MaXXXine On its own, the film fits nicely into the role of a competent urban thriller. But when cast as the final piece of a potentially iconic horror trilogy, MaXXXine ends up limping to the finish. A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden and George Wolf In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star … MaXXXine: A Chilling Hollywood ThrillerRead more
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That Which Stands Outside by Mark Morris
That Which Stands Outside by Mark Morris The strong mythology focus that permeates the latter half of the novel’s first phase never feels alienating, and if anything the more mysterious moments – such as Yrsa’s animalistic nighttime excursions – get under your skin rather make you feel all at sea. … That Which Stands Outside by Mark MorrisRead more
Deadstream, 2022, directed by Joseph Winter and Vanessa Winter
Deadstream, 2022, directed by Joseph Winter and Vanessa Winter Sometimes you have to give people credit for working with what they’ve got – and sometimes it makes you curious about whether they’re more talented than they realise. Shawn Ruddy is a self-described ‘piece of trash’, a prank YouTuber who got … Deadstream, 2022, directed by Joseph Winter and Vanessa WinterRead more
If You Liked These 10 Horror Movies, Then Watch The Queer Versions
If You Liked These 10 Horror Movies, Then Watch The Queer Versions Happy Pride Month from all of us at Ginger Nuts! You know what that means – besides rainbow flags, celebrations and protest, every horror blog you know will be writing up listicles of fantastic queer horror you need … If You Liked These 10 Horror Movies, Then Watch The Queer VersionsRead more
Handling the Undead
Handling the Undead, A Horror Movie Review by George Wolf On a hot summer day in Oslo, the dead mysteriously awaken, and three families are thrown into chaos when their deceased loved ones come back to them. Who are they, and what do they want? Handling the Undead is a … Handling the UndeadRead more
The Extravaganza Eternia: A Tale of Intrigue and Curses
The Extravaganza Eternia by Kristin Osani A Horror Book Review by Debra K. Every It’s hard to resist a circus and doubly hard to resist magic. Pair these elements with a murder mystery, and you’ve really got something. Kristin Osani’s fantasy novel, The Extravaganza Eternia, opens with a breathless introduction … The Extravaganza Eternia: A Tale of Intrigue and CursesRead more
The Watchers: Ishana Night Shyamalan’s Feature Debut
The Watchers A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden Based on: The Watchers; by A. M. Shine A 28-year-old artist gets stranded in an expansive, untouched forest in western Ireland. Finding shelter, she unknowingly becomes trapped alongside three strangers who are stalked by mysterious creatures every night. Director: Ishana Night Shyamalan Distributed … The Watchers: Ishana Night Shyamalan’s Feature DebutRead more
In a Violent Nature: A Meta-Slasher for Horror Enthusiasts
In a Violent Nature, A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden When a filmmaker upends slasher tropes, the result often takes a comedic turn. Scream benefitted simultaneously from the audience’s effortless acceptance of genre staples and Wes Craven’s wicked sense of humor. Likewise, the absolute treasure of a meta-slasher Behind the Mask: The … In a Violent Nature: A Meta-Slasher for Horror EnthusiastsRead more
Founders Day (2023)
Founders Day (2023) Written by Erik Bloomquist Directed by Erik and Carson Bloomquist Review by: Mark Walker A small town is shaken by a series of ominous killings in the days leading up to a heated mayoral election. (IMDB) Founders Day (2023) While a politically divided small town in America … Founders Day (2023) Read more
In Flames
In Flames (2023) Written and Directed by Zarrar Kahn A Horror Movie Review by: Mark Walker After the death of the family patriarch, a mother and daughter’s precarious existence is ripped apart. They must find strength in each other if they are to survive the malevolent forces that threaten to … In FlamesRead more
Across the Veil: Vampire Jack Townson’s Journey Through Long Island
Across the Veil, Social Media Influencer Turned Filmmaker Vampire Jack Townson to Illuminate Long Island in Upcoming Independent Vampire Love Story Renowned social media influencer, filmmaker, and bestselling author The Vampire Jack Townson is set to shine a light on the picturesque landscapes of Long Island, New York, in his … Across the Veil: Vampire Jack Townson’s Journey Through Long IslandRead more
House of Screaming Glass
House of Screaming Glass – A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden When a troubled young woman inherits her grandmother’s schoolhouse, she begins to experience strange visions and terrifying dreams. As she delves into her family history, she discovers that her grandmother was a witch and begins to practice the … House of Screaming GlassRead more
Faceless After Dark – A Horror Movie Review
Faceless After Dark – A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden Back in 2016, Jenna Kanell made a horror movie, a low budget affair, the unofficial sequel to a very minor indie nearly no one saw. By that point in her career, Kanell had made half dozen or more low … Faceless After Dark – A Horror Movie ReviewRead more
Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever – A Horror Movie Review
Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever – A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden Thirty years ago, Danish writer/director Ole Bornedal made a taut thriller about the night watchman in a medical facility who stumbles into a lurid crime spree. Three years later, he made Nightwatch again, this time in English. And now, fully … Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever – A Horror Movie ReviewRead more
I Saw the TV Glow – Horror Movie Review
I Saw the TV Glow – A Horror Movie Review by George Wolf Fulfilling the promise of 2021’s We’re All Going to the World’s Fair, writer/director Jane Schoenbrun’s follow-up, I Saw the TV Glow, is a hypnotically abstract and dreamily immersive nightmare of longing. Owen (Justice Smith) and Maddy (Brigette Lundy-Paine) meet as … I Saw the TV Glow – Horror Movie ReviewRead more