We score each round in the battle of Godzilla vs Kong to see who takes the crown in the fight of the century. Let’s …continue reading Godzilla vs Kong: Fight Scorecard
While the establishment may not see horror as high art, many of the biggest names in Hollywood began their career in genre films. Everyone …continue reading The Humble Horror Origins of Hollywood’s Elite
If the past year has taught us anything, it’s the value of movies. And while streaming ruled 2020, physical media still has a place …continue reading Resolving to Collect More in 2021
Once reserved for the freaks and weirdos, horror has gone mainstream — as our understanding of the major benefits of exposure to fear has evolved. …continue reading The Science Behind Our Love of Fear
We dive into the major themes of “The Shining” while exploring what might have happened to Jack Torrance if the story had a different …continue reading Where Are They Now: Jack Torrance
More than 20 years after the first found footage movie hit the big screen, film makers are still producing shakycam last exploits of the unwary in dark forests, deserted buildings and rundown towns. What’s the appeal, and what makes a really good (and bad) found footage?continue reading Inside Look: The Devil’s Familiar (2020)
To celebrate Halloween, one company crunched the numbers to find the top 25 villains (according to GIF popularity) across film genres, including horror. If …continue reading The World According to GIFs: Top 25 Villains
The issuance of Special Order 937 from “The Company” is the basis for a meeting with an extraterrestrial that does not go as planned.continue reading The Consequences of the Human-Alien Encounter
While some may not understand your passion for scary movies and games, there’s strong evidence that a fascination with fear is both healthy and …continue reading Fundamentals of Fear: Why We Seek Scares
The secret behind a successful audience “jump” in a horror movie is oftentimes a perfectly placed soundbite or music note. Here’s a breakdown of how sound design and music scores actually give life to great horror films.continue reading Sound Design Brings Horror Movies To Life