The Hitcher (1986) - Movie Review
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2 жыл бұрынThe Hitcher is one of those movies that never found the success or acclaim that it deserved. It's one of the few movies that I would say confidently is a masterpiece of it's genre.
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@CodyLeachYT 2 жыл бұрын
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@geminiacleo7ewe 2 жыл бұрын
You've honestly done this to me one other time! I was off today and watched a bunch of my movies, and the first I put on was... wait for iiiiit... yup! "The Hitcher"!
@tearupnationinc.7199 2 жыл бұрын
Tear Up Nation- "I remember wanting to see this after watching the "2007 the hitcher" especially after Nine inch nails "Closer" playing in the back round while Ned Stark's drives a Firebird, But John Ryder from the 1988 version he felt like a force of nature pure evil nihilist fixated on this kid who wants to live. I luv this movie 🎥 🍿 much 💕Cody leech.
@Saltyaf38 2 жыл бұрын
Are you gonna review the Remake of this movie?
@trumpwonandyouknowit Жыл бұрын
In regards to THE HITCHER 1986.... It is one of the most bad-ass movies ever made! "'My mother told me never to do this.'", is one of the most iconic opening lines to any movie ever as well. I figured that the Theater Movie Rating Board had forced THE HITCHER to remove most of the cool violence as well back then. It never shows what John Ryder had done to the people in the VW, the station wagon towing the boat, and the pick-up truck.
@trumpwonandyouknowit Жыл бұрын
I laughed at the Roger Ebert's and Gene Siskell's crazy movie reviews saying that the movie was, "'Perverted gay sadism and gay masochism" or whatever. 🤣🤣🤣 I think that Ebert and Siskell were taking their so-called jobs as "'Movie Reviewers'" way too seriously. No wonder why no one cared about their comments.😁💯✅
@dickcheesehead9714 2 жыл бұрын
Rutger Hauer is an actor that has been criminally underused. God rest his soul.
@angelaholmes8888 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah he definitely was underused he was a great actor I loved him in the hitcher and in blade runner
@mikegrady5669 2 жыл бұрын
Like ...tears in the rain
@namethestars 2 жыл бұрын
@@angelaholmes8888don't forget the awesome Hobo with a Shotgun 😊
@robertparks7233 2 жыл бұрын
@@namethestars Don't forget Knighthawks with Sly Stallone
@dickcheesehead9714 2 жыл бұрын
@@namethestars That movie is pretty awesome too.
@JSPokemonYT 2 жыл бұрын
The Hitcher (1986) is an absolute horror classic & I'm giving it a 10/10.
@angelaholmes8888 2 жыл бұрын
Yes this movie is great
@MartyMcFly88 Жыл бұрын
The remake was well done too
@bigkj2.027 Жыл бұрын
Ili give my rating after the movie after I watch
@desertrose1226 Жыл бұрын
A definite 10
@getjacked1 Жыл бұрын
@@MartyMcFly88 everyone is entitled to their opinion but the remake doesn’t hold a candle to the original. The atmosphere the score and most definitely the acting blew away the remake. It’s almost embarrassing, what a waste of a remake.
@joshuanelson6795 2 жыл бұрын
A true gem of the horror genre. The Hitcher definitely deserves to be lauded as a classic.
@anthonyhudak9363 2 жыл бұрын
This is in my top 5 favorite horror movies and it's so criminally underrated that I constantly recommend it to people especially horror fans. Hell, even Nolan agrees so much so I kinda feel like he referenced it in The Dark Knight
@Matt.Pattinson 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed 100%
@subjectedtosin8115 2 жыл бұрын
Referenced it how
@anthonyhudak9363 2 жыл бұрын
The "hit me" scene in Dark Knight feels evocative of the final showdown in this
@Cytron1515 2 жыл бұрын
This is one underrated and overlooked masterpiece of the 80's. Also it had a phenomenal score.
