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An aging horror-movie icon's fate intersects with that of a seemingly ordinary young man on a psychotic shooting spree around Los Angeles.
A Vietnam veteran, Bobby Thompson, descends into a spiral of violence and begins a killing spree with a high-powered rifle. His actions intersect with the final days of aging horror star Byron Orlok, who is making a farewell tour promoting his latest film. The narrative builds tension as the two storylines move toward a violent convergence.
Targets received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with many critics praising Bogdanovich's direction and the atmospheric tension. Boris Karloff's performance was also highlighted as a significant draw. While not a commercial blockbuster, it has since gained a cult following and is considered an early example of the slasher film genre.
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and direction.
Boris Karloff's final major role was a standout element.
Considered an early, influential precursor to the slasher genre.
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The film famously features Boris Karloff in his final starring role, playing a character eerily similar to his horror icon persona, Byron Orlok. The film was largely conceived as a vehicle to give Karloff one last significant performance.
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Hmmm… I’ve never quite got Bogdanovich. I’m still not convinced. _Targets_ is a good idea—old-school horror legend (Karloff, doing his best with what he’s given) crosses paths with a modern-day, real-world killer—but it never quite lands. ...
**_As relevant today as it was when it was made_** An aged horror icon (Boris Karloff) wants to retire because he’s weary of the biz and thinks modern life has become more horrifying than his old-fashioned movies. But a director/writer (...
Roger Corman offered to produce (without credit) whatever film first time director Peter Bogdanovich wanted to make under two conditions: He had to cast Boris Karloff, who owed Corman two days work; and to keep the cost down, he had to pad ...
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