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![[Interview] A Conversation with Darren and Jeff Geare, Writers of THE RETALIATORS](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.webp)
![[Interview] A Conversation with Darren and Jeff Geare, Writers of THE RETALIATORS](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.webp)
[Interview] A Conversation with Darren and Jeff Geare, Writers of THE RETALIATORS
E.L. King interviews the Geare Brothers about the gore-fueled revenge horror The Retaliators, co-directed by Michael Lombardi.

E. L. King
Dec 2, 2022


MISSING Review – An Intense and Emotional Gut-Punching Japanese Crime Thriller
Missing is a captivating and surprising film with hints of neo-noir — it’s a slow burn that subverts audience expectations at every turn.

E. L. King
Nov 21, 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...

E. L. King
Nov 18, 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...

E. L. King
Nov 16, 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]...

E. L. King
Nov 8, 2022
![[Decoding Evil] A Study of Michael Myers and the Halloween Film Series](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.webp)
![[Decoding Evil] A Study of Michael Myers and the Halloween Film Series](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.webp)
[Decoding Evil] A Study of Michael Myers and the Halloween Film Series
Decoding Evil is a bi-monthly column exploring the monstrous and villainous antagonists in horror cinema, with Mitchell Brown providing...

Mitchell Brown
Nov 8, 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...

E. L. King
Nov 7, 2022


Deconstructing THE GUEST and What Makes a Monster in Horror Cinema
Mitchell Brown discusses how The Guest's lead antagonist, David toys with preconceived notions of what a horror villain should be....

Mitchell Brown
Nov 4, 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...

Mitchell Brown
Oct 26, 2022
![[BHFF] MEGALOMANIAC Review – A Feel-Bad Journey Where the Grotesque and Depraved Shine](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_4ec6bffc565241bc8a44442af39cb8c2~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_4ec6bffc565241bc8a44442af39cb8c2~mv2.webp)
![[BHFF] MEGALOMANIAC Review – A Feel-Bad Journey Where the Grotesque and Depraved Shine](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_4ec6bffc565241bc8a44442af39cb8c2~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_4ec6bffc565241bc8a44442af39cb8c2~mv2.webp)
[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....

Mitchell Brown
Oct 22, 2022
![[BHFF] DAUGHTER Review – An Intelligent and Psychologically Labyrinthine Journey](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_325aef485120473cbc9efb20751da2b4~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_325aef485120473cbc9efb20751da2b4~mv2.webp)
![[BHFF] DAUGHTER Review – An Intelligent and Psychologically Labyrinthine Journey](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_325aef485120473cbc9efb20751da2b4~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_325aef485120473cbc9efb20751da2b4~mv2.webp)
[BHFF] DAUGHTER Review – An Intelligent and Psychologically Labyrinthine Journey
E.L. King says Corey Deshon's Daughter is a tense, nuanced, clever thriller delicately navigating depravity and power dynamics. Beyond...

E. L. King
Oct 22, 2022
![[BHFF] MOTHER, MAY I? Review – Mommy Dearest Plays a Dangerous Game with Childhood Trauma](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_928ec1112616457685af55e592b883c9~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_928ec1112616457685af55e592b883c9~mv2.webp)
![[BHFF] MOTHER, MAY I? Review – Mommy Dearest Plays a Dangerous Game with Childhood Trauma](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_928ec1112616457685af55e592b883c9~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_928ec1112616457685af55e592b883c9~mv2.webp)
[BHFF] MOTHER, MAY I? Review – Mommy Dearest Plays a Dangerous Game with Childhood Trauma
E.L. King says Laurence Vannicelli's psychological horror Mother, May I? is thoughtfully crafted with distinct sensitivity, and embraces...

E. L. King
Oct 20, 2022


THE MONSTER SQUAD Review – A Halloween Adventure Paying Tribute to the Universal Classic Monsters
Mitchell Brown says Fred Dekker's The Monster Squad is an underrated, delightful, and hilarious cult classic. Have you ever wanted to see...

