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MOVIE REVIEWS

Wrath of Woman: Medusa (2023)

Wrath of Woman: Medusa (2023)

Superbly crafted and executed, the stylish "Medusa" is a fierce and fearless feminist horror film that pierces the heart of toxic faith.
Weird Wednesday: Come True (2021)

Weird Wednesday: Come True (2021)

"Come True" is a surreal, nightmarish horror film that will envelop you in its darkness and keep you mesmerized from beginning to end.
Tubi Tuesday: Casting Kill (2023)

Tubi Tuesday: Casting Kill (2023)

"Casting Kill" is a fun murder movie anchored by a strong lead that relies on Hitchcockian suspense instead of excessive blood and gore.
Reel Review: The Hanged Girl (2023)

Reel Review: The Hanged Girl (2023)

A stellar ending can't make up for too many missteps in "The Hanged Girl", resulting in an okay film that could have been great.
GenreBlast 2023: Fat Fleshy Fingers

GenreBlast 2023: Fat Fleshy Fingers

"Fat Fleshy Fingers" is a brain melter that promises to captivate — and possibly infuriate — but will certainly stay with you for a while.
GenreBlast 2023: Murdercise

GenreBlast 2023: Murdercise

"Murdercise" isn't quite as fun as I hoped, but this cheeky ode to the 80s offers great characters and social satire that many should enjoy.
Reel Review: Psychosis (2023)

Reel Review: Psychosis (2023)

"Psychosis" is a creative, near flawlessly executed, remarkably weird film that offers viewers a truly memorable experience.
Tubi Tuesday: Night of the Caregiver (2023)

Tubi Tuesday: Night of the Caregiver (2023)

If you’re looking for an entertaining thrill ride on a Saturday night, "Night of the Caregiver" will provide that chilling journey.
Shudder Sunday: The Innocents (2021)

Shudder Sunday: The Innocents (2021)

GenreBlast 2023: Forever Home

GenreBlast 2023: Forever Home

Full of humor, charm, and heart, "Forever Home" is a wacky, sometimes messy comedy that is light on scares but heavy on creativity and fun.
Movie Night: The Nun II

Movie Night: The Nun II

Better than its predecessor in almost every way, "The Nun II" will still have its detractors but undoubtedly does a hell of a lot right.
Tubi Tuesday: Capsules (2022)

Tubi Tuesday: Capsules (2022)

Reel Review: Megalomaniac (2022)

Reel Review: Megalomaniac (2022)

A difficult but highly rewarding watch for brave viewers, "Megalomaniac" is an intensely brutal film about the dark side of humanity.
GenreBlast 2023: Project Eerie

GenreBlast 2023: Project Eerie

An effective, fast-moving anthology that makes masterful use of its limited resources, "Project Eerie" is a found footage film that works.
Reel Review: “Demonic Toys: Jack-Attack”

Reel Review: “Demonic Toys: Jack-Attack”

Full Moon's "Jack Attack" sticks the landing, but the brief journey to get there feels longer and more prodding than it should.
Reel Review: Wolfkin (2022)

Reel Review: Wolfkin (2022)

"Wolfkin" is bursting at the seams with potential, but it fails to offer enough tension, horror, and meaty development to satiate genre fans.
Movie Night: Beaten to Death (2023)

Movie Night: Beaten to Death (2023)

The sadistic Aussie export "Beaten to Death" is unspeakably nasty, nihilistic, and sickeningly vicious — a masterpiece of monstrosity.
Reel Review: Publish or Perish (2023)

Reel Review: Publish or Perish (2023)

"Publish or Perish is a light, dark comedy in the heart of academia that scores some points but fails to move to the head of the class.
Reel Review: Zombie Town (2023)

Reel Review: Zombie Town (2023)

An endearing and entertaining love letter to horror fans young and old, "Zombie Town" makes great work of an R.L. Stine classic.
Reel Review: Failure! (2023)

Reel Review: Failure! (2023)

"Failure!" is a riveting single-take chamber piece that impresses in every way, anchored by a spellbinding performance from Ted Raimi.

LISTS

Now Hear This: Retro Horror Playlist

Now Hear This: Retro Horror Playlist

Horror often infuses modern films with classic tunes that somehow feel remarkably fresh and perfectly suited for contemporary chillers.
Five On It: Cosmic Horror

Five On It: Cosmic Horror

While cosmic horror is often inspired by Lovecraft, many modern filmmakers have delivered terror beyond realms previously explored.
Five On It: Existential Dread

Five On It: Existential Dread

Fear of death and the unknown can cause an existential crisis, and these five chilling films effectively get to the heart of that darkness.
Reclaiming Horror Icons: Mirroring the Queer Experience

Reclaiming Horror Icons: Mirroring the Queer Experience

Like “The Boogeyman?” Try This Trio of Terror

Like “The Boogeyman?” Try This Trio of Terror

If You Like “The Boogeyman,” Try These Three Frightening Films About Fundamental Fears That May Chill You to Your Core.
7 Horror Movies Worth Watching in 2023

7 Horror Movies Worth Watching in 2023

If you're a horror movie fan actively seeking your next thrill, don’t miss these gripping films that promise spine-tingling experiences.
Beyond Elm Street: 7 Robert Englund Gems

Beyond Elm Street: 7 Robert Englund Gems

On Robert Englund's birthday, we encourage you to explore his genre deep cuts and some of his most memorable roles outside of "Elm Street".
Best Horror Films to Watch with Friends

Best Horror Films to Watch with Friends

Horror is better when shared, and these horror films — from funny to frightful — will help strengthen your killer bond with friends.
Five On It: Holy Terror! 

