84% on tomatoes... 89% of Google users like it... it has 2 sequels... yeah sooo underrated... hate when people misuse that shit... just because no one talks about a 30 year old movie doesn't mean that it isn't liked or a good movie it just means that people don't talk about decades old movies... y'all need to chill out with calling popular films and tv shows underrated... same with TH-cam channels that have like 200k subs and get hundreds of thousands of views..
Every time I turn up to a Halloween party without a costume and someone sarcastically asks me who I've come as I look them dead in the eye and say "I'm Darkman". Nobody's got the reference to this date. It's such a brilliant, underwatched, underrated film.
I'm glad your highlighting this movie and it's not being forgotten because it's a really good movie. I love the style of this movie, kind of like a super hero movie. Also love the score by Danny Elfman.
"I believe you. But let's pretend I didn't!" Splat! That scene really got to me the first time I finally watched this movie earlier this year. Sam Raimi really knows how to make a great superhero movie long as the studio doesn't interfere. I think it'd be interesting if him, Danny Elfman, and Zack Snyder worked together on a project.
I would always crack up when watching this movie on cable because they would change the curse words to something ridiculous. "Give me the FLUFFY elephant" lmao, i didn't make that up either.
Yeah, I think that it shows Liam is a dick, especially considering some of his recent political rants. I do think, however, that he was the best for the role.
Such an underrated film. A guy who not only can't feel pain but uses an artificial skin formula (that only lasts about an hour) to get back at the criminal syndicate that did this to him. I mean this was Liam Neeson early in his career. And he did such a good job playing the tragic, dark, sad Peyton Westlake. Robert Durrant was a great evil villian
@@thefrecklepuny The sequels were nowhere near as good as the original film, as the studio lowered their tone, so they were made for a more "General" audience. Much like Robocop III was lowered in tone, or neutered, to get a wider release.
Hiker Bro As much as I like Larry Drake and wanted to see Part II just to find out how the fuck his character survived, I’m kinda glad that I skipped both sequels.
In addition to Darkman having a Phantom of the Opera and Hunchback of Norte Damme look and vibe, I always thought Darkman’s bandaged face took visual cues from the Invisible Man.
@@BennyLlama39 I enjoy most of his movies, but if he got the part by snaking a friend, that's b.s. Also I just watched John Boormans Excalibur from 1980 and realized Liam Neeson is in that, and also in Krull, both movies I enjoyed as a kid.
You having the soundtrack to Darkman on vinyl is a level of awesomeness that very few will ever achieve. Seriously though, BRAVO!!! Very cool indeed. I think I would consider framing it and hangimg it on my wall as a piece of art. The illustration work done on the cover is nothing short of a Masterclass piece. In other words, very easy on the eyes. Lol. Cheers!
The music score by Danny Elfman superb and well done, as well as the Direction and the action sequences! Sam Raimi was going to direct Batman and The Shadow!
Have seen it 5 times, and have always and will always love it. It holds a special place in my heart. I was so happy for Liam Neeson, whose career I had been following since the good 1987 Cher legal thriller *SUSPECT.* I was similarly happy for Frances McDormand, whom I had remembered from her Oscar-nominated supporting role in 1988's *MISSISSIPPI BURNING.* And, of course, for the late, great Larry Drake, who really showed his acting versatility with this role, with which he clearly had lots of fun. Great film. 👍
I had an NES game "darkman", you had a timer to get between levels before your skin mask dissolved, it was probably terrible but I played it all the time
Danny Elfman did compose some music for Raimi's Army of Darkness Also, Raimi may have included John Landis since the two of them are friends, and both have appeared in cameo roles in some of each other's films. And it was Landis who convinced Raimi to include Jenny Agutter in the film
Liam was badass in the movie, and you're right about the music its operatic and adventurous. Bill Paxton would've been an interesting choice but I'm still picturing him as Chet or Hudson.
MINTY! You didn't even mention the DARKMAN NINTENDO GAME!!! It was actually a good game... A GOOD GAME based on a MOVIE!! Do you know how rare that is? Great video as always.
My cousin had it on the NES and indeed it was a good game. I cant forget the sequence when you had to take pictures in the game of the correct person ,so you can make a mold for the mask. It looked so cool back then .
My dad rented me this movie when I was like 8 or 10 somewhere around there and I’ve loved it ever since. The next time I saw Liam Neeson, he played a Jedi and I was hooked.
