(1973) *****
Sgt. Howie, a deeply religious officer, is sent to the island of Summerisle to investigate a missing child. The residents of the island off of Scotland are less than helpful and Howie is mortified to learn that the they take part in various pagan customs and rituals. Before long it becomes apparant that Howie is in way over his head.
The Wicker Man is a one of a kind cult classic that has the ability to seep into your subconscious and become a part of you. The attention to detail, the music, Brit Ekland's erotic siren dance, and Christopher Lee's portrayal of Lord Summerisle is enough to make this required viewing for any horror enthusiast.
Note: I am DREADING the remake of this film.
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I really wasn't planning on watching this movie again this year but my friend Matt requested it and I couldn't pass the opportunity.
True to his notion that this movie seeps into your subconscious and becomes a part of you, Summerisle here has a Wicker Man tattoed on his shoulder. No kidding.
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