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Movie for Last Month

Young Frankenstein (1974)

An absolutely amazing, and highly quotable spoof on the classic 1930s horror flicks (namely 1931’s Frankenstein) that never fails to delight. Mel Brooks demonstrates his absolutely genius comedic writing, all the while Gene Wilder (who is most known for playing Willy Wonka), Marty Feldman, Madeline Kahn, and Peter Boyle all bring their A-Game to this absolute comedic classic. The film focuses on the grandson of Dr. Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein, as he travels to his grandfather’s old lab and inevitably becomes obsessed with the same project as his grandfather had years before. It is hard to advertise this movie on plot alone, as there is truly so much more to it. The movie’s setting feels straight out of the time period it is spoofing, yet the writing holds up to modern standards as well. My dad will likely kill me for saying this as he is a die-hard fan of History of the World Part I, but in my opinion this is Mel Brooks at his absolute finest.

Movie for This Month

Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987)

This John Hughes’ directed comedy adventure film focuses on Steve Martin’s character’s journey to get home in time for Thanksgiving, made much more difficult by the hijinks of the late (and absolutely hilarious) John Candy’s character. Finding a better choice for Thanksgiving than this would be difficult, as it was made by an amazing director, and stars two famous comedians in their prime. This movie is arguably the best part of every member of the cast and crews filmography (except maybe John Hughes’ movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, which I am admittedly biased towards.) A laugh out loud comedy that holds up as truly timeless, and perfect for those wanting to enjoy a movie with their family this Thanksgiving (except for the 19 curse words one character drops in the span of one angry rant.)

A Personal Favorite

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

A classic 1970’s horror movie, this film began one of the most iconic slasher franchises of all time, and has just turned fifty this year. Tobe Hooper’s most popular movie by a wide margin, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre focuses on Sally, her wheelchair bound brother Franklin, and three of their friends as they are attacked and slaughtered by the cannibalistic Sawyer family. This movie makes up for its lower budget with some of the most iconic and some of the most disturbing scenes in a mainstream horror movie. From the macabre set pieces, to the raw and grimy feel of the Sawyer house, this movie is sure to spook even some of the more seasoned horror movie fans.