Sam Rami movies feel like one of your friends from high school grew up and actually tried to make one of the movies you guys thought up after school while mildly stoned and gaming.
I like how Larry Drake had qualms about the cigar cutter scene but two years later played Dr. Giggles, a complete bloodbath of a movie. I love Dr. Giggles though.
As a kid I remember watching this movie over and over! I don't know why I don't own it as an adult! Thank you for bringing this amazing film back to my attention. I must find this movie on DVD
Side note about cigar cutters; When Michael Jordan retired the 2nd time from the Bulls, he had a damaged right index finger. He severed his tendon with a cigar cutter and would have been unable to play for two months or longer. Not sure if he was inspired by Durant or not, but there you go.
Another thing. This movie was #1 at the box office on its opening weekend in North America. Proving being an "R' rated horror/comic book movie could work financially.
I loved Darkman when I was a kid. It was one of those movies we talked about at school after it started playing like crazy on HBO, Cinemax or Showtime.
Just watched this with my son because of this video. Thanks for reminding me of this great movie, Minty. He is 17 and never had the pleasure of seeing it. He loved it. :)
You know what is sad? When this movie came out I had friends who's kids dressed up as Darkman for Halloween and at School for their Costume parties and the Teachers didn't get the costumes. They kept getting asked - Who are You? And Who are You supposed to be?
The word that comes to mind when I think of Darkman is 'dynamic'. It has a dynamic pace to it, the score, just a very eclectic/edgy film, which wasn't the norm back in 1990. Thanks for doing this one too Minty, great memories!
Absolutely love this movie and its sequels. As well as the comics there was also a series of paperback novels set after the events of the movie. Some of which even feature his former love interest Julie.
MINTY, as usual I appreciate all your episodes! With your mention of Jenny Agutter,you had me wondering have you ever reviewed Logan's Run? I was 9 y/o when it came out & I am still a huge fan. Looking forward to your review if you haven't already made one.
Comedian Paul Mooney once decried: “I went to see a movie called Darkman, and was disappointed to see that Darkman was WHITE! Now, I can’t be Superman, I can’t be Batman, but got damn it I AM DARKMAN.”
*_Darkman is not only a great and underrated movie, it is also the prototype for Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man: Not only is the styles identical but some elements, such as Peyton fretting his head smashed through multiple glass panes is replicated in Spider-Man when the robber who is thought to have killed uncle Ben is caught by Spider-Man_*
Even in 1990, Liam Neeson had a particular set of skills.
Only one place I go for movie facts. Thanks, minty-man!
wstine79 Remember his skills in KRULL? Yeeaahhh
Ha
wstine79 - 👏👏👏
Some of Liam Neeson's first roles I recall were in Excalibur and Krull.
This is a criminally under rated movie.
agreed
84% on tomatoes... 89% of Google users like it... it has 2 sequels... yeah sooo underrated... hate when people misuse that shit... just because no one talks about a 30 year old movie doesn't mean that it isn't liked or a good movie it just means that people don't talk about decades old movies... y'all need to chill out with calling popular films and tv shows underrated... same with TH-cam channels that have like 200k subs and get hundreds of thousands of views..
@@trod146 if 5 out of 6ppl like it on rotten doesn’t mean it’s rated properly ✌🏻.
@@trod146 and i hate when people overreact and type of block of text over someone giving their opinion. You need chill out and calm down, snowflake..
Needs a legit remake
Every time I turn up to a Halloween party without a costume and someone sarcastically asks me who I've come as I look them dead in the eye and say "I'm Darkman". Nobody's got the reference to this date. It's such a brilliant, underwatched, underrated film.
Must've been a cool costume!
I think I need to watch these sequels 🤔
You should.
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I'm glad your highlighting this movie and it's not being forgotten because it's a really good movie. I love the style of this movie, kind of like a super hero movie. Also love the score by Danny Elfman.
I think it might be the first Action Horror Superhero Movie.
"I believe you. But let's pretend I didn't!"
Splat!
That scene really got to me the first time I finally watched this movie earlier this year. Sam Raimi really knows how to make a great superhero movie long as the studio doesn't interfere. I think it'd be interesting if him, Danny Elfman, and Zack Snyder worked together on a project.
"Give me the f%$#ing elephant!"
I would always crack up when watching this movie on cable because they would change the curse words to something ridiculous. "Give me the FLUFFY elephant" lmao, i didn't make that up either.
Actually the line was "take the f'king Elephant!"