Five On It: Holy Terror! 

20 Must-See Ecological Horror Films

20 Must-See Ecological Horror Films

5 Online Games To Delight Horror Fans

5 Online Games To Delight Horror Fans

If you want ways to pass the time that won't numb your mind, these five great online horror games offer a frightfully fun distraction.
Five On It: Tourist Traps

Five On It: Tourist Traps

Date Night: LGBTQ-Friendly Horror Shows

Date Night: LGBTQ-Friendly Horror Shows

These five killer shows feature twisted plotlines, engrossing stories, and authentic representations of queer relationships and characters.
Banned Horror Films (Part 1)

Banned Horror Films (Part 1)

These ten shocking and often brutal banned horror films dared to go to extremes — earning controversy, infamy, and taboo status.
10 Great Couples Costumes for Horror Movie Fans

10 Great Couples Costumes for Horror Movie Fans

Date Night: Comedy and Cuddles Part 2

Date Night: Comedy and Cuddles Part 2

When you're in the mood to snuggle up with horror that's heavy on the fun, these five killer horror comedies are sure to steal your heart.
Five Movies You Shouldn’t Watch Alone

Five Movies You Shouldn’t Watch Alone

6 Horror Games You Need to Play in 2023

6 Horror Games You Need to Play in 2023

It's a big year for horror game releases, with hotly anticipated remakes and new chapters and spin-offs of popular series at the forefront.
Five Hobbies For Horror Enthusiasts

Five Hobbies For Horror Enthusiasts

When Pranks Go Wrong

When Pranks Go Wrong

In honor of April Fool’s Day, here are seven times stupid pranks went horribly and tragically wrong in some of our favorite horror films.

PODCASTS

Another GD Horror Pod: Mary Beth McAndrews (Dread Central)

Another GD Horror Pod: Mary Beth McAndrews (Dread Central)

We chat with Dread Central's EIC, writer, filmmaker, and podcaster Mary Beth McAndrews — one of the most influential women in horror.
Adventures in Movies: Erotic Thrillers

Adventures in Movies: Erotic Thrillers

Call it an obsession, but we're back talking about erotic thrillers with "Undying Love" and a retro look at "Dance With Death".
Final Girl on 6th Ave: Martyrs (2008)

Final Girl on 6th Ave: Martyrs (2008)

We brave the brutal and nasty French horror film "Martyrs" and explore why it's often cited as one of the greatest horror films of all time.
Introducing Another Goddamn Horror Podcast!

Introducing Another Goddamn Horror Podcast!

Now playing on the Morbidly Beautiful network: "Another Goddamn Horror Podcast" — celebrating the love of horror and the fierce indie spirit.
Drekcula’s Underworld: Day of the Dead

Drekcula’s Underworld: Day of the Dead

Join us for a deep dive into an essential zombie classic and arguably one of George A. Romero's best films, "Day of the Dead".
Creepy and Geeky: The Fear Street Trilogy

Creepy and Geeky: The Fear Street Trilogy

It's a horror triple feature as we discuss the creative Netflix anthology horror series "Fear Street" with guest Mx Bel Morrigan.
Untold Horrors: Infected Horror

Untold Horrors: Infected Horror

In this episode, we saddle up to a couple of wildly different infected horror films from Tubi: "What We Become" and "Mad Cowgirl".
Adventures in Movies: Short and Sexy

Adventures in Movies: Short and Sexy

Donna Tha Dead: Killer Cars

Donna Tha Dead: Killer Cars

Take a ride with us as we discuss the best killer cars of horror in this week's episode of the Donna Tha Dead podcast.
Ominous Origins: Jamison Family Disappearance

Ominous Origins: Jamison Family Disappearance

In a modern true-crime mystery, a couple and their young child disappear, leading to much speculation about the fate of the Jamison family.
Creepy and Geeky: Scare Package 1 and 2

Creepy and Geeky: Scare Package 1 and 2

In this week's horror doubleheader, we talk about the Shudder anthology horror film "Scare Package" and its sequel with guest Onika J.
Afterglow: Bait (Plus Meg)

Afterglow: Bait (Plus Meg)

Join the Guilty Pleasures Crew for our after-party featuring more shark horror talk with "Meg" and why Jason Statham should be in every film.
Spookshow: The Curse of Frankenstein (1957)

Spookshow: The Curse of Frankenstein (1957)

We dig deep into the horror vaults with a look at a genre classic, the atmospheric literary adaptation "The Curse of Frankenstein".
Final Girl on 6th Ave: Safe (1995)