We don't know about you, but having your skin crawl in a theater with 100 people is a very cool experience. At SXSW, you can multiply that by ten. With one big franchise crashing the party and plenty of scary things just on the outskirts, horror is alive and well at SXSW. Check out our … Continue reading Most Anticipated SXSW 2023: The Horror & Midnighters
“Bones and All” is NOT an Instant Classic from Luca Guadagnino
After having worked together on 2017’s Call Me By Your Name Luca Guadagnino and Timothee Chalamet pair up once more for Bones and All. Both movies tell the story of outcast lovers trying to find their place in the world. Both movies take place during the 1980s and are shot immaculately against stunning but different … Continue reading “Bones and All” is NOT an Instant Classic from Luca Guadagnino
Review: ‘Bones and All’ is an Instant Classic from Luca Guadagnino
One of the most unique filmmakers working today, Luca Guadagnino can traverse nearly any genre on paper. The man was once known for his showy visuals, most prominently in I Am Love and Call Me By Your Name. However, each of those films featured undeniable power from the lead performers, marrying unique imagery with a … Continue reading Review: ‘Bones and All’ is an Instant Classic from Luca Guadagnino
Review: ‘The Retaliators’ Brings Horror Vibes to a Classic Revenge Tale
We often imagine the line between good and evil. However, we rarely acknowledge how easy it might be to cross that threshold. Whether someone looks to steal our power out of our hands or harm someone we love, we all can create true violence. After making some noise on the independent circuit, horror/thriller The Retaliators … Continue reading Review: ‘The Retaliators’ Brings Horror Vibes to a Classic Revenge Tale
Review: ‘Terrifier 2’ Favors Gore Over Scares, But Makes for an Effective Slasher
Back in the 1980s, the slasher became the default landing place for horror directors. Not only were dozens being released yearly (especially in 1982), but many fostered sequels. Mild success was all that was needed when the budgets ran cheap. As long you could get butts in seats, your latest slasher was bound to make … Continue reading Review: ‘Terrifier 2’ Favors Gore Over Scares, But Makes for an Effective Slasher
Review: ‘Hellraiser’ Returns With Gritty and Psychodelic Flair
When one imagines the Hellraiser franchise, the gloom and ugliness come spewing out. While Clive Barker's original film featured cutting-edge makeup and special effects, the subsequent films in the franchise struggled to live up to his talent. Instead, images of Pinhead and the other Cenobites became bits of self-parody. The franchise felt like a relic … Continue reading Review: ‘Hellraiser’ Returns With Gritty and Psychodelic Flair
Review: ‘Two Witches’ Scares Despite Uneven Storytelling
While there are dozens of monsters that find their way into horror films, witches remain the most versatile. There are stories that showcase the exciting and fun side of witchcraft. Others face the gory details of black magic that chill to the bone. Directed by Pierre Tsigaidis, Two Witches leans into the darker, more sinister … Continue reading Review: ‘Two Witches’ Scares Despite Uneven Storytelling
31 Horror Days of Halloween: Rob Zombie’s 2007 ‘Halloween’ Stumbles as a Frustrating Reboot
The Rob Zombie aesthetic can be grating for some viewers. While his House of 1000 Corpses franchise remains a highlight, there are genuine peaks and valleys in his career. At the height of his power, Zombie sought to revive Halloween from its hiatus. In many ways, horror fans should be thankful to Zombie. The brutal … Continue reading 31 Horror Days of Halloween: Rob Zombie’s 2007 ‘Halloween’ Stumbles as a Frustrating Reboot
Bela Lugosi’s Undead – Episode 6 – May (2002) – Directed by Lucky McKee
We're back with 2002's May, a horror film from Lucky McKee. A dark, Frankenstein-adjacent slasher with a Vet Tech surprised us with its surprising themes and ideas. Come for dark horror, and stay for discussions about Rian Johnson's first job, a very excited Roger Ebert, and the weirdest caterer stories you've ever heard. 00:00 - 05:40 … Continue reading Bela Lugosi’s Undead – Episode 6 – May (2002) – Directed by Lucky McKee