@georgek2222 2 жыл бұрын
My dad had seen this movie decades ago and recommended it to me a few months back in 2021. I fell in love with it instantly. Criminally underrated
@horrorhoneybee 2 жыл бұрын
I love this movie so much. I first watched it about 3 years back and it’s one of the few films that gave me a nightmare as an adult. Deeply unsettling and totally awesome.
@firstnamelastname8060 Жыл бұрын
Siskel and Ebert were so shaken up by it, they were pissed! LOL!
@jasonvoorhees310 2 жыл бұрын
This film is a underrated classic. I remember the first time I saw it. Thought it was great. Very dark, creepy, great atmosphere. Especially considering their in a car most of the time. I get slasher vibes from this but it's more than just a slasher. Great review Cody.
@FatherDyer1990 2 жыл бұрын
I love seeing this flick get some love from you. John Ryder might be the most creepy on screen villian of all time. I believe Christoper Nolan was heavily inspired by this film in the making of The Dark Knight.
@IvanSanchez-ft3mp 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty much yes since they even got Rutger Hauer on Batman Begins. You can say The Hitcher is the movie version of The Killing Joke since the concept shows how a normal kid like Jim Halsey is driving into madness or as the joker say, *All it takes is one bad day to reduce the sanest man alive to lunacy*
@jalenjohnson1662 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been saying this for years. As much as I love Heath Ledger’s Joker, he’s basically just a rip off of John Ryder from this movie.
@getjacked1 Жыл бұрын
I love how movies like this leave a lot to be imagined, because they are not clearly explained in the movie. Like why John Ryder is doing what he is doing. Why he chose Jim to accomplish what John really wanted. (At least that’s the way I look at it) the only other movie that did this is “No country for old men” another excellent movie!
@Varg84 2 жыл бұрын
Rutger Hauer is just amazing in this movie. Worth a watch for him alone.
@andrewbouk1324 2 жыл бұрын
Man, as much as I love and appreciate Siskel and Ebert, I sometimes forget how nauseating they could be with their criticisms, especially horror films.😂
@joshuanelson6795 2 жыл бұрын
For real. Their takes on movies/franchises like Friday the 13th were laughably off-base.
@AbrasiousProductions 2 жыл бұрын
I don't love nor appreciate those two talentless hacks, they have no taste
@CPSlayer 2 жыл бұрын
@@joshuanelson6795 I remember Siskel calling New Nightmare same ole Freddy with same ole kills even though it was the complete opposite
@HEYitzED 2 жыл бұрын
Their opinion on horror films were awful lol. I generally liked them for everything else.
@ForbiddenFruit73 2 жыл бұрын
I never liked how Ebert could sometimes come off like he was judging people for liking a movie, as in his review of Kick-Ass.
@TensaZangetsu59 2 жыл бұрын
I had seen this movie in bits and pieces but finally watched it in it's entirety a few months ago and loved it. The opening is one of the best in Horror and John Ryder is a heavily underrated villain. Hauer's performance is so maniacal but he's not over the top making it extra scary. The sick relationship he and Jim develop is so creepy. Howell's performance is just as captivating as we watch him evolve throughout the movie, thanks to the mayhem and torture Hauer puts him through. Also those kills are executed perfectly as they're not gore-tastic but simply imply more than you're actually seeing. TL;DR Hauer & Howell are amazing, Movie is awesome 👌 Great Review Cody!
@Timelord007 2 жыл бұрын
Batshit terrifying performance as John Ryder the scenes in the car when he says "say i wanna die" & the "you know what happens to a eyeball when it gets punctured, you got any idea how much blood comes out guys neck when his throat been slit" monologues Rutgers delivery is terrifying & eerie. Awesome review Cody👍👍👍
@ameliathornhill7131 2 жыл бұрын
I got to see this movie in a special screening in theatres with John Ryder himself Rutger Hauer in attendance.it was incredible.
