James Wan’s “Malignant” is insane and understandably polarizing, but it’s also a shining example of an unrestrained horror master at work. “A New Vision …continue reading Reel Review: Malignant (2021)
A stellar werewolf tale that inspired a less-than-stellar 80’s film ripe for a remake, King’s “Cycle of the Werewolf” is an essential read. We …continue reading Retro Reads: Cycle of the Werewolf (Stephen King)
If you fancy something different from the usual video game, “Metamorphosis” offers a cool diversion, but it left me wanting more. The phrase ‘Kafkaesque’ …continue reading Game On: Metamorphosis (PS4)
With a stellar cast, great writing, and a clever concept, Josh Ruben’s endearing “Werewolves Within” is horror-comedy done right. There is no niche film …continue reading Reel Review: Werewolves Within (2021)
Moving at a brisk pace and delivering satisfying scares, “The Devil Made Me Do It” is far from bad — but it’s not as good …continue reading The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (Review)
An example of the genre at its most compelling and transcendent, “The Dark and the Wicked” is a bleak but extraordinary film; a must …continue reading Shudder Sunday: The Dark and the Wicked (2020)
Now streaming on Shudder, “After Midnight” is like a love letter with a jump scare built into it — a genuine Valentine for horror fans. …continue reading Reel Review: After Midnight (Shudder)
In our modern bedlam, once defined lines of good and evil have become shades of morally ambiguous grey; and comics have followed suit. Superheroes …continue reading Sex, Violence, and Superheroes
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones — even if the one you love is a psychopath with a gourmet palate and …continue reading Food, Love and God Complexes in “Hannibal”
While battling a slew of demons in real life, Michael Jackson embraced the monster motif in his music throughout his storied but controversial career. …continue reading Music and Monsters: Michael Jackson
