's shot and a Warrior member is accused of the murder. Mayhem then breaks loose as Cops move in and the Warriors have to make it back to Brooklyn via Subway with all gangs hunting for them. Thus begins the urban nightmare when trains had graffitti and gangs fought with bats and switchblades. If this story is based on some real experinces the real gang from Coney Island were truly Warriors. For those unfamiliar 28 miles on the subway in the middle of the night with the cops and gangs chasing you makes the wild west seem like Disneyland. The plot is silly but the movie makes up for it with it's comic book like action and the ability to touch the fear of any urbanites. From gangs made up wearing Yankee Baseball Uniforms to Gangs on Skates the chase scenes are great. An emotional statement accompanies a suprise ending. This movie was a sleeper, partially because theatres would refuse to show it due to it's instigation of violence. As I was growing up not far from the movies origin I was put under the impression that this story depicted some true experiences. No gang related film ever came close to this urban rollercoaster ride.
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Summary: WHO ARE THE WARRIORS!
Review: From the opening night shot of the Wonder Wheel's flickering lights, viewers are drawn into the surreal world of New York City street gangs in the 1979 film; The Warriors. The distant frame of a dark, foresaken, Coney Island amusement park is ominously accentuated by a haunting keyboard fill from Barry De Vorzen's masterful soundtrack. Something is going to happen on this summer night in New York City and director Walter Hill is the tour guide. Hill hits full throttle in this gritty yet fluorescent street pagent where the past meets the future. Sadly the film caused a series of violent incidents among movie patrons which resulted in exhibitors pulling the film from theaters. Paramount Pictures backed the drastic action after Time magazine published an article based on the film's violence, which purportedly induced gangs watching the movie in Chicago and Boston to attack innocent bystanders. One death actually occured in a theater. The bizarre after-effects and short theatrical run associated with the film has contributed to its underground status. The Warriors shattered the conventionality of the street gang genre. A montage of concrete darkness, bright hues, thematic resolutions, racial solidarity, and human survival mark the film's restlessness. Crisp editing, brilliant cinamatography, and a collection of indelible characters encapsulates the film's aura. The scenes filmed in the NYC subway system seen too realistic. The sounds, sights, and anxiety that emanate from the subway system are captured and amplified brilliantly. The paradoxical notion that the NYC subway system will serve as the means for safe transport for a desperate gang on the run from the Bronx to Brooklyn is clever. Yes the Warriors could have hot wired a car and driven down the FDR drive to the Brooklyn Bridge and on to Coney Island, but this solution only occurs at the film's conclusion. The viewer is entrapped in the plight of our protagonists as they sift through the concrete labyrinth, confronting cops, rival gangs, and street women. When the Warriors finally reach their destination at dawn, the realization of their poverty is a force they cannot fight or escape. Swann exemplifies his social confinement on society's lowest rung, when he pulls Mercy's hand down while she attempts to preen herself in front of two prom couples that have boarded the subway. (Don't ask why the two prom couples are not in a limousine). Teenage social divisions were never exploited in such a manner. This scene was a powerful testament to the divergent social, economic, and racial class systems that exist in the United States. Joe Walsh's rock anthem In the City is the reflective lid that ends this unique film. The Warriors is a film that thrills, entertains, and questions society's answers to urban decay. One glarring blooper is apparent in the film. When the remaining members of the gang finally meet at the Union Square station, no reference is made to Fox. The members inquire about Ajax, but what about Fox who was thrown onto the tracks during the fight with the police officer? "BE LOOKING GOOD WARRIORS, ALL THE WAY BACK TO CONEY"
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Summary: DVD, Come out to PLAY-AY
Review: Let's face it, this movie rocks. I want a DVD version of this movie. I just hope that when it does come out, it has an excellent transfer.
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Summary: Great flick
Review: I first saw this movie about 15 years ago in high school. It was great fun then and remains so today.While certainly not one of the most intellectually challenging films ever made, it is nonetheless one of the funnest to watch. To those few reviewers who seem hung up with the comic book plot and action - that is exactly the point. I don't think this movie was ever intended to be viewed as anything but a well directed and furiously paced action/adventure film (speaking of furiously paced how many amoung us could run almost the entire length of Manhattan and still be able to stand on much less walk to Coney Island beach the next morning?). I wholeheartedly agree with all those before me who say this is one of their favorite movies it is one of mine also. If you are in the mood for a fun, if somewhat quirky action film with some quick lessons about friendship and loyalty thrown in this film is for you.
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