@MrJordiBaby 2 жыл бұрын
I am a super Rutger Hauer fan and I absolutely loved this movie since the first time I saw it. Jennifer Jason Leigh is amazing in this too.
@desertrose1226 Жыл бұрын
Me too! Wasn’t he beautiful!? I loved him.
@melijomides7317 Жыл бұрын
Anything Rutger Hauer is in - he nails the role perfectly and completely steals the scenes. Plays a great bad guy and he can play a real good guy too. Check out Blind Fury
@serene1275 Жыл бұрын
Great actor! He was in the original Blade Runner. Last week, I watched it again.
@montybruce6079 2 жыл бұрын
I love getting off work, driving home and thinking " it would be great to have a new cody leach review to listen to on the way home" then the notification goes off and instantly day is better😊. Thank you for consistently good list and reviews
@CodyLeachYT 2 жыл бұрын
My work here is done. Lol
@ArcticReaper1986 2 жыл бұрын
You weren't the only one bro!
@barrycohen311 4 ай бұрын
One of my favorite scenes is Rutger when he is revving the truck engine and easing off the clutch just a bit. He is just smiling and looking like a total demented sociopath. Underrated actor for sure..
@maxdresser2526 2 жыл бұрын
I saw this movie on Cinemax, and my reaction was just "HOLY SHIT!!!" I also saw the remake first, and it made me appreciate the original that much more. Side note: as much as I love Sean Bean, he is no Rutger Hauer (Yes, I like both incarnations of John Ryder).
@KB-bh9hp 2 жыл бұрын
Road movies like this, and Joy Ride are actually one of my fav genres of horror.
@robertparks7233 2 жыл бұрын
Joyride is fun,sequels not so much
@leeloo1967 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree Cody! I’ve loved this movie since I first saw it back in the 80s on cable. I recorded it on VHS & I watched it so many times I’m surprised the tape didn’t pop. Rutger Hauer (R.I.P.) performance was absolutely chilling. C. Thomas Howell performance is so underrated. Fantastic spot on review Cody.
@Gregbaltzer 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favorites I've always had on DVD. Haven't watched in a long time. Spoiler: I've always had to explain the ending to people I've watched it with, basically Rutger's character wants to die, but he wants someone he feels worthy to do it. C. Thomas Howell's character was the only one who never begged for their life but escaped, so Rutger sees him as the person who is worthy of killing him, he just needs to push him to do it.
@jwnj9716 2 жыл бұрын
And you can see it very clearly after Thomas Howell gets rids of him at the very beginning. Rutger wakes up and smiles. It's like "Yup, that's the kid who's gonna stop me....Now the fun begins". You can even throw in the supernatural stuff to his character.
@CosmicCorpse Жыл бұрын
The year I decided to embrace horror fully I went to Walmart and picked child's play, the thing and the hitcher up all in the same damn shelf. My life was forever altered.
@216trixie Жыл бұрын
That's funny. Good first choices.
@BiggestMikey 2 жыл бұрын
Cody YOU ARE THE MAN! I'm 36 yrs old and I have a very fond memory catching this on Cinemax when I was 9 when our family just got cable one late night and I've remained shaken and in awe of The Hitcher ever since. And you hit it on the head at the end. Shout Factory, Arrow Video, Vestron (from Lionsgate), or whoever NEED TO QUIT PLAYING! I they can give us special editions of Feardotcom and 13 Ghosts then The Hitcher should be a no-brainer.
@namethestars 2 жыл бұрын
The Hitcher was always one of those films that consistently climbed in my ranking, each year it creeped higher and higher for me, last year I finally conceded this is one of my favourite horror films I was just slow to admit it; been in my top ten since and unlikely to be unseated ever imo. I love Howell and especially Hauer in this, the rapport/tension is pitch perfect. So glad to see your review for it Cody 😊 Interesting thought: there's another youtuber I asked to review this and he actually made a salient point, if you take away the title and look at it more closely, it could have been the prequel/set up to Mad Max with how it plays out. It's an intriguing concept that's stuck with me ever since. Now get on it and watch Duel!
