Favorite Horror Icon?

*Samhain* · 02-17-2011, 09:11 PM

Well, as my username suggests, I am a Halloween fan. Horror movies are one of my main interests so I thought it might be fun to have a discussion of everyone's favorite Horror movie icon. I compiled a list of the ''big guys'' but if you dont see your favorite, say it anyway.

My favorite would have to be Michael Myers. I saw the original Halloween when I was about 7 and to this day nothing has creeped me out as much as the first time I saw that movie. The shape is just so scary and effective. I like the 1st, 2nd, and 7th ones the most. The other are kinda crap to me. You?

*Turo602* · 02-17-2011, 09:27 PM

Mine would have to be a tie between Jason and Freddy. But I have to go with Freddy Krueger on this one. He's just awesome. I can't believe he was actually scary to me when I was younger, now he's just funny.

*Samhain* · 02-17-2011, 09:30 PM

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now he's just funny.

That is actually why Freddy is pretty much tied with Myers for me. They are like polar opposites. Freddy is awesome, cracking jokes all the time.

*Turo602* · 02-17-2011, 09:36 PM

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That is actually why Freddy is pretty much tied with Myers for me. They are like polar opposites. Freddy is awesome, cracking jokes all the time.

It's funny, I've never actually seen a Myer's film. I always thought he was a rip off of Jason, but I think Myers came before. It's weird because slasher films don't seem scary anymore. Come to think of it, scary movies aren't even scary. But I sure do love watching em.

*Samhain* · 02-17-2011, 09:41 PM

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It's funny, I've never actually seen a Myer's film. I always thought he was a rip off of Jason, but I think Myers came before. It's weird because slasher films don't seem scary anymore. Come to think of it, scary movies aren't even scary. But I sure do love watching em.

Yes, Myers was first. And better.

. And you're right, movies nowadays just arnt scary, atleast to me.

*Spitfire* · 02-17-2011, 09:51 PM

I think your lists lacks some of the majors, mainly all the Universal Monsters. Also surprised the Predator and Alien aren't on there. Given the options though I'd pick Freddy. He's always been entertaining and even when the movies themselves are sub par his scenes are always fun. I don't really find him scary though.

*Samhain* · 02-17-2011, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

I think your lists lacks some of the majors, mainly all the Universal Monsters. Also surprised the Predator and Alien aren't on there. Given the options though I'd pick Freddy. He's always been entertaining and even when the movies themselves are sub par his scenes are always fun. I don't really find him scary though.

Ya man, I hear you on the Universal monsters. I was just trying to get it a bit ''modern''. But I do love those classic monsters.

As far as Predator and Alien go, honestly, I forgot! lol But there are always gonna be someone I left out. Like, I love The Tall man, but I doubt alot of peeps on here even know who he is or care what film hes in so I left him out.

*Powder* · 02-17-2011, 11:25 PM

Is there any chance that the Toxic Avenger counts? I know he's a hero of sorts, but he does slaughter and scare a lotta folks. I'm not big on the super star villains. Out of the choices, I gotta go with Mikey, though. Halloween is my favorite of the big time horror flicks.

*Master Splinter* · 02-17-2011, 11:58 PM

I can't pick a favorite out of the big names, they all have great qualities... But if I were to pick a favorite horror movie it would have to be Troll 2... It is the best worse movie ever made (source)...

**Edit... Looking at your list I'm picking Hannibal but I do kinda think that he isn't the main villan in his movies, well aside from Hannibal and I guess you can count Hannibal Rising... But Buffalo Bill and The Tooth Fairy were the main killers in Silence of the Lambs and Red Dragon...

Have you seen the original Red Dragon called Manhunter? It's actually not too bad...

-ms

*Spitfire* · 02-18-2011, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Samhain

Like, I love The Tall man, but I doubt alot of peeps on here even know who he is or care what film hes in so I left him out.

Dude Phantasm! The Tall Man was an Easter Egg in one of the old Tony Hawk games haha

Rikirk · 02-18-2011, 01:08 AM

From the list, I choose Michael Myers. Nothing IMHO is as scary as he is. Its personal opinion, but so be it.

But the absolute scariest thing of all to me is the Giger Alien.
Think about it.
Then think, in a universe this large, or in a parallel...something like that or similar could exist.

*Eiko* · 02-18-2011, 03:50 AM

I'm not big on horror films but Chucky was the first Horror film i saw. I was pretty young when i first watched it and was scared of toy dolls for a month.

