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The Truth is Terrifying: Horror Inspired by True Events
The fantastical world of cinematic horror can offer a great escape, but many horror films have their roots firmly planted in true and terrifying reality. What is so scary about a horror movie? Is it...
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Some of the best, most original horror content — made by the most promising genre talent — can be discovered by watching short horror films How long do movies last? A cool hour and a half? Over two...
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The Allure of Japanese Horror (J-Horror)
J-Horror continues to captivate audiences worldwide with hauntingly beautiful tales of revenge and psychological turmoil, deeply rooted in Japanese culture Japanese horror, J-Horror for short, is my...
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Second Chance: The Torture Chamber of Dr. Sadism
After a bad first taste, we revisit “The Torture Chamber of Dr. Sadism” to see if the film does more or less to impress on a second viewing I love horror movies, so I try to watch as many as possible....
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Reel Review: The First Date (2017)
“The First Date” is a highly unique and entertaining horror comedy anthology that makes up for its budget limitations with great creativity and endless fun The First Date (2017) is 80 minutes of...
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Reel Review: Haunter (2013)
While somewhat flawed, strong characters and a compelling, original story make Haunter a worthwhile addition to the supernatural horror sub genre Lisa is the typical teenager going through a typical...
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Programming a Halloween Movie Night (Part Two)
From nostalgic family friendly classics to modern horror anthology masterpieces, here are five great picks for the perfect Halloween movie night. Editor’s Note: I asked several of my writers to...
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Second Chance Review: Contracted
Contracted is a unique, disturbing and gore-soaked take on the zombie sub-genre that offered surprisingly more substance on a second viewing. Zombie movies are not my forte. They are probably my least...
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Series Review: Lore Season 1
Based on the popular podcast about the real life origins of our darkest nightmares, “LORE” is a dream come true for both horror fans and history buffs. It’s been said that truth is often stranger than...
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Creepypasta Takeover
What was once tucked away in Internet forums is now a mainstream phenomenon spreading terror through the web and in video games, podcasts, and tv shows. Sigh, why do I read things that give me...
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Reel Review: The Follower (2017)
Despite a clever premise and lots of potential, “The Follower” doesn’t quite deliver on the promise of its creepy and atmospheric trailer. David’s ghost-hunting YouTube show brings him to the doorstep...
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The Blood-Thirstiest Time of the Year
Horror for the Holidays: There is a holiday for everyone, and murder is the reason for the season this Creepy Christmas. Christmas has always been seen as a time for families and friends to get...
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Reel Review: The Devil’s Well (2017)
“The Devil’s Well” is a found footage style paranormal film that makes up for its shortcomings with some effective scares and truly creepy atmosphere. Paranormal bloggers Bryan and Karla Marks...
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Bedevilled (2010) and the Many Facets of Women
An in-depth look at the multi-faceted role of women in horror as explored in the brutal and beautiful South Korean horror film Bedevilled (2010) Women are a funny thing. On one hand, they’re soft,...
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Reel Review: Living Among Us (2018)
The horror comedy Living Among Us is a fun, fresh take on the vampire sub genre that successfully delivers both solid comedy and satisfying gore. If vampires were real, would the world accept them?...
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Top 5 Horror Game Changers
We look at five of the most influential films in horror, the game changers that surprised us and paved the way for many of the movies we love today. 2018 is starting off as a fabulous year for horror....
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Second Chance Review: My Mom’s a Werewolf
The wonderfully campy but surprisingly entertaining “My Mom’s a Werewolf” is a movie that knows it’s bad…but it also knows it’s totally worth it. I’m doing this a little different this time — giving a...
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8 Great Modern Movie Posters
The Art of the Movie Poster: Top Eight of the Most Effective and Impactful Horror Film Posters of the 21st Century (So Far!) When you think of movie posters, the usual few always come up: Jaws (1975),...
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The Problem With Elevated Horror
The term ‘elevated horror’ sounds like a compliment, but it implies the genre needs elevating — as if just calling it great horror isn’t enough. I have a love-hate relationship with the term ‘Elevated...
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Reel Review: Ouija Seance (2018)
Ouija Seance: The Final Game makes a play at bringing something new to the supernatural spirit board sub genre, but it fails to bring its A game. Sarah, a student in Italy, learns of an old country...
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