@user-xc7uo6md3n 2 жыл бұрын
How many times have you seen it?
@Victorcreed85 2 жыл бұрын
So glad you covered The Hitcher. I love this movie. I saw it at probably too young of an age but oh well. I watched this with my Grandma like most of the first horror movies i ever saw that ended up turning me into an addicted fanatic today. I was 8 of 9 when i saw The Hitcher. You hit the nail on the head, such a simple concept, but executed on another level. It hasn’t been replicated again in my opinion and I’m not sure, in my opinion, anybody currently or then could have played Ryder like Rutger. It would have been a lesser movie for sure. He is an all time great.
@lunarose698 2 жыл бұрын
Just discovered this movie two years ago. And I love the shit out of it. The cast was great, the story was great, and the camera work was amazing. I don't know what that critic was talking about. I believe that the end of it, Ryder saw Halsey was the person to end his psychotic rampage. Ryder wanted to die. The way he smiled at him showed he got what he wanted. Man, I've never felt more tense in my life when I watched this for the first time
@yusefendure Жыл бұрын
Man, Cody, I just saw 'The Hitcher' and was blown away. Your analysis is spot on, so I subscribed to your channel. Bruh, excellent content. Here's my two cents on this cult classic: 'The Hitcher' is a modern-day western on the surface and an extreme horror at its core. John Ryder had a death wish, and Jim Halsey was the perfect guy to grant it. Why? Because Jim was the polar opposite of John; honest, compassionate, and giving. John bullied, manipulated, and terrorized him enough to transform him into a better version of himself, a guy with enough conscience to end his suffering. Theirs was a symbiotic relationship based on chance and necessity. Again, great review. I love this film.
@barrycohen311 4 ай бұрын
If we had a time machine, I'd love to see you debate Siskel and Ebert on this film. This could be Ebert's most epic fail since he rated 'The Graduate' one star. I agree with your assessment, this film was next level excellent. The two characters were almost like doppelgangers. I like when the one Officer says to Halsey- "There is something going on with you and that guy. I don't know what it is but there is something." Kind of like a synopsis of the film within those two lines of dialog.
@darrenmorfoot1052 2 жыл бұрын
Good to see this movie actually getting the love it deserves.. I remember many years ago I watched the remake and thought this movie is amazing and was one of my favorite movies... I didn't even know it was a remake When I heard about the original I thought no thanks it would be to old now.. But I sat down and watched the original and said the remake absolutely sucks 😂... Still a decent movie.. But the original one Rutger hauer he's character is a absolutely terrifying one of the creepiest characters ever created... Absolutely 10 out of 10 movie..
@Jetsamification Жыл бұрын
Spot-on review of THE HITCHER. Glad you articulated what's so great & disturbing about this nearly-lost classic! One of the all-time most harrowing horror-thriller movies ever. And definitely among Rutger Hauer's most powerful roles, and C. Thomas Howell's performance is strong throughout it. It's a deeply dark and disturbing movie that continues to haunt and terrify decades after it was made, and always will.
@gdm415 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved this movie then and still do. RiP Rutger Hauer. Scared the shit out of me as a kid
@Rhauxshna82 9 күн бұрын
Rutger Hauer reminds me a lot of Robert Mitcham. They both have that same intense mysterious and menacing charisma. There is a lot of intelligence and cunning behind their eyes and its mesmerizing.
@ezelldaniels6064 2 жыл бұрын
A fuckin masterpiece! Even the remake was pretty good
@badcappincarrot8085 2 жыл бұрын
C. Thomas was absolutely brilliant in this. Sometimes that's all an actor has. But, fantastic acting.
@FriendlyNeighborhoodUnclePete 2 жыл бұрын
That Sami Curr shirt is legendary!