Why don't you get lost pal
Didn't you hear me?.....
AHHHHHH!!!!
Thug 1- "I was engaged once to a girl with a wooden leg"
Thug 2- "Oh yeah, what happened?"
Thug 1- "Had to break it off"
Is it just me or this and The Crow are very similar? I wished we could have got a crossover between them.
Brilliant idea.
Liam scooped Bill for the role? Sounds like he had 'Taken' advantage of their friendship and 'Broken' Bill's trust. I'll see myself out...
Game over, man. Game over.
Yeah, I think that it shows Liam is a dick, especially considering some of his recent political rants. I do think, however, that he was the best for the role.
I love this movie! Classic! ❤️ its always forgotten about 😞
My favourite Liam Neeson movies in order:
1. Michael Collins 2. Schindler's List 3. Darkman. 4. Taken (the original)
@@stephenwright8824 What about Rob Roy?
Wow! That Darkman tv pilot looks like a Pepsi commercial...LOL!
That Bruce Campbell cameo tho!
Fun fact: He was portrayed by Bruce Campbell
@@slaytanicsabbath Groovy
He appears as a favor to Sam raimi
@@XeroFailGames His whole career is a favour FROM Sam Raimi though. Btw I fucken love Bruce "The Chin" Campbell!
@@Renwoxing13
I would disagree as they were both relatively unknown when Evil Dead was made. They were friends beforehand too.
Such an underrated film. A guy who not only can't feel pain but uses an artificial skin formula (that only lasts about an hour) to get back at the criminal syndicate that did this to him.
I mean this was Liam Neeson early in his career. And he did such a good job playing the tragic, dark, sad Peyton Westlake. Robert Durrant was a great evil villian
Such an underrated movie! Such awful sequels 😭
um....i enjoy part 2 & 3
Have never seen any of the sequels myself.
@@thefrecklepuny they are more of a continuation of the story
@@thefrecklepuny The sequels were nowhere near as good as the original film, as the studio lowered their tone, so they were made for a more "General" audience.
Much like Robocop III was lowered in tone, or neutered, to get a wider release.
Hiker Bro As much as I like Larry Drake and wanted to see Part II just to find out how the fuck his character survived, I’m kinda glad that I skipped both sequels.
I love this movie! I was Darkman for Halloween the year it came out😁
Pretty Dark Man as the night
Oh wouldn't it be fun to wear a Darkman face cover or neck gaiter for Halloween?!
I remember dressing up as Darkman for Halloween.
Best scene is when Liam Neeson yells at the kid to take the carnival game prize. 😂
"take the fckin elephant!"
In addition to Darkman having a Phantom of the Opera and Hunchback of Norte Damme look and vibe, I always thought Darkman’s bandaged face took visual cues from the Invisible Man.
Oh bless you Minty, I love me some Hangar 18.
I knew I liked this movie for a reason, and that is Liam Neeson!
Yeah . Same with me. I also like this movie for that same reason.
Liam Neeson has been in some dumb films.
@@kungfew1396 Every actor has at least one movie they want covered in Quickrete and tossed into the nearest lake. 🙂
@@BennyLlama39 I enjoy most of his movies, but if he got the part by snaking a friend, that's b.s. Also I just watched John Boormans Excalibur from 1980 and realized Liam Neeson is in that, and also in Krull, both movies I enjoyed as a kid.
Ah Darkman, love that flick!
You having the soundtrack to Darkman on vinyl is a level of awesomeness that very few will ever achieve. Seriously though, BRAVO!!! Very cool indeed. I think I would consider framing it and hangimg it on my wall as a piece of art. The illustration work done on the cover is nothing short of a Masterclass piece. In other words, very easy on the eyes. Lol. Cheers!
I'm sold, gonna check this out tonight! Thanks Minty! Dig your work brother!
The music score by Danny Elfman superb and well done, as well as the Direction and the action sequences! Sam Raimi was going to direct Batman and The Shadow!
I saw this years ago on TV. It's a pretty fun movie and has an element of dark humor.
So instead of a Batman/Darkman team up, we get Ash/Darkman team up?
Makes sense.
What’s next, Darkman meets Xena warrior princess.
