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The White Reindeer: A Haunting Fairytale Experience

The White Reindeer: A Haunting Fairytale Experience

The White Reindeer: A tale whispered only to you. Introduction by Jim Mcleod As winter descends and blankets the landscape in a tranquil yet chilling embrace, Erik Blomberg’s 1952 cinematic masterpiece The White Reindeer comes alive, pulling us into a haunting fable filled with both beauty and darkness. This film, … The White Reindeer: A Haunting Fairytale ExperienceRead more

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Nosferatu 2024: A Fresh Take on a Classic Horror

Nosferatu 2024: A Fresh Take on a Classic Horror

Introduction In the rich tapestry of horror cinema, few titles evoke as much intrigue and reverence as “Nosferatu.” Robert Eggers’ 2024 rendition of this iconic tale breathes new life into a story that has captivated audiences for over a century. Drawing inspiration from F. W. Murnau’s groundbreaking 1922 film and … Nosferatu 2024: A Fresh Take on a Classic HorrorRead more

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Top Werewolf Movies to Watch This Winter – Fright Club Podcast

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

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Cocaine Bear and Other Human-Created Monsters

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

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Street Trash: A Colorful and Nasty Cult Classic

Street Trash: A Colorful and Nasty Cult Classic

Street Trash A group of homeless misfits must fight for survival when they discover a plot to exterminate every homeless person in the city. A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden In 1987, J. Michael Muro unleashed a colorful, sloppy bit of nastiness in bottles labeled Tenafly Viper. Street Trash was unlike … Street Trash: A Colorful and Nasty Cult ClassicRead more

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Coming of Age – A Fright Club Podcast

Coming of Age – A Fright Club Podcast

Coming of Age – A Fright Club Podcast I Was a Teenage Werewolf. Teen Wolf. The Craft. Even Carrie. Horror moviemakers have long equated coming-of-age with otherness, monstrosity. Sometimes it’s fun, sometimes it’s tragic, but whatever the result —the witches of The Craft or the mermaid of Blue My Mind, the zombie of Maggie or the … Coming of Age – A Fright Club PodcastRead more

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Looking Back and Looking Forward with Filmmaker Zack Parker

Looking Back and Looking Forward with Filmmaker Zack Parker

Zack Parker is an American director and screenwriter known for his low-budget, high-concept films that often explore unsettling themes. The New York Times referred to him as a “one-man Hollywood.” Recently, Parker celebrated the 10th anniversary of his thriller Proxy at the 2024 Nightmares Film Festival in Columbus, Ohio. The … Looking Back and Looking Forward with Filmmaker Zack ParkerRead more

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The Devil’s Bath, Folk Horror Part 2: In Which We Restore Our Faith

The Devil’s Bath, Folk Horror Part 2: In Which We Restore Our Faith

The Devil’s Bath, Folk Horror Part 2: In Which We Restore Our Faith The Devil’s Bath (2024), directed by Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala Check out Part 1 Lord of Misrule, folk horror, and why we’re still arguing about The Wicker Man Warning: if the death of a child is … The Devil’s Bath, Folk Horror Part 2: In Which We Restore Our FaithRead more