@fozzee6999 3 ай бұрын
I was 15 in 86 and saw this film at the Cinema. I fell in love with it. It's brilliant! I got it on Video tape a short while after and watched it so many times I can recite every word. Deserves so much more credit and should be a classic!
@totalnia9076 2 жыл бұрын
Rutger Hauer is one of the best movie villains. Look for example "Nighthawks", but "The Hitcher" is still the best.
@tlguyton 2 жыл бұрын
As much as I liked Siskel and Ebert, they did miss the boat on a few movies.
@SquidGunman Жыл бұрын
They missed the boat a ton. Two old dumb asses.
@joecarroll3371 2 жыл бұрын
I've never given much thought to what Siskel & Ebert think about movies in general. In my humble opinion, Cody has more credibility than those 2 so-called experts. Here's a bit of fun trivia: C Thomas Howell made several appearances on Criminal Minds as George Foyett aka The Reaper.
@Marvindorfler1 Жыл бұрын
To be fair, where I was in the UK when it was released, it was a hot rental. I remember going to the video shop every day for a week only to find all copies were out on hire and every movie fan was talking about it. As for siskel and eberts review, I think that leaves more questions about them than it does the movie. Great film....10/10
@doorwaytothepaintings.3787 2 жыл бұрын
Always one of my favorite movies. I grew up watching it over and over again. Love siskel and ebert but I have to disagree with them on this one (and the Friday the 13th movies that they hated). The late great Rutger Hauer was always one of my favorite actors. The director or someone else gave him a book on Ted bundy to read in order to prepare for this film but he wasn't sure if he wanted to make these types of movies. Hauer was perfect for the role.
@MatthewFerrisi 2 жыл бұрын
I am an unabashed lover of this film. Rutger Hauer played one of my favorite villains of all time. Motiveless evil with ambiguous motives and origins is the scariest evil. Finally someone acknowledges and reviews this film!!
@firstnamelastname8060 Жыл бұрын
I first saw this movie in around 1999 when I rented it, and I was so impressed. I was like "How have I never seen or heard of this?". I thought about this movie for over 2 decades and watched it for the second time a few nights ago. Wow! Just as amazing as the first time. As far as I'm concerned, I'm with Shaq on this! Siskel and Ebert can go get pulled apart by a semi with Rutger Hauer behind the wheel. What? You don't say. Dead? Really? All of them? Dang! Shaq too? No? Oh, good.
@kdt272 2 жыл бұрын
I love this movie, an 80s classic thriller, loved me some Rutger Hauer and C. Thomas Howell. Saw this when I was a little girl, John Ryder was soo creepy and scary. It was terrifying because he was so evil and diabolical.
@AntonioGee 2 жыл бұрын
Saw this movie the other day for the first time and within a couple minutes I could tell it was going to be solid, it didn't disappoint. Miles better than the remake and good to see Ponyboy taking care of himself.
@Thathorrorguy12FU Жыл бұрын
I agree also. Jennifer Jason Lee was great in this film. But like the other two main players in the film, they were all great actors, with three great actors at the top of their game. Especially in the case of Howell, I believe this was his best performance to date. Hauer and Lee are great actors and have been their whole careers.
@MattW30356 2 жыл бұрын
Love your Sammi Curr shirt! Also, awesome review, love The Hitcher.
@desertrose1226 Жыл бұрын
I love the late Rutger Hauer. He was brilliant, talented mysterious and drop dead gorgeous.
@michaelmyers6105 2 жыл бұрын
John Ryder reminds me of the Joker so much. Especially Heath’s joker. Both are mysterious characters and are seemed as psychotic and creepy. But deep down, they’re the only ones who know why they’re doing what they’re doing in the first place.
