Exploring Clive Barker’s Tortured Souls Toy Line I’m aware that this is somewhat breaking the theme of previous articles in this series; for the most part, the toy lines I’ve explored have been notable for their targeting of child markets, yet consisting of profoundly graphic or horrific subjects. This particular range … Tortured Souls, Exploring Clive Barker’s Toy LineRead more
The Advent Calendar: A Christmas Horror Review
The Advent Calendar, directed by Patrick Ridremont In which we ask what a gift is worth Merry Christmas one and all! Today we’ll consider what would happen if Tiny Tim wasn’t such an angel. You know who’s hard to shop for? People with birthdays in December. My mother-in-law and sister-in-law … The Advent Calendar: A Christmas Horror ReviewRead more
Not Born of Woman by Teel James Glenn: A New Take on Frankenstein’s Monster
Not Born of Woman by Teel James Glenn He writes every scene, every fight, as if seeing it through the lens of a camera. The writing is clear and succinct. The supernatural elements are, at times, frightening and at other times, sumptuously drawn. A Horror Book Review by Debra K. … Not Born of Woman by Teel James Glenn: A New Take on Frankenstein’s MonsterRead more
Madballs: The Most Disgusting Toys of the 80s
Madballs: The Most Disgusting Toys of the 80s How can any self-respecting child of the 1980s not have fallen in love with these gruesome, revolting little globs of ugliness? In a culture dominated by a sudden ready access to all manner of media (from video tapes of films and TV shows … Madballs: The Most Disgusting Toys of the 80sRead more
Why Are Vampires Losing Popularity in Modern Media?
Introduction Vampires have long been a staple of popular culture, captivating audiences with their blend of horror, romance, and intrigue. However, as the genre evolves and new narratives emerge, the question arises: are vampires becoming a dull relic of the past? In recent years, the box office struggles of vampire-themed … Why Are Vampires Losing Popularity in Modern Media?Read more
Inhumanoids: The 1980s Toy Franchise You Forgot
Twelve Terrifying Toy Franchises: The Inhumanoids “The evil that lies within!” So proclaims the tag line of this fairly obscure but fondly remembered toy line of the mid to late 1980s. Like Transformers, MASK, Visionaries and numerous other lines of the era, Inhumanoids was a franchise that experienced a media blitzkrieg during the era of … Inhumanoids: The 1980s Toy Franchise You ForgotRead more
‘Feast While You Can’ by Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta: Queer Horror Unwrapped
Feast While You Can by Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta – Book Review The novel is unsettling, sexy, and poignant. The atmosphere of Cadenze is wonderfully rendered. It’s a small town that has a strange almost pride in its not-quite-backwards belief, where generational legacies relationships that loom over every interaction … ‘Feast While You Can’ by Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta: Queer Horror UnwrappedRead more
Senseless: A Tapestry of Horror and Deceit by Ronald Malfi
“Malfi weaves a captivating tale where fear and paranoia emerge from the everyday, pushing characters to their limits as secrets unravel and dark truths come to light, showcasing the fragility of trust in a profoundly unsettling world.” Senseless by Ronald Malfi What do you see…? When the mutilated body of … Senseless: A Tapestry of Horror and Deceit by Ronald MalfiRead more
Top Werewolf Movies to Watch This Winter – Fright Club Podcast
As we step into a winter packed with thrilling new releases, the allure of the werewolf movies beckons us to revisit its cinematic history. With two blockbuster lycanthrope films set to hit theaters and a formidable indie gem ready for physical release, it’s the perfect time for a deeper look … Top Werewolf Movies to Watch This Winter – Fright Club PodcastRead more
The Dark Allure: How Horror Has Shaped Casino Design
The Dark Allure: How Horror Has Shaped Casino Design When you think of a casino, images of glittering lights, the hum of slot machines and the clink of coins probably come to mind. But there’s a shadowy corner of this world where fear mingles with fascination: horror-themed design. Some of … The Dark Allure: How Horror Has Shaped Casino DesignRead more
Cocaine Bear and Other Human-Created Monsters
On Cocaine Bear and Other Human-Created Monsters by Tamika Thompson I wouldn’t call Cocaine Bear divisive, but the 2023 Elizabeth Banks-directed horror film about a bear who ingests cocaine and goes on a killing spree has definitely elicited some strong opinions. One camp, which includes me, is excited about the thrill ride … Cocaine Bear and Other Human-Created MonstersRead more
The Best Horror of the Year Vol 16, edited by Ellen Datlow
The Best Horror of the Year Vol 16, edited by Ellen Datlow Reviewed by Mario Guslandi Ellen Datlow is widely regarded as the most famous and prolific editor of horror anthologies in the world. Her name is so well-known that she requires no introduction. As is customary, her annual “Best … The Best Horror of the Year Vol 16, edited by Ellen DatlowRead more
Come Sing for the Harrowing by Dan Coxon – Book Review
Come Sing for the Harrowing by Dan Coxon – Book Review ‘Come Sing for the Harrowing’ is then a collection brimming with enjoyable sadness. Its execution is very candid, its guillotine blade polished after every slash, and the emotions are forever the number one priority. Even when events dip their … Come Sing for the Harrowing by Dan Coxon – Book ReviewRead more
A Light in the Darkness by Dan Coxon
A Light in the Darkness by Dan Coxon A Light in the Darkness, Dan Coxon introduces Out of the Darkness, a brand new anthology of horror fiction that tackles the topic of mental health head-on, helping raise money and awareness for the charity Together for Mental Wellbeing. We’re all familiar … A Light in the Darkness by Dan CoxonRead more
Only the Broken Remain by Dan Coxon – Book Review
“you will get a great deal of satisfaction in knowing that you aren’t the only one who found those quaint villages populated by the likes of Pugh, Pugh, Barney McGrew, Cuthbert, Dibble, Grubb to be way creepier than they let on. “ What is weird fiction, and when does weird … Only the Broken Remain by Dan Coxon – Book ReviewRead more