You, the horror fan

[Macready]

I think 2012 has been a pretty good year for horror. IMO the best horror movie in years(cabin in the woods), plus there were some hidden gems like Lovely Molly, Absentia, The Pact, and Grave Encounters 2. Sinister looks awesome.

I agree with this 100%. Except I would have to put Sinister above Cabin, but that is only personal preference. Both are outstanding movies.

[aceofspades]

Very good subject everyone.

I can't help it, I just have to say that it's breaking my heart not to be able to continue making movies. I'm really trying to find a way to do it on a shoestring budget, but not let them be crappy like all the ones that are out there.

Over the years, we ll know that tech has advanced to the point where anyone can grab a camera, a few lights and some editing software to shoot a movie with.

The problem is that they rush through and actually expect their shit to be the net Halloween film. Ain't happenin'.

Making a movie is work, it's a job. I refuse to accept that watching a bunch of buddies get together with a case of beer and a camera is considered shooting a film.

I'm trying also to speak as both a viewer and a filmmaker. (though I use the term "filmmaker" loosely since I've only made one) I love the' genre and am always on the search for things to watch. I freekin' love road horror, and I'm actually trying to put one together. Shit, I went out and spent my own money after finding the perfect truck for it.

Anyway, I'm with you guys. There is a shit ton of horror out there, most of it crapola. I'm no exception either. I could do better.

Just wanted to chime in.

[Halcon Loco]

I find myself the same way at times, especially when it comes to American Horror. Most of these new horror films being released I have no interest in. Every now and then a good one will pop up but other that that, I have no hope for them. Also I tend to watch Foreign Horror way more recently. Most of the Foreign Horrors I've seen I enjoyed WAY more that American Horror.

[BigFatOgre]

I watch a lot of foreign horror as well. We still get some good ones in America though, it's just that so many pop up all the time that are just bad. *coughcough-birdemic-cough*

[MEITTI]

I watch a lot of foreign horror as well. We still get some good ones in America though, it's just that so many pop up all the time that are just bad. *coughcough-birdemic-cough*

I guess the problem stems from the fact that in America (especially Hollywood), horror films are mostly viewed and treated as trash movies which you can make quick money with. While in Europe, horror is usually the first genre many aspiring directors choose for their film debut.

[BigFatOgre]

It does seem more about the quick payout here. It's made all the easier these days with streaming and torrents making millions of films easily available, making more of a demand for them right then and there.

[aceofspades]

It does seem more about the quick payout here. It's made all the easier these days with streaming and torrents making millions of films easily available, making more of a demand for them right then and there.

I say a filmmaker should just keep at it and make the best possible product in order to build their audience and remember that it's about entertaining them, not "getting rich quick". If they are able to do that, it should happen for them eventually.

[Splat]

Love horror movies, always have always will If I don't watch anything it is more because I am busy more than anything else

[~ Pax ~]

what he said ^^^^^^