Arcadian Review: Nightmarish Creatures Steal the Show
“You can’t stop the grass from growing.” In the wake of a global humanity-ending event, “Arcadian” emerges as a creature feature with teeth –...
April 11, 2024
Tagged: Horror
February 16, 2024
Out of Darkness Review: The Shadows of Humanity’s Past
In the shadowy prehistoric landscapes of “Out of Darkness,” director Andrew Cumming and writer Ruth Greenberg embark on a cinematic journey back to a...
February 9, 2024
Lisa Frankenstein Review: From High School to High Voltage, An Electrifying Take on Teen Angst
“Lisa Frankenstein” emerges as a vibrant splash on the monochromatic palette of contemporary film. This cinematic endeavor, directed with a keen eye for both...
January 22, 2024
Founder’s Day Review: The Horror Flounders During This Election Season
“Founder’s Day” wants to be a cinematic conundrum wrapped in a slasher’s cloak, offering a glimpse into the darkness of small-town politics with a...
January 22, 2024
Horror Reimagined: David F. Sandberg Directs Until Dawn Movie
The latest buzz surrounds adapting the critically acclaimed horror video game “Until Dawn” into a full-fledged movie. This development, a joint venture by PlayStation...
January 20, 2024
Maggie Gyllenhaal’s Bold Reimagining of Frankenstein Set to Electrify Audiences
Maggie Gyllenhaal’s venture into the world of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” is a refreshing and daring move. Gyllenhaal, already known for her skillful direction in...
January 18, 2024
Destroy All Neighbors Review: Gore, Gags, and Rock in this Symphony of Screams
“Destroy All Neighbors” emerges as a splatter-comedy that rides on its irreverent humor and a scrappy, DIY punk spirit. Directed by Josh Forbes and...
January 15, 2024
David Gordon Green’s Shock Exit from ‘Exorcist: Deceiver’: What’s Next for the Cursed Franchise?
We weren’t huge fans of David Gordon Green’s modern horror revamps of the “Halloween” franchise, and thought “The Exorcist: Believer” was a real miss,...
January 7, 2024
Sharpen Your Senses: Saw XI Carves Out a New Nightmare This Fall
It’s not the change of season that’s causing shivers down the spines of moviegoers, but the return of a notoriously grisly franchise: Lionsgate has...
January 5, 2024
Night Swim Review: A Dive into Suburban Horror’s Murky Waters
“Night Swim” plunges into the depths of the haunted-pool horror subgenre, a niche that has seen everything from the quirky to the downright bone-chilling....
December 4, 2023
Carving a New Nightmare: ‘Thanksgiving 2’ Set to Slash into Cinemas in 2025
A new cinematic terror lurks, one that slashes through the serene image of Thanksgiving with a blend of horror and dark humor. “Thanksgiving 2,”...
November 19, 2023
‘The Omen’ Prequel Brings New Chills in 2024
“The Omen,” a 1976 horror classic, has long haunted the corridors of film history with its chilling narrative. Now, nearly half a century later,...
November 16, 2023
Thanksgiving Review: A New Recipe for Fear
Eli Roth’s “Thanksgiving” slices into the horror genre, serving a feast of fear that’s been long overdue. On the platter of holiday-themed horror, Thanksgiving...
November 9, 2023
‘They Follow’ Promises New Twists on ‘It Follows’ Terror
A decade after “It Follows” haunted the collective psyche of horror aficionados, the announcement of its sequel, “They Follow,” has sent ripples through the...
November 5, 2023
Dial ‘S’ for Sequel: The Black Phone 2 Connects with June 2025 Release
With a slated release for the summer of 2025, The Black Phone 2 dials back into the eerie universe crafted by director Scott Derrickson,...
November 3, 2023
Dark Harvest Review: A Modern Twist on a Classic Scarecrow Legend
There’s a delicate balance between paying homage to classic tales and innovating for a modern audience. “Dark Harvest” attempts to walk this tightrope, and...
November 2, 2023
Fall of the House of Usher Review: A Haunting Tale of Family and Legacy
“Fall of the House of Usher”, while occasionally stumbling over its own ambition with heavy-handed social commentary, manages to weave a uniquely enjoyable tale...
October 26, 2023
Alan Wake 2 Review: An Evolution of Fear
Alan Wake 2 emerges as a haunting tapestry of narrative and gameplay innovation. Developed by Remedy Entertainment, this sequel to the 2010 original game...
October 18, 2023
From Halloween Nights to Everyday Frights: How Universal Horror Unleashed Will Redefine Las Vegas Entertainment
Universal Destinations & Experiences is carving out a new niche in horror. The division of Comcast NBCUniversal, renowned for its annual Halloween Horror Nights,...
October 16, 2023
Totally Killer Review: A Failed Attempt at Genre-Blending
“Totally Killer” attempts to carve out its own space by blending teen slasher and time-travel genre elements, but without either of the chops to...
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