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From Hitchcock to Stephen King, a roundup of the who's who in horror; all about celebrities flaunting their loudest screams and most nightmarish scenes.

David Cronenberg’s Scanners: A Haunting Dive into Telepathy and the Human Body
Overview of the film "Scanners," released in 1981, is a gritty, cerebral blend of science fiction and horror that delves deep into the powers—and perils—of the human mind. Written and directed by the infamous David Cronenberg, this cult classic focuses on a secretive group of people known as "scanners"—individuals with powerful telepathic and telekinetic abilities. What begins as a story of mystery and strange talents soon morphs into a full-blown war of psychic warfare, corporate corruption, and the fragility of human identity.
By olxia10 7 months ago in Horror
Why Scanners is the Ultimate Body Horror Tale of Telepathic Destruction
A Cult Classic Reborn The 1981 sci-fi horror film Scanners, directed by the master of body horror David Cronenberg, is nothing short of a genre-defining experience. If you’ve ever seen the infamous head explosion scene and felt your stomach churn or your jaw drop, you’ve already glimpsed the terrifying brilliance of this film. But beyond that viral-worthy moment lies a complex narrative woven with psychic warfare, grotesque bodily transformations, and a grim commentary on corporate and governmental exploitation.
By olxia10 7 months ago in Horror
Exploding Heads and Psychic Terror: Cronenberg’s Scanners Still Stuns Today
A Cult Classic That Defies Time In the expansive landscape of science fiction and horror, some films merely entertain, while others leave a mark on your psyche. Scanners, released in 1981 and directed by Canadian visionary David Cronenberg, firmly belongs to the latter. Known for its shocking head-explosion scene and disturbing psychological themes, this film didn't just captivate audiences—it seared itself into genre history. While many horror films from the '80s have become campy relics of their time, Scanners continues to stun, both visually and intellectually.
By olxia10 7 months ago in Horror
The Lost Boys is an Excellent 80s Classic That Follows the Old-School Rules of Vampires
I am a huge fan of vampires. They are some of the best old-school creatures of the night, and if executed right, they can be downright terrifying bastards. The Lost Boys definitely delivers on the scare factor of vampires.
By Emy Quinn7 months ago in Horror
Every Friday, My Sister’s Empty Room Smells of Mehndi
Every Friday, My Sister’s Empty Room Smells of Mehndi My sister Iqra was the light of our home. Laughter followed her, and so did the scent of mehndi — henna she applied every Thursday night, a family tradition passed down by our grandmother.
By Noman Afridi7 months ago in Horror
I Prayed Alone in an Abandoned Mosque — But Someone Said Ameen Behind Me
I Prayed Alone in an Abandoned Mosque — But Someone Said Ameen Behind Me It was a dusty, sunburnt village road — one I had never taken before.
By Noman Afridi7 months ago in Horror
We Buried My Father — Then Heard Crying from the Grave
We Buried My Father — Then Heard Crying from the Grave He passed away just after Fajr. Peacefully. Calmly. With his hand resting on the Qur’an he used to read every morning.
By Noman Afridi7 months ago in Horror
The Girl Who Saw Someone Outside Her Window Every Night
The Girl Who Saw Someone Outside Her Window Every Night Her name was Inaya. Seven years old. Curious, gentle, always drawing stars on every page.
By Noman Afridi7 months ago in Horror
The Toy That Watched Back
The Toy That Watched Back It was a gift. A fluffy red-and-yellow monkey toy with button eyes and stitched lips. Little Hamza, only four, received it on his birthday.
By Noman Afridi7 months ago in Horror
She Dreamt of a Burning House — Then Watched It Burn
She Dreamt of a Burning House — Then Watched It Burn Her name was Areeba. Nine years old. Soft-spoken. Always drawing things she didn’t understand — flames, staircases, cracked ceilings. Her mother thought she had an overactive imagination.
By Noman Afridi7 months ago in Horror
How Scanners Redefined Body Horror with Explosive Psychic Violence
The Cultural and Cinematic Landscape of the 1980s The 1980s were a time of immense transformation in cinema. It was the era when filmmakers began pushing boundaries—both narratively and visually. Sci-fi and horror genres, in particular, were evolving rapidly, reflecting the anxieties of a post-industrial, Cold War-era society. In this backdrop, David Cronenberg released Scanners in 1981, a film that didn’t just mix science fiction and horror—it rewrote the rules of both.
By olxia10 7 months ago in Horror
Inside Cronenberg’s Scanners: A Shocking Blend of Gore and Mind-Bending Psychic Powers
The Cult Classic That Redefined Sci-Fi Horror Setting the Scene for a Cinematic Explosion When David Cronenberg released Scanners in 1981, the film world wasn't ready. While sci-fi had always danced with the idea of mental powers—think Star Wars' Force or Carrie's telekinesis—Scanners went full throttle. It was gritty, cerebral, and unapologetically gory. And yes, there was that scene. The one where a man’s head explodes like a watermelon in a microwave. But Scanners is more than just its explosive imagery; it’s a chilling exploration of identity, corporate manipulation, and what happens when human evolution gets hijacked.
By olxia10 7 months ago in Horror