Candyman: Farewell To The Flesh (1995) - Movie Review
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- čas přidán 21. 12. 2018
- Candyman was one of the standout horror films of the 1990s. Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh follows your standard slasher route of reviving the titular killer and throwing a few new bodies at him. Being that the slow-burn thematic approach of Candyman is something that doesn't necessarily appeal to classic purists, does Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh have more to deliver for slasher fans?
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The first candy man is one of the most underrated horror films of all time. It still creeps me out to this day...
Same I got teased on it my siblings scared me on it it was horrifying
You know Candyman 3 is BAAAAD because even Tony Todd regrets being in it
Well atleast hes in it thats a plus and probobly the only one
As soon as your lead actress is Pamela Anderson's replacement on Baywatch, you know the movie's in trouble!
Considering some of the shit movies he's been in, that says a lot
Cody! Do not watch Candyman 3! I repeat....do NOT watch Candyman 3!!! This movie is so bad that even Tony Todd said in an interview that he regretted doing it! It's that bad! So bad that they never made a Candyman 4!
Mario Lopez jordan peele is making a new one.
@@funkymunky8659 Well, let's just hope it's more similar to the original Candyman and not the sequels!
Mario Lopez i agree
LOL THATS AWESOME
@@mariolopez3728 I agree third one was bad!! Did you like the 2nd one? I hope the new one is good
my attempt to rationalize this with the ending of the first film - Helen did vanquish him (for a time, we’ll see the 2020 film soon enough) from Cabrini Green and replace him as the legend THERE. But his legend lived on in his birthplace of New Orleans, so he still flourished there, and Helen has no connection there. While this is going on, she’s haunting Cabrini Green.
I didn't think this sequel was bad, I find it to be good, it brings up more depth about the Candyman, I will admit it does have issues, and I enjoyed it.
I kinda like it!, much less as an adult tho... recently watched it and it has some good to it but is not a good movie overall IMO sadly. but ilike it.
Disappointing sequel but not the worst thing I've seen
Oh yeah far from worst
What about freddys dead
@@waluiginumberone4962 I like _Freddy's Dead_ even though I'd rate it 4/10.
@@waluiginumberone4962 " Be like me" be like me😂😂😂😂
That's why Candyman 3 went direct to video.
I'd go so far as to say the first film is a masterpiece and one of the best horror films of its decade. It's beautiful, poetic, terrifying... it's art. Plain and simple. For me, it is easily a perfect 10.
I actually didn't entirely dislike "Farewell to the Flesh." It's good for a few superficial thrills and has a handful of effective sequences. And of course Tony Todd is spellbinding as ever. But yeah... it's a standard schlocky slasher sequel, and it's a far shallower film. Definitely feels more like a "studio" film. I'd give "Farewell to the Flesh" a more middle of the road 6 out of 10.
The first one? Absolutely
8:11 HELEN is mentioned by her colleague at the very beginning, he talks about her during his slideshow presentation!
Sequel no where near as good as the first one but it's not the worst movie I've ever watched
Same thing I said.
I'm obsessed with new Orleans and mardis gras so I loved this sequel. Oh btw Annie is meant to be his great great grand daughter, she was not from the lineage of the lynch mob
I liked this cause Tony todd really does bring the candyman character to life he's amazing actor
Candyman: Farewell of The Flesh isn't nearly as good as the first Candyman Movie but I still think that it's an Okay Sequel.
The only things that are really worth in this Movie are the flashbacks on Candyman's Origin and Performance of Tony Todd.
Candyman 3 on the other hand is....TERRIBLE!
To be fair, there is a slight diegetic reason that Helen and Annie are as similar as they are - Annie’s a direct descendent of the person that Candyman targets Helen because she specifically reminds him of her. That said - while Candyman’s twisted romance thing with Helen is very clear, his motive toward Annie is... off. Does he want her dead? Wouldn’t he want her daughter born so his and Caroline’s legacy can continue?
The only good thing from this sequel, was the flashback towards the end.
It's not a horrible sequel, but yes its very bland. Candyman 3 will change some of your opinions on Candyman 2!
Hahahahahahaha, awesome bro! I didn't quite hate it like you did but I totally cannot argue with your points. If I come to this as a "generic 90's slasher" I can take some enjoyment from it. If I come to this as a sequel to the first film I'm like, "Aww, hell no!"
