ajzepp Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Can someone please explain to me why this is so popular? I'm watching it for the first time and I haven't been this annoyed in a long time. It's like a freak porno. Is it just me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Remember the times it came out and then later when it gained cult status. It was a pretty low tech era. It was a group activity. Props, costumes, etc... I never found it appealing. They have Trekies and Star Wars geeks now... Teens have anime clubs. So much more exists now to get the nerd off. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kegtapr Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Can someone please explain to me why this is so popular? I'm watching it for the first time and I haven't been this annoyed in a long time. It's like a freak porno. Is it just me? From a purely film standpoint it's horrible, but that's not why it's fun. The midnight showings with live actors are a blast. Go to the bar, knock back a few drinks then head to the movie with a bunch of friends and just let loose. Uptight people need not apply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Watching at home is not the same as seeing it in a theater. Make sure you bring a newspaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 (edited) It's like a freak porno. ...without the hot naked chicks. Only saw it once (or part of it) and thought it was unwatchably dumb. Musical movies aren't really my thing. I think it's one of those things some people feel obligated to 'like' because they've heard so much about it. Edited October 27, 2013 by KD in CT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan-4-Ever Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Can someone please explain to me why this is so popular? I'm watching it for the first time and I haven't been this annoyed in a long time. It's like a freak porno. Is it just me? sex drugs and rock n roll oh and punk rockers when I went to my first and only midnight showing the cult craze had yet to begin. the PR's had yet to dress up, throw popcorn throw water etc etc etc IIRC the Jerry Lewis theater on Carter st Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 As has been mentioned it's not the film it's the experience. It's like being a fan of a really crappy football team, and not I'm not referring to the Bills...I don't think. You don't go to the game to watch your team as much as you go for the tailgate and the rowdy atmosphere of the stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 Okay, well that makes sense then, cause they were showing it on IFC last night and I thought it was one of the dumbest things I've ever seen. And I'm the sort of moviegoer who will laugh hysterically at fart jokes and toilet humor, so it's not like I'm some highbrow film snob. I'm not really sure I'm feeling compelled to attend the live experience, but I guess don't knock it til I try it... But wow, the movie is stupid. ...without the hot naked chicks. Only saw it once (or part of it) and thought it was unwatchably dumb. Musical movies aren't really my thing. I think it's one of those things some people feel obligated to 'like' because they've heard so much about it. See you nailed it with that comment about feeling obligated. I know so many people who rave about it, when I saw it was on I started watching and DID feel like something was wrong with me that I wasn't entertained. It definitely was sort of a sense of obligation that I should find a way to appreciate it...but just wasn't happening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in San Diego Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 (edited) Back in the seventies, kids would smoke a few J's get dressed up as their favorite characters, throw TP at the screen, act out scenes in the aisles, do the time warp dance, heckle at different scenes, generally had a whole script to play out while the movie played. Truly an interactive experience. It was a freaking blast. Edited October 29, 2013 by Fan in San Diego Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 As has been mentioned it's not the film it's the experience. It's like being a fan of a really crappy football team, and not I'm not referring to the Bills...I don't think. You don't go to the game to watch your team as much as you go for the tailgate and the rowdy atmosphere of the stadium. We finally found a movie old enough for you to comment on!!! Wifey still enjoys a good time warp on occasion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Watching at home is not the same as seeing it in a theater. Make sure you bring a newspaper. I agree the movie is boring but it will be too dark for him to read the paper. Just stay home and read it or go and watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 I agree the movie is boring but it will be too dark for him to read the paper. Just stay home and read it or go and watch. you could to both if it was a webcast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 We finally found a movie old enough for you to comment on!!! Wifey still enjoys a good time warp on occasion. So you're saying this is the theme for next year's TBD Tailgate party ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Hmmm, this makes me want to do the time warp................again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 We finally found a movie old enough for you to comment on!!! Wifey still enjoys a good time warp on occasion. And surprisingly it's in color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 If you're not watching it in a theater at midnight (preferably either stoned or drunk), you're wasting your time. I must've seen it over 100 times while in college, and we had a blast every time. When it came out on DVD, I rented it, watched it, and was bored out of my skull. Hmmm, this makes me want to do the time warp................again. If I recall, it's just a jump to the left... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDD Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 The movie is god awful. If you watch it in a theater with a good,live cast and crowd it's a uniquely entertaining experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 ..... Wifey still enjoys a good time warp on occasion. She did marry a sour transvestite..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 (edited) You do all know it was a spoof of science fiction B movies, right? In the opening theme (the lips) they make reference to : The Day the Earth Stood Still Flash Gordon The Invisible ManKing Kong It Came from Outer Space Doctor X Forbidden Planet Tarantula The Day of the Triffids Night of the Demon When Worlds Collide I like this movie for about the first 30-45 minutes, and then it is very poor! You really had to see it in a theater, with lip synching fans, slices of toast in the air, 'rain' inside, and all the key "prompts" for audience response. Brad - "***hole" What is really amazing is all the actors / singers who continued on with career: Tim Curry Susan Sarandon Barry Bostwick Meatloaf Edited October 30, 2013 by rockpile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbb Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Back in the seventies, kids would smoke a few J's get dressed up as their favorite characters, throw TP at the screen, act out scenes in the aisles, do the time warp dance, heckle at different scenes, generally had a whole script to play out while the movie played. Truly an interactive experience. It was a freaking blast. I did all that several times, except the dressing up part. Brought the props, etc. I actually have the picture disk with Tim Curry on it...........And, I'll throw it on the turntable still. I LOVE the music - Dammit Janet, Hot Patootie, Touch a Touch a, I'm Going Home. The list goes on - love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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