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Ryn and Shadowdog are right, unfortunately. 80's movies shine when it comes to whimsy, light comedy, and crowd-pleasingly brainless action/adventure. While there are exceptions, anything beyond that tends to come off as vapid -- self-conscious paint-spatter over dull square-jawed symmetry. Feel sorry for it, but don't take it seriously as art.

 

Sadly, a 1980s psychological thriller has to be masterful to the point transcendence to rise above the stylings of its era. Manhunter, while a good flick, does not succeed. I honestly prefer Red Dragon, while admitting it is a lesser film, simply because I don't find watching it to be as jarring an experience.

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I like both movies but Red dragon > Manhunter all the way. Michael Mann's film technique, most famous for Miami vice, is about as dated as Sonny Crocket's suits, pastel t-shirts, and loafers.

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