Good way to put it
Yeah I wouldn't say I hated it as much as it was just a huge waste of time. Everything in this movie is recycled and miles better in the first. I dont know if I have strength for the 3rd.
Cody Leach please do part 3... I am dying laughing 😂 from this review...
@@CodyLeachYT please review the third for us pleasseeee!! In quarantine we need the entertainment. I just watched your public service announcement on idiots using their cell phones in theatre & could not stop laughing!! AMEN, I agree!! Everyone needs to watch your epic rant😂
They re-used a lot of the score from the first film and added a few new themes.
I think the first film is about the legend of Candyman in Cabrini Green and at the end it becomes Helen's legend so she remains there. Candyman 2 it is the actual ghost of Daniel Robitaille looking for his lost family, not the tulpa created by the residents of Cabrini Green, so both Helen and Candyman can haunt different places.
That's the way I justify this film, but I don't like thinking of it too much, I prefer pretending there was only the first film. I think the producers of this movie just didn't care justifying the first film's ending and just retconned it.
@CodyLeach They are making a remake of the first Camdyman. Jordan Peele is producing it
Yeah hopefully it's good.
Cody, I have to disagree with you on a couple of things. Firstly, when you finish a movie like they did with Halloween 4 or Candyman, and in the sequel, it's evident that the main villain is coming back, you have to accept from the get-go that they threw out the ending of the last one and IMO, it's totally different from how they continued with a franchise like after Alien 3. In a way, I'd say this way of continuing a franchise is in fact " a soft reboot." So if you can accept "hard reboots" like Halloween 2018 (at least the concept), I don't see why you can't for movies like this, not saying that this is a good sequel, BTW. As for other Clive Barker films, if you've ever seen Hellraiser 2, you would know that it's just as good as the 1st one (or not depending on your taste) but IMO easily better. Great video as always!
I finally got around to watching your videos today. I like that you shoot from the hip amd don't sugar-coat your feelings about the movies you review,
This movie is amazing compared to Candyman 3.
I've been subbed to u for a while now nd I love ur reviews man. I can't wait for u to do Candyman 3 that shit is gonna be hilarious! Loved ur From Dusk till Dawn review. Keep up the great work man.
When did you do the Hellraiser films. I only see one review of that one. And if I say so myself, you say no more sequels to Clive Barker film, Hellraiser II is actually better that the first Hellraiser movie. 😏
The second better? Nah.
He's never reviewed the Hellraiser movies. And he's only seen the first 4 and Judgment (aka the good ones), and he only likes the original and dislikes the rest of them (and he hasn't even seen the worst ones).
Zak Playk Judgement is bad
@@RJIS We never speak of that abortion...or Revelations, for that matter.
Sinical I HATE Judgement
Tony Todd deserved better. Even Freddy, Jason and Chucky got decent sequels. Maybe we need a Halloween 2018 style Candyman sequel film.
well they are doing a candyman movie and doing a " real part 2 " coming in 2020
Unless Clive Barker is involved, I could care less.
With me, the first one, I truly loved it. This one, this was when I tapped out. Didn't like so much, didn't even bother with seeing the third. However, with how much worse I hear it is, just want to wish you the best of luck with that review, Cody.
OMG, please save your sanity. Candy man 3 sucked so bad. The acting in it made the actors from Troll 2 look Oscar worthy!
Now I cannot wait for your review for #3! the diff in quality between 1 & 2 is what to be expected between 2 & 3.
I will go on to say I only acknowledge Candyman as a one of one, no sequels or threequels. I heard they're redoing Candyman next yr too, bet they f it up.
Yared1212 candyman is just as iconic as freddy, jason, chucky and the rest of them, but candyman has suchhhhhh great backstory, better than any other slasher
Bad acting? Just wait for the third one.
Thoughts on Jordan Peele doing a sequel/reboot of Candyman?
Another awesome video, my man! Weird as it is, watching your videos helped me out while I was detoxing. Thanks brother and keep up the bad ass work!
Glad to hear it man
Hellraiser Part 2 is amazing and some say even better than the original.