@myfriendisaac 4 ай бұрын
1:12 Mind you, MOST of the violence is implied 🤷🏾♂️😂 I just heard of this movie last week randomly & already watched it several times! *The Hitcher* is brilliantly done 💯🍿
@OhhTier 2 жыл бұрын
I remember watching this film as a kid because I had just watched C.Thomas Howell in Red Dawn and this film freaked the fuck out of me 😂😂😂 Such a great film
@clarissawestbrook2203 2 жыл бұрын
I have heard of this film but I have never seen it before. I will watch it today. I'm so excited! This movie is an underrated horror classic. It is at least a top 30 greatest horror film of all time and maybe higher. This was a great review and breakdown Cody.
@offspringfan1288 Жыл бұрын
The Hitcher is one of my favorite films of all time!!!
@EZeePZee86 8 ай бұрын
My mum made me watch this when I was a kid.... ❤ It, she is the reason I love movies and appreciate actors, Rutger Hauer was a amazing actor, I'll never forget his sinister smile, brilliant film absolute classic.
@jabariweathers309 2 жыл бұрын
This one is so excellent. Eric Red is a wonderful writer, and what an intense film. Also, that soundtrack is to die for.
@barrycohen311 4 ай бұрын
Excellent film. French cinephiles would consider it to even be an Art Film I suspect. This film is Cannes Film Festival worthy IMO.
@jalenjohnson1662 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve already seen some people mention this here, so it’s not an original thought. However, there is no way that Nolan wasn’t inspired by this film while writing The Dark Knight. People go on about how that film feels like Heat. However, to me I’ve seen it as Heat meets The Hitcher. I love the Joker in Dark Knight, but there’s so many similarities between his character and John Ryder that I don’t think it’s a coincidence. I’ve read the comics, but the way that character in portrayed in that film feels closer to The Hitcher than anything else.
@Anubis-hl6wh 2 жыл бұрын
i’m glad you started this review by showing how critics most times don’t know what they’re talking about. The fact that the hitcher keeps coming after him just to mess with him until he says those 3 words “I wanna die” . this is a underrated classic. I’ve always loved this movie. It’s weird they tried to make it seem like it’s a freddy 2 plot when it has nothing to do with that
@CodyLeachYT 2 жыл бұрын
It's all a matter of taste. They had a history of shitting on horror films so violence was clearly an annoyance for them.
@Anubis-hl6wh 2 жыл бұрын
@@CodyLeachYT it just surprises me because silence of the lambs was praised for similar themes. I just never understood how anyone could hate on this movie. The realism, & the tone makes it a good horror film. This was a good review & thanks for the content. Also have you ever thought about rating clive barker films( lord of illusions, nightbreed, etc)
@truthreignsforever9286 Жыл бұрын
When I see trucks parked in a line at the truckstop in the night, I get chills down my spine, and I think of this movie
@NyEvE 2 жыл бұрын
I LOVE this movie so glad you are covering it …could never understand why it isn’t spoken about more ..mayb you will light a fire with reviewers on this one..this review has made my day keep doing your thing Cody
@Stand_By_For_Mind_Control Жыл бұрын
It really is a masterclass of suspense. Which is insane how hard critics hated it when it came out. But I guess they couldn't handle Hitchcock but realistic. People who everyone loves but had a pathetically weak stomach like Roger Ebert were savage on this just because of some of the darker parts.
@akelly4207 Жыл бұрын
First watched this when I was twelve and already a major horror fan. I had a crush on C Thomas Howell and Rutger Hauer. It stayed with me after watching unlike the majority of horror movies. I generally like stories that don’t leave loose ends but in this case it worked. Not explaining not overdoing the Ryder characters background or identity makes it so much more mysterious, creepy and affective.
@desertrose1226 Жыл бұрын
I’ve still got a mad crush on Rutger especially here .. I just think he was so very attractive.. it’s a brilliant movie. One of my favorites.
@akelly4207 Жыл бұрын
@@desertrose1226 He was incredibly attractive... and that voice, swoon.
