MovieChat Forums > Drive (2011) Discussion > Modern Films with an 80s Feel To Them

Modern Films with an 80s Feel To Them

posted 11 years ago by HamsterRecon
22 replies | jump to latest

Are there any other modern films with a soundtrack reminiscent of the 80s? The only two I can think of right now are Drive and the Maniac remake both of which I love.

Also on a similar note, if any body can of think of films that have strong beautiful and vibrant colors like Refn's Only God Forgives could you recommend those to me as well?

Thanks for any help.

Signature.

[–] wezzard 11 years ago

I saw The Machine(2013) recently and the soundtrack was amazing, very 80s s-fiction feel to it!

[–] HamsterRecon 10 years ago

Cool, thanks definitely plan on checking it out.

Signature.

[–] jobgary8 10 years ago

YOU'RE NEXT.........great slasher film with cool soundtrack, really gets going after first 20 mins.
stick with it.

[–] HamsterRecon 10 years ago

Yes! I have only been able to see it once, but it became an instant favorite of mine! Love it!

Signature.

[–] FloodDaga7 10 years ago

Beyond the Black Rainbow

Remember... The force will be with you, always.

[–] HamsterRecon 10 years ago

Thank you for reminding me to add that to my watch list! I have heard part of the soundtrack and I loved it, been wanting to see it.

Signature.

[–] bobbozzo 10 years ago

Sofia Coppola has 80s music in some of her films, e.g. Lost in Translation.

[–] punter_ag 10 years ago

"Hobo with a shotgun" stands out massively

[–] johndworkin65 9 years ago

Funny coincidence... I thought of this film immediately as well, but not for the music. It popped into my mind 'cuz the OP asked for films with "beautiful, strong & vibrant colors." I haven't seen Lost In Translation for a while, but I seem to remember that there were at least a few scenes w/ some brilliant color and photography. Cheers...

"What doesn't kill you, defines you."

[–] Bradilee 10 years ago

The Firm (2009 remake of an 80's movie) and The Business (2005). Both based in the eighties with lots of 80's music.

[–] HamsterRecon 10 years ago

I'll definitely check them out then. I didn't even know they remade The Firm which I have recently added to my favorites.

Signature.

[–] IAmGoatboy 10 years ago

The remake of Maniac had an '80s synth-style score, and so did the second Tron movie.

[–] jslavik 10 years ago

Two that immediately come to mind are American Psycho and Hot Tub Time Machine.

[–] RazzberryBeret 10 years ago

"Cold In July" starring Michael C. Hall, Sam Shepard, Don Johnson.
The film and the music (80's synth) is inspired by John Carpenter, in the best way possible. One of the best films of 2014.

[–] SeanJoyce 10 years ago

House of the Devil

Dredd

http://jmoneyyourhoney.filmaf.com/owned