Horror is a subjective genre. Fans themselves can’t even agree on what constitutes good horror. Some require nothing less than existential dread, while others opt for a light sprinkling of spectral dust. But, no matter how you define it, people love to be entertained, and the success of The Conjuring Universe is diabolical proof. Our … Continue reading Based on a True Story: The Conjuring Universe
Tag: Horror Movies
Release Date: April 25, 2025 Directed By: David F. Sandberg Runtime: 103 min REVIEW Based on the 2015 video game bearing the same name, Until Dawn is the latest horror film attempting to bring the small screen to life. It’s an effort not always appreciated by gamers, and a sentiment movie fans understand considering the … Continue reading REVIEW: UNTIL DAWN
Shudder is celebrating 'Halfway to Halloween' with the creepy little Irish pot of gold, Fréwaka, directed by Aislinn Clarke (The Devil's Doorway). Focusing on the devastating effects of generational trauma, Fréwaka is the haunting tale of primary care worker Shoo (Clare Monnelly) sent to care for Peig (Brid Ni Neachtain), an elderly woman recovering from … Continue reading FRÉWAKA
Release Date: 18 April 2025 Directed By: Ryan Coogler Runtime: 138 min REVIEW Filmed on location in Louisiana, SINNERS is a genre-bending, feast for the senses period piece set in Depression-era America. Directed by Ryan Coogler (Black Panther, Creed) and starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role as the Smoke/Stack twins, the film is … Continue reading SINNERS
Released: 2024 Directed By: Fede Álvarez Runtime: 119 minAfter being let down immensely by both Prometheus and Covenant (the first due to its lack of aliens, and the latter for having to endure the extended Michael Fassbender fingering scene), Romulus was a breath of sulphuric acid air for me.Fede Álvarez once again demonstrates his understanding … Continue reading ALIEN: ROMULUS
Released: 2024 Directed By: Ti West Runtime: 104 min Ti West has solidified a name for himself in horror over the last few years with X (2022) and the fast follow up prequel Pearl (2022). In a genre where it takes a lot to surprise an audience, West pulled it off with his sneaky reveal … Continue reading MaXXXine
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