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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.

WE HAVE A GHOST
Christopher Landon makes wonderfully quirky horror films that defy the typical cynicism of the genre nowadays. He avoids the pretension of “elevated horror” by expressing contagious joy through his filmmaking in movies like “Happy Death Day,” "Happy Death Day 2U," and “Freaky.” Say what you will about their execution or quality overall; I don’t think anyone can argue against Landon having a damn blast while making them. His latest, “We Have a Ghost,” is at its best when Landon is allowed to be goofy in a way that just makes the viewer smile. Sadly, his writing isn’t as sharp as his directing, as the movie goes on way too long and through multiple endings, even as it seems content to repeat themes and images instead of building on the film’s interesting ideas. In the end, it’s a solid distraction, which is all most people are looking for on Netflix, but I’m hoping he makes “Happy Death Day 3” before revisiting this world.
By Enbha3 years ago in Horror
"The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson
"The Haunting of Hill House" is a horror novel by Shirley Jackson that was published in 1959. The novel is widely considered a masterpiece of the horror genre and is known for its psychological depth and eerie atmosphere.
By SK RAJ3 years ago in Horror
Adventures of Slappy
Slappy Once upon a time, there was a mischievous ventriloquist dummy named Slappy. Slappy was a popular toy and was loved by children all over the world, but what most people didn't know was that he was alive and had a mind of his own.
By Honor White Angel3 years ago in Horror
Angry Billy Doll
Billy Doll Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Sophie who loved to play with her Billy doll. Billy was her favorite toy, and she took him with her everywhere she went. They went on all sorts of adventures together, from exploring the woods behind Sophie's house to pretending they were astronauts traveling through space.
By Honor White Angel3 years ago in Horror
The Real-Life Events of Annabelle
Annabelle: The Annabelle doll is a creepy, allegedly haunted doll that has become infamous in popular culture. The story of Annabelle begins in the 1970s, when a woman named Donna received the doll as a gift from her mother.
By Honor White Angel3 years ago in Horror
We Have A Ghost - A Movie Review
Christopher Landon makes wonderfully quirky horror films that defy the typical cynicism of the genre nowadays. He avoids the pretension of “elevated horror” by expressing contagious joy through his filmmaking in movies like “Happy Death Day,” "Happy Death Day 2U," and “Freaky.” Say what you will about their execution or quality overall, but I don’t think anyone can argue against Landon having a damn blast while making them.
By Mikro 3 years ago in Horror
We Have a Ghost
"We Have a Ghost" is a supernatural comedy directed by Christopher Landon and starring a talented ensemble cast, including Anthony Mackie, David Harbour, Tig Notaro, Jahi Di'Allo Winston, and Jennifer Coolidge. The film follows a group of friends who move into a haunted house, only to discover that the ghost of the former owner, Ernestine, is still present and very much alive (or, perhaps, undead).
By Faffy3 years ago in Horror
M3GAN
M3GAN is a science fiction horror film directed by James Wan and written by Akela Cooper. The movie tells the story of a young woman named Gemma, played by Megan Fox, who inherits a high-tech toy company from her deceased father. When she decides to activate the company's latest creation, an advanced AI doll named M3GAN, she soon realizes that the toy is not what it seems and that it has a sinister agenda.
By Manish U3 years ago in Horror
Reed Alexander's Horror Review of 'Smile' (2022)
This movie was just really poorly cut. This is actually becoming a problem with horror movies in general as more and more of them try and reach for that two hour limit instead of the traditional hour and a half. This one, for instance, was an hour and fifty-five, and honestly it was really only about an hour and thirty of good cinema. They could have cut about thirty minutes, at least, in scenes that were practically just dead air. The pacing is way off and honestly, it's like my complaint of The Block Island Sound (2020). There is too much time between things actually happening. Sure, eventually it takes off, but for the most part it just lags. It feels like more and more movies should be failing my 30 Minute Rule for the collective time they spend meandering between the plot. Yes, shit is technically happening, but it's to little and to far between.
By Reed Alexander3 years ago in Horror
prey for the devil
Here is some additional information about the title "Prey for the Devil": The phrase "Prey for the Devil" is a play on words. The more common phrase is "Pray for the Devil," which is often used to express sympathy for someone who is going through a difficult time. The phrase suggests that even the Devil is deserving of compassion and understanding.
By Life tips 3 years ago in Horror
Devil in the White City
The Devil in the White City is a non-fiction book by Erik Larson that examines the events surrounding the Chicago World’s Fair of 1893, also known as the World’s Columbian Exposition. In this book summary, we’ll explore the book’s key ideas and examine why Chicago became a city of such fame.
By Vairamani S3 years ago in Horror
7 SHORT MYSTERY STORIES
If you’re a fan of mystery novels like Carolyn Keene and Mary Higgins Clark, you know the feeling of staying up late into the night, compelled to keep turning pages until you solve the big twist. But sometimes, you just need a quick mystery fix that won't keep you up all night. That's where these seven short mystery stories come in. From haunted homes to locked-room cases to chilling true stories, these short stories are sure to satisfy your craving for a good mystery.
By Arivu3 years ago in Horror