D Rahul Raj Jsd This movie from Dario is very different from his other Giallo films, it's very unique in way, with a frightening shocker at the end, which actually, all of his climaxes in films are shocking, but this one is just unimaginable and horrifying in a way that I never thought of. Also, I loved this story : a girl who has the power of the ability to communicate with insects!!! It's just awesome. Incredible, brutal, and just amazing special effects from FX Master, Sergio Stivaletti, and featuring brilliant performances by Jennifer Connelly, Daria Nicolodi, and The Late Legendary Donald Pleasence. A great mystery horror thriller that I'm truly proud of having in my collection!!!

forzaeva First off, I'm not one to write a review of any movie.I've watched a few. Enough to know what's what and who's who in the biz, but I'm no film critic. Main reason I wrote this review is to correct a misunderstanding perceived by a review of the "Creepers" cut VS "Phenomena" : *SPOILERS*The chimpanzee is NOT the killer in the "Creepers" cut. I watched the "Creepers" cut myself because I was intrigued by that reviewer's remarks. Either the reviewer remembered wrongly or watched an unknown "Creepers" alternate ending... If there would exist one. I then confirmed by IMDb's FAQ link that no such version (making Tanga/Inga the villain) exists.I enjoyed Goblin's and Simonetti's score including odd 'Iron Maiden' and 'Motorhead' song choices that a lot of the negative reviewers thought were misplaced - even though those two bands are not really my cup of tea. The overall moody autumn/fall feel coupled with a picturesque Swiss horizon sets a great atmosphere. Supporting cast was fair. Donald Pleasence's eccentric character made an important contribution. Daria Nicolodi as a seriously deranged character was fun to watch.The movie is marred by some cheap and embarrassing special effects, trashy gore and low production quality typically associated with the horror/slasher genre.There is a reason why Dario Argento had only nice things to say about Jennifer. There is a reason why Jennifer wants to forget she once starred in this.I'd otherwise rate this one around 4.5-5/10. But Jennifer Connelly's Ms. Corvino lights up the screen with her angelic presence and unusual powers.If not for Jennifer, there would be no Phenomena.

blumdeluxe "Phenomena" is an eighties Horror movie evolving around Jennifer, a girl that is sent to a private school in Switzerland and soon finds herself in the middle of a murder string, while finding out about her unusual connection to insects and thus becoming a threat to the murderer.What can I say.. this movie is ugly. I tried to eat lunch to it and trust me it wasn't a pleasure. While the first half remains rather slow and reminds of a modern time low budget movie, with heads flying off and body parts being cut, the second half really dives deep into pictures you don't want to see such as pools of dead bodies being eaten up by insects and maggots. I give the film credits for producing such an unpleasant atmosphere, especially in the second half. So why is my rating so low. Firtsly, many of the special effects are really cheaply produced and look like some splatter trash you can find all around. Secondly, and way more important, most of this movie is just utter bullshit. Almost every two minutes you arrive at a dead end where things don't add up or the plot just goes beyond every logic. With all due respect, but you can't call something a great production that makes logical mistakes a third grader would notice.So well, if you're into movies that are hard to bear and provide you with severe and shocking images, this might be a thing for you. If you're looking for a good movie in general though, keep looking.

thisseatofmars Ever wonder why eating at a fancy restaurant is so expensive? It's not because the food is superior, it's because you're paying for your surroundings. You're more eating with your eyes, if anything else. Great horror films like Dario Argento's Phenomena are a feast for the senses. From European architecture drenched in moonlight to lonely forests framed by grey skies, I'm reminded why I love the horror genre: atmosphere. There is nothing closer to the sublime than dread. The music is nothing short of "kicking." It's Gothic, haunting, and, at times, ultra metal. Motorhead, Iron Maiden, and Goblin all contribute, as well as Italian opera singers. Classy!Jennifer Connely makes for a fantastic heroine: innocent, yet strong. Donald Pleasance, who I love, stands in as her mentor and friend, and the two have real chemistry together. They make a great team, and I'd love to see stories featuring the two of them together again, solving other mysteries and crimes. The dynamic would be a fantastic graphic novel series: two humans, a chimp, and the insect world whispering guidance to our young heroine. Highly recommended, and Happy Halloween.