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Celebrate Halfway to Halloween with Clown in a Cornfield

Each year, at the start of May, horror fans eagerly anticipate what we like to call “Halfway to Halloween.” This celebration has gained so much popularity that streaming services like Shudder and Screambox now curate extraordinary movie selections for this… Continue Reading →

Fréwaka: Irish Folk Horror for the Patient Horror Fan

One of my favorite horror tropes is “Don’t Open That Door!” which effectively stirs up fear with just the presence of an ominous door, with no idea what lurks behind it. I particularly dread it when that door leads to… Continue Reading →

April 30, 2025

The Stakes are High and Sinner Delivers

Vampires have long captivated my imagination, securing their place as one of my favorite subgenres within horror. My fascination spans decades, starting with the pioneering classic, Dracula (1931). This iconic film established the foundational lore of vampires in cinema, introducing… Continue Reading →

April 17, 2025

Hagsploiting The Rule of Jenny Pen

Hagsploitation is a subgenre of horror that has recently gained popularity. That’s a wild word, but it means exactly what it sounds like: horror films focusing on deranged older women. It may seem surprising that this exists, but it does…. Continue Reading →

April 9, 2025

Freaky Tales Makes a Sinful Connection

I love anthology movies, especially those with an overarching story, because they blend the excitement of varied storytelling with the satisfaction of a cohesive narrative. Films like Sin City (2005) captivated audiences by weaving multiple perspectives into a larger, interconnected… Continue Reading →

April 1, 2025

Unicorns are Magically Murderous in A24’s Death of a Unicorn

As the days grow warmer and the twilight lingers longer, I gravitate toward the thrill of creature-feature films. Something is captivating about the suspense of movies that showcase sharks prowling the deep sea, colossal octopi ensnaring unsuspecting prey and alligators… Continue Reading →

March 26, 2025

Novocaine is the Body Horror — Yet Not Horror — Movie of the Year

Can you genuinely envision a life devoid of pain? As someone who has a low-pain threshold, the idea sounds utterly enchanting. A visit to the doctor would be a mere formality, free from the usual anxiety that comes with a… Continue Reading →

March 12, 2025

Rumours is a Soap-Opera Satire Filled with Supernatural Terrors

Growing up, my aunt and sisters would constantly make me watch soap operas, and while they were fully invested in all the drama, I was just along for the ride — whether I wanted to be or not. Most of… Continue Reading →

March 11, 2025

An Unpredictably Absurdist Comedy? That’s Rats!

Absurdist comedies thrive on the illogical, surreal and nonsensical, often rejecting conventional storytelling in favor of unpredictability, exaggeration and unsettling imagery. They appeal to those who enjoy the subversion of traditional narratives, the shock of randomness or the deeper satire… Continue Reading →

March 2, 2025

Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force is a Mythic Spectacle

Since childhood, I’ve been fascinated by mythical creatures — dragons soaring through stormy skies, giants shaking the earth with every step and demons lurking in the shadows, whispering forgotten lore. There’s something deeply enthralling about these beings, whether they symbolize… Continue Reading →

February 10, 2025

Geek Culture, Zombies... and Other Monsters

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Fréwaka: Irish Folk Horror for the Patient Horror Fan

The Stakes are High and Sinner Delivers

Hagsploiting The Rule of Jenny Pen

Unicorns are Magically Murderous in A24’s Death of a Unicorn

Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force is a Mythic Spectacle