The Fly

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Kylo G Apr 16, 2019 Naked Lunch was the only Cronenberg I've watched before seeing this, and although I can't say that I liked it even a tiny bit; I admired the flashes of creativity I've seen throughout its 115-min run-time of an achingly phlegmatic pacing and self-indulgence. Therefore, I was optimistic that this renowned indie director's bizarre style could work for me someday. This day may has come, or maybe it's just this movie. Either way, all I can say is that I was definitely right! First off, Chris Walas's standout, Oscar-winning makeup effects are just superbly sick! The last transformation is case in point, and I really haven't seen anything more impressive than those effects, aside from the equally brilliant practical effects that were used in Carpenter's The Thing. What's even more awe-inspiring is how well-developed every single character in this movie is. They are constantly developing throughout the film's three acts. And each act adds more layers into them in a most graceful and reasonable way. I want to confess that I have never considered Jeff Goldblum as an excellent actor. I always see him as one of the most charismatic actors, who play the same character in every film he's in, and I'm totally fine with that. That's because his quirky distinctive style of acting almost always pays off terrifically, so much so that his character steals the show every time. That said, the different phases his character go through in this movie prove that Goldblum's appeal isn't the only thing he has. For my surprise, Jeff Goldblum turned out to be a really talented actor who can flesh-out his character, figuratively and literally, masterfully. Geena Davis is quite good as Veronica Quaife, whose character arc and the development of her romantic affair with the protagonist near the end reminded me of Belle in Beauty and the Beast a little bit. I think Stathis Borans is an insufferably cartoonish character during the first act. John Getz is not blame at all, as I think he really did a good job. Fortunately, Stathis is also a pretty strongly-developed character that changed a great deal at the third act, and hence became more credible. I was overwhelmed by different feelings of pity, fear, disgust, and so many others, in the course of the movie's 96-min run-time. However, I think the denouement lacks intensity, since I found the ending predictable, and I saw it coming a bit early. Other than the issues I've mentioned above, this movie really impressed me with all its creativity and originality. Cronenberg is truly a visionary filmmaker, and I hope I enjoy the rest of his filmography. (8.5/10) See more

Ron R Feb 13, 2019 The Fly stands out thanks to it grotesque and stunning effects from Brundles hideous transformation into a monster. The Fly also thankfully has strong characters to hold it up. See more

Poe S Feb 6, 2019 One of the most hauntingly atmospheric and most mainstream work by Canadian David Cronenberg The Fly is an amazing film that is part horror, part science fiction and perhaps most surprisingly a tragic romance. Jeff Goldblum plays an introverted eccentric scientist who, by accident starts transforming into a housefly. Geena Davies plays a reporter who starts off covering his "case" but slowly falls for him. The special effects are very good, and the slow transformation is repulsive yet heart-wrenching. This film proves that old school puppetry when done right will always trump computer effects. The setting- Cronenberg's Toronto- is not just a backdrop but almost a character in itself. The actors are all very good in the role from Goldblum's quirky(a perfect casting if there ever was one) yet tragic Seth Brundle to Geena Davis as Veronica the love interest/reporter and John Getz who isn't like your typical villain. The Fly's esteem has only increased with each passing day and it will not only be considered as one of Cronenberg's most approachable films but also among the finest horror-scifi films. See more

Feb 1, 2019 The best thrilling sci-fi romance movie ever made! With the best movie quote ever spoken: "Be afraid. Be very afraid."

Finn L Jan 19, 2019 An amazing horror masterpiece, The Fly has everything, freakish scares and characters and boy does it have dazzling makeup See more

Anakin S Jan 16, 2019 One of the best body horror movies, Goldblum's transformation into The Fly is simultaneously disgusting, disturbing and tragic. See more

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