I mean ... it has Dr. "I reccomend amputation!" Channard.
it’s pretty incoherent but in an endearing kind of way. i liked it a lot too
Cody can you please do a review on candyman 3 just solely for entertainment and humor purposes!!!! We get so much joy when you go off on a tangent on
what you don't like
I plan to before long
Mr leach you the man.... happy Christmas 🎄 to you and your family, really looking forward to your content next year.... funds are on the way in January to help your channel, no bs just a tight mouth matey
First one is the best, never seen that one, if I did, totally forgot it, lol
I agree that the "Candyman" sequels were rather unnecessary. The first film is an awesome, spooky, and thrillingly iconic one-off movie. In my opinion, they could've made "Farewell to the Flesh" better by setting it in Chicago instead of New Orleans, expanded more on exactly how Annie and her family are related to Candyman's lover and exactly why he's wanting to come after them, and maybe having Annie live in Helen's old apartment as a cooler nod to the original.
I actually liked this film. Scared the fuck outta me as a kid. Music was terrifying .
I didn't see anyone mention this, but the brother in this movie is probably best known as playing the youngest brother to Tim "The Toolman" Taylor in Home Improvement. That was the only thing I found memorable out of this sequel that doesn't involve Tony Todd.
Candyman 3 is so bad ,if you think Farewell to the Flesh was a disservice the first one, part 3 just stomps on everything good about the original into dust
Well, although I would not recommend it to the casual viewer, I think it is necessary to complete the series review for your audience. The more episodes you do, and franchises you complete, the more viewers you'll draw. I would definitely lower your expectations going in, and keep telling yourself it's the last one.
I'll do the 3rd for sure just not in a rush
I enjoy the second movie it was my introduction to the franchise (so sue me XD) but I'd say it's passable at most.
Off topic, but I’ve heard your positive reviews for The Collector on Hallowstream in and other videos. THANK YOU. I watched for the first time the other night and I loved it. I was on the edge of my seat and can’t wait to watch again and again. Not sure how I missed this when it came out but again thank you for the reference 😬👏🏾
I never bothered with the sequels. Now I know I don't have to! Just saw the original Black Christmas -- it was awesome!! When's the review coming?
Tomorrow likely
I disagree with you Cody I really liked the flashback it was the only part I liked of this movie
Of all the horror films I’ve seen, ive never seen Candyman, but this has pushed me to watch it. Thanks Cody!
When he killed the cosplay ben franklin at the start of the movie that was cool
Awesome job once again CODY! LOVE YA!!!! XOXOXO "JENN"
Are you thinking about doing top 5 worst horror sequels?
Hes not trust me😁
This is how his list would go
5. Freddy's Dead
4. Freddy's Dead
3. Freddy's Dead
2. Freddy's Dead
1. Freddy's Dead
Thats funny
@@shenlochbrachass9684 nah.
5. Seed of chucky
4. Seed of chucky
3. Freddy’s dead
2. Freddy’s dead
1. Freddy’s dead
No sequels to Clive Barker stories ever, except Hellraiser, since H2 was fantastic.
When’s the Candyman 3 review
I actually really liked the first Candyman. Haven't seen the sequels, but if you say skip it, I'll take your word for it, Cody lol
I LOVE the origin scene of candy man in this movie
Cody, When you're right. You're Right! U Rock!!!
Farewell to the Flesh is a fine sequel. That third one though.... Ouch.
Loved the first one, but never could finish this one. Started to rewatch this one the other day and seemingly took forever to get to the point of what this film was supposed to be
Great review Cody
Hey Cody do you still plan in talking about the day of the dead?
If it's an iconic horror movie, the sequels are always bad
Toney todd is the only thing good about the sequels
Really ? Cm3 would like a word with you even he looks bored and can't save that shite show.
Review Better Watch Out . So good
I've heard whispers of a reboot
Is it worse than Freddys Dead?
I loved the flashback sequence
I remember this movie I couldn’t blink for a week
I just liked that it was set in new orleans, i grew up near it so it always made candyman even creepier because the story was so close.
The title is pretty badass, though.
Good comparison there Cody.It is like what happened with Hellraiser series.
Cody maybe what the director was going for here in the sequel when he said it's always been about you is perhaps the being related thing now in the 1st one maybe they direction for that one was that they were gonna make Helen the next candyman me personally I like to think outside the box let me know what you think and we'll discuss more
The hook is a new instrument in place of what they took from him and that's his hand.
You still have to do 3. I personally don’t think it’s as bad as everyone else says, it’s a movie to shut your brain off and just watch.