Mitchell Brown
Oct 17, 2022
![[BHFF] INFLUENCER Review – Kurtis David Harder's Venomous Thriller Knocks Influencers Down a Peg](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_163e5d8971fe40dcb90eacc0687172b0~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_163e5d8971fe40dcb90eacc0687172b0~mv2.webp)
![[BHFF] INFLUENCER Review – Kurtis David Harder's Venomous Thriller Knocks Influencers Down a Peg](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_163e5d8971fe40dcb90eacc0687172b0~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_163e5d8971fe40dcb90eacc0687172b0~mv2.webp)
[BHFF] INFLUENCER Review – Kurtis David Harder's Venomous Thriller Knocks Influencers Down a Peg
We can expect the unexpected from writer, producer, editor, and director Kurtis David Harder in his latest thriller, Influencer....

E. L. King
Oct 17, 2022


SPIRIT HALLOWEEN Review – A Spooky Family Friendly Adventure Lacking Heart and Zest
E.L. King says David Poag's Spirit Halloween lacks the adventurously contagious frivolity and excitement required to captivate audiences...

E. L. King
Oct 3, 2022
![[Popcorn Frights] FOLLOW HER Review – Fetishes, Lies and Video Tape](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_1b78c2b5fc354fb0a3cd37b0097d0984~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_1b78c2b5fc354fb0a3cd37b0097d0984~mv2.webp)
![[Popcorn Frights] FOLLOW HER Review – Fetishes, Lies and Video Tape](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_1b78c2b5fc354fb0a3cd37b0097d0984~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_1b78c2b5fc354fb0a3cd37b0097d0984~mv2.webp)
[Popcorn Frights] FOLLOW HER Review – Fetishes, Lies and Video Tape
E.L. King says Sylvia Caminer's Follow Her brings a clever, fresh and frightening perspective to the "social media is bad" trope. The...

E. L. King
Sep 6, 2022


ARMY OF DARKNESS: Defending the Black Sheep of the Evil Dead Trilogy
An exploration of the public perception of the character of Ash Williams within the Evil Dead Trilogy and the impact of Army of Darkness.

Mitchell Brown
Aug 8, 2022
![[CFF 2022] DANGEROUS VISIONS VOLUME TWO Review - A Horror and Genre Shorts Showcase](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_cf895722396e40ada8af4c3aca9cb1fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_cf895722396e40ada8af4c3aca9cb1fa~mv2.webp)
![[CFF 2022] DANGEROUS VISIONS VOLUME TWO Review - A Horror and Genre Shorts Showcase](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_cf895722396e40ada8af4c3aca9cb1fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_cf895722396e40ada8af4c3aca9cb1fa~mv2.webp)
[CFF 2022] DANGEROUS VISIONS VOLUME TWO Review - A Horror and Genre Shorts Showcase
E.L. King says the Dangerous Visions Volume Two showcase of horror and genre shorts at the Chattanooga Film Festival takes us to other...

E. L. King
Jul 3, 2022
![[Tribeca Festival] ATTACHMENT Review – A Love Story Steeped in Jewish Folklore](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_88c5aa9432994d699a10ed2ec7cb0790~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_334,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_88c5aa9432994d699a10ed2ec7cb0790~mv2.webp)
![[Tribeca Festival] ATTACHMENT Review – A Love Story Steeped in Jewish Folklore](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_88c5aa9432994d699a10ed2ec7cb0790~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_187,h_140,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_88c5aa9432994d699a10ed2ec7cb0790~mv2.webp)
[Tribeca Festival] ATTACHMENT Review – A Love Story Steeped in Jewish Folklore
Attachment explores the deep bonds of love, superstition, and the complex nature of unhealthy codependent relationships.

E. L. King
Jun 26, 2022


REVEALER Review – Grab Your Bible and Your G-String, the Apocalypse Unites Unlikely Bedfellows
Revealer boasts stellar performances, a phallic apocalypse, and an incredible synthwave score. It's quintessential queer horror.

