An emotionally investing, empathetic look at rape and revenge through a unique perspective, “Rose Plays Julie” is compelling and important. Horror is a fluid …continue reading Frights and Feelings: Rose Plays Julie (2019)
The misunderstood “Mama” effectively explores themes of motherhood — traditional and alternative — unconditional love, and complex women. Before Andy Muschietti entered King country and broke …continue reading Frights and Feelings: Mama (2013)
More than a masterpiece of classic British horror, “Witchfinder General” is a cautionary tale with terrifying modern-day relevance. In 1968, director Michael Reeves made …continue reading Digging Deep: Witchfinder General (1968)
An impactful, expertly executed short film, “Kiddo” originates from a deeply personal place and will both shock and challenge you. Recently debuting on Alter, …continue reading Short Takes: Kiddo (2022)
2022 was another big year for serial killer portrayals in the media and Hollywood’s continued obsession with making “hot” monsters. Netflix recently released its …continue reading Let’s Talk About: Romanticizing Serial Killers
Looking for holiday horror that digs deeper? The criminally underrated “ATM” cashes in as a priceless example of socially-charged terror. Everyone understands that an …continue reading Digging Deep: ATM (2012)
“Krampus” delivers as the century’s best holiday horror fare with its bleak, pull-no-punches middle finger to saccharine seasonal cinema. “It’s beginning to look a …continue reading Digging Deep: Krampus (2015)
“Terrifier” star Catherine Corcoran tackles internet trolls, genre conventions, and the infamous nude scene that made horror history. I’ve been a huge fan of …continue reading Let’s Talk About: Nudity in Horror
“Terrifier 2” doesn’t try to ‘elevate’ the genre; it’s a love letter to the blood, gore, and brutality we love — served at the …continue reading Terrifier 2 + the end of the modern slasher film
“Piggy” does plenty to satiate horror fans, but its real power lies in its potent exploration of bullying, body image, and adolescent angst. I …continue reading Frights and Feelings: Piggy (2022)
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