@@andrewcoleman5775
Not a bad idea but it's more likely Darkman meets Red Sonja
As far as I know Xena dosen't fit in a world full of blood and gore
Have seen it 5 times, and have always and will always love it. It holds a special place in my heart. I was so happy for Liam Neeson, whose career I had been following since the good 1987 Cher legal thriller *SUSPECT.* I was similarly happy for Frances McDormand, whom I had remembered from her Oscar-nominated supporting role in 1988's *MISSISSIPPI BURNING.* And, of course, for the late, great Larry Drake, who really showed his acting versatility with this role, with which he clearly had lots of fun. Great film. 👍
10 things you didn't know about fortress (1985), plz.
I never understood how Durant survived that helicopter explosion with just a few scars.
I had an NES game "darkman", you had a timer to get between levels before your skin mask dissolved, it was probably terrible but I played it all the time
Danny Elfman did compose some music for Raimi's Army of Darkness
Also, Raimi may have included John Landis since the two of them are friends, and both have appeared in cameo roles in some of each other's films. And it was Landis who convinced Raimi to include Jenny Agutter in the film
Liam was badass in the movie, and you're right about the music its operatic and adventurous. Bill Paxton would've been an interesting choice but I'm still picturing him as Chet or Hudson.
so underrated
17:02 RIP Bill Paxton
1. ahahah megadeth
Great way to start a Friday... And Anthrax!
And Megadeth.
Dr. GIGGLES REALLY DID GET AROUND IN HIS HAY DAY !
They have Dr. Giggles comics!
MINTY! You didn't even mention the DARKMAN NINTENDO GAME!!! It was actually a good game... A GOOD GAME based on a MOVIE!! Do you know how rare that is? Great video as always.
Wait darkman had a video game?
Marla Wilcox It was basically a continuation of the film. Released in 91 I believe.
There were Darkman games on multiple systems... I had one for the Commodore Amiga and the wikipedia page mentions various different systems too.
I had that Nintendo game! Was actually pretty good game and challenging in some levels.
My cousin had it on the NES and indeed it was a good game. I cant forget the sequence when you had to take pictures in the game of the correct person ,so you can make a mold for the mask. It looked so cool back then .
The thing I remember from Darkman the most is.... JULIE!!!!!!!
7:54 Larry Drake had issues with some of the movie's violence!?? thats a lot coming from Dr. Giggles...
One of my favorite films, so underrated
Loving your use of metal & hard rock tunes from 1990!
🤘
I used to date a girl way back in the day that had a wooden leg. But I had to break it off!
I suppose she could have taken you to court, but she wouldn't have a leg to stand on.
@@calebleland8390. You're right, I don't think she wood!
@@aarongreenfield9038 Sounds like she may have been unbalanced.
@@calebleland8390. That didn't keep her from trying, but my lawyer nailed her:(In more than one way). Peggy won't be trying that again!
Nobody muscles Eddie Black
One of my favorite films. Thanks again, Minty. Keep them coming.
My dad rented me this movie when I was like 8 or 10 somewhere around there and I’ve loved it ever since. The next time I saw Liam Neeson, he played a Jedi and I was hooked.
Sam Rami movies feel like one of your friends from high school grew up and actually tried to make one of the movies you guys thought up after school while mildly stoned and gaming.
Liam Neeson is a National Treasure, a National Icon, a Living Legend, and the roles that he's been in are memorable.
I like how Larry Drake had qualms about the cigar cutter scene but two years later played Dr. Giggles, a complete bloodbath of a movie. I love Dr. Giggles though.
As a kid I remember watching this movie over and over! I don't know why I don't own it as an adult! Thank you for bringing this amazing film back to my attention. I must find this movie on DVD
Side note about cigar cutters; When Michael Jordan retired the 2nd time from the Bulls, he had a damaged right index finger. He severed his tendon with a cigar cutter and would have been unable to play for two months or longer. Not sure if he was inspired by Durant or not, but there you go.
Another thing. This movie was #1 at the box office on its opening weekend in North America. Proving being an "R' rated horror/comic book movie could work financially.
I loved Darkman when I was a kid. It was one of those movies we talked about at school after it started playing like crazy on HBO, Cinemax or Showtime.
If Sam Raimi had directed Batman, I believe that Bruce Campbell would have been epic as Harvey Dent/ Two Face
@Brandon Spain I can see a young Alec Baldwin in the roll, as well as Peter Weller.
Just watched this with my son because of this video. Thanks for reminding me of this great movie, Minty. He is 17 and never had the pleasure of seeing it. He loved it. :)
Make that 11 things - Didn't know that Raimi directed this one, no wonder it was so good!
