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Mitchell Brown
- Dec 2, 2022
THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI Review – Silence Isn’t Golden, It’s Gothic
Mitchell Brown examines the highly inspirational silent horror film that paved the way for German expressionism. German expressionism is...
E. L. King
- Nov 21, 2022
MISSING Review – An Intense and Emotional Gut-Punching Japanese Crime Thriller
E.L. King says Missing is a captivating and surprising film with hints of neo-noir — it’s a slow burn that subverts audience expectations...
Tessa Kaur
- Nov 18, 2022
THE MEDIUM Review – Bone-Chilling and Female-Led Thai Folk Horror
Tessa Kaur says The Medium is a chilling tale about the horror lurking in Southeast Asian folklore. To a Southeast Asian, The Medium is...
E. L. King
- Nov 18, 2022
THE MENU Review – A Darkly Comedic Critique of the Art of Fine Dining
E.L. King says The Menu is a deliciously vicious satire and decidedly punchy gourmet horror. The Menu directed by Mark Mylod and written...
Breanna Lucci
- Nov 17, 2022
TERRIFIER 2 Review – Art the Clown Returns with Bountiful Gore and Sunflower Sunglasses
Breanna Lucci says Terrifier 2 is one of the year's best horror films with graphic gore, hilariously frightening performances, and an ode...
Sarah Kirk
- Nov 17, 2022
ALL YOUR FRIENDS ARE DEAD Review – Old Friends Unite for a Bloodbath in the Woods
Sarah Kirk says All Your Friends Are Dead is a horror comedy with bloody gore and heartfelt moments. All Your Friends Are Dead is an...
E. L. King
- Nov 16, 2022
BLOODLINES: THE JERSEY DEVIL CURSE Review – Frightening Folklore Comes to Life
E.L. King says Bloodlines gives audiences an in-depth and fascinating analysis of the origins of the Jersey Devil that will leave them...
Brant Lewis
- Nov 14, 2022
MALIGNANT Review – A Magnificent and Invigorating Return to Horror
Brant Lewis describes Malignant as a horror rollercoaster that perfectly embraces its campiness. [THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS] James...
Julia Straub
- Nov 10, 2022
SLAXX Review – Denim Justice Runs Wild
Julia Straub says Slaxx is a delightfully amusing story of humanitarianism and revenge. Co-writer and director Elza Kephart, with...
E. L. King
- Nov 8, 2022
HALLOWEEN ENDS Review – Evil is a Contagious Love-Hate Relationship
E.L. King says Halloween Ends displays promise with its exploration of evil but ultimately disappoints. [THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS]...
Brant Lewis
- Nov 8, 2022
POSSESSOR Review – Brandon Cronenberg Explores Bodily Autonomy, Gender Euphoria, and Dysphoria
Brant Lewis says Possessor is an excellent sophomore feature that explores gender through body horror. Brandon Cronenberg made a splash...
Julia Straub
- Nov 7, 2022
US Review – A Night in with the Tethered is Fresh Home Invasion Horror
Julia Straub says that Us is a unique psychological horror that’s chilling social commentary and careful symbolism that can’t be...
Sydney Bollinger
- Nov 7, 2022
RELUCTANT IMMORTALS Review – The Rise of Lucy Westenra and Bertha “Bee” Mason
Sydney Bollinger says Gwendolyn Kiste's blend of the psychedelic and ghastly Gothic era creates a uniquely dark and dangerous story...
Savannah Chess
- Nov 7, 2022
VIVARIUM Review – A Fresh Spin On Suburban Horror
Savannah Chess discusses how Vivarium depicts suburbia, children, marriage, and the horrific trap of it all. Many view the American...
E. L. King
- Nov 7, 2022
THE GUEST ROOM Review – A Unique Blend of Science Fiction and Revenge Horror
E.L. King says Stefano Lodovichi's narrative is chaotic and violent while endearingly tender in other key moments. [THIS REVIEW CONTAINS...
Julia Straub
- Oct 27, 2022
SINISTER Review – Obsession is a Curse
Julia Straub says Ethan Hawke shines as the psychological effects of Ellison Oswalt's ego unfold onscreen. Sinister (2012), directed by...
Breanna Lucci
- Oct 27, 2022
ORPHAN: FIRST KILL Review – Exploring The Multiple Sides of Esther
Breanna Lucci says Orphan: First Kill is a welcome prequel, with a fantastic performance by Isabelle Fuhrman and a multi-dimensional...
Brant Lewis
- Oct 26, 2022
HELLRAISER Review – Flesh for Fantasy
Brant Lewis says the latest Hellraiser is a successful reimagining of the franchise modernizing the story while keeping its essential...
Mitchell Brown
- Oct 26, 2022
HALLOWEEN III: SEASON OF THE WITCH Review – Celtic Folklore, Killer Masks and Science Fiction
Mitchell Brown says Halloween III pays tribute to the franchise while being a beloved standalone cult film. Sequels are tricky. Those...
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Mitchell Brown
- Oct 22, 2022
[BHFF] MEGALOMANIAC Review – A Feel-Bad Journey Where the Grotesque and Depraved Shine
Mitchell Brown says Megalomaniac centers on patriarchy, unflinching brutality, and a troubled character’s tightrope walk of empathy....
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