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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.

The Haunting in Connecticut - A Movie Review
Something evil is in this house, I know it. Haunting its way into theaters in 2009, The Haunting in Connecticut is about a family who moves into a house for the sake of their son’s health. Finding out the history of this house, during their stay, they experience strange paranormal occurrences along with disturbing behavior that overtakes their son.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Horror
47 Meters Down - A Movie Review
We have to work together to get back to the surface before the sharks attack us! 47 Meters Down emerged from the ocean in 2017. Talked into going on a shark cage expedition on their vacation, a tragic event occurs. Falling to the depths of the ocean, Lisa and Kate only have less than an hour of oxygen to spare.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Horror
Halloween Movies for Fellow Scaredy-Cats
There are so many more funny than scary movies out there: Evil Dead, Buffy, that new movie Freaky, What we do in the Shadows, One Cut of the Dead (which I am actually too afraid to watch still). These 12 movies are the ones I keep going back to, and actually quote on a regular basis. If you, too, want to laugh like an idiot after telling someone "you have some red on you", or burst out in an insane giggle fit when you see a woodchipper, then these are the movies for you! I will try not to write any spoilers, so don't worry.
By Guenneth Speldrong4 years ago in Horror
Movie Review: 'Detention'
Detention is a Taiwanese horror movie that uses the tools of the genre to tell a story of Taiwanese history and the vile threat of authoritarian dictatorship. Directed by John Hsu, Detention is based on a video game, of the same title, from Red Candle Games that was released in 2017. Both the game and the movie make use of the aesthetics of horror to tell a deeper and richer story in a clever package.
By Sean Patrick4 years ago in Horror
Malignant Film Review
By now, James Wan has more than proven he has the chops to crank out a big, splashy, family-friendly blockbuster like Aquaman, but many of his fans still love him best for horror masterpieces like The Conjuring and Insidious. This year’s Malignant found him going back to his roots for the first time in a while and trying his hand at another gory, over-the-top horror flick. But is this film definitive proof that he’s still got it, or is Mr. Wan better off sticking to superhero movies at this point?
By Christina Dee4 years ago in Horror
Must-See Horror Films Part 3
The Omen trilogy ("The Omen", "Damien", "The Final Conflict") "The Omen" has a very prominent place in my life. It is one of the films that terrified me the most, for the longest time. It really bothered me, making me feel like you could trust no one, and you were safe almost nowhere. It also really built my interest in religious history, comparative religion, and the supernatural. In terms of films, this series, and "Rosemary's Baby" set the bar for what horror films could be. They didn't have to look cheap, or star no-name or has-been actors. They didn't have to be hokey or cheesy. And these films are anything but. Each starring major actors such as Gregory Peck, they depict the birth of the Anti-Christ, and his ascent to power in the world of politics. This happens through a global conspiracy of seemingly normal people in key positions - a nurse in a hospital, a nanny, the headmaster of a military school and others, all who take the steps needed to make sure Damian, the Anti-Christ, gets what he needs and where he needs to be, sometimes at the expense of others. They're also aided by Satan himself, who makes freak accidents like lightning strikes or elevator crashes happen, or his minions - animals like dogs or ravens who guard Damian and punish those who would threaten him. Along the way, as an early teen, Damian discovers who he is, and has to make the choice of accepting his destiny and power, or trying to live normally.
By Gene Lass4 years ago in Horror
The Descent - A Movie Review
Did you see that? I swear I just saw something in the cave. The Descent found its way into theaters in 2005. Away for a girl’s weekend, six women go on a caving expedition. What was meant to be an unforgettable adventure turns into a nightmare. Trapped in the tight spaces of the cave, the explorers realize they are not alone.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Horror
The Shining (1997) - A Movie Review
Great, our stay at the Overlook Hotel will be nightmare after nightmare. The Shining is a 1997 TV miniseries adaptation of King’s famous novel. Secluded in The Overlook Hotel for an entire winter, The Torrance family encounters strange spectacles. Using his powers to shine, the family doesn’t have much time before the evil takes over the hotels.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Horror
Till Death Film
“Till Death” is a recent released horror film directed by S.K. Dale from a screenplay written by Jason Carvey. The action thriller stars Megan Fox as Emma a wife unhappy in her marriage and struggling with her PTSD from a previous attack. The film opens up with Megan Fox’s character Emma in a steamy moment with Tom played by Aml Ameen, and ends the relationship and gives insight to the viewers that she is having an affair; and this particular night is the anniversary to her husband Mark played by Eoin Macken. As she travels to see her husband for their anniversary dinner we learn that Tom is actually Mark’s employee; when the three of them are in an elevator making small talk and pretending not to know each other.
By Cadma4 years ago in Horror
Best Halloween Movies To Watch With Family
Happy Halloween season to all those who are reading this content. In these days of the global pandemic and losing economy, we all are hungry and thirsty for a moment of joy and happiness. But we also have to follow the instructions to stay safe. I’m pointing towards Covid-19 safety instructions. What’s safer than being in your home and having fun.
By Ghani Mengal4 years ago in Horror
Must-See Horror Films Part 1
I've watched horror movies my entire life, and would be hard-pressed to give an accurate number of how many I've seen. It's easier to say that during the glory years of video stores in the 80s and 90s, my best friend and I had sometimes seen every horror movie in the store and had to wait for new ones to come in. Similarly, while working at a used book and media store that had an extensive DVD and yes, VHS selection, it was sometimes a challenge to find something new. But by then, when I was in my 30s and 40s, I had seen enough that I started to have discerning taste. Sure, I could find something I hadn't seen, and now with streaming services I can also usually find something I haven't seen, but especially now when a film can actually be made with a smartphone, there are a lot of movies out there that may not be worth the time it takes to watch them. I've been tired of found footage films and movies where teenagers are killed during a party or while camping (aka "dead teenager films") for a while now. But over the years I've made a list of films that really stand out, and it's so extensive, I break it down by decade, starting with the earliest films, in the silent era, and the 30s and 40s.
By Gene Lass4 years ago in Horror
Signs - A Movie Review
What’s our plan if aliens do come to attack us? Signs landed in theaters in 2002. A mysterious alien life force stalks the earth. Finding crop circles in their field, a family has to come to terms on whether they should leave for their own safety or remain in their home.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Horror