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Movie reviews for horror fans; from gruesome bone-chillers to dark horror thrillers, a showcase for frightful films that seek to entertain and to terrify.
Reed Alexander's Horror Review of 'Godzilla Minus One' (2023). Content Warning.
Godzilla was always supposed to be scary. The original Godzilla (1954) terrified people but today, Godzilla is synonymous with actors wrestling in rubber monster suits. When my father told me the original Godzilla scared the shit out of him as a kid, it seemed silly to me until I really thought about it. Godzilla is a metaphor for the atomic bomb. A huge, unstoppable, radioactive, walking disaster, reflected the powerlessness the Japanese people felt from the advent of the atomic bomb. Imagine being a person confronted by something so massive and unstoppable. All you can do is run and it might not make any difference. Godzilla isn't even trying to kill people, per se, it's just the outcome of its very existence. By simply existing it causes destruction and chaos. I talked about this a little bit in my review of Cloverfield (2008). We'd lost sight of what giant monsters are supposed to be about with the entire Kaiju Genre.
By Reed Alexander2 years ago in Horror
The Memory Thief
Detective Alex Mercer stared at the small town, nestled between rolling hills and surrounded by dense forests. It seemed idyllic, but beneath the surface, something sinister was unfolding. People in this once tight-knit community were losing their memories, as if stolen by an unseen force.
By Lincoln VR2 years ago in Horror
The Silent Symphony
In the quiet corners of a small town nestled between rolling hills and lush meadows, there existed a phenomenon known only to a select few. The townspeople called it "The Silent Symphony," a mysterious occurrence that unfolded each night as the world slept. It was a secret melody played by an invisible orchestra, an ethereal performance that only a handful of souls had been fortunate enough to witness.
By Lincoln VR2 years ago in Horror
Whispers in the Shadows
In the quiet town of Eldridge, nestled between rolling hills and thick woods, a mysterious tale unfolded under the watchful eyes of ancient trees. The townsfolk lived peaceful lives, unaware of the shadows that lurked just beyond the corners of their consciousness. The tale began with the arrival of a peculiar relic in the town's history museum – an ornate, antique box, said to contain the remnants of a forgotten era.
By Lincoln VR2 years ago in Horror
Shadow Whisperers
**Title: Whispering Shadows** In the small, isolated town of Raven's Hollow, an eerie silence fell every night. Locals spoke of an ancient curse that had shrouded the town in darkness for centuries. Legend had it that the spirits of those wronged in the past lingered, seeking vengeance.
By KARUNAKARAN2 years ago in Horror
Title: "IT Chapter Two: The Culmination of Fear and Friendship"
Introduction: Released in 2019 as the highly anticipated sequel to the 2017 hit, "IT Chapter Two" continues the chilling narrative of Stephen King's iconic novel. Directed once again by Andy Muschietti, this film takes the audience back to the haunted town of Derry, where the Losers' Club must confront their deepest fears and the malevolent entity, Pennywise, one last time. Building upon the success of its predecessor, "IT Chapter Two" weaves a complex tapestry of horror, nostalgia, and camaraderie, further solidifying the cinematic legacy of the "IT" franchise.
By lazypreperdbanana2 years ago in Horror
"IT: Unveiling the Horrifying Depths of Fear"
Introduction: Stephen King's iconic novel, "IT," first published in 1986, has terrified readers for decades. The tale of Pennywise the Dancing Clown has not only captivated literary enthusiasts but also made a profound impact on the world of cinema. The film adaptation, released in 2017 and directed by Andy Muschietti, brought King's nightmarish creation to life in a gripping and visually stunning manner. This essay will delve into the psychological horror and technical brilliance that define the "IT" film, exploring how it successfully translates the essence of King's narrative onto the silver screen.
By lazypreperdbanana2 years ago in Horror
How Women Spectatorship in ‘Run Sweetheart Run’ Makes it the Most Relatable Horror Film for Women
Reaching nearly Halloween, Amazon Prime released Run Sweetheart Run (2020), the most relatable horror film for women. Shana Feste directed Run Sweetheart Run, a horror film that follows Cherie, a single Black mother. Cherie aspires to become a lawyer but ends up being demoted to a secretary at a prestigious law firm. Cherie’s boss sets her up for a business meeting with a new client. But this meeting quickly turns into a date, and Ethan (the client) seems to be the perfect man a woman could ever want… almost too perfect. Ethan shows his dark side when he attacks Cherie after inviting her to spend the night with him.
By Semoy Booker 2 years ago in Horror
CONJURING KANNAPPAN
Exactly halfway through “12th Fail”, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, civil service aspirant Manoj Sharma (Vikrant Massey) receives a visit from his father (Harish Khanna) at the decrepit flour mill in New Delhi where he lives and works. Manoj is at the nadir of his journey from an obscure village in Chambal, Madhya Pradesh, to success in the highly competitive civil service entrance examinations. He has been unsuccessful in his previous three attempts and is preparing for the fourth and last one for which he is eligible. However, the preparations are not going smoothly.
By somaundaram2 years ago in Horror
