Great eighties’ practical gross-out effects are sure to please gore hounds, and you should expect nothing less from Roger Corman’s studio. Biologically altered, killer …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Nest (1987)
A beautiful transfer and brilliant sets make this familiar feeling, fifties horror a must-watch for fans of the history of the genre. A scientist …continue reading The Daily Dig: Blood of the Vampire (1958)
An eighties cheesy delight, “The Brain” spends its time on whimsical practical effects instead of its underlying message of cultish trends. A mad scientist …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Brain (1988)
Brilliant SFX makeup and some true horror moments make this otherwise mediocre film stick out among the late ’80s direct-to-video crowd. Fleeing with a …continue reading The Daily Dig: Scarecrows (1988)
In our new column, we share the latest Blu-ray releases from our favorite indie distributors — from cult classics to long-lost gems. The holidays …continue reading Indie Release Radar (Feb 2022)
It’s a little bit “Men in Black” and a little bit “Body Snatchers”, with the visceral direction of “Henry” director John McNaughton. An alien …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Borrower (1991)
“Ghost Town” is slick looking with decent effects, but that can’t make up for a languishing story that feels unfinished and unfocused. A deputy …continue reading The Daily Dig: Ghost Town (1988)
A story of a man driven mad by a ghost, this film is driven by the one and only Vincent Price and some excellent …continue reading The Daily Dig: Diary of A Madman (1963)
One of the better adaptations of Lovecraft, “The Resurrected” has plenty of effects to please gorehounds as well as some story depth. A private …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Resurrected (1991)
One of William Castle’s lesser-known films, “The Night Walker” relies on a strong score and makeup by Bud Westmore for its scares. A widow …continue reading The Daily Dig: The Night Walker (1964)
