Corsets, Curses, and Colonialism: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Victorian Horror, By Pauline Chow Unnerving plot lines crawl out from the Victorian era. It’s the fog rolling over cobblestone streets, a glow of candlelight along a dark hallway, and breath squeezed beneath tight corsets. The curse of living … Corsets, Curses, and Colonialism: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Victorian Horror Pauline ChowRead more
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How the Thrill of Horror Boosts Our Adrenaline and Mood
How the Thrill of Horror Boosts Our Adrenaline and Mood Horror is a genre that has an uncommon power to thrill and inspire us. Despite it may seem illogical to choose to place oneself in a frightening scenario, fear offers a thrilling experience that may really improve our mood . … How the Thrill of Horror Boosts Our Adrenaline and MoodRead more
Five horror highlights at Paracinema
Five horror highlights at Paracinema By Alex Davis Paracinema returns to Derby for the early May Bank Holiday weekend, running at the city’s popular QUAD venue and serving up four days of film from a wide range of genres. The term paracinema itself means ‘movies away from the mainstream’, and … Five horror highlights at ParacinemaRead more
Dead Silence (2007), The Horror Film That Made Me
Dead Silence (2007), The Horror Film That Made Me Picture this. The year is 2007. Ariana Grande is about to embark on her quest for world domination, Justin Bieber is posting videos on a relatively new website called YouTube, and Donald Trump is playing with his apprentices (also he’s on … Dead Silence (2007), The Horror Film That Made MeRead more
Why We’ll Never Stop Rooting for the Final Girl in Horror Movies
Why We’ll Never Stop Rooting for the Final Girl in Horror Movies We all know her. Hell, we live for her. The Final Girl—one of horror’s most iconic tropes, and yet so much more than that. From the blood-soaked scream queens of the ‘70s to the die-hards of today, she’s … Why We’ll Never Stop Rooting for the Final Girl in Horror MoviesRead more
Why Supporting Trans Authors After the UK Supreme Court Ruling Is Critical
Why Supporting Trans Authors After the UK Supreme Court Ruling Is Critical The UK Supreme Court’s disgusting and dangerous ruling on April 16, 2025, which defined “woman” under the Equality Act as strictly biological, has left trans people in a terrible and dangerous position, deepened societal divisions and heightened fears … Why Supporting Trans Authors After the UK Supreme Court Ruling Is CriticalRead more
Horror Movies That Inspired Leading Games
Horror Movies That Inspired Leading Games The spooky link between horror cinema and video games has always been strong. For years, developers have mined the eerie atmosphere, twisted plots, and jump-scares of classic horror films to create immersive experiences that feel both familiar and terrifying. While video games have inspired … Horror Movies That Inspired Leading GamesRead more
When is Squid Game Season 3 Coming Out
Most-Anticipated Release Date: When is Squid Game Season 3 Coming Out? The third and final season of Squid Game is set to premiere on Netflix on June 27, 2025. This is coming almost four years after Season 1 had the whole world hooked and became the most-watched season on Netflix. … When is Squid Game Season 3 Coming OutRead more
Why Medical Horror Might Be the Most Terrifying Subgenre Yet
Why Medical Horror Might Be the Most Terrifying Subgenre Yet It’s no secret that the horror genre is incredibly vast and has a cult following. As Statista notes, despite the pandemic in 2019 affecting cinema releases, the horror genre did remarkably well. A few years later, in 2023, four out … Why Medical Horror Might Be the Most Terrifying Subgenre YetRead more
The Black Crow’s Best New Horror Volume 1: 13 Must-Read Stories
The Black Crow’s Best New Horror Volume: 13 Must-Read Stories 13 original tales to terrify in a brand new anthology showcasing the very best and bizarre in horror fiction Featuring horror legends and worldwide bestsellers Olivie Blake, Ramsey Campbell, Lisa Tuttle, Tim Lebbon, V Castro, Ally Wilkes, Rian Hughes, Lindy … The Black Crow’s Best New Horror Volume 1: 13 Must-Read StoriesRead more
The Ugly Stepsister: A Gruesome Fairytale Adaptation
The Ugly Stepsister: A Gruesome Fairytale Adaptation ★★★★ Bloody Disgusting | 8/10 Screen Rant |★★★★ Dread Central “A stylish, graphic fairytale riff” ScreenDaily “One of the best horror films of the decade so far.” Autostraddle “…savagely brutal and yet strangely beautiful” Mashable “The body horror Cinderella you never knew you wanted!” JoBlo Currently at 98% on Rotten Tomatoes … The Ugly Stepsister: A Gruesome Fairytale AdaptationRead more
Freaky Tales: A Wild Cinematic Ride in 1987 Oakland
Freaky Tales: A Wild Cinematic Ride in 1987 Oakland Set in 1987 Oakland, Freaky Tales is a multi-track mixtape of colourful characters — an NBA star, a corrupt cop, a female rap duo, teen punks, neo-Nazis, and a debt collector — on a collision course in a fever dream of … Freaky Tales: A Wild Cinematic Ride in 1987 OaklandRead more
Why Horror Movies Are the Best Choice for Your 15-Minute College Break
Why Horror Movies Are the Best Choice for Your 15-Minute College Break Life in college may be tough. Students may find themselves running against the clock between social activities, lectures, and assignments. Given all you have to balance, taking little pauses to refresh and focus your thoughts is really vital. … Why Horror Movies Are the Best Choice for Your 15-Minute College BreakRead more
Why ‘Six Stories’ is a Must-Read for Horror Fans
Why ‘Six Stories’ is a Must-Read for Horror Fans Introduction The Northern Weird Project Throughout 2025, Wild Hunt Books will publish six fantastic pocket-sized novellas from authors based in the North of England and who are also engaging with the North as setting, subject and character. The novellas incorporate eerie … Why ‘Six Stories’ is a Must-Read for Horror FansRead more
Gamezone Official Domain: Your Ultimate Gaming Paradise
Gamezone Official Domain: Your Ultimate Gaming Paradise In today’s fast-paced world, gaming has emerged as more than just a pastime—it’s a global phenomenon that brings people together from all corners of the earth. Whether you’re a casual player who enjoys a few rounds on the weekend or an aspiring pro … Gamezone Official Domain: Your Ultimate Gaming ParadiseRead more
