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Summary: Pass up this treck.....
Review: The subject matter ts tasteless, the shock value is apparent, and the ending is well...It is what it is, and it's NOTHING. Try Raiders of the Lost Ark instead.
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Summary: The Five Stars Is Really For Part One
Review: "The Omen" saga is one of the most enduring (albeit longest - running) horror movie franchises in film history, spanning over 16 years and feature Gregory Peck, Lee Remick, William Holden, Lee Grant and Sam Neill in top - notch performances.The first film is undoubtedly the best in the series, and the main sreason why I gave the set five stars. I tend to like this movie more than the grossly overrated "The Excorcist" because unlike that one this one has a more realistic storyline, plus it did not feature arguably the greatest and bloodiest beheading sequence ever filmed (just wait til you see it, it's amazing). It also features screen legends Gregory Peck (who unfortuneatley left us in June of last year) and Lee Remick in their latter - day prime, as this film undoubtedly proved that there still was a place for aging screen veterans in cinemas other than "That's Entertainment". I also remember being afraid of Jerry Goldsmith's eerie score for the film, especially the gregorian chants (one of them was nominated for an Oscar). All in all, this film is truly scary. 1978's "Damien: Omen 2" is a somewhat lesser sequel. It documents Damien going through his adolescent years. It is also odd to learn that in this film that Damien himself realizes he's the son of the devil. And while it's not as good as the first one, it does feature some truly disturbing moments (the scene with the man stuck in the elevator is eerily reminiscent of Part One's beheading sequence) and features about the same level of star power, as Lee Grant and William Holden are very good in their respective roles. "Omen 3: The Final Conflict" is when the series begins to slip. It jumps ahead about 19 or so years past the second one. Damien (the usually excellent Sam Neill) is now the U.S. Ambassador awaiting the return of Christ and the final battle between good and evil. Damien then comes up with this rediculous idea of killing babies (how sickening even for a horror movie) before he reaches his last confrontation with The Lord. Unlike the previous two, this chapter of "The Omen" has a happy ending, as ... In 1991, HBO resurrected the "Omen series with "Omen 4: The Awakening". I hated it. It tells the story of Delia, a seemingly harmless girl who lives with rich, wealthy parents who adopted her. But starnge things happen wherever she goes. And just about every single sequence in the film is an obvious copy of everything that happened in the first part, from the nanny falling out of the window to the ending sequencewhen the main character is shot (though in this one, the main character shoots herself). As you watch it, you can't help think if this made - for - tv junk is the work of Satan himself. Overall, this isn't a really bad set. It does feature the excellent first chapter and the down but not out second part. Maybe parts 3 & 4 are lesser but are needed if you want to learn the full root of Damian's evil ways (and besides, if you are interested in part 4, you have to get the boxed set, as it is not available seperately). So I do think this is an essential set, especially if you are fan of horror movies.
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Summary: I still don't want to watch any of this or any horror movies
Review: ...but my wife wanted to, so we bought the DVD set (she's gonna watch alone). I still remember watching this in the theaters when I was probably around 10 yrs old--that was about over 20 years ago. Scared me to the point I had to close my eyes and ears. My legs were literally shaking out of control for 30 seconds and I remember ALL of that. How could they us kids in to see this!! It stays with you...you know... If you enjoy watching horror, blood and guts...something must be wrong with you :^)
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Summary: A Fundamentally SOLID Movie.
Review: A movie with such a solid fundamental is very rare indeed. In the Omen series if we pay attention we realize the simple fact that when all things has gone wrong and evil seems to be winning there is always our Lord "Jesus Christ" who will help us and protect us. The satan have sent his child the "anti Christ" to destroy human kind and corrupt their souls with his lies. Many people say that this movie is about the "anti Christ" but according to me this movie is actually about "God" which means that this movie shows us that through His Son our Lord Jesus Christ God has Delivered us from our sins and He has given us another chance to repent our sins and accept the simple fact that it is from Him that we came from and to Him that we WILL go back to and no one can change that "Not Even The Devil Himself". In the Omen 3 - The Final Conflict the BEST scene from the whole movie according to me is the LAST scene of the movie after Damien have been defeated by our Lord Jesus Christ and the scene depicts Christ picking up the dead child and placing him near his mother although there were no dialogue in this scene but according to me this scene actually pictures Christ saying "Forgive Them Father As They Know Not What They Do".
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Summary: Great collection!!!!
Review: After watching the trilogy on video years ago, i was very happy to hear that it would released on DVD. And now i have watched the DVD versions of all 4 movies,i become much more happier!!! What a great collection! Nice packaging,good sound and vision quality and a lot of great extra's on part 1. From start to finish it are all chilling and thrilling movies,they don't make them anymore like this!! You can follow Damien from Birth to his death. And i think this trilogy ( i know there is a part 4, but i don't think that this part can't beat up against the first three) is one of the best trilogy ever made in the horror genre, better than the Exorcist trilogy in mine opinion. If you like great horror movies than this collection is a must!!!!! BUY IT!!!!!
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Summary: AVE SATANI!!!
Review: All I ever needed to hear were the opening chants and EVERY hair on my body stood on end. For a long time I could not watch this or any of the other two sequels as they gave me nightmares. I truly believed in the Anti-Christ's existence (I've grown up now and don't believe in such fairy tales) in this gothic horror tale. But, oh, that music!! Chills the blood!!