*gobo* · 02-18-2011, 03:59 AM

Ashley J. Williams

*shuriken* · 02-19-2011, 01:30 AM

Freddy cuz he's hilarious. But If I wanted scary and straight up intimidating I would go with Myers. He just seemed so impersonal and evil. Voorhees was always boring to me, Chucky was freaky in his first outing, then got really dumb, and Hannibal is another league of awesomeness. Freddy has always been creepily entertaining.

deadpoolRKO · 02-19-2011, 06:48 AM

I am offended sir , my favorite horror movie ICON who is a legendary villian and way more brutal than anyone on this list isn't on here

( secretly , i voted for myers. The old Haloween and even the remakes have been awesome. i love his emotionless mask. but i had to show the Leprechaun some love.

)

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*Samhain* · 02-19-2011, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

Dude Phantasm! The Tall Man was an Easter Egg in one of the old Tony Hawk games haha

Hell yeah dude. Phantasm is one of my favs of all time. I didnt now that about the game, and I have them all! I will have to check that out.

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Freddy cuz he's hilarious. But If I wanted scary and straight up intimidating I would go with Myers. He just seemed so impersonal and evil. Voorhees was always boring to me, Chucky was freaky in his first outing, then got really dumb, and Hannibal is another league of awesomeness. Freddy has always been creepily entertaining.

My thoughts exactly.

*Samhain* · 02-19-2011, 07:01 PM

So, I just got done watching American Psycho. I must say, I enjoyed it. I love Christian Bale in that movie. He played that role very well. Anyone else seen it? What did you think?

*cqb101* · 02-20-2011, 10:34 AM

Leatherface (if you couldn't already tell from my avatar). I'm also really found of the Gillman, Ash, Predator, and the Giger Alien (who are all sadly missing from this list).

*Samhain* · 02-23-2011, 07:45 PM

Ghost Face not getting any love? Scream has gotta be in my top 3 all time favorite slasher films. Im super pumped for Scream 4! Anone gonna see it?

Abnormal Freak · 02-23-2011, 08:02 PM

Of the ones listed, I'd have to go with Leatherface by far. The original Texas Chain Saw Massacre is one of my favorite movies.

I can't really think of "horror icons" beyond those big obvious ones. Most of the horror films I enjoy don't really have recurring characters or big, stand-out, memorable icons.

I recall a thread similar to this on this board (maybe another sub-forum) about favorite slasher villains or something. I think I answered something about the black leather gloved murderer from Dario Argento's gialli as being my favorite. They're not the same person, obviously, but it was always Argento's hands, and he did that black leather glove hand thing in many of his movies. :p So, I guess "the black leather gloved murderer" from Argento's flicks is my favorite horror "icon." ;p

View Poll Results: Favorite Horror Icon?
Jason Voorhees	5	19.23%
Freddy Krueger	6	23.08%
Michael Myers	6	23.08%
Pinhead	0	0%
Leatherface	3	11.54%
Chucky	3	11.54%
Ghostface	1	3.85%
Candyman	0	0%
Hannibal Lecter	2	7.69%
Voters: 26. You may not vote on this poll

02-17-2011, 09:11 PM	#1
Samhain Dare To Be Stupid! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 1313 Mockingbird Lane Posts: 4,752	Favorite Horror Icon? Well, as my username suggests, I am a Halloween fan. Horror movies are one of my main interests so I thought it might be fun to have a discussion of everyone's favorite Horror movie icon. I compiled a list of the ''big guys'' but if you dont see your favorite, say it anyway. My favorite would have to be Michael Myers. I saw the original Halloween when I was about 7 and to this day nothing has creeped me out as much as the first time I saw that movie. The shape is just so scary and effective. I like the 1st, 2nd, and 7th ones the most. The other are kinda crap to me. You?

02-17-2011, 09:27 PM	#2
Turo602 The King of Kings Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Chicago Illinois Posts: 2,931	Mine would have to be a tie between Jason and Freddy. But I have to go with Freddy Krueger on this one. He's just awesome. I can't believe he was actually scary to me when I was younger, now he's just funny. __________________

02-17-2011, 09:51 PM	#6
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	I think your lists lacks some of the majors, mainly all the Universal Monsters. Also surprised the Predator and Alien aren't on there. Given the options though I'd pick Freddy. He's always been entertaining and even when the movies themselves are sub par his scenes are always fun. I don't really find him scary though. __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

