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The Fly (1986) | Nattosheru Review [ENG/SPA]@nattosenpai236d
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  1. "The Fly" an iconic film of science fiction@ismaca1026d
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    "The Fly" is an iconic film that combines science fiction, horror and a touch of grotesque, is a remake of a 1958 science fiction film of the same name directed by Kurt Neumann, which in turn was based on the short story by George Langelaan. which follows the story of an eccentric scientist named Seth Brundle, played by Jeff Goldblum.

    Brundle invents a teleportation machine, but an unexpected accident with a housefly results in a disastrous genetic fusion. Seth slowly transforms into a grotesque half-human, half-fly creature.

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    Goldblum is joined by Geena Davis as Veronica "Ronnie" Quaife and John Getz as Stathis Borans.

    The film is known for its high-quality makeup and special effects for the time, and for Goldblum's memorable performance. It is also a classic example of how a simple idea can be taken to the extreme.

    The film received accolades for its special effects and makeup, and won the Academy Award for Best Makeup in 1987 and its star the Saturn Award for Best Actor.

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  2. Film Review: The Fly (1986)@drax1582d

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    Jeff Goldblum is one of the most iconic Hollywood actors, but his most successful films tended to be ensemble pieces. Films in which he played main role are actually relatively rare. Among them, the most successful is The Fly, 1986 science fiction horror film directed by David Cronenberg, also known as one of the classics of the genre.

    Film is based on classic 1957 short story by George Langelaan, which was first adapted in 1958 as a film starring David Hedison and Vincent Price, also a genre classic that would later spawn two sequels. The protagonist of the new version, played by Goldblum, is Seth Brundle, brilliant but socially awkward scientist Seth Brundle who at the beginning of the plot meets Veronica “Ronnie” Quaife (played by Geena Davis), attractive science magazine reporter. Trying to impress, he invites to his loft/laboratory in order to demonstrate project he was working on. It is a teleportation device which can transport inanimate objects between two “telepods”. He invites Ronnie to start documenting his work, aimed to achieve successful teleportation of live organisms or, possibly, human beings. As times goes by, two of them start romantic relationship. One night he becomes jealous after misinterpreting Ronnie visiting her boss and ex boyfriend Stathis Borans (played by John Getz). He gets drunk and decides to teleport himself. The experiment apparently succeeds although he failed to notice a housefly that entered telepod with him. At first there aren’t any side effects, but gradually Brundle receives increasing strength, stamina and sexual prowess, while his behaviour becomes manic. Ronnie, however, begins to notice that something is wrong with him physically. Brundle notices that too when he loses his fingernails and begins to look and feel sick. He concludes that the computer during teleportation accidentally fused him with housefly on molecular and genetic level, beginning transformation into creature that gradually becomes less and more fly.

    When The Fly first appeared in the cinemas, it left huge impression and created reputation as one of the most disturbing films of its time. It was mostly credited to the many makeup and mechanical effects designed and use to portray Brundle’s transformation from normal human being into hideous “Brundefly”. They include many unpleasant details that include loss of various body parts and their replacement with various insect-like organs, as well as somewhat convincing but equally hideous way Brundle in later stages of transformation vomits digestive enzymes on food since, like fly, he can’t eat solid food. The effects, made without any help from CGI, were quite impressive and they look effective even today. Makeup artists Chris Walas and Stephen Dupuis deservedly won Oscar for their work. However, the blood, gore and other details of Brundle’s physical decay aren’t the real reason why this film was so effective, winning audiences and critics alike. Unlike in many horror films of the time, there is relatively little violence and the only one person actually dies. However, audience in Brundle’s gruesome predicament easily recognised the same issues like the more universal and inevitable occurrences like disease, ageing and death. Cronenberg, who had also dealt with same themes in his previous films, has in many ways established new subgenre of “body horror”.

    The Fly works very well not only because it is a horror, but also because it is, in its essence, a tragic love story. This is achieved through excellent performance of Jeff Goldbum that easily transcends mad scientist cliches and creates sympathy for the protagonist. His work is equally good in the beginning, where he presents eccentric lovable geek; in the middle, when he becomes Brundle becomes arrogant and, finally, when Brundle desperately and unsuccesfully tries to preserve and restore last traces of his humanity. Film also benefits from good performance of Geena Davis, whose good chemistry with Goldblum is probably due to the fact that both were actual couple in real life. Davis’ character is also faced with emotional roller coaster in the film which allows actress to shine in film’s heart-breaking ending. The Fly is somewhat unusual in having only three major characters; although John Getz appears the least of them, he too is very good in portraying someone who starts as arrogant yuppie and jealous stalker only to do the right thing and save the day in the end. Excellent work by the cast is helped by ingenious production design that makes “telepods” look bizarre and menacing and Mark Irwin’s cinematography. Another great contribution comes from Howard Shore, composer and Cronenberg’s associate, who delivered one of the most effective musical scores in his great careers.

    The Fly is great film, but not perfect. Special effects showing Brundle’s computer displays look little bit dated and one of the subplots leaves a loose end - something that would be resolved three years later in inevitable and predictably inferior sequel The Fly II. Despite that and despite not being suitable for youngest and more squeamish viewers, this film, often referenced as the most conventional in David Cronenberg’s career, should be recommended as a true genre classic.

    RATING: 8/10 (+++)

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