PopHorror Let's Get Scared
Some moments never fade; people remember where they were on 9/11, or where they were when they found out Cliff Burton from Metallica was killed in a bus accident. Those are moments we should push to the side and store deep inside. Jim Sharman’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show replaced all those bad memories and scary things when I was a kid. It was a bit spooky, a bit on the sexual side. It was music, romance, and the perfect setting for me to fall in love. That’s the moment I choose to help myself along when things get a bit dark.
Synopsis
Two lovers find themselves with a flat tire after a wedding. The couple decides to run in a downpour of rain, until they find a castle like structure. When they arrive at the house they are invited in for a party. That is where they meet Dr. Frankenfurter, an ecclectic soul. The couple is offered an overnight stay and are led on a night full of really weird happenings.
The film stars Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, and Meat Loaf.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show had everything to make a great film. It instantly had a cult following. Theaters sold out, and the film became so well known that even if you had never seen the film, you know the name. Beyond the quick story that left a lot of holes in the plot, it doesn’t matter to the film’s fan base. The Rocky Horror Picture Show fans are rabid about their treasured film. I may not be a super fan, but I have my own love for this movie.
One of the highlights of being a teen in the 90s is that this cult following was in full force. Every weekend, fans crowded into theaters to get the experience. People acted out this entire movie without thinking twice, leaving me to wonder how the hell they did it with the amount of bong resin in our heads. I would never have the courage to get up there and give it my best shot. I was much more comfortable in the audience. There was something about that connection; the film brought a whole lot of different energies to the table. Those were honestly some of the best times of my life.
What makes this film spectacular is the fact that even the soundtrack is amazing. The entire crew had every nook and cranny covered. Even the camera crew had every shot perfect, and made you focus on the character and their story. Every character was relatable because they were all weirdos like me. The Rocky Horror Picture Show is iconic because of its varied credits. There is something in the film for everyone, even Eddie (Meat Loaf) wanted in on the party. Honestly, the hardest part for me to watch is the “love” scene. I felt like it didn’t really belong because the movie already had a sexual innuendo.
In the end, if you haven’t seen this film, I will assume you live under a rock. The Rocky Horror Picture Show brought so many people together from all walks of life. If you haven’t sat in a theater at midnight watching rolls of toilet paper getting thrown, and the audience’s responses. It will make your bad day a lot more enjoyable. The Rocky Horror Picture Show isn’t just a film; it’s a lifestyle.
