The Omen (1976) (1976)
Strong horror violence
| Director: | Richard Donner |
| Actors: | Gregory Peck, David Warner, Lee Remick, Billie Whitelaw, Patrick Troughton, Harvey Stephens |
He was born at 6am on the 6th day of the 6th month. The coming of Armageddon, the site of the final confrontation between the forces of good and evil, as foretold in the Book of Revelations, will being with the birth of the son of Satan - in human form.
Unable to tell his wife Katherine (Lee Remick) the tragic news of their stillborn son, American diplomat Robert Thorn (Gregory Peck) accepts a new born orphan as his son. Details of the child's birth remain a secret but, as the boy Damien grows older, it becomes apparent that he is no ordinary child. As mysterious deaths and strange warnings occur, Robert Thorn slowly becomes aware of the hideous evil behind the child's innocent face and the significance of the number 666, which brings about the most terrifying of revelations.
| Status: | Normal |
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| Run time: | 107mins |
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| Aspect Ratio: | 2.35:1 |
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Johno
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An absolute classic, if you love horror this is a must.
Josh
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Easily on my top 20 favourite horror films of all time. Damien is one creepy kid and Gregory Peck is phenomenal in his leading role (still no Atticus Finch though). It's definitely not up everyone's alley, but I do think that everyone should at least give it a go. This movie is great!
Tanya
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When I first saw this in the 1970s I was absolutely petrified. Maybe because I'm older, or I am used to seeing worse things in movies now, but it didn't seem as scary this time around. Still, it was a good movie and one of the first ones of the genre in the 70s.
Luc B.
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Brilliant. One of the few handfuls of true classics.
Simon G.
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Gregory Peck and a pretty good supporting cast are not nearly enough to save the film from its c-grade plot. A few good moments, but difficult to be shocked (circa 2007) by references to the antichrist, 666, dubious biblical prophecies etc
Steve R.
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Paul G.
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An old classic about Damien the devil child. Spawned two sequels but this is by far the best. Classic good versus evil movie, along the same lines as the Exorcist.
Paula B.
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Be sure not to miss this great horror film. Of course its a classic and therefore a new generation are bound to enjoy it. I miss the good old days when TV would play movies like this. You could stay up late and scare yourself silly! Has some great acting throughout, and if you really enjoy it you should try to read the book. The soundtrack is killer and if you get a chance to buy it do so. Be sure to add this little gem to your queue at once!
Jane Selby
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Calvin
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A classic, pity there is no remake.
Stan Spyropoulos
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Bernard Franeli
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A revitalised copy of the old movie "The Omen" although a little dated still worth a good watch with your bowl of popcorn !
Bernard Franeli
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Of course this is an "oldie" but a "goodie" the DVD sharpness of the movie makes it worth anothewr watch, get the popcorn and enjoy it again !
Sammi:-)
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Although hard not to laugh at all the 70's wardrobe, this still packs a mighty spooky punch. Got to love it when the bad guys win.....Or do they???
Alan
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seen before and definatly worth seing again
Kat
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