Friday, October 19, 2007

Musty TV's Maniacal Movie Countdown - Day 19

I hate to go for the obvious, but "Freaks" is freaky, which makes it perfect freaky Friday viewing!

Sorry.

Even all these years later the film's use of real-life "freaks" makes for an uncomfortable viewing experience. I won't get into whether or not Tod Browning exploited his unique actors, but it's safe to say there hasn't been a movie like it since. It airs on TCM tonight at 6:15pm.

And here's a clip.



Disturbing foot note (wait for it). Right after I watched this clip I looked out my window at a building across the street and I saw the silouette of a neighbor who was sitting in such a position that it looked like he had a foot for a head. Freaky!

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