02-17-2011, 11:58 PM	#9
Master Splinter 幸 - 愛 - 思う Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 2,824	I can't pick a favorite out of the big names, they all have great qualities... But if I were to pick a favorite horror movie it would have to be Troll 2... It is the best worse movie ever made (source)... *Edit... Looking at your list I'm picking Hannibal but I do kinda think that he isn't the main villan in his movies, well aside from Hannibal and I guess you can count Hannibal Rising... But Buffalo Bill and The Tooth Fairy were the main killers in Silence of the Lambs and Red Dragon... Have you seen the original Red Dragon called Manhunter? It's actually not too bad... -ms __________________ Last edited by Master Splinter; 02-18-2011 at 12:03 AM.*

02-17-2011, 11:25 PM	#8
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,956	Is there any chance that the Toxic Avenger counts? I know he's a hero of sorts, but he does slaughter and scare a lotta folks. I'm not big on the super star villains. Out of the choices, I gotta go with Mikey, though. Halloween is my favorite of the big time horror flicks.

02-18-2011, 01:08 AM	#11
Rikirk Foot Soldier Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 208	From the list, I choose Michael Myers. Nothing IMHO is as scary as he is. Its personal opinion, but so be it. But the absolute scariest thing of all to me is the Giger Alien. Think about it. Then think, in a universe this large, or in a parallel...something like that or similar could exist. __________________ "Did you say mattress?...I did ask you not to, now I have to get into the fish tank and sing. "Yes, yes I admit I tuned you out but in my defense its because I already figured out that youre stupid.'---Dr Rodney McKay - Stargate: Atlantis

02-18-2011, 03:50 AM	#12
Eiko Aussie and Proud Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Foot HQ Australia Posts: 1,816	I'm not big on horror films but Chucky was the first Horror film i saw. I was pretty young when i first watched it and was scared of toy dolls for a month. __________________

02-18-2011, 03:59 AM	#13
gobo Wacky Action Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: on Earth Posts: 12,784	Ashley J. Williams __________________ Live and let live... or go to hell.

02-19-2011, 01:30 AM	#14
shuriken Second City Shinobi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chi-town Posts: 4,182	Freddy cuz he's hilarious. But If I wanted scary and straight up intimidating I would go with Myers. He just seemed so impersonal and evil. Voorhees was always boring to me, Chucky was freaky in his first outing, then got really dumb, and Hannibal is another league of awesomeness. Freddy has always been creepily entertaining. __________________ Some things are better left unsaid. This isn't one of them

02-19-2011, 06:48 AM	#15
deadpoolRKO Stone Warrior Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: I can't wait until i can have a custom user title Posts: 782	I am offended sir , my favorite horror movie ICON who is a legendary villian and way more brutal than anyone on this list isn't on here ( secretly , i voted for myers. The old Haloween and even the remakes have been awesome. i love his emotionless mask. but i had to show the Leprechaun some love. ) . __________________ ( TMNT Clothes , DVD's , Accesories , ect. ) Red Bubble ( My Tee Shirt Designs )

02-19-2011, 07:01 PM	#17
Samhain Dare To Be Stupid! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 1313 Mockingbird Lane Posts: 4,752	So, I just got done watching American Psycho. I must say, I enjoyed it. I love Christian Bale in that movie. He played that role very well. Anyone else seen it? What did you think?

02-20-2011, 10:34 AM	#18
cqb101 Cinephile Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Salem, MA Posts: 8,489	Leatherface (if you couldn't already tell from my avatar). I'm also really found of the Gillman, Ash, Predator, and the Giger Alien (who are all sadly missing from this list). __________________ Facebook

02-23-2011, 07:45 PM	#19
Samhain Dare To Be Stupid! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 1313 Mockingbird Lane Posts: 4,752	Ghost Face not getting any love? Scream has gotta be in my top 3 all time favorite slasher films. Im super pumped for Scream 4! Anone gonna see it?

02-23-2011, 08:02 PM	#20
Abnormal Freak Stone Warrior Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: MN Posts: 779	Of the ones listed, I'd have to go with Leatherface by far. The original Texas Chain Saw Massacre is one of my favorite movies. I can't really think of "horror icons" beyond those big obvious ones. Most of the horror films I enjoy don't really have recurring characters or big, stand-out, memorable icons. I recall a thread similar to this on this board (maybe another sub-forum) about favorite slasher villains or something. I think I answered something about the black leather gloved murderer from Dario Argento's gialli as being my favorite. They're not the same person, obviously, but it was always Argento's hands, and he did that black leather glove hand thing in many of his movies. :p So, I guess "the black leather gloved murderer" from Argento's flicks is my favorite horror "icon." ;p __________________