@561skyline 2 жыл бұрын
Your analysis of this movie reminded me a lot of how I view collateral. At the end, the victim is not only stronger but also a better person overall after defeating their foe.
@donpong9098 2 жыл бұрын
Drumdums does these underrated ones too. Cool
@adamgeorge5077 2 жыл бұрын
My dad only likes three horror movies throughout his entire life and it’s this movie, the original Black Christmas, and The Thing. Starting to think he’s got a real good taste in horror movies lol
@FriendlyNeighborhoodUnclePete 2 жыл бұрын
This movie is 100% a masterpiece
@deborahhanna9126 8 ай бұрын
I loved Rutger Hauer from a teenager and have enjoyed this movie for many many years. Owned it on VHS and then on dvd. His lack of background development compliments his handsome and 'charming' persona for this. He was an excellent villain as well as an excellent hero in other things. I think it took a lot of elements from the 70s classic 'DUEL' with the ultimate mystery of literally NEVER seeing the villain. This one leaves the viewer with the sense that instead of being washed out and empty at the end, Jim Halsey has life still left in him. As for JJLeigh not wanting a lovescene, she is the same actress who had just been fully exposed in the movie Flesh and Blood, also with Rutger Hauer. Innuendo would suggest that they had a several years long affair and that would Explain her reticence. But perhaps it was an artistic choice. I believe he also had an ongoing relationship with Joan Chen with whom he appeared in several films.
@Plainview-tu7xn 2 жыл бұрын
Siskel and Ebert were fun to listen to, but they were both dopes. Especially as It relates to certain genres.
@supastar25 2 жыл бұрын
Dude...I had this in my watch list for a couple months now but when I saw you reviewed it I decided to finally watch it this week....and holy shit! It's a phenomenal film...the script has no fat on it and ramps up the tension all the way throughout until the end credits...so good. It reminds me so much of Spielberg's early classic DUEL...Both leads were so good and damn I'm gonna miss Rutger Hauer. Thanks for reviewing this and keep bringing us these underrated gems.
@jeremyv3010 2 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more Cody. I put this and Near Dark in the same camp. Is The Hitcher a bit more popular? Sure. But I’ve always grouped these two movies together as amazing horror movies with excellent atmosphere, that are way under appreciated.
@DNOstalgia 2 жыл бұрын
Clever thumbnail. My mum always loved this movie.
@dakotahwelch1714 2 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! One of the most underrated thrillers ever made! Owned this bad boy on VHS and you can see how this movie influenced alot of other thriller's like Joy ride to make one!
@Neat0_o 2 жыл бұрын
Cody. As a fellow cody myself I just have to say that I watched your video about you being a full time KZfaqr.. I hope you never quit! Things get hard but that’s what makes badass people. You’re one of the best in my opinion. You just have the voice ya know lol. Anyway. Keep going brother.
@HEYitzED 2 жыл бұрын
Hell yes! I’ve been wanting you to review this for a long time. I’ve always loved this film. Rutger Hauer was absolutely terrifying.
@bruh_hahaha 2 жыл бұрын
I LOVE the road-thriller-horror sub genre. This and DUEL are two of my all time favorites. Joy Ride and Breakdown are also quite exceptional.
@supastar25 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely...it reminds me so much of Duel...and Breakdown is easily one of my favourite films in this sub genre...it's fantastic. I watched Joy Ride for the first time last year and loved it...that's when I realized that this is a sub genre I genuinely enjoy.
@vaderfett3229 2 жыл бұрын
YES!!! THE HITCHER is and always will be one of my all time favourites in ANY genre. The late, great Rutger Hauer gives a chilling performance, so subtle yet memorable. Mark Isham's musical score is beautiful and haunting. Like you said Cody - it is still criminally underrated! Here in UK, Second Sight films announced that they are working on a new remastered blu ray... but we've been waiting for years! Anyhoo... Great review, Cody. Hopefully, more people will watch and appreciate this classic.