Love Darkman! One of my favorite films. Always a good video Minty even when I know the 'unknown ' things. It's just fun to watch.
Lovin the Hanger 18 background music!! Nice touch!
Minty I freaking love every damn thing you review, its as if we grew up together sir, children of the 80s!
Kudos for that great background music selection.
Darkmans final smash, REVENGE!
To this day I still find myself thinking about Darkman just so well done .
Yes!! And to this day I'm still waiting for the TV series. I think there's still a chance
You know what is sad? When this movie came out I had friends who's kids dressed up as Darkman for Halloween and at School for their Costume parties and the Teachers didn't get the costumes. They kept getting asked - Who are You? And Who are You supposed to be?
I’m everyone, I’m no one. I’m everywhere, no where. Call me.., Darkman…
The word that comes to mind when I think of Darkman is 'dynamic'. It has a dynamic pace to it, the score, just a very eclectic/edgy film, which wasn't the norm back in 1990. Thanks for doing this one too Minty, great memories!
Absolutely love this movie and its sequels. As well as the comics there was also a series of paperback novels set after the events of the movie. Some of which even feature his former love interest Julie.
MINTY, as usual I appreciate all your episodes! With your mention of Jenny Agutter,you had me wondering have you ever reviewed Logan's Run? I was 9 y/o when it came out & I am still a huge fan. Looking forward to your review if you haven't already made one.
I remembering seeing this for the first time on HBO. Really liked it when i saw it. And i've been a fan of it every since i saw it. :3
I was shocked to hear Bill Paxton died, then I realized I had him confused with Dennis Quaid and was shocked to hear Dennis Quaid is alive.
Sam Raimi always makes crazy movies and this one is no exception.
Loved it saw it at theatre 1990
Darkman to Ash: "Hey, you look familiar... wasn't I you at some point?"
Came for the Darkman facts, stayed for the Anthrax and Megadeth.
Had to return to this video again ( just as I do the movie ) to say how much I loved this movie . And Minty's take on it .
Hey Minty, when are you going to do "REMO Williams - The Adventure Begins"?
"No, I am better than that." -Chiun.
"I'm learning to live with a lot of things." Best end of a character arc.
I just want to let you know minty I think your channel is awesome thanks for all the hard work you put in it is super entertaining
I recreated this makeup for brother in law.... We won the contest that year... I love this movie.
I think Paxton would have been a better choice, but its worth noting he made a great comic character in John Garret in the MCU.
Huge fan of Darkman! 👍🎬😎Tks for making this video.
i always loved this movie growing up. still good stuff
Another excellent film examination, Minty!
Classic... but I’m partial to Liam...I love him in just about anything ☺️
imagine if Disney had acquired the rights to Darkman and wanted to transform it into a lighthearted yet tragic Broadway musical....(shudders)
You should do a video on Next Of Kin. Liam Neeson and Patrick Swayze.........A forgotten gem!
The best thing about Dark man, is it's so old, most people alive today, have never heard of it, or have completely forgotten about it.
Great job! I need to watch these again!
Darkman came out while I was stationed overseas and I didn't get to see it until three years later. It was creepy, great watch, but creepy.
The man with 1000 faces, everyone....no one....everywhere....no where, call me DARKMAN!!!
Thanks minty. Was waiting for this video & Got it from u.
You have the vinyl o.s.t!!!!!! Super cool Minty
You failed to mention The Punisher with Dolph Lundgren which came out in 1989 worldwide (except in America, Sweden, and South Africa) and was rated R
I loved this movie as a kid!
Comedian Paul Mooney once decried:
“I went to see a movie called Darkman, and was disappointed to see that Darkman was WHITE! Now, I can’t be Superman, I can’t be Batman, but got damn it I AM DARKMAN.”
Hahah holy shit,that's hysterical
I love your choice of music so much. If you read this Minty I didn't give you credit 5+ years ago, but you've won me over. I've been a fan for years!
I had the great experience of seeing this in theater, and I absolutely loved it. Still do.
I have been benching all your videos and I love all the sound track
Neeson was unknown then
Well there was Krull and Next of Kin..
Big baldie was also in Swamp Thing..original movie
*_Darkman is not only a great and underrated movie, it is also the prototype for Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man: Not only is the styles identical but some elements, such as Peyton fretting his head smashed through multiple glass panes is replicated in Spider-Man when the robber who is thought to have killed uncle Ben is caught by Spider-Man_*
I have the vis up in the loft Loved this film as a kid.