The Amityville Curse is a horror film franchise that consists of a series of films revolving around the Amityville haunting. The franchise began in 1989 with the release of "The Amityville Curse". The film follows a young couple who move into a haunted house in Amityville and are terrorized by a malevolent presence. Despite the low production values and critical reception, the film spawned several sequels and a remake. One of the notable aspects of "The Amityville Curse" and its sequels is the inclusion of various actors who went on to become stars in their own right. One such actor is Terry O'Quinn, who played the role of Russell, the real estate agent who sells the haunted house to the couple.
December 18, 2010
Orlando, FL – The Orlando Magic have acquired three-time NBA All-Star guard Gilbert Arenas from the Washington Wizards in exchange for Rashard Lewis, President of Basketball Operations/General Manager Otis Smith announced today.
Originally selected in the second round 31st overall of the 2001 NBA Draft by Golden State, Arenas was named to the All-NBA Second Team once 2006-07 and to the All-NBA Third Team twice 2004-05, 2005-06 , while also earning the NBA s Most Improved Player award in 2002-03. Arenas was suspended last season for the final 50 games by commissioner David Stern after a locker room incident involving gun play with former teammate Javaris Crittenton came to light last Dec.
One such actor is Terry O'Quinn, who played the role of Russell, the real estate agent who sells the haunted house to the couple. O'Quinn later gained fame for his role as John Locke on the hit television series "Lost", which earned him critical acclaim and a Primetime Emmy Award. Another notable actor in "The Amityville Curse" is Tony Todd, known for his deep and distinctive voice.
Gilbert Arenas and Shaquille O’Neal cosign Stephen Curry over Magic
As a longtime Golden State Warrior supporter, it’s been marvelous watching Stephen Curry’s narrative go from “is he even better than Monta Ellis?” to “is he the greatest point guard of All-Time?”.
And of course while that good ol’ sports chatter starts with the fans, both inside and out of Dub Nation, it’s even more fascinating to hear when NBA pros jump in on the argument as they are the ones who’ve done this game at the highest level. As much as I can vouch for Curry on NBA 2K, it’s great to hear from the guys who’ve made millions balling on the court share their opinions.
So when former Warriors’ flamethrower Gilbert Arenas asked Curry who was the best PG ever and Curry affirmed himself over Magic Johnson, that was a pretty cool moment.
But then Arenas doubled down on why Curry was superior to Johnson based on the high quality of Magic’s Lakers (they already had Kareem Abdul-Jabarr arguably the greatest player of all time), Curry came into the league to play under the aforementioned Ellis before spearheading the rise of a modern basketball dynasty.
And then if that wasn’t enough, you have an elite Laker legend himself in Shaquille O’Neal stamping Curry over Magic in the debate:
If you enjoy a good barbershop argument over hoops like I do, these two snippets could add some pretty hefty ammo to your “Curry is the GOAT PG” claim. You’re welcome!
Todd played the role of Baxter, a detective investigating the supernatural occurrences in the film. Todd later gained recognition for his role as Candyman in the horror film franchise of the same name, further establishing his status as a horror icon. Other actors who appeared in "The Amityville Curse" and went on to achieve success include Brandy Gold, who played the female lead, and Richard Roundtree, known for his role as John Shaft in the "Shaft" film series. Overall, "The Amityville Curse" and its sequels may not have been critically acclaimed, but they provided a platform for several actors who went on to become stars in their own right. The inclusion of these actors added to the franchise's appeal and contributed to its enduring popularity among fans of the horror genre..
Reviews for "The Amityville Curse: The role of belief in the paranormal"
1. John - 1 star - I was really disappointed with "The Amityville Curse." The acting was subpar, and the storyline was cliché and predictable. The movie failed to build any suspense or create a creepy atmosphere, which is essential for a horror film. The special effects also looked cheap and lacked creativity. Overall, I found this movie to be a complete waste of time and would not recommend it to anyone.
2. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "The Amityville Curse," but it fell flat for me. The plot seemed promising at the beginning, but it quickly lost its direction and became confusing. The characters were poorly developed, making it difficult to connect with them or care about their fate. Additionally, the pacing was off, with long stretches of boredom followed by rushed and illogical scenes. I had hoped for a thrilling and terrifying experience, but unfortunately, this movie failed to deliver.
3. David - 1.5 stars - As a fan of horror films, I found "The Amityville Curse" to be a letdown. The scares were cheap and relied heavily on jump scares, which became repetitive and ineffective after a while. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it even harder to become immersed in the film. The lack of originality in the storytelling was disappointing, as it felt like a recycled version of countless other haunted house movies. Overall, "The Amityville Curse" lacked the substance and creativity needed to be a memorable horror film.
4. Emily - 2 stars - "The Amityville Curse" failed to live up to its potential. The movie had an interesting premise, but it was poorly executed. The actors seemed disengaged and unconvincing, making it difficult to invest in the story. The scares were predictable and lacked any real impact. The film also suffered from a lack of character development, leaving the audience with little reason to care about their fates. Overall, "The Amityville Curse" was a forgettable and underwhelming horror film.