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The Fog (2005) is a supernatural horror film directed by Rupert Wainwright and serves as a remake of John Carpenter's 1980 cult classic. Set in the coastal town of Antonio Island, Oregon, the story follows a mysterious, sentient fog that rolls in, bringing the vengeful spirits of mariners murdered 134 years earlier by the town's founding fathers.
Key Film Details.
Release Date:
14 October 2005.
Director:
Rupert Wainwright.
Main Cast:
Tom Welling as Nick Castle.
Maggie Grace as Elizabeth William's (Yin). [She belongs to me 🙂]
Selma Blair as Stevie Wayne.
Rating:
PG-13 (unlike the R-rated original), focusing more on a teen horror aesthetic.
Budget & Box Office:
Produced for $18 million, it grossed approximately $46.2 million worldwide.
Plot Summary.
The town is preparing to unveil a statue of its founders when a thick mist envelops the island. The fog hides the ghosts of Captain Blake and his crew from the ship Elizabeth Dane—a vessel carrying lepers that was intentionally lured onto the rocks and burned by the town's ancestors to steal their gold. In this version, Elizabeth Williams discovers she has a mysterious supernatural connection to the ghosts, leading to a controversial reincarnation twist at the film's climax.
Reception.
The film was largely panned by critics and audiences alike.
Rotten Tomatoes:
Holds a very low 4%–5% rating.
Critiques:
Reviewers at Empire and Variety noted a lack of tension, poor CGI effects, and "gormless" characters compared to the atmospheric original.
Awards:
It won Worst Film at the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards and Least Scary Horror Movie at the Stinkers Bad Movie Awards.
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I often repeat things in this 🕸️site. Among other things, I like to practice something I call Taughtology. There can, however, be at least one difference. The Tb graphic is, among other things, a symbol meaning TRIBE. The silent E is not represented. The rendered word is trIbe.
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King Crimson is a highly influential English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968. Led by guitarist Robert Fripp, the band is famous for its constantly changing lineup and genre-defying sound that blends rock, jazz, classical, and experimental music.
Essential Albums.
In the Court of the Crimson King (1969): Their debut and most famous work, often cited as the first "true" progressive rock album.
Red (1974): A heavy, powerful record from the band's mid-70s trio era (Fripp, Wetton, Bruford).
Discipline (1981): Marked a total shift in sound, introducing "rock gamelan" and new wave influences.
Key Tracks.
21st Century Schizoid Man: Known for its distorted vocals and aggressive, complex riffing.
Starless: A 12-minute epic from the Red album, widely considered one of their greatest masterpieces.
Epitaph: A grand, Mellotron-driven ballad that defined early prog rock.
Notable Members.
Robert Fripp: Founder and only constant member; known for his meticulous guitar technique and "Frippertronics".
Greg Lake: Original vocalist and bassist who later founded Emerson, Lake & Palmer.
Bill Bruford: Legendary drummer who left Yes to join Crimson for its more experimental direction.
Adrian Belew: Vocalist and guitarist during the 80s and 90s, famous for making "animal sounds" on his guitar.
Pop Culture Note.
The band is the namesake for King Crimson, a powerful "Stand" (supernatural ability) featured in the popular anime and manga series JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.
Would you like a starter's guide on which era to listen to first, or are you looking for info on Robert Fripp's latest projects?
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The Dark Christ could also be called King Crimson or The Crimson King.
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