The amulet of ranginb is a mystical artifact that is believed to possess powerful protective and healing properties. It is said to be imbued with the essence of ranginb, a mythical creature known for its wisdom and strength. Legend has it that the amulet was created by ancient sorcerers who sought to harness the energy of ranginb to shield its wearer from harm. It is said that anyone who possesses this amulet is granted a heightened sense of awareness and is able to tap into the mystical energy surrounding them. The amulet is traditionally made with a combination of rare crystals and gemstones, each one symbolizing a different aspect of ranginb's power. These gems are carefully selected and arranged in a specific pattern to maximize their effectiveness.
Okay. I know I’m stretching the “Vampire Week” theme with this SOV ghoul bash, but after reviewing the fellow SOV, “legit” vampire flicks Jugular Wine (1994) and Tainted (1998) . . . for me, these three films just go together, as result of them appearing alongside each other on the shelves of my local 10,001 Monster Video—the one regional mini-chain brave enough to carry Larry Buchanan’s Doors boondoggle Down on Us, the GG Allin document Hated, and the entire line of ’80s mail-order SOVs.
Scarecrow monsters, stupid teenagers, wrinkly ghouls with goofy voices, coin artifacts, ancient rituals, a sentient statue monster that feeds on shredded corpses, and a dumb teen sword fights the fat, old ghoul-boss, who looks a little like Dan Aykroyd s Judge from Nothing But Trouble. So it takes the myth of blue lights appearing at a real historical site in the city of Pueblo, where teenagers really parked their cars to make out with some claiming they were UFO s or bog lights.
These gems are carefully selected and arranged in a specific pattern to maximize their effectiveness. Those who wear the amulet of ranginb are believed to be protected from negative energies and evil spirits. It is said to create a shield of positive energy around the wearer, acting as a barrier against any harm that may come their way.
Curse of the Blue Lamps 1988
The long-forgotten Colorado-lensed regional horror flick CURSE OF THE BLUE LIGHTS is resurrected on DVD courtesy of Code Red Releasing.
The small town of Dudley’s local make-out point is nicknamed “The Blue Lights” for the sighting of the titular phenomena attributed variously to aliens and the ghosts of a century-old train wreck. One night college quartet Paul (Clayton A. McCaw), Sandy (Deborah McVencenty), Ken (Patrick Keller), and Alice (Becky Golladay) – along with would-be hot-rodders Max (Tom Massmann), Sam (James Asbury), and Bob (Kent E. Fritzell) – see the lights and decide to investigate. Wandering down to the edge of the river, they discover buried in the soil what they believe to be “The Muldoon Man”, either a statue likeness or the petrified remains of an ancient monster (named after the archaeologist who discovered it at the turn of the century before it disappeared in a tragic fire during its intended public exhibition). The septet decides to haul the ten-foot artifact out of the dirt and make some money off of it, but it disappears while they are getting a truck to haul it. The group follows the path the statue was dragged to the Sunny Hill Cemetery and the subterranean tunnels of its old crypt where they learn that the blue lights have marked the return to the area of Loath (Brent Ritter), leader of a ghoul clan whose birthright is to return The Muldoon Man back to life through the life fluids of innocent victims. When discovered, the seven barely escape with their lives; but Paul also has in his possession a small disc etched with incantations that is needed for the resurrection ceremony, so Loath sends his ghouls in pursuit. After two of their number mysteriously disappear, the survivors consult a witch (Bettina Julius) warns them of what will happen if The Muldoon Man is allowed to walk the Earth again.
One of the more ambitious regional horror flicks of the 1980s, CURSE OF THE BLUE LIGHTS has in interesting production design (particularly Loath’s dungeon), lighting, and make-up effects (courtesy of RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD’s Michael Spatola and THE RESURRECTED’s Mark Sisson) what it almost thoroughly lacks in acting and storytelling. The film seems to have cast seven protagonists less for monster fodder than so as to not burden any one of the cast members with too much dialogue, with the only memorable performances coming from Ritter’s ghoul (although more than a little of his dialogue is difficult to understand with the distorted delivery) and Julius’ witch (also sometimes hard to understand). The ghoul make-up is fairly accomplished while The Muldoon Man looks a bit like the ice monster from CABIN BOY (1994), but the substance melted down from the sacrifices and funneled into the creature’s mouth looks like pork and beans (and actually is according to the commentary track). The third act throws in an enthusiastic zombie horde (the featured zombies sporting some good make-up while the rest seem consigned to the shadows and silhouettes), a police shootout (utilizing Pueblo’s actual SWAT team), and a pyrotechnic finale. The end product is no THE EVIL DEAD or PHANTASM – it’s actually more like CURSE OF THE SCREAMING DEAD with some earnest attempts at production value – but still entertaining and quite ambitious during a time when flicks like these were all but supplanted on the video store shelf with endless product from the likes of Troma and Corman’s New Concorde. Regional horror fans owe it to themselves to seek this one out and encourage the rediscovery of other examples.