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Summary: CLASSIC HORROR SERIES
Review: Although, I haven't seen the Omen IV, the first three are fantastic. It follows the birth, maturation and downfall of the biblical 'anti-christ.' Gregory Peck turns in a stellar performance in the first film as a powerful senator, who gets more than he bargained for upon the birth of his first son. The second film follows Damien(the anti-christ) throughout his teen years and his discovery of his true purpose. The third film shows Damien as a fully-grown powerful political figure poised to fullfill his unearthly father's devious plans. Interestingly enough, Damien is played in the third film, by a young Sam Neil, of Jurassic Park fame. Although, the effects may seem dated now, the intrigue of the story will keep your attention throughout all three films. A must-buy for any Horror fan.
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Summary: And The Devil Shall Lead Us
Review: As is the case with most horror film series, nothing beats the first installment, but a few of the other films in the series mange to entertain. Still, others are almost laughable, and should have never been made at all. The Omen series is a perfect example of what I mean. The DVD box set collects all 4 films and breaks down this way: THE OMEN-Released in the mid 70s, at a time when the devil and and possession were all the rage in Hollywood, the original is a winner. All Robert Thorn (Gregory Peck) and his wife Kathy (Lee Remick) ever really wanted was a child. When Kathy gives birth to a stillborn child, Robert tries to shield his wife from the horrible news, and substitutes an orphaned baby as their own...that act, will have dire consequences for the couple and the world...On the child Damien's 5th birthday, his nanny commits suicide, and his parents must come to grips with their son's true satanic destiny before it's too late. Directed by future SUPERMAN helmer Richard Donner, the film works, thanks to Peck and Remick, who are wonderful in the movie The realism that they convey here makes the story of the devil in child form, seem "real" Of all the films in the box set, this disc contains the most extras. The 46 minute retrospective documentary is a gem and really made me feel as though I was a part of the production. The audio commentary track with Donner and film editor Stuart Baird is very good too. It features a lot of film secrets and lively banter between the 2 men that makes for some fun moments as well. Another featurette puts composer Jerry Goldsmith's (only) Oscar winning score for the film front and center. Yet a final featurette discusses the possibility that the movie was somehow cursed. The original theatrical trailer tops off this 5 star DVD. DAMIEN OMEN II-follows a 12 year old Damien as he learns of the true nature regarding his destiny as the antichrist. Now in the care of his rich Uncle (William Holden) and Aunt (Lee Grant), the young man is sent to a millitary school. Once Damien arrives at the school, he finds both enemies to dispose of, and allies, who are there to help him. Not a bad follow-up directed by Don Taylor, but certain aspects of the story are never fully realized--the film does have one unexpected twist that I didn't expect at the end though. Aside from the theatrical trailer, the disc has a pretty solid commentary track from series producer Harvey Bernard. 4 stars OMEN III: THE FINAL CONFLICT-now an adult and named U.S Ambassador to England by the President (Mason Adams), Damien (Sam Neill), fufills his destiny. Now he must face the second coming of Christ in a final showdown between good and evil. This somewhat hokey sequel is saved by a powerful performance from Neill. Directed by Graham Baker, the DVD features a commentary track from him and the theatrical trailer. 3 and half stars OMEN IV: THE AWAKENING-This TV movie tries to restart the series with laughable results. This time the Yorks (Faye Grant Michael Woods) adopt the reincarnation of the devil in little Delia. The film is good for very little Co-directors Jorge Montesi and Domminique Othenin-Gerard have a mess on their hands. This film is available as a part of the box set. Save for the theatrical trailers of the first three films in the series, there are no extras on the DVD, of this 1 star film. The set is recommended for fans only For others rent the first 3 films instead
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Summary: Movies from a time when stories made sense!
Review: For every Horror film buff!!! These movies are from the time that stories were scarey and didn't rely on special effects to cover poor writing skills. I was a kid when I saw the first three films and can still remember the exhialrating rush of being shocked. The last film is made for TV and it shows. I intend to buy this set just for the trilogy.
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Summary: The best horror movie, and sequels ever...
Review: Forget Omen 4 the Awakening, it dosen't even belong in the original set and story. Omen 4 is absolute made for tv fodder compared to it's predecessors, but it's still part of the set. I guess! The omen follows the rise and eventual downfall of the anti-christ, in the biblical sense. But not really a religious type movie as (THE OMEGA CODE). With graphic violence, nudity(THE FINAL CONFLICT), and some foul words about God, The Omen films are simply not for everyone. The acting in the firt two THE OMEN, and DAMIEN OMEN 2, is superb, Gregory Peck, Lee Remick, and William Holden, are perfectly cast as well as could be. The Story is totally engrossing, makeing it seem very plausable that this is really happening in the world today. Or will happen. What I really don't understand is the story line from Omen 3 The Final Conflict. The first two followed the biblical sense almost to the letter or verse for that matter, but Final Conflict dosen't, which throws the story of the first two off a bit and dosen't follow the biblical aspect as well. But the first two have earned a place in my opinion as probably the two best horror films ever created. It's hard for a horror picture then or today to compare to the harrowing score of Jerry Goldsmith, and the absolute most frightning scene ever filmed,(when Gregory Peck, and photographer David Warner discover what happened to Peck's real infant, and at the same time discover who Damien's real mother was). Never the less if you are easily frightned, it would be good advise not to watch these films alone.
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