E. L. King
Jun 23, 2022
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![[Review] HUNT CLUB is Feminist Revenge Horror Prevailing Over Society’s Alpha Male](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_36563bf26e9541a78e27d5d5734c36ca~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_445,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_36563bf26e9541a78e27d5d5734c36ca~mv2.webp)
![[Review] HUNT CLUB is Feminist Revenge Horror Prevailing Over Society’s Alpha Male](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_36563bf26e9541a78e27d5d5734c36ca~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_468,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_36563bf26e9541a78e27d5d5734c36ca~mv2.webp)
![[PHFF Review] SATAN WANTS YOU is a Chilling Analysis of the Satanic Panic’s Inception](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_abe7e7cde4bf4f7db74a7b3a4ab9fd97~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_444,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_abe7e7cde4bf4f7db74a7b3a4ab9fd97~mv2.webp)
![[PHFF Review] SATAN WANTS YOU is a Chilling Analysis of the Satanic Panic’s Inception](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_abe7e7cde4bf4f7db74a7b3a4ab9fd97~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_467,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_abe7e7cde4bf4f7db74a7b3a4ab9fd97~mv2.webp)
![[Panic Fest Review] BLACK MOLD is a Study of Fear and the Decaying Mind](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_5286fd375b164d62a073a8b86abbd289~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_445,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_5286fd375b164d62a073a8b86abbd289~mv2.webp)
![[Panic Fest Review] BLACK MOLD is a Study of Fear and the Decaying Mind](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_5286fd375b164d62a073a8b86abbd289~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_468,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_5286fd375b164d62a073a8b86abbd289~mv2.webp)
![[Panic Fest Review] ABRUPTIO is a Bizzare, Lurid, and Dark Drama](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_77a26f5862dd46cd9b31fbda8ef484fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_444,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_77a26f5862dd46cd9b31fbda8ef484fa~mv2.webp)
![[Panic Fest Review] ABRUPTIO is a Bizzare, Lurid, and Dark Drama](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_77a26f5862dd46cd9b31fbda8ef484fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_467,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_77a26f5862dd46cd9b31fbda8ef484fa~mv2.webp)
![[Decoding Evil] When Passion Becomes a Prison for THE MENU’s Chef Slowik](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_181493a333d043f1a006057ad930b823~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_445,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_181493a333d043f1a006057ad930b823~mv2.webp)
![[Decoding Evil] When Passion Becomes a Prison for THE MENU’s Chef Slowik](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_181493a333d043f1a006057ad930b823~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_468,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_181493a333d043f1a006057ad930b823~mv2.webp)






![[Interview] A Conversation with Bury The Bride Co-Writer and Star, Krsy Fox](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_9c3f39e1e6a347519dfdaf1d55b61e86~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_445,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_9c3f39e1e6a347519dfdaf1d55b61e86~mv2.webp)
![[Interview] A Conversation with Bury The Bride Co-Writer and Star, Krsy Fox](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_9c3f39e1e6a347519dfdaf1d55b61e86~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_468,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_9c3f39e1e6a347519dfdaf1d55b61e86~mv2.webp)
![[Interview] A Conversation with MISSING Director Shinzô Katayama](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_0b54556b104c4111a3274f5f8dea6492~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_444,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_0b54556b104c4111a3274f5f8dea6492~mv2.webp)
![[Interview] A Conversation with MISSING Director Shinzô Katayama](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_0b54556b104c4111a3274f5f8dea6492~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_467,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_0b54556b104c4111a3274f5f8dea6492~mv2.webp)
![[Interview] A Conversation with Darren and Jeff Geare, Writers of THE RETALIATORS](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_445,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.webp)
![[Interview] A Conversation with Darren and Jeff Geare, Writers of THE RETALIATORS](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_468,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_0a1d495ebe8b4ceabfae7ed7a803e873~mv2.webp)
![[Interview] Brant Lewis on Growing Up with Horror and Queer Horror Rom-Com LIVIN' AFTER MIDNIGHT](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/265ad525d07946d8933412fd6141b363.jpg/v1/fill/w_444,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/265ad525d07946d8933412fd6141b363.webp)
![[Interview] Brant Lewis on Growing Up with Horror and Queer Horror Rom-Com LIVIN' AFTER MIDNIGHT](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/265ad525d07946d8933412fd6141b363.jpg/v1/fill/w_467,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/265ad525d07946d8933412fd6141b363.webp)
![[Decoding Evil] A Study of Michael Myers and the Halloween Film Series](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_445,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.webp)
![[Decoding Evil] A Study of Michael Myers and the Halloween Film Series](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_468,h_263,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/0048f1_62d0547edbe14354bbe7783756479351~mv2.webp)