CURSE OF THE BLUE LIGHTS was released on videocassette by Magnum Entertainment in both rated (92:30) and unrated (95:13) – or “Original Uncensored Version” – editions. Code Red’s progressive, anamorphic widescreen (1.66:1) transfer is the R-rated version (92:30). The gore differences are actually slight other than a dissolving head and another head crushed by the Muldoon Man (although it’s a ghoul head so don’t expect the red stuff), roughly three minutes and sixteen seconds of the difference is actually the first scene after the opening teaser which shows Paul and Ken waiting in their car to pick up Sandy and Alice from school. This scene takes place during the daytime, whereas the R-rated version cuts from the teaser to the four already in the car travelling down the road at night (the commentators mention that this scene is missing, but not why it was removed from the R-rated cut). The transfer itself probably looks as good as the 16mm-lensed production can with its underlit or harshly lit night scenes, heavy color gel lighting and smoke diffusion. The scenes shot with saturated lighting (and the climax which might even have been shot with a colored filter in front of the lens itself) are more detailed than the Magnum release as expected, and it is easier to appreciate some of the film’s production design.
The disc’s most substantial extra is an audio commentary with director Johnson and actor Ritter (who had already been working on the crew before being cast in the lead) in which the director reveals that the “Blue Lights” was an actual teenage parking area. Johnson had already cut his teeth as a filmmaker with two TV documentaries on explorer Zebulon Pike – from whom Pike’s Peak, Colorado is named – and writer Damon Runyon who grew up in Pueblo and worked on his father’s newspaper before moving to New York. At the time, he had a studio that had been a former post office package management center with large spaces that allowed for shooting the car interior night scenes on set as well as an entire cemetery set. The Victorian mansion was a happy discovery with a photogenic exterior and fully-furnished interior, and several of the major props – and lots of Kentucky Fried Chicken – were donated by locals interested in the filmmaking process. Ritter recalls the make-up process (six hours of make-up application before shooting), his aversion to vanilla-scented fog after working on this film, and fills in some information on the cast members and their subsequent careers. The disc also includes two still galleries with over a hundred and twenty behind the scenes shots, script pages, close-ups of props and set decorations, the ghouls and zombies in daylight, the production office (including some shots from an elementary school tour), and promotional images. The disc also includes trailers for JUST BEFORE DAWN, THE POLICE CONNECTION (aka THE MAD BOMBER), DEATH MACHINES, and THE VISITOR. (Eric Cotenas)
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Reviews for "Amplify Your Personal Power with the Amulet of Ranginb"
1. John - 2 stars - The "Amulet of Ranginb" was a major disappointment for me. The plot was weak and unoriginal, following the same old formula of a hero embarking on a quest to save the world. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it difficult to connect with or care about their journey. Additionally, the writing style was clunky and awkward, full of unnecessary descriptions and tangents that slowed down the pace of the story. Overall, I found "Amulet of Ranginb" to be a forgettable and uninspiring read.
2. Sarah - 1 star - I cannot understand the hype surrounding the "Amulet of Ranginb". The world-building was confusing and inconsistent, with random magical elements introduced without any explanation or purpose. The dialogue was unnatural and forced, with characters speaking in clichés and delivering cringe-worthy lines. The pacing was also off, with the story dragging in some parts and rushing through important events in others. I was left feeling unsatisfied and frustrated by this book, and I would not recommend it to others.
3. Alex - 2 stars - As a fantasy enthusiast, I was eager to dive into the "Amulet of Ranginb", but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The plot was predictable, following the typical hero's journey without offering any unique twists or surprises. The magic system was underdeveloped and inconsistent, with rules and limitations seemingly made up on the spot. The characters felt like cardboard cutouts, lacking depth or growth throughout the story. Overall, "Amulet of Ranginb" felt like a generic fantasy novel that failed to stand out in a crowded genre.