@SamM_Scot 4 ай бұрын
I personally never understood why Americans praised those critics, especially Ebert so much and still do to this day. They have had some real awful takes on some of the greatest films ever made such as Blue Velvet, A Clockwork Orange, Alien and The Thing. All now massively influential masterpieces of cinema :-)
@Spaghettineck 4 ай бұрын
Such a legend. You’re such a legend for this review Cody.
@RobbieVanGone 2 жыл бұрын
Dude, your graphics and additions are looking top notch. Good job man!
@CodyLeachYT 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@scaressell6880 2 жыл бұрын
Yes !! I adore the Hitcher I actually rewatched it last night. Great villain, great protagonist. Amazing pacing, it’s one of my favorites.
@NitPickz 2 жыл бұрын
I swear, so many great horror movies I've seen have a human antagonist, this being a prime one. This movie, Psycho, Silence of the Lambs, Joy Ride, Wolf Creek, The Midnight Meat Train (kinda), Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, Roadgames, Targets, 10 Cloverfield Lane, Don't Breathe and Se7en. But there's plenty more out there than just those films.
@ZoCrawford 2 жыл бұрын
This is without a doubt you’re best thumbnail in my opinion. Just wanted to say that lol 🔥
@CodyLeachYT 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@davew005 2 жыл бұрын
Cody, im really happy you did this review. The Hitcher was awesome.
@kevinlyons5578 2 жыл бұрын
Great review Cody always nice to see your thoughts on a film. Keep up the great content. Also can we get more video game related content on your other channel?
@jamesimpellizzeri1970 Жыл бұрын
"The Hitcher" (1986) was always one of my favorites!
@tonybp 8 ай бұрын
This movie stuck with me for a long time. It'surreal, tense, it has a very unique vibe. Love the movie.
@ColinCayvzmusic1111 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic depth in this review, brother. You've helped me see this movie in a deeper way. Pprreciate it!
@CodyLeachYT 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@gdm415 Жыл бұрын
Hey bro, Soul man is a classic!! Loved that movie and the basketball scene.
@diamondsnake1273 2 жыл бұрын
There is an episode of "Masters of Horror" with murderous hitcher fighting with murderous truck driver.
@gregoryjenkins8645 2 жыл бұрын
True, but the Hitcher came first, Snake 🐍.
@darealberrygarcia 2 жыл бұрын
I first saw this on VHS when I was 14 in 1998. It was recommended to me by my local video store guy, I immediately fell in love with it. The part where his girl got ripped apart always stuck with me sheesh
@TheJrod482x 2 жыл бұрын
Very underrated film. Loved it as kid and love it now. Always wished Rutger Hauer was in more films.Had some classic roles.
@MovieProdigy25 2 жыл бұрын
I've only seen the remake so I'm gonna watch this tonight thanks Cody
@Jonn-Jonzz 2 жыл бұрын
I watched this a couple weeks back with my friend, my 2nd time and his 1st, I loved it even more a 2nd time and he was shocked it went under his radar, 5/5 ⭐️
@Blitzwing83 Жыл бұрын
Great review overall, however while not entirely absent, I can't help but feel some kind words about direction by Robert Harmon, cinematography by John Seale, and story/script by Eric Red would have been worth mentioning here.
@derekstrome7287 2 жыл бұрын
The cinematography in this film is excellent
@shelbygreen0310 2 жыл бұрын
Loving the video intro…. And fuck critics… The Hitcher is in my top 20 favorite Horror Films of all time
@TheRetroEngine 5 ай бұрын
Ryder actually says his motivation. He wants to be stopped.
@Wrightgrlgnebd 2 жыл бұрын
Yes this is such an underrated film no one talks about until now. Love the remake cause shot at UT Austin with Sophia Bush and Sean Bean. Would love if you do the series and rank it!
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