Thank you for the recommendation for skipping this sequel. I never saw it but really love the first one.
Yeah not worth seeing
@@CodyLeachYT third one is worse! Lol you would have lots of criticism for that installment. You inspired me to go watch the original tonight. it has been years since I've seen it. I'm Halloween type of fan myself
@@anitaknight3915 awesome! Enjoy
This sequel stinks like spoiled honey!
I disagree
Please review Tales from the crypt Deman Knight.
Great shout! One of my faves!
Everyone's right Cody. You think this one was bad? HOLY CRAP!!! Candyman 3 makes this one look like a masterpiece. Please review it...I just want to see you lose your shit!
Seems like a rule in Horror sequels that if you survive one film you die in the next.
I think this one is JUST ok but I honestly really struggled to even finish 3. I assume unless you just want to get it over with you'll need a couple of sittings to finish it. It has some of the worst directing possible. It looks bad. The acting is horrible; the main actress comes off as a low tier pornstar or something. Its just all around a bad movie. Tony Todd alone could not save that movie.
No sequels to Clive Barker stories haha. Ah that gave me a laugh cause it’s sad but true.
This shit is beyond scary because of spirits and myths
Great review Cody, pretty much summed it up buddy, you can hear the studio executives milking the shit out of this franchise, it's a sequel so need more kills, oh lets do the Candyman backstory oh & let's ignore & fuck Helens arc from the previous film we just say Candyman is back.
You think this bad wait till Candyman 3 OMG it's awful, I'm predicting a "fuck this movie" rating.
Man Cody i love your videos so much! Your very good at what you do. However, not all Clive Barker sequels have been as bad as Farewell to the Flesh. Hellraiser II if not better than the original is at the very least on par. I really love Hellraiser III as well. I know your not trying to get into a series right now, but i hope you do the Hellraiser series in the future.
Yeah alot of people love Hellbound I didnt care for it myself
I think this is the first candyman I watched as a kid and it scared the crap out of me! Lol
This one is nostalgic for me tho Cody I seen it first before original as a child and tony Todd scared the shit out of me
I think candyman 2 is a decent sequel. The first one is definitely better but overall I think candyman 2 is a decent sequel. It definitely has some flaw's and there's thing's that could've been done better though.
And in this film instead of an urban legend kept alive by the stories told about him and needing to kill from time to time in order to keep those stories going and keep existing like he was in the 1st film Candyman's now a ghost whose spirit is in the mirror.
I liked 3 as it makes much more sense as to why he is after her it goes back to why he was killed in the first place. I liked it anyway i believe it's called Candyman: day of the dead after the lantino holiday
i loved the new orleans mardi gras setting, but yeah this was just OK at best.
I remember her brother from home improvement and the Alf movie.
Pretty good Tony impression and I agree. Should have just left it alone
I actually like Candyman 1 and 2. And yes, part 3 is bad.
Hellraiser 2 was a good sequel to a Clive Barker story/film... but I think that might be the only one.
Hellraiser 2 was amazing.
Haven’t seen it and I don’t intend to lol!
I ❤️ Farewell to the flesh
I bought this movie in a pack together with Carrie and Stigmata. Never saw it btw and after your review.... I really don't want to.
i’m going to watch all three just to give a fair assessment
How was it?
I thought the first sequel, 'Hellbound' (1988) to Clive Barker's original 'Hellraiser' (1987) was decent. Oh and I thought 'farewell to the flesh' (1995) was boring. I am looking forward to watching the new Candyman film in 2021.
I dare you watch part 3, it's horribly bad. This one had good music, too.
Candyman 2 was actually as good as the first due to Clive Barker's involvement. He made them both work. Also, the music by Phillip Glass was just as good as the first. The location being moved to New Orleans made for some great set-pieces and it further explored the anti-racism messages of the first film. Plus, it further replicated the atmosphere of the original short by Clive Barker.
Also, the acting was pretty damn good too, from Tony Todd to others including Kelly Rowan, Bill Nunn, and Veronica Cartwright.
I agree 💯 percent
I actually prefer this to the original because the original has plot holes and problems with it, though the score and Tony Todd is amazing.
Oh you think this is bad? Review 3. You're in for it! Also I refuse to acknowledge these abominations. :V
Three was